About Me
I practice in colon and rectal surgery, including the specialty area of minimally invasive surgery. Colon and rectal health are important, but often overlooked, areas of care. The right treatments address fundamental aspects of patients' overall health and well-being.
Whatever the health challenges of my patients, I listen to their unique concerns. I enjoy getting to know them. I believe it is important to help patients to do whatever we can to address and find solutions to their medical problems.
I work on a multispecialty team who will design a plan targeted and tailored for your individual care. This leads to more targeted treatments, fewer side effects and better outcomes. It is very satisfying to see how our customized interventions and care allow patients to improve their health and move on with their lives.
I enjoy the camaraderie and teamwork that are an integral part of working at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, especially our work to create a cancer-free world. It makes coming to work each day a special and highly fulfilling experience.
Highlights
- Department of Surgery teaching awards from students and residents
- Membership in national surgical and medical education groups
- Rated in the top 10 percent of physicians in the nation for patient satisfaction, 2016, 2017, 2019
- Named to the Castle Connolly list of “Regional Top Doctors,” 2015-2022
Additional Languages I Speak
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Pelvic Floor Disorders
- Colon Cancers
- Appendix Cancer
- Anal Gland Cancer
- Fecal Incontinence
- Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures
- General Surgery
- Robotics
- Colorectal Surgery
- Anal Cancers
- Diverticulitis, Colonic
- Colonoscopy
- Colostomy
- Sigmoidoscopy
- Diverticulosis, Colonic
- Cecal Diseases
- Cecal Cancer
- Colectomy
- Colitis, Ulcerative
- Colorectal Cancers
- Hereditary Nonpolyposis Colorectal Cancer
- Crohn Disease
- Diverticulum, Colon
- Gardner Syndrome
- Hemorrhoidectomy
- Hirschsprung Disease
- Lynch Syndrome II
- Rectal Cancers
- Jejunal Cancers
- Rectovaginal Fistula
Locations Where I Practice
1800 Zollinger Road
Columbus, OH 43221
614-293-2920
410 W. 10th Ave.
Columbus, OH 43210
614-293-3333
1800 Zollinger Road
3rd Floor East Columbus, OH 43221
614-293-2920
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO
MD
8/1/1997 - 5/30/2001
Internship
University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas, TX
7/1/2001 - 6/30/2002
Residency
University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas, TX
7/1/2002 - 7/30/2006
Fellowship
Baylor University Medical Center, Dallas, TX
7/1/2006 - 6/30/2007
Board Certifications
American Board of Surgery
2/26/2007
American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery
9/20/2008
American Board of Surgery
12/14/2016
Academic Information
My Department
Surgery
My Division
Colon and Rectal Surgery
Reviews
The overall patient satisfaction rating is an average of all patient responses to the six doctor communication related questions shown below from the Clinician and Group Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems survey. For additional information about the patient satisfaction survey, please visit our Patient Satisfaction Survey page.
The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their view and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Ohio State Wexner Medical Center.
97 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Overall
4.8 out of 5
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Explains Things Carefully
4.8 out of 5
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Listens Carefully
4.8 out of 5
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Gives Understandable Instructions
4.8 out of 5
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Knows My Medical History
4.8 out of 5
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Shows Respect
4.9 out of 5
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Time Spent Together
4.8 out of 5
Consulting and Related Relationships
At The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, we support a faculty member’s research and consulting in collaboration with medical device, research and/or drug companies because a faculty member’s expertise can guide important advancements in the practice of medicine and improve patient care. In order to provide effective management of these relationships, the University requires annual disclosures from all faculty members with external interests related to their University responsibilities.
As of 09/30/2022, Dr. Harzman has reported relationships with the companies or entities listed below. If you have questions about the relationships listed below, please ask the faculty member. If you have questions about how these relationships are monitored by The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, please contact our Compliance Office.
- Association of Surgical Education Foundation
- Association for Surgical Education
Best in the world.
Explained what to expect with surgery.
Very professional.
He explained everything thoroughly in language that was easy to understand.
Dr. Harzman always is up to date and explain all things very well.
I really liked my provider. Caring, thorough, informative, friendly. Don't have anything negative to say at all.
Great care by everyone. He scheduled a MRI to see what was going on with the staples from where I fell on my butt.
Very good.
Very good.
Dr. Harzman remains professional yet friendly and is informative. I feel very comfortable in his care.
Great Doctor and his assistant laid everything out so I understand everything they are planning for my surgery both of them put me at ease
Very good.
Wonderful surgeon! Have already recommended him.
I wouldn't trust anyone else but Dr. Harzman!
On time... efficient... friendly... knowledgeable.
Very good listener - I read his notes and he seemed to get everything pertinent down in writing.
The care provider was very professional and knowledgeable.
Dr. Harzman was over the top. he listened very well and was easy to communicate with. Dr. Harzman has compassion.
He was clearly very busy and must have had many appointments. He was knowledgeable and paid close attention to my verbal history. He was polite. I would have appreciated more time to ask a few important questions as well as more detailed explanations from him. Basically, the time with my provider was too rushed.
Needs to spend a little more time on explanations.
He made me feel like I mattered
Painful exam
Dr. Harzman helped me navigate a very difficult health crisis and I thank him.
Took time to listen, very kind & courteous. Answered my questions and assuring. I was treated as an individual.
Outstanding, very attentive, wise. Clear directions. The BEST in the field in my experience.
He was excellent.
No problem. All went well.
Very good experience!
Dr Harzman was very good at explaining the procedure and any questions I had were thoroughly answered
Satisfactory.
The doctor explained my medical options and how he can work to get the best results for my situation
A good one explains things to me that I can understand.
My experience is very good. I do not want to have a exam by a nurse practitioner. I want a doctor. My type of cancer requires a experienced eye.