About Me
As a general surgeon, I specialize in abdominal core health, minimally invasive surgery and surgical endoscopy, as well as providing treatments for hernias and gallstones. I believe in taking a holistic approach to care. Treatment options can include surgery, or other ways to improve a patient’s quality of life without surgery. Each patient brings a unique set of needs and goals that I consider when developing an effective care plan. I strive to partner with my patients to address their health care needs while working with them to find new ways of improving care for everyone.
My favorite part about working at Ohio State is the opportunity to work with professionals who really demonstrate a willingness to deliver the best possible care to our patients.
In my free time I enjoy running and working out, playing the keyboard and guitar and spending as much time with my family as possible.
Highlights
- Named to Castle Connolly's Regional Top Doctors list
- Robert M. Zollinger Lecrone-Baxter Chair, 2018-present
- Chief, Division of General and Gastrointestinal Surgery, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, 2018-present
- Co-founder and Director of Quality and Outcomes, the Abdominal Core Health Quality Collaborative, 2013–present
- President, Americas Hernia Society, 2019-2020
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Hernia, Inguinal
- Hernia, Umbilical
- Hernia, Ventral
- Bile Duct Cancers
- Cholecystitis
- Cholecystitis, Acute
- Gallstones
- Choledocholithiasis
- Lipoma
- Hernia
- Biliary Dyskinesia
- Biliary Tract Surgical Procedures
- Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures
- Endoscopy, Gastrointestinal
- Cholangiopancreatography, Endoscopic Retrograde
- Herniorrhaphy
- General Surgery
- Abdominal Wall
- Hernia, Abdominal
- Digestive System Surgical Procedures
Locations Where I Practice
1800 Zollinger Road
Columbus, OH 43221
614-293-2920
410 W. 10th Ave.
Columbus, OH 43210
614-293-8000
in Outpatient Care Upper Arlington
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
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD
8/1/1994 - 5/27/1999
Medical School
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD
8/1/1994 - 5/27/1999
Residency
Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN
7/1/1999 - 6/30/2006
Residency
Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN
7/1/1999 - 6/30/2006
Graduate
Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, Nashville, TN
1/1/2003 - 1/1/2005
Graduate
Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, Nashville, TN
1/1/2003 - 1/1/2005
Residency
Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN
7/1/2006 - 6/30/2007
Residency
Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN
7/1/2006 - 6/30/2007
Fellowship
University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Cleveland, OH
7/1/2007 - 6/30/2008
Fellowship
University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Cleveland, OH
7/1/2007 - 6/30/2008
Board Certification
American Board of Surgery
1/29/2008
Academic Information
My Department
Surgery
My Division
General and Gastrointestinal 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.
104 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
4.7 out of 5
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Shows Respect
4.9 out of 5
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Time Spent Together
4.9 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 09/29/2023, Dr. Poulose 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.
- Abdominal Core Health Quality Collaborative
- EndoEvolve, LLC
- Rutledge Manion Rabault Terry Thomas
Helpful, concerned and wanting to work with my cancer surgeon.
Great provider thorough w/explaining my issue, how it happened and treatment plan. Very knowledgeable.
Cared about me
Excellent - very experienced medical provider
Good
I got lost and was over an hour late for my appt. I expected him to be unhappy and rushed due to my late arrival. When he entered the room, he opened his arms widely and smiled the kindest smile saying: "Yeah! You made it; you're here' I'm so happy!" I have never met a more kind, gentle person. Dr. Poulose is a wonderful person and doctor. He helped me to calm down and relax as I was feeling stressed d/t having been lost. He turned a bad experience into a great day for me.
Dr was excellent!
Dr. Poulose is an incredible human being! I could not have asked for a better surgeon - even though I had a rough recovery, I believe it could have been worse with any other surgeon.
Very need good.
Doctor "P" and his assistant both examined my surgical area. They both assured me I was doing well and gave me similar advice on how to proceed in the days ahead. I'm confident that this doctor and his team have given me their A game! I am well now due to their skills and professionalism
This friendly doctor seemed kindly and concerned about my general condition. He showed professional interest in my overall health, which would ensure success of the difficult surgery coming up. I feel like this doctor gives me confidence to get the treatment I need.
The doctor was excellent in listening .He is very good in general.
Very good experience with the doctor. Dr. Poulose heard my concerns and expressed the need for me to be comfortable with my care.
Superb doctor! Very patient and explained his diagnosis w/viewing the x-rays.
Great team
Love Dr Poulose, I have total confidence in him. Always listens and explains very well
The care provider is awesome. He is very clear about what he's going to do and I like to know that ahead of time.
Very caring and informative.
Dr. Poulose was the one that done my surgery. He is the best and very friendly. Along with him Dr. Torri Curtis she is the best too!
Dr. Poulose took plenty of time to sit and answer all of my questions! He didn't appear in a hurry and didn't rush me through my questions. I was very impressed!!
Answered questions thoroughly & easy to understand.
Great doctor.
Dr. Poulose is the best provider I have ever worked with in my life, I will absolutely recommend him and anyone else in his office to anyone in my life who may need care.
Very good care. Nice guy!
The care provider was very understanding
Everything was great....no issues at all!
Dr. was very thorough and able to diagnose my condition within minutes, alleviating me of confusion.
Absolutely loved him right off. Very knowledgeable and concerned for me
Dr. P is amazing! Professional but takes the time to discuss everything! My only regret is not going to him sooner.
While the provider was friendly and professional, I don't feel he truly listened to my experience of why I was referred to him.
Dr. Poulose is an excellent doctor and I can't thank him enough for all that he has done for me.
Dr. Polouse is OUTSTANDING. He is thorough, personable, attentive, knowledgable (make that brilliant), and clearly compassionate. He was generous with his time and willing to address even item I was concerned about, no matter how minute.As a physician myself, I could be a harsh critic, but he is wonderful and I am confident in his abilities and would let him care for not only me, but every member, of my family if the need arose.
Very comfortable with the expertise, knowledge, professionalism and genuine caring
Dr was VERY informative