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
- Gastroscopy
- Hernia, Inguinal
- Hernia, Umbilical
- Hernia, Ventral
- Gallstones
- Cholecystitis
- Choledocholithiasis
- Lipoma
- Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures
- Pelvic Pain
- Cholangiopancreatography, Endoscopic Retrograde
- Herniorrhaphy
- Hernia
- General Surgery
- Abdominal Wall
- Hernia, Abdominal
Locations Where I Practice
1800 Zollinger Road
Columbus, OH 43221
614-293-2920
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
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
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
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.
134 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Overall
4.9 out of 5
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Explains Things Carefully
4.9 out of 5
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Listens Carefully
4.9 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
4.9 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 09/30/2024, 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.
- Flaherty Sensabaugh Bonasso, PLLC
- Abdominal Core Health Quality Collaborative
- EndoEvolve, LLC
- AbbVie
- May Oberfell Lorber
- Saiz Chanez Sherrell Kaemper
- Schlotterer Law
Easy to talk with
Excellent
Very knowledgeable, friendly, and respectful
Professional friendly and knowledgeable
Exelent
Dr. Poulose is very knowledgeable, friendly, and able to answer my questions.
Friendly and knowledgeable
Professional to a high degree
He is always nice and very caring.
I felt very relaxed and comfortable with Dr. Poulose, He came highly recommended from my surgeon, I felt as though he was right there with me from day one of my current journey. I was very pleased with the recommendation and looking forward to a better future for me with Dr. Poulose.
All went well.
All was good.
Was not rushed to move on to next patient. Was able to schedule surgery to my comfort due to not being urgent.
Good surgeon and easy to talk to.
Had spoken with him prior to visit. A leader in Abdominal core health and it showed during the visit.
Excellent
Fantastic! Spent time getting to know me and my medical history. I loved how he identified my medical problem by showing me pictures of a recent ultrasound. He very a great communicator and game me a wonderful explanation. Of why I have an umbilical hernia.
Excellent info
My doctor was extremely personable and down to Earth. His responses to any questions I had gave me great confidence in his assessment of my concerns and I left the appointment overly pleased.
The best provider!!!
Good
Very knowledgeable.
OUTSTANDING- Best Physician visit I have encountered in my adult life ( & I am a physician) Dr Poulose is friendly, knowledgeable, open to options, experienced, without patient feeling any sense of rushed visit or pressure to decide on surgery.
He was knowledgeable
Excellent consultation. All my concerns were addressed and the doctor explained the surgery in detail.
He is personable and kind. Excellent surgeon. Appreciate his good communication. Was shocked he didn't address the few issues I was having post surgery, nor did he list them in his visit notes. They should be documented and are not.
He was kind and asked plenty of questions.
Excellent conversation on issues
Dr. Poulose was so accommodating in answering my questions and concerns about need for hernia surgery. He offered help with any symptoms he described and told us what to do.
Best provider. Very caring and treats you wonderful
He's got a good personality. Gave me the results of my CT scan and explained how the hernia repair would be repaired.He was highly recommended by my Transplant Hepatologist.
Best doctor I have ever met
The good doctor was a pleasure to visit. I felt we discussed everything clearly and he allowed me time for questions.
He was excellent!!!! I cannot say enough good things about him as I would have him for all my needs if he didn't specialize... He listened to .e, answered my questions, examined me and then gave his opinion.... He was extremely personable and alloyed any fears I might have... Told me what to watch for and how to care for myself!!! He is a Wonderful person and my daughter who was with me said she wished he could be her Doctor.. We were very impressed with him and our entire experience there!!!!
Dr Poulose is an excellent physician/surgeon. He inspires confidence in his patients.
Dr. Poulose was extremely professional, kind and seemed genuinely interested in my recovery process and oral wellbeing post-op.
Very good and was easy to understand
Understood my needs and took time to respond to my questions and concerns
All good
He was very compassionate and listened to all my concerns. He put me at ease from the beginning.
Excellent communication and care. Makes me feel comfortable for my upcoming surgery.
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