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 the Castle Connolly list of “Regional Top Doctors,” 2017-2021
- 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
- Biliary Tract Surgical Procedures
- Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures
- Endoscopy, Gastrointestinal
- Cholangiopancreatography, Endoscopic Retrograde
- Herniorrhaphy
- Hernia, Inguinal
- Hernia, Umbilical
- Hernia, Ventral
- Bile Duct Cancers
- Cholecystitis
- Cholecystitis, Acute
- Gallstones
- Choledocholithiasis
- Lipoma
- Hernia
- Biliary Dyskinesia
- 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
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
MD
8/1/1994 - 5/27/1999
Residency
Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN
7/1/1999 - 6/30/2006
Masters Degree
Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, Nashville, TN
MPH
1/1/2003 - 1/1/2005
Chief Resident
Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN
7/1/2006 - 6/30/2007
Fellowship
University Hospitals Case Western Reserve Medical Center, Cleveland, OH
7/1/2007 - 6/30/2008
Board Certifications
American Board of Surgery
1/29/2008
American Board of Surgery
12/7/2016
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.
92 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
4.9 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 10/25/2021, 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.
- Ethicon
- Jackson Kelly PLLC
- Cornell University
- Currie Johnson & Myers
- O'Bryan Brown & Toner PLLC
- Abdominal Core Health Quality Collaborative
- EndoEvolve, LLC
- Farrell, White & Legg PLLC
- Washington University in St Louis
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
Even though my problem was in no way urgent, I was seen much faster than I could have ever expected. Dr. Poulose could not have been more attentive, kinder, or more personable. As a physician educator myself, I was very pleased to additionally be seen by the senior fellow, as well as the medical student with Dr. Poulose. I just can't say enough good things about him and everyone else associated with my visit.
This provider has been a godsend to me. He fixed what 3 previous attempts could not, I can never thank this team of providers enough for what they have done for me
He was excellent, knowledgeable & a good communicator.
All good
Dr. Poulose is very knowledgeable and considerate, he's the best.
Doc was responsive via MyChart and rescheduled an earlier surgery for me when symptoms changed.
One of the best medical professionals I have ever encountered. Remembered me and my concerns between appointments and surgery. Very personable. Always able to put me at ease. And judging my health post-surgery, very adept at his job. Would highly recommend him to anyone in any circumstance.
They took good care of me and listened to me well.
All good.
the provider was very understanding and caring. PT was order to make sure I have strength for an operation as detailed as a complex hernia situation.
Very good.
caring/knowledgeable
This is one of the best doctors I have seen ever! He fixed my hernia and I am very happy!
The Doctor explained procedures in a way that I could easily undetrstand.
Superb care, wonderful bedside manner.
Very caring. Took time with me. Answered my questions.
Gained my trust.
All good. Very kind with a great bedside manner and sense of humor.
Professional and caring
Dr Poulose, was very professional, asked question about my health and answer all my questions. Explained the protocol and the procedure. I am very happy with my appointment.
was very nice