Physician, Professor
General Surgery
Department: Surgery
My expertise is in metabolic and bariatric surgery, as well as other advanced minimally invasive operations. I am very passionate about the benefits bariatric surgery can provide to patients who have struggled with weight and other medical problems. Our program is geared toward providing the right operation for the right patient with life-long care to optimize results.
I believe patients deserve a surgeon who listens to them. It's important to hear their concerns. This feedback is an important part of determining a care plan, including an operation that fits their expectations. My desire is to offer patients the least "invasive" operation that meets their needs.
The best part of working at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is the people. There is a noticeable commitment to offering the highest quality of care. I love being surrounded by really smart individuals who are passionate about what they do.
In my free time I enjoy reading, relaxing with my family and spending time outdoors. I am an avid tennis player and also enjoy shooting trap and sporting clays.
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As of 11/3/2025, Dr. Needleman has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
He was a amazing
Dr. Needman is concerned that they weren't no answers why I can't get fixed
Excellent, exceptional. Couldn't ask for i better
Outstanding
Very knowledgeable
He explained everything
No bad experience none all positive and helpful
Dr was very attentive & listened.
My provider was excellent he listened carefully to my concerns and was more than caring!
Excellent excellent
Dr. Always knows what's going on with my case Always has great suggestions to help..
Great
He was very nice & he took the time to explain everything to me. He answered all my questions & then some! I really appreciate him & I'm glad to have him as my doctor
Dr. Needleman took time to listen and went over some images to help explain what might be going on. He provided a prescription for me that is working much better than the other medicines or over the counter products I have tried.
Great
Very descriptive and informative also interested in improving my condition.
Dr. Needleman had Saved my life in 2006-07.. I had pancreatitis and he was like Superman. That's why I'm back. I know for sure, he knows what he is doing
Friendly, knowledgeable, helpful he was quick to answer all my questions and provide solutions to any and all problems I had. Dr. Needleman has a down-to-earth & relaxing personality. He really does want to help and it shows in the way that he treats his patients.
Very nice, friendly, & knowledgeable
Dr. Needleman listened carefully to my description of the problem I was experiencing, ordered a medication for me and made a referral to another doctor who will perform an endoscopy for me and assess my condition.
Great
All good