About Me
I’m passionate about helping patients live healthier lives. Every patient is important to me and deserves to be treated as a friend, family member or trusted companion. I listen to my patients, help them accomplish their goals safely and advocate for them at every step. At our appointments, I help patients optimize their health for a safe pregnancy, preventing pregnancy or screening for gynecologic cancers or concerns. I’ll also help patients transition through menopause and improve their sexual health to help promote healthy relationships and families.
Teaching is one of the cornerstones of medicine. Through my academic roles at The Ohio State University College of Medicine, I have a direct hand in teaching the next generation of physicians to become compassionate healers and leaders. I teach on various topics — from improving the quality of health care, reducing health care disparities, female sexual problems, abnormal bleeding, menopause, contraception and more. I’m also the lead coach for the Advanced Health Systems Science Program, teaching medical students how to make our health care system better with quality improvement projects, team building and more. In addition, I’m the program director for the Learning Communities Program, which pairs medical students with faculty to help them make the professional transition into excellent physicians.
I’m excited to continue my research efforts at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. I’ve already written a research paper that made headlines in newspapers around the world, describing the effects of hormonal contraception on mental health. I’m also publishing papers on female sexual problems, helping patients quit smoking, teaching professionalism to medical students and more. Plus, I recently received a large grant from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) to study why people are hesitant to take vaccines and better understand how the immune system reacts to immunizations in pregnancy.
I spend my free time with family, including my wife and four children. I enjoy reading a good book, exercising and cooking healthy meals for my family.
Highlights
- Lead physician and creator, Women’s Sexual Health Clinic at the Center for Women’s Health, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
- Started the Anti-Racism Group in the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center’s Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology to combat racism and improve health care for all patients
- Rated in the top 10% of physicians in the nation for patient satisfaction, 2020
- Outstanding Educator of the Year Award, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, OSU College of Medicine, 2017
- Association of Professors of Gynecology and Obstetrics (APGO) Teacher of the Year Award, Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program, 2016
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Endometriosis
- Preeclampsia
- Sexual Dysfunction, Physiological
- Pregnancy
- Preconception Care
- Uterine Hemorrhage
- Women's Health
- Sexual Dysfunctions, Psychological
- Pelvic Pain
- Metrorrhagia
- Education, Medical
- Contraception
- Reproductive Health
- Sexuality
- Fertility
- Healthcare Disparities
- Obstetrics
- Gynecology
- Parturition
Locations Where I Practice
1800 Zollinger Road
Columbus, OH 43221
1800 Zollinger Road
Columbus, OH 43221
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, East Lansing, MI
MD
8/27/2001 - 5/6/2005
Internship
Hospital of The University Of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
6/20/2005 - 6/19/2006
Residency
Hospital of The University Of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
6/20/2006 - 7/19/2009
Board Certification
American Board of OB/GYN
1/13/2012
Academic Information
My Department
Obstetrics & Gynecology
My Division
General Obstetrics and Gynecology
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.
99 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
4.7 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. Worly 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.
- AbbVie Inc.
- American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
- Center for Disease Control & Prevention
Dr. Worly is simply amazing, I couldn't ask for a better OB/GYN!
Also helped with next steps.
Dr Worly was the kindest and most concerned physician I have had. He was knowledgeable, he gave me options, he explained everything and provided things for me to research at home.
This was my first visit with the doctor. I was nervous at first but he was very gentle and kind.
Dr. Worly is the best doctor I've ever had. He's very professional and courteous, took his time listening and addressing all my concerns. He made many recommendations to help solve my problem and gave me hope that I could reach my goals. He even took the time to read my chart (which most doctors don't in my experience) and his after care notes were very thorough for me to refer to later after my visit. He requested a chaperone for the exams being done. Overall he seems to genuinely care for his patients. All around a wonderful doctor!
Really appreciated the level of detail he gives, and you can tell he really care about your experience as a patient.
Was excellent, I could not be in better care.
He was extremely thorough, listened extremely well and clearly was prepared by knowing my history
The doctor was very nice and professional.
Dr. Worley always always ALWAYS has a listening ear during my visits. He is always empathetic & teaching. I feel he really knows my chart & gyn hx very well. He allowed me to build trust on my own terms & I can say I truly trust him & his recommendations. Please do not let him retire!!!
Dr. Worly always takes time to listen to concerns, answer question and really tailors appointments to my needs. Overall best OB/GYN I even seen.
He was very helpful with telling me everything that was going to happen & kept checking in to see if I was doing okay.
Always kind and takes time to answer all my questions. From all my visits I have always had positive experiences with Dr. Worly. I'm very impressed with his care.
Dr. Worly is very caring. He always show great concern for my health and emotional needs. He is up to date with recent evidence and explains this in terms that are easy to understand.
He was VERY generous with his time and willingness to listen, and answer all my questions thoroughly. He volunteered information that I didn't even know to ask about. He provided printed literature for me to take home about the condition. He was clear and easy to understand, thoughtful and attentive. It was an excellent experience about a sensitive matter, vaginal dryness and painful intercourse.
I have the best provider Dr. Worly listens to any of my concerns and make sure I know I have choices.
Dr. Worly is the best doctor I have ever had. He takes the time to listen to your concerns and validates every single one. He is very respectful and kind.
He was extremely considerate.
Excellent.
Dr. Worly goes above and beyond to ensure questions are answered. I called to talk to a nurse about allergy medicine I could take while pregnant and he was sure to follow-up the next day. He listens when I talk to him and even remembers personal detail I talk about and asks about them at later appointments. He makes you feel comfortable and you know you are in good hands.
On time, friendly, answered all of our questions and helped put me and my husband and ease during the first visit and ultrasound. Clearly knowledgeable and competent
Dr Worley is awesome as everyone I've seen at OSU medical Center
never anything bad, by far the best provider I've had . my last provider was the opposite. I've learned a lot and he's good at listening and explaining everything to where I understand the pros and cons of things
Dr. Worly is the kindest doctor I have ever had. He is so thorough caring and respectful. I cannot say enough good things about him!
Dr. Worly is really kind and caring. I really appreciate having him as my provider.
Incredible provider - welcoming, thorough, and knowledgeable. He knew my history and was SO good at hearing my concerns. First doctor to do a breast exam on me - ever!! Just so impressed and at ease with the care he gave me.
Dr. Worly is an excellent care provider. He is the most consent-conscious doctor I have ever had, which is very reassuring for a gynecologist. I had many questions, and he always took the time to answer them thoroughly and knowledgeably. He responds very quickly to MyChart messages. When I had an earlier procedure scheduled that had to be cancelled due to an unrelated complication, he was very reassuring in an anxiety-provoking situation, and he personally followed up via phone twice afterwards. I moved to Ohio less than 2 years ago, and while it was very difficult leaving my previous physicians, I consider myself very lucky to have ended with Dr. Worly as my new doctor - he truly goes above and beyond.
I would recommend anyone to Dr Worly. he is professional and very personable. He is an exceptional provider!
Dr. Worly figured out how uncomfortable & uneasy I was about the entire procedure - why b/c I broke down & cried!! He was the only one in the room b/c Beatrice left - not sure why? You would think being a new patient she would have been around to console -
Dr. Worly is super kind, intelligent & always cities appropriate science in his answers & guidance. He's a great provider.
Care provider is the most respectful and helpful I have worked with
excellent
Dr. Worly listened to my concerns. During my examination and pap smear, he always told me what he was going to do next and asked if I was okay. Very, very, gentle and really respected me during the whole process.
All good, answered questions, helped me to understand I feel confident with his care.
Provider explained everything thoroughly and was very positive.
He spent a lot of time answering all my questions and easing all my concerns.
Dr. Worly is an incredible physician. I feel very blessed to have him as a physician.
Dr Worley is such a great doctor! He is always professional and caring.
I was looking for a new gynecologist/sexual dysfunction expert and had requested a female doctor, but the only appointments available were with Dr. Worly. I continued with the scheduling however was beyond nervous for my appointment since I have a fear of males, since I am a young female who has been sexually assaulted. To my surprise, the appointment went very well and he made feel very comfortable, listened to me, treated me like a human being, demonstrated great empathy and understanding, didn't judge me at all, and I felt a sense of trust. I highly recommend Dr. Worly!
Well education,acting, kind,understanding and compassionate.He addresses all concerns as well as one I didn't know I had. I felt/feel so at ease with him as a provider.
I had a lot of questions and he listened to every one of them and gave me helpful information.
He remembered personal things about me and was able to talk about these - very personable - Willing to evaluate other results concerns I had that weren't specific to that visit.