About Me
As an Ob/Gyn physician, I’m very fortunate to have the ability to heal the sick and improve the lives of my patients. I care about delivering quality care and listening to my patients’ concerns. Over the years, I’ve met people from varying backgrounds and understand that each person deserves respect and guidance as they try to reach their health care goals.
Here are the ways I help patients the most: (1) helping restore health for patients who are sick or in pain, (2) helping patients have a healthy and safe experience in pregnancy, and watching families grow, (3) helping patients to gain control in times of transition, such as menopause, undesired fertility and desired pregnancy, (4) helping patients have a safe, healthy sexual relationship with their partner, and (5) helping patients maintain their health, stay safe, and avoid infections and cancer.
Throughout my career, I’ve worked with thousands of learners. My involvement in the Learning Communities (program director) and Applied Health Systems Science (lead coach) curricula has allowed me to guide medical students as they become physicians and in showing ways to improve health care. In addition, I teach a course on human sexuality and am a mentor for medical students interested in applying for Ob/Gyn residency.
Many of my research interests center on pregnancy. I received a grant from the CDC to assess changes in the immune system during pregnancy. Currently, I’m working on a research project that examines how the bacteria on a person’s skin may affect their pregnancy and mood. In addition, I’ve published multiple papers, and I received a Coca-Cola “Making a Difference” grant to help understand why pregnant women smoke. Outside of that research, I have published multiple articles on female sexual dysfunction and helped run an FDA trial for a new device. My interest in mentoring students has been relevant in my research as well. I have published papers regarding medical student and resident-physician professionalism, in addition to trying to improve the OB/GYN residency application process.
When I’m not at work, I spend time with my wife and four children, coach Little League football, baseball and basketball, and take it easy after having just completed a master’s degree in business administration. I also enjoy cooking, travel and movies.
Highlights
- Lead physician, Women’s Sexual Health Clinic at the Center for Women’s Health, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
- 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
- Pregnancy
- Preconception Care
- Sexuality
- Metrorrhagia
- Pelvic Pain
- Endometriosis
- Uterine Hemorrhage
- Reproductive Health
- Fertility
- Women's Health
- Sexual Dysfunctions, Psychological
- Contraception
- Preeclampsia
- Sexual Dysfunction, Physiological
- Obstetrics
- Gynecology
- Parturition
Locations Where I Practice
1800 Zollinger Road
Columbus, OH 43221
2020 Kenny Road
Columbus, OH 43221
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location. Please call the “Schedule an appointment” number shown above for scheduling assistance.
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.
276 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Overall
4.7 out of 5
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Explains Things Clearly
4.7 out of 5
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Listens Carefully
4.7 out of 5
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Gives Understandable Instructions
4.8 out of 5
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Knows My Medical History
4.4 out of 5
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Shows Respect
4.8 out of 5
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Time Spent Together
4.8 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 11/21/2019, Dr. Worly has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
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.
I have nothing but good experiences so far with Dr. Worly! I think he is an excellent doctor. I really appreciate empathy and responsiveness.
Wow! Dr. Worly is phenomenal! He listened to all my health concerns and provided me with great explanations and gave me multiple options to resolve my health issues.
Very personable.
He was able to answer my questions and give me info I needed to make a decision.
Genuinely cared about my concerns and addressed each concern and question clearly.