
Hisham Awan, MD
- Orthopaedic Surgery – Hand Surgery
- Orthopaedic Surgery
Appointments: (614) 293-2663
About Me
As a hand and upper extremity orthopedic surgeon, I specialize in surgeries of the hand, wrist, elbow and shoulder. Upper extremity surgeons must be well versed in different surgical techniques including trauma, sports related injuries, joint replacement, tendon repairs and transfers, nerve repair and reconstruction, arthroscopy, microsurgery, along with many others. The variety of procedures always keeps my job interesting!My patient care philosophy is to treat each patient how I would want someone to treat a member of my family. I never leave a patient room until I make sure my patient understands his or her condition and I have answered any and all questions. My job is to educate my patients on their conditions along with all of their treatment options, to help them decide which option is best for them.
I enjoy working with and teaching the residents and fellows here at Ohio State. I also enjoy working at a tertiary referral center like Ohio State, where we see the most complex cases. Finally, I am part of an outstanding orthopedic department with tremendous camaraderie.
When I’m not working, I like to spend my time relaxing with my family, traveling, attending Ohio State football games and watching movies.
Highlights
- Associate Program Director for Education, OSU Orthopedic Residency, 2013 - present
- Orthopedic Educator of the Year, 2015
- Helped establish the OSU Hand and Upper Extremity Fellowship, 2011
- Rated in the top 10 percent of physicians in the nation for patient satisfaction, 2016
Additional Languages I Speak
- Arabic
Specialties and Conditions I Treat
- Orthopaedic Surgery – Hand Surgery
- Orthopaedic Surgery
- Sports Medicine
- Surgical Procedures, Operative
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Hand Injuries
- Microsurgery
- Athletic Injuries
- Fractures, Bone
- Orthopedics
- Tennis Elbow
- Arthroscopy
- Arthroplasty, Replacement, Elbow
- Arm Injuries
- Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
- Tendon Transfer
Locations Where I Practice


Jameson Crane Sports Medicine Institute
Education and Training
Medical Degree
M.D.
Wayne State University School of Medicine
6/8/2004
Residencies
Orthopaedic Surgery
Detroit Receiving Hospital
7/1/2004 -
6/30/2006
Orthopaedic Surgery
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
7/1/2006 -
6/30/2009
Fellowship
Hand Surgery
UPMC Presbyterian Hospital
8/1/2009 -
7/31/2010
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My Background
Board Certifications
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
7/24/2012
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (Subspecialty: Surgery of the Hand)
9/9/2013
My Department
Reviews
175 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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- Overall
4.6 out of 5 - Explains Things Clearly 4.8
- Listens Carefully 4.8
- Gives Understandable Instructions 4.7
- Knows My Medical History 4.2
- Shows Respect 4.8
- Time Spent Together 4.6
22 Patient Comments
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As of 03/26/2018, Dr. Awan has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
Reviewed on Feb 24, 2018
he was very efficient and knowledgeable without making me feel rushed
Reviewed on Feb 19, 2018
Dr. Awan listened, explained my options and administered care. He is very personable and has a good sense of humor.
Reviewed on Feb 07, 2018
This was my first visit with Dr. Awan. He listened, he gave my concerns thought and we discussed what was going on and the treatment options. He was very caring.
Reviewed on Feb 06, 2018
Excellent care - would strongly recommend to others.
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2018
A pleasant, dedicated dr. I am glad to see him every time I have to.
Reviewed on Dec 20, 2017
I appreciated his answering my questions, and explaining my options for the broken bone without any pressure to choose surgery.
Reviewed on Dec 19, 2017
His care was very excellent care!
Reviewed on Dec 15, 2017
Dr. Awan was extremely knowledgeable & spent meaningful time explaining treatment options for my condition.
Reviewed on Nov 30, 2017
Dr. Awan was also very professional and personable. Very efficient w/o seeming to be hurried.
Reviewed on Nov 25, 2017
Great, great, awesome person.
Reviewed on Nov 19, 2017
The doc seemed preoccupied; also she looked at my finger and said 1) chill it, 2) get a shot, 3) get replacement knuckle surgery - not about it possibly being part of my whole health..,
Reviewed on Nov 17, 2017
I like this provider and the clinic very much.I would recommend it to anyone the needs upper extremity work done.
Reviewed on Nov 13, 2017
Dr. Awan is awesome. Explains things easily and listens to the patient. He is very friendly and knowledgeable. Great bedside manner... not all surgeons can say that.
Reviewed on Nov 13, 2017
Dr. Awan was excited to see that my shoulder fracture was healing properly.
Reviewed on Nov 08, 2017
He was respectful, friendly, and gave me all the information I needed. I'd be happy to see him again in a future visit.
Reviewed on Oct 09, 2017
wonderful care
Reviewed on Oct 07, 2017
I thought the physician listened carefully, responded to all of my questions thoroughly, and treated me with respect.
Reviewed on Oct 06, 2017
Excellent in every way.
Reviewed on Sep 30, 2017
it was great
Reviewed on Sep 28, 2017
Dr Awan is fantastic. He did carpal tunnel release on my right hand 4 years ago, now the left hand is getting bad so I went back to him. Very personable. He had a 2nd resident with him who he did not introduce.
Reviewed on Sep 22, 2017
He was friendly and seemed knowledgable. He consulted his partner to get a second opinion.
Reviewed on Sep 15, 2017
courteous. knowledgeable