About Me
I’m triple board certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R), interventional pain medicine and electrodiagnostic medicine. I earned my medical degree at the University of Toledo College of Medicine and completed my residency in PM&R and fellowship in interventional pain medicine at The Ohio State University. During my residency, I also earned my master’s in business administration at the Ohio State Fisher College of Business.
As a specialist with a clinical interest in interventional pain and spine medicine, I see patients with a multitude of issues that relate to their neck, back or joints. At the Ohio State Comprehensive Spine Center, I work closely with our spine surgeons and medical spine specialists to make sure our patients can rapidly get the care they need. Additionally, I’m a faculty member in our Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Residency Program and the associate director of Ohio State’s Multidisciplinary Pain Medicine Fellowship. My research objectives are to focus on ways we, as interventional pain physicians, can improve the way we select patients for therapeutic options and improve outcomes.
My ultimate goal is to help my patients get back to the activities that help them live the most fulfilling lives. I focus mostly on interventional modalities and non-opioid treatments with an added emphasis on exercise and appropriate self-care as ways to manage pain.
In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my wife, three children and our small dog, Henry. I also enjoy traveling and an occasional round of golf.
Highlights
- Assistant Director, PM&R, Ohio State Spine Care
- Associate Director, Ohio State Multidisciplinary Pain Fellowship
- Chair, Ohio State PM&R Clinical Competency Committee
- Earnest Johnson Academic Achievement Award, 2016
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Rib Fractures
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Pain
- Complex Regional Pain Syndromes
- Spinal Cord Stimulation
- Failed Back Surgery Syndrome
- Nerve Block
- Sacroiliac Joint
- Spinal Care
- Pain Management
- Intermittent Claudication
- Osteoarthritis
- Chronic Pain
- Back Pain
- Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine
- Spinal Diseases
Locations Where I Practice
6700 University Boulevard
Dublin, OH 43016
614-814-7777
2050 Kenny Road
Columbus, OH 43221
614-293-3890
in Martha Morehouse Outpatient Care
2050 Kenny Road
Pavilion 3rd Floor Suite 3300
Columbus, OH 43221
614-366-9211
in Outpatient Care Dublin
6700 University Boulevard
1st Floor, Suite 1B
Dublin, OH 43016
614-293-2225
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
University of Toledo College of Medicine, Toledo, OH
8/25/2008 - 6/1/2012
Internship
Riverside Methodist Hospital, Columbus, OH
6/20/2012 - 6/23/2013
Residency
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH
6/28/2013 - 6/30/2016
Fellowship
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH
9/1/2017 - 8/31/2018
Board Certifications
American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
7/1/2017
American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation/Pain Medicine
9/15/2018
Academic Information
My Department
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
My Division
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
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.
167 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Overall
4.8 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
4.8 out of 5
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Shows Respect
4.9 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 09/30/2024, Dr. Vallabh has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
Very good
Friendly and informative
All good.
Knowledgeable and concerned about my feelings about future treatment.
Told me what to expect before the procedure. Answered my questions. Very skilled and thorough while doing the procedure.
Very good
Listened to me and discussed my issue. Gave me a game plan to figure out my issue.
All good. First time seeing him and I know back pain with no cause seen on imaging. But he did not dismiss my pain. I'm trying PT if no relief he will order MRI. What I expected but he seemed to take me seriously and believe I was in the pain I stated.
Only good
All good
Awsome
Dr. Vallabe is helping me with hand, arm, and shoulder pain and tingling. He is kind and easy to talk to.
He's a wonderful doctor. Talks at your level, very kind and walked me through the procedure wonderfully.
We didn't talk much about my problems
Very thorough
The care provider listened well and was very helpful
Very good
He is %1
Listened to my concerns regarding an issue related, but not necessarily directly related to my check up. Tested muscle responses and provided some possible exercises that might help with the issue.
Professional, nice, knowledgeable
Good
Always good
He was very personable and good at the procedure!
He's bright and an excellent doctor. I trust him completely with my health issues.
He's very good & always nice to me & my husband.
Friendly, focused, professional.
Great
Confident; understandable; efficient
My doctor was very personable and thorough. I feel very good about my plan of care.
He is AWESOME Kind Funny Respectful Professional and Personable. I appreciate him and his team very very much!!!
Very knowledgable and described a clear path forward for figuring out what may be causing my issues.
Seems to be well educated on best practices for back pain
Very professional
Professional, made to feel comfortable.
He is very knowledgeable and compassionate. I have confidence in his abilities.
Answered question gave good advise on what should be done moving forward
Dr. Vallabh was cold, talked down to me, and did not answer any of my questions with confidence. I left feeling like I wasted my time and there was no resolution.
Always have very good experiences
Fantastic
Dr. Valabh is amazing! He answered all of my questions and went into great detail to explain the procedure that I was going to schedule at the end of the visit. I know he's very busy and hard to get an appointment with, so I really appreciate it how much time he spent with me answering all of my questions
The doctor was very personable, spent adequate time with me, and gave me explanations I could understand, as well as reassurance, and provided expectations for the future of my condition.
Good
My experience with my care provider was excellent.
Excellent
Professional knowledgeable experienced. Communication skills are excellent. Always keeps patients informed.
Attentive, knowledgeable, caring