Physician, Professor
Plastic Surgery
Department: Plastic Surgery
I practice both reconstructive and aesthetic surgery. I’m interested in complex abdominal wall reconstruction (hernia repair), the surgical treatment of migraine headaches, cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of the breasts, chest wall reconstruction, body contouring, lower extremity reconstruction, and microsurgery.
What I enjoy about The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is how we take care of our patients. Working together, we try to solve problems using the latest techniques and technology. We approach each patient one at a time.
There’s no cookie-cutter approach, cookbook or recipe I follow. I sit down with patients and listen to their problems and concerns. I try to give them a result they’ll be happy with.
I spend the time to get to know my patients and appreciate their concerns. Then, I tell them whether I can reliably and predictably give them the results they want.
I treat my patients like they are my family. If it’s not good enough for my family, it’s not good enough for my patients.
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
My research focuses on migraine headache surgery, complex hernia repair/abdominal wall reconstruction, education, and pain management in plastic surgery, with an emphasis on patient-centered care informed by real-world data.
I have published over 320 peer-reviewed articles, 115 book chapters, and nine books, with two more books pending publication. I currently lead over 110 ongoing projects across diverse topics. Looking ahead, I aim to advance headache surgery and abdominal wall reconstruction – particularly durability, prehabilitation, and recovery optimization – while strengthening national surgical education and expanding the use of patient-reported outcomes to guide safer, more effective care.
I appreciate the commitment to innovation here in The Ohio State University College of Medicine, and the readily available resources that allow me to pursue highly complex research.
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Compassionate and knowledgeable with significant experience that shows, matters and expertise is greatly appreciated
Caring, polite, interested, understanding, respectful, patient, compassionate, helpful, knowledgeable, honest, detail oriented.
Friendly, confident and knowledgeable. Went over the problem at hand, the plan to fix it and how long recovery would take. Follow up was making sure everything was still on track and healing properly and asking if I had any concerns and the checking them when I did
He had helped my migraines tremendously
He is very knowledgeable and kind
Knows his specialty caring good at explaining treatment for patients with complex headaches over many many years without relief
Very professional.
Wonderful, attentive, knowledgeable, and courteous
Excellent knowledge and care, wouldn't describe him as overly friendly, more businesslike
None, excellent Dr. And I am grateful for him
Dr. Janis is an exceptional doctor that truly cares about his patients. I could not be happier with the care I received from Dr. Janis and his staff.
He is the absolute best
Dr. Janis saved my life by curing me of my migraines!
Could not be happier with Dr. Janis! He's an exceptional doctor.
Dr Janis is awesome. Patient, kind and concerned. Makes me feel like he knows exactly what to do
Felt listened to , took time for a thorough exam after surgery, explained pertinent info clearly
I have been through a lot in the past 2 years. Dr. Janis and Dr. Eiferman have been so supportive and caring. They have gained my full trust and confidence. I feel like the care I have received is just as they would for their own family. My office visits are never rushed. They take the time to answer all my questions.
It is nothing but the best!!!
Very detailed regarding condition and pain I have struggled with and is working very hard to find a resolution. Working with the insurance company to cover further testing required for my migraines that I have suffered with for 26 years
Everyone was helpful and ready to help expedite my shot for migraines.
Could not ask for a more personal doctor he hears your concerns explains clearly health issues and how it will effect the over all prognosis of the recent surgery
Excellent
Explain to my understanding, did best to help solve issue, friendly
Dr. Janis is the best.
Always approachable and helpful
Dr Janis is awesome. He is so very knowledgeable and meticulous with what he looks for and sees/hears. He listens attentively as we talk and offers expert advice. He is the best of the best! I would have no other doctor.
Excellent. Listened to my concerns and provided very complete discussion of my condition and options for treatment
Dr Janis is top notch. He prepared me well for my surgery. The care I received during and after surgery by Dr Janis and his team exceeded my expectations. I am very satisfied with the standard of care and outcome I received.
I have been a patient of Dr.Janis for a years now and I can easily say that he is one of the best doctors I have ever visited. He is professional, efficient, and listens intently to my concerns.
Dr Janis was a delight. He's the consummate blend of personality and professional excellence.
Excellent
Dr. Janis is a very good physician who addresses all of my concerns and goes the extra mile to ensure my post surgery progress and condition is as it should be.
Very thorough and explained options
Dr. Janis is always very thorough and never rushed.
Exceptional care and attentive to my concerns
Dr. Janis is truly the best and I am beyond thankful for this man! He truly cares and it shows!!
Goes over everything and answers our questions
No bad. Everyone was so nice my overall visit was very pleasan.
He had all the info needed to do his job and was very good at explaining everything multiple times to make sure that I understood everything and all options!
He listened to my recent problem, examined me thoroughly, and eased my mind that it was not serious, and gave me good advice.
Love Dr. Janis!!!!!!!
Dr. Janis is hands down one of the best physicians I've ever encountered. Having him treat my migraines has greatly improved my quality of life. He is always very courteous, knowledgeable and take interest in my personal life as well.
Nice overall answered all my questions
He was great at explaining things and answered all my questions and concerns.