About Me
I am a clinical rheumatologist who regularly treats patients for various conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, gout, vasculitis, and lupus. My special focus has been on caring for people with myositis, which encompasses a rare group of rheumatological disorders that cause the immune system to attack the body’s muscles. I helped to establish Ohio’s first comprehensive, multidisciplinary Myositis Clinic and I serve as its co-director.
When patients come to see me, they can trust that I will do everything I can to provide unparalleled clinical care customized to their specific needs and values. I chose to specialize in rheumatology because I’m passionate about solving complex case scenarios and finding solutions that work best for each patient. My interest was also sparked by my mother, who has rheumatoid arthritis.
I have felt very welcome since joining the team at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, and I identify with the shared mission to improve health care through transformations in research, education, patient care, and community engagement. I’m proud to help drive innovation through my various leadership roles here at Ohio State, which include director of clinical operations for the Division of Rheumatology and director of the Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Clinic.
My research efforts have been centered on therapeutics in rheumatology. I am currently serving as the principal investigator for three clinical trials involving patients with various forms of myositides. The studies include innovative therapies for conditions such as dermatomyositis and polymyositis. In addition to clinical trials, I collaborate with other researchers on a few other projects.
My role at Ohio State includes helping train the next generation of physicians and I am an assistant professor of Internal Medicine at The Ohio State University College of Medicine. As a member of the Clinical Competency Committee, I help develop policies and guidelines for the Rheumatology fellowship. This role has included helping to develop and implement the musculoskeletal ultrasound curriculum.
In addition to my clinical and academic responsibilities, I am a member of the Department of Internal Medicine’s IHIS Committee and the Diversity and Inclusion advisory council. I also serve on the Rheumatology Clinic Steering Committee.
When I’m not working, I love spending time with my husband, who is an oncologist at the OSUCCC – James, our three daughters, and our extended family and friends. I enjoy gardening and traveling.
Additional Languages I Speak
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Arthritis, Rheumatoid
- Vasculitis
- Myositis
- Neuromuscular Diseases
- Gout
- Arthritis, Psoriatic
- Spondylitis, Ankylosing
Locations Where I Practice
2050 Kenny Road
Columbus, OH 43221
614-293-3890
in Martha Morehouse Outpatient Care
2050 Kenny Road
Pavilion 3rd Floor Suite 3100
Columbus, OH 43221
614-293-4969
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
Trivandrum Medical College, Kerala
11/1/1998 - 12/31/2004
Internship
St. Mary's Hospital, Thodupuzha
4/1/2005 - 8/31/2006
Residency
Aurora Sinai Medical Center, Milwaukee, WI
7/1/2008 - 6/30/2009
Residency
St. Luke's Hospital, Chesterfield, MO
7/1/2009 - 8/30/2011
Residency
St. Luke's Hospital, Chesterfield, MO
9/1/2011 - 6/30/2012
Fellowship
Barnes-Jewish Hospital, St. Louis, MO
7/1/2012 - 6/30/2014
Board Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine
8/22/2012
American Board of Internal Medicine/Rheumatology
11/3/2014
Academic Information
My Department
Internal Medicine
My Division
Rheumatology - Immunology
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.
88 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Overall
4.8 out of 5
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Explains Things Carefully
4.8 out of 5
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Listens Carefully
4.8 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
4.8 out of 5
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Time Spent Together
4.7 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. Paul has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
Courteous, professional.
Good
Excellent experience! Dr. Paul has great knowledge of my rare illness. Very patient and kind. She is leaving no stone unturned with labs and follow up testing! Best care I have received since getting diagnosed!
Very excellent doctor I have experience very knowledgeable in fibromyalgia and arthritis etc in my care to get most help I needed.
Dr Paul is great. She really cares about her patients. Very nice Dr.
Reviewed my medical records in advance but didn't spend an adequate time with me (no more than 5 minutes)
Good listener
Good
Good
Dr Paul always listens to concerns, she is very caring and easy to talk to and makes sure I'm satisfied with my care.
I really appreciated her directness
Concerned
Dr Paul always speaks clearly as a partner in my health, unlike some other doctors who talk AT you.
She was knowledgeable and listened
I love Dr. Paul. She is a very good Rhuemetologist. She always listens to me. Gives her opinion. Respects my opinion.
Very thorough. She noticed some things that needed addressed with other providers.
Friendly, talked clearly about procedure
All good
She's always good and very concerned
Great experience. I feel I'm in good hands.
All good at this point
She also did a good job explaining all.
Dr Paul is always concerned and attentive and I appreciate that so much.
Always excellent.
Professional, knowledgeable, courteous.
Professional but approachable. Knowledgeable about my history and current concerns.
Dr Paul is excellent, she really listens. She doesn't make me feel stupid for asking questions