Kanu Goyal, MD
Physician, Associate Professor
Orthopaedic Surgery - Hand Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery
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614-366-4263Conditions and expertise
- Arm Injuries
- Arthritis
- Bone Fractures
- Elbow Joint
- Hand Injuries
- Joint Instability
Locations
- Hand and Upper Extremity in Eye and Ear Institute
Academics and research
Department: Orthopaedics
About
- Gender
- Male
Biography
I serve as the Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program director and as the vice chair of Education in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. I specialize in conditions affecting the upper extremity, from the fingertips to the mid-upper arm. My training in orthopedic surgery, fellowship in hand and upper extremity surgery, and broad clinical experience let me treat nearly all pathologies in this region, including arthritis, fractures, tendon, ligament, and nerve injuries and chronic deformities. I also have a particular interest in complex elbow trauma and reconstruction as well as paralysis and spasticity after brain or spinal cord injuries.
I chose a career in medicine because I wanted to make a tangible difference in people’s lives by helping them overcome their health challenges. I have always enjoyed math and science, and as an undergraduate student I chose to study biomedical engineering – focusing on biomechanics – to combine those interests with my desire to advance medical care. That background not only prepared me for medical school but also shaped the way I think about solving clinical problems. During medical school, I found all disciplines fascinating, but orthopedic surgery stood out. It felt intuitive, likely because of my engineering training, and offered the opportunity to restore function and improve quality of life in a concrete, visible way.
I have spent my entire career in academic medicine. My residency and fellowship training were completed at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, an environment that fostered my interest in education, research and complex patient care. After completing my training, I joined the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center to begin my academic orthopedic surgery practice.
Highlights
- Named to Castle Connolly's “Regional Top Doctors” list
- Residency Program Director and Vice Chair of Education, overseeing resident education, curriculum development and mentorship
- <em>Summa cum laude</em> and Biomedical Engineering Chairman's Award – Case Western Reserve University, 2003
- O'Donoghue Sport Injury Research Award, the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine, 2011
- Patient Safety Award, the Richard L. Simmons, MD Speak Up for Safety Award, 2012
- Rated in the top 10 percent of physicians in the nation for patient satisfaction
- Orthopedic Educator of the Year 2017, voted by Orthopaedics residents
- Orthopedic Educator of the Year 2017, 2018, and 2019, voted by OSU medical students
- Excellence in Education Award, OSU College of Medicine, 2018
- OSU College of Medicine Alumni Teaching Award, 2022
- Excellence in Teaching Award, voted by Hand Surgery Fellows, 2023
Conditions and expertise
- Arm Injuries
- Arthritis
- Bone Fractures
- Elbow Joint
- Hand Injuries
- Joint Instability
- Nerve Compression Syndromes
- Operative Surgical Procedures
- Orthopedic Procedures
- Peripheral Nerve Injuries
- Reconstructive Surgical Procedures
Locations
Hand and Upper Extremity
3rd Floor Suite 3200
Columbus, OH 43212
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Credentials
Education
- Fellowship - Orthopaedic Surgery, Hand Surgery
- University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
8/1/2013 - 7/30/2014 - Residency - Orthopaedic Surgery
- University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
7/1/2007 - 6/30/2012 - Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Cleveland, OH, United States
11/1/2003 - 5/31/2007
Certifications
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American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery/Hand Surgery
9/12/2017 -
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
7/28/2016
Academics and research
I care for patients with challenging orthopedic problems, conducting meaningful research and teaching the next generation of physicians and surgeons. My passion for education has guided my professional path, leading me to serve as the orthopaedic medical student director, the associate residency program director, and now as the residency program director and Vice-Chair of Education.
Research interests
- Upper Extremity Surgery
- Distal Radius Fracture
Academic information
- Department:
- Orthopaedics
- Division:
- Orthopaedics
More about my research
Ratings and reviews
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Patient Comments
Consulting and related relationships
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As of 11/3/2025 Kanu Goyal has reported relationships with the companies or entities listed below. If you have questions about the relationships listed below, please ask the faculty member. If you have questions about how these relationships are monitored by The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, please contact our Compliance Office.
- Acumed LLC
Very detailed and knowledgeable
He is an excellent specialist and answered all my questions
I was very disappointed in the care that I received, the doctor wasn't attentive to my finger, nor did he seem to care about how I was feeling.
Kind.supportive. Informative
Doc Goyle is the best. He really listens to what I have to say, and I trust him completely.
Excellent bedside manner. Very intelligent, capable and confident. I felt very safe.
Everything was good
Great
The best ever!!!
Professional, attentive, knowledgeable, friendly
Excellent overall
I have problems getting people to understand me sometimes
All good.
The doctor was very pleasant as through.
Even though I was prepared for surgery to fix my right elbow like he did my left one 10 years ago, he talked me out of it and recommended strengthening exercises.
He is very knowledgeable and open
He was excellent everyone was very nice
Just very thorough and direct. Great bedside manner and my surgery outcome got me out of pain and back to my drills and nail guns! Dr Goyle is a great physician who has now fixed both of my hands!
All good