Laura Ryan, MD
Physician, Associate Professor
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
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614-293-2076Conditions and expertise
- Hypothyroidism
- Hyperthyroidism
- Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2
- Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1
- Hypercalcemia
- Adrenal Gland Diseases
Locations
- Women's Health in Outpatient Care Upper Arlington
Academics and research
Department: Internal Medicine
About
- Gender
- Female
Biography
I am an endocrinologist who primarily sees patients at the Center for Women’s Health in Upper Arlington. My role involves diagnosing and treating people for a wide range of issues including diabetes, adrenal gland and pituitary diseases and polycystic ovary syndrome, and I am a nationally recognized expert in osteoporosis and hypoparathyroidism. I have been recognized as a Top Performer in Patient Experience at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center multiple times, I was part of the 2023 Castle Connolly Exceptional Women in Medicine List, and I have been honored as a Columbus Monthly Best Doctor annually since 2008.
Endocrinology is a thought-provoking and fascinating field that touches nearly every aspect of a person’s health, and I am passionate about using my skills to help each person achieve a higher quality of life. I believe the best way for a person to achieve good health is through a solid partnership with their providers, one that is based on excellent communication and collaboration. With these concepts in mind, my goal is always to maximize health and well-being by working together as a team.
Highlights
- Rated in the top 10 percent of physicians in the nation for patient satisfaction, 2014-2019
- Named to Castle Connolly's Regional Top Doctors list
- Best Doctor in America, 2017
Conditions and expertise
- Adrenal Gland Diseases
- Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1
- Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2
- Endocrinology
- Goiter
- Hypercalcemia
- Hyperthyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Osteopenia
- Osteoporosis
- Parathyroid Diseases
- Pituitary Diseases
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Diseases
- Women's Health
Locations
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Credentials
Education
- Fellowship - Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism
- Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH, United States
7/1/2001 - 6/30/2003 - Residency - Internal Medicine
- Medical College of Virginia Hospitals, Richmond, VA, United States
7/1/1999 - 6/30/2001 - Internship - Internal Medicine
- Medical College of Virginia Hospitals, Richmond, VA, United States
7/1/1998 - 6/30/1999 - Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, OH, United States
8/22/1994 - 6/12/1998
Certification
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American Board of Internal Medicine-Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
11/5/2003
Academics and research
Outside of my clinical responsibilities, I am focused on medical education, and I am often invited to share my expertise at national conferences. I am the director of education at the Center for Women’s Health and the director of Endocrine Grand Rounds. I also serve as co-director for Bone Day, the biannual educational event designed to share best practices and improve care for osteoporosis.
I completed medical school and my fellowship training at Ohio State, and it’s an honor to pay it forward by helping train future clinicians. I am a clinical associate professor of Internal Medicine in the Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism.
Research interests
- Medical Education
- Endocrinology
Academic information
- Department:
- Internal Medicine
- Division:
- Endocrinology and Metabolism
More about my research
Ratings and 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.
134 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
Patient Comments
Consulting and related relationships
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As of 11/3/2025 Laura Ryan 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.
- Amgen
- Ascendis Pharmaceuticals
Dr. Ryan is professional, knowledgeable, kind and genuinely concerned for my well being.
I have been seeing Dr. Ryan for about 10 years. She is the best! I am thrilled to have her as one of my primary care providers beyond my GP, Dr.Deborah Gordish, my Cardiologist, Dr. Liu, and my Oncologist, Dr. Stephen Povosky.I have the best care team ever!!!!
Dr. Ryan is so competent and caring. I look forward to seeing her!
Dr Ryan was very professional, while showing genuine concern.
Dr. Ryan always makes me feel like I'm the only patient she has!
Dr Ryan is always professional and caring
Always attentive, willing to listen to all of my concerns.
Dr.Ryan has always been an excellent doctor. I'm so glad to have her for my care!
Concerned about how I was feeling and gave me options as to going forward with my care.
Love love Dr. Ryan
Dr Ryan has always been a great doctor who shows concern, and professioalism.
She is very knowledgeable, asks questions, and listens closely to your responses. She explains her Health Plan very carefully and clearly.
Wonderful
Dr. Ryan listens to everything I say and offers support and knowledge.
This is a specialist that I only see yearly and X-rays only yearly as needed
She was very thorough
Excellent
She's always thorough and understands medication pricing limitations.
Excellent
I have always had a good experience with my care provider.