Lekshmi Nair, MD

Physician, Associate Professor

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

Make an appointment

614-293-2076
Accepting new patients

Conditions and expertise

  • Insulin Infusion Systems
  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Hypothyroidism
  • Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2
  • Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1
  • Hyperparathyroidism, Primary

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Locations

  • Women's Health in Outpatient Care Upper Arlington
  • Endocrinology in Outpatient Care Dublin

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Academic information

Department: Internal Medicine

About

Gender
Female
Additional languages
Malayalam

Biography

Endocrinology sparked my interest during medical training as it deals with the coordination between different body systems and it’s the means for our body to communicate with itself to keep everything in balance. When I see patients, I make every effort to identify what’s important to them and what their goals are with the hopes of aligning my investigation and treatment with the patient’s wishes.

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center brings together specialists from all fields of medicine, and there’s always someone to collaborate with. Since I specialize in general endocrinology and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), I help manage the PCOS clinic, along with gynecology, at the Ohio State Center for Women’s Health in Upper Arlington.

When I’m not at work, I enjoy time with family, vacations, outdoor time and running.

Highlights

  • Contributed to growth of a busy and balanced general endocrine practice
  • Established a collaborative PCOS clinic at the Center for Women's Health
  • Rated in the top 10 percent of physicians in the nation for patient satisfaction, 2018, 2019
  • Named to Castle Connolly's Regional Top Doctors list

Conditions and expertise

  • Adrenal Gland Diseases
  • Diabetes Mellitus
  • Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1
  • Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2
  • Endocrinology
  • Hyperparathyroidism, Primary
  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Hypothyroidism
  • Insulin Infusion Systems
  • Osteoporosis
  • Parathyroid Diseases
  • Pituitary Diseases
  • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
  • Thyroid Diseases
  • Women's Health

Locations

Women's Health

in Outpatient Care Upper Arlington
1800 Zollinger Road
Columbus, OH 43221
614-293-2076

Endocrinology

in Outpatient Care Dublin
6700 University Boulevard
4th Floor, Suite 4C
Dublin, OH 43016
614-685-3333

Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.

Credentials

Education

Masters of Public Health (MPH)
Duke University School of Medicine, Durham, NC
7/23/2007 - 9/1/2009
Fellowship - Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism
Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC, United States
7/1/2006 - 6/30/2009
Residency - Internal Medicine
Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC, United States
7/1/2004 - 6/30/2006
Internship - Internal Medicine
Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC, United States
6/20/2003 - 6/30/2004
Doctor of Medicine (MD)
Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, OH, United States
8/23/1999 - 6/13/2003

Certification

  • American Board of Internal Medicine-Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
    10/24/2008

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.

201 Patient Satisfaction Reviews

4.8 out of 5 overall
  • Explains Things Carefully
    4.9 / 5
  • Listens Carefully
    4.9 / 5
  • Gives Understandable Instructions
    4.9 / 5
  • Knows My Medical History
    4.8 / 5
  • Shows Respect
    4.9 / 5
  • Time Spent Together
    4.8 / 5

Patient Comments

  • Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026

    Very good

  • Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026

    Dr Nair was very thorough and explained everything. It was obvious that she was up-to-date on my medical History. She listened to my concerns and answered all of my questions. She is a very caring doctor

  • Reviewed on Nov 26, 2025

    She was incredible! Listened well and explained everything in terms I could understand

  • Reviewed on Nov 24, 2025

    She always explains her strategy to improve my health. Very personable!

  • Reviewed on Nov 09, 2025

    Very good and knowledgeable

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 11/3/2025, Lekshmi Nair has reported no relationships with companies or entities.

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