Lekshmi Nair

Lekshmi Nair, MD

  • Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
  • Physician

Associate Clinical Professor of Internal Medicine

Accepting new patients

Insurances We Accept

614-293-2076

About Me

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
Additional Languages I Speak
  • Malayalam

Procedures and Conditions I Treat

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

Locations Where I Practice

Women's Health

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

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

Education and Training

Education History

Medical School

Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, OH
8/23/1999 - 6/13/2003

Internship

Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC
6/20/2003 - 6/30/2004

Residency

Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC
7/1/2004 - 6/30/2006

Fellowship

Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC
7/1/2006 - 6/30/2009

Graduate

Duke University School of Medicine, Durham, NC
7/23/2007 - 9/1/2009

Board Certification

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

Academic Information

My Department

Internal Medicine

My Division

Endocrinology and Metabolism

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.

208 Patient Satisfaction Reviews

  • Overall
    4.8 out of 5
  • Explains Things Carefully
    4.9 out of 5
  • Listens Carefully
    4.9 out of 5
  • Gives Understandable Instructions
    4.9 out of 5
  • Knows My Medical History
    4.8 out of 5
  • Shows Respect
    4.9 out of 5
  • Time Spent Together
    4.8 out of 5
  • Reviewed on Oct 20, 2025

    Good

  • Reviewed on Oct 19, 2025

    She was very courteous and knowledgeable about my condition.

  • Reviewed on Oct 19, 2025

    Dr Nair is always prepared to discuss my osteoporosis and explain the steps we are taking to keep my bones safe.

  • Reviewed on Oct 13, 2025

    Polite and knowledgeable and very helpful

  • Reviewed on Oct 08, 2025

    I love Dr. Nair she answers all my questions.

  • Reviewed on Sep 24, 2025

    Knowledgeable, addressed my questions

  • Reviewed on Sep 16, 2025

    Knew my health information Through in answering questions

  • Reviewed on Sep 07, 2025

    Provider was rushed, did not seem to want to listen to much of anything I had to say regarding my health concerns. I waited an entire year for this appointment.

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. Nair has reported no relationships with companies or entities.

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