The James at Martha Morehouse Outpatient Care
The James at Martha Morehouse Outpatient Care
2050 Kenny Road
Columbus, OH 43221
Luis Lara, MD
- Gastroenterology
- Physician What's this? A physician, or doctor, is extensively trained to diagnose and treat complex medical problems. Often, physicians focus their practice on certain disease categories, treatment methods or patient types. Physicians can diagnose and treat illness, prescribe medication, offer medical consultation and advice, perform surgery and more.
About Me
As a gastroenterologist at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, I specialize in pancreatic disease and endoscopic procedures as an alternative to surgical interventions. I provide immediate and comprehensive care to patients with complex pancreatic diseases. I enjoy reassuring patients and helping them navigate the treatment process with empathy and compassion.My areas of research include pancreatic disease, acute pancreatitis, chronic pancreatitis, pancreas cysts, hereditary pancreatitis, pancreas cancer, pancreatectomy, pancreas islet transplantation and small bowel bleeding. Our research ensures that patients are offered the most up-to-date and cutting edge treatment strategies.
Here at Ohio State, we’re able to provide exceptional patient care because of our multidisciplinary approach and highly trained team of pancreas subspecialists, surgeons, radiologists, nutritionists, geneticists and a superior endoscopy group. This enhances our patients’ experience by expediting care in a compassionate yet efficient environment.
When I’m not working, I enjoy spending my free time traveling, riding my bike, hiking, car racing, reading, going to the theatre and listening to music.
Highlights
- President elect, Florida Gastroenterological Society
- Co-director for various meetings of the Florida Gastroenterological Society, the American College of Gastroenterology and the Cleveland Clinic Foundation
- Medical director of Pancreatology, the University of Texas Southwestern, Baylor University Medical Center, Cleveland Clinic Florida
- Assistant and associate professorships at the University of Texas Southwestern, Florida International University and Florida Atlantic University
- Recipient of society awards from the American College of Gastroenterology, the American Gastroenterological Association, the American Pancreas Association and the American College of Physicians
Additional Languages I Speak
- Spanish
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Pancreatitis
- Pancreatic Islets Transplantation
Locations Where I Practice
The James at Martha Morehouse Outpatient Care
Education and Training
Medical Degree
MD
Instittuto Tecnologico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey
6/30/1994
Residencies
Internal Medicine
Aultman Hospital
7/1/1997 -
6/30/2000
Obstetrics / Gynecology
Instittuto Tecnologico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey
2/1/1995 -
7/31/1995
Fellowships
Gastroenterology
Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center
7/1/2000 -
6/30/2003
Pancreatology
Mayo Clinic
6/28/2003 -
6/25/2004
My Videos
More About My Work
My Background
Board Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine
8/22/2000
American Board of Internal Medicine (Subspecialty: Gastroenterology)
11/3/2004
My Department
My Division
Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition
Reviews
33 Patient Satisfaction 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.
- Overall
4.8 out of 5 - Explains Things Clearly 5
- Listens Carefully 5
- Gives Understandable Instructions 4.9
- Knows My Medical History 4.4
- Shows Respect 4.9
- Time Spent Together 4.8
8 Patient Comments
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 12/20/2018, Dr. Lara has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2019
He seemed as my problem was his problem.
Reviewed on Feb 25, 2019
He took time to answer all of my questions. He had viewed my records and did not rush. Thank you.
Reviewed on Dec 17, 2018
Very nice.
Reviewed on Dec 17, 2018
Very good. Took time to answer all questions.
Reviewed on Oct 24, 2018
Dr. Lara was excellent. He took time with me and explained all my test results and went over my systems. He did not rush and was very professional and easy to understand. Thank you so much!!!
Reviewed on Sep 08, 2018
They are very good to patients and...
Reviewed on Aug 20, 2018
Good in detailing all of my questions.
Reviewed on Apr 25, 2018
Very good - No issues.