About Me
As an electrophysiologist, I treat patients with atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, supraventricular tachycardia, ventricular tachycardia and implant cardiovascular electronic implantable devices. At Ohio State, I am able to place patients at the center of my care plan, where I have access to cutting edge technology and some of the most advanced research in the field in order to ensure that patients receive the best care possible. I enjoy working in a field that is rapidly developing to meet the needs of patients with heart arrhythmia. From a research standpoint, Ohio State opens many doors to test new methods that ultimately benefit our patients.
In my free time I enjoy reading, mentoring my children, traveling with my family and exploring the world with them. I also love to give back to my community. Improving the lives of those around me allows me to feel fulfilled as a father, a husband and a doctor.
Highlights
- Associate professor of internal medicine and cardiology, 2016–present
- Published 34 papers including peer-reviewed articles and research-based manuscripts
- Published six chapters in medical textbooks
- Named to the ‘Best Doctors’ list, Columbus Business First, 2018
- First Lady Accomplishment Award recipient, 1997
- Cardiac Rehabilitation Program found, Coshocton County Memorial Hospital, 1996
Additional Languages I Speak
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Cardio-oncology
- Disease Management
- Arthritis
- Cardiovascular Diseases
- Diabetes Mellitus
- Internal Medicine
- Asthma
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Contraception
- Adolescent Medicine
- Arrhythmias, Cardiac
- Cardiac Electrophysiology
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Catheter Ablation
- Defibrillators, Implantable
- Device Removal
- Pacemaker, Artificial
- Bradycardia
- Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Devices
- Syncope
- Tachycardia, Supraventricular
- Syncope, Vasovagal
- Coronary Care Units
- Electric Countershock
Locations Where I Practice
1800 Zollinger Road
Columbus, OH 43221
614-293-2920
2220 Timber Trail
Bellefontaine, OH 43311
937-599-6105
6700 University Boulevard
Dublin, OH 43016
614-814-7777
in Outpatient Care Dublin
6700 University Boulevard
5th Floor, Suite 5B
Dublin, OH 43016
614-293-7677
in Outpatient Care Upper Arlington
1800 Zollinger Road
2nd Floor East
Columbus, OH 43221
614-685-8800
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
University of Aleppo, Mouhafaza
9/1/1983 - 6/30/1989
Residency
Ohio Valley Medical Center, Wheeling, WV
7/1/1992 - 6/30/1993
Residency
Ohio Valley Medical Center, Wheeling, WV
7/1/1993 - 6/30/1995
Fellowship
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH
7/1/2002 - 6/30/2005
Fellowship
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH
7/1/2005 - 6/30/2006
Board Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine/Cardiovascular Disease
11/7/2005
American Board of Internal Medicine/Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
11/7/2007
Academic Information
My Department
Internal Medicine
My Division
Cardiovascular Medicine
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.
228 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Overall
4.8 out of 5
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Explains Things Carefully
4.8 out of 5
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Listens Carefully
4.9 out of 5
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Gives Understandable Instructions
4.8 out of 5
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Knows My Medical History
4.8 out of 5
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Shows Respect
4.9 out of 5
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Time Spent Together
4.8 out of 5
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. Houmsse has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
I felt that I was fit into a time, box and rushed out of there without full explanation of my current status
Fully described my illness and procedure to cure it
Knowledgeable friendly concerned
Dr Houmsee was very thorough, reviewed my medical situation, listened to my questions and presented a cogent and very reasonable plan of care.
Positive and encouraging about my health
No bad experiences. He was very thorough in describing the procedure I will be having
Dr Houmsse I found very personable and extremely knowledgeable regarding his field of practice. Very nice gentleman
All went well.
So far so good
Doctor is incredible, caring, treats me with respect, answers any questions. Treats myself as well as my husband as people, not just get you in and out like some doctors can do. I am very grateful to have Dr Houmsee
I was very pleased with my Doctor. He presented me with different treatments and described the treatments in a fashion that I could understand. I feel very secure in his knowledge and care
I thought very highly of Dr. Houmsse. He is an excellent doctor. He took time to listen to me and explain everything to me, and had looked at all of my medical history, before he came into the room.
Friendly, kind and very pleasant
Very thorough explanation of my condition and what we should do to care for the issue.
Excellent
Really everything was well done. Communication was very good too.
Very good! He was very knowledgeable & knew what the next steps to progress in my care should be.
Dr Houmsee was amazing. He took time to explain 2 potential procedures and discussed pros and cons of both. He made sure I understood every detail. He talked to me as yhe patient not my family in the room, he engaged with me. My family truly enjoyed a visit that was feeling very emotional walking into it. Dr Houmsee was able to answer all questions honestly and his sense of humor pit us all at ease
Enjoy feeling comfortable with him.
Kind and professional
Dr. Houmsse is the best
Explained upcoming procedures in detail
He was friendly, but also very professional. I received good advice for proceeding with my health condition.
Excellent thee best got me back up and running!
My provider was fine
Great !!!
Excellent
He was wonderful Knew history ask me questions. Answered my questions. Included my daughter I feel I clean trust him in my care
Care provider was through in his explanations and made sure I understood the logic behind my treatment plan and future directions
Thought it took a while between nurse/assistant and provider showing up, he came through door with a positive greeting and visit stayed high energy level throughout, excellent visit
Spent a great deal of time with me and ran additional tests to make sure that I receive proper care.
Excellent
Visit was good
Dr. Houmsse also is excellent to deal with. He is a real credit to the OSU Medical Center and the Ross Heart Hospital. Don't lose him. I definitely need him as my cardiologist because of my heart.
Very goodexselent
Wonderful bedside manner!
Very knowledgeable about my history and concerned about how I'm doing.
The Dr. Is awesome, his manner is comforting. He's throughtful and considerate, I've have 100% confidence in Dr. Houmsse
Knowledgeable friendly answered all questions
All good
He was very good and respectful.
Dr. Houmssee is one of the best physicians I have ever seen and the entire cardiac MD staff is fantastic. Every doctor that has cared for me and my heart issues has been of the very highest quality of care.
GOOD
Got to know me
He was very informative and helpful and explained in detail about what avenue I would need to try.
Knowledgeable and helpful
Excellent
Out standing
Attentive, thoughtful & concerned
Doctor gave me detailed, helpful information about my condition.
He was very good
I trust my life with him
All good.
Doctor was very knowledgeable and looked up my history at the care providers in my home town area and came back with further suggestions
Highly quified
Concerned, compassionate and attentive
Amazing. Sat down, turned the monitor towards me and explained everything in detail. We looked at test results together and at no point I felt rushed. Managed to get all my questions answered.
Love Dr Houmsse! He's kind, personable, knowledgeable, prepared for my husbands case and concerned about day to day life of the patient and quality of life. Tries to find good solutions that satisfy the patient.
Very good.
The best provider of all my doctors
Concerns. Explaining my health needs. Understanding. Extra thoughtful.
Dr Houmsse is very good on explain everything, He is always positive and has a smile on his face
First time seeing this provider and I was pleased with him.
Very good.
Very detailed.
Couldn't have been a better meeting.
He was great!
Fantastic!!
Dr. Houmsse is one of the most caring, professional doctors I have ever met.
Very good and nice friendly.
Great
Very good.
All good.
Excellent Doctor with exceptional interpersonal skills and empathy.
Pleasant.
Good care.
All good.
Dr. Houmsse's professional expertise always is quite evident.
Excellent knowledge & communication.
Nothing bad happened
Interested in how I am, easy to talk to took plenty of time to make sure I understood what he told me.