Rajiv Chandawarkar, MBBS, MBA
614-293-8566
About Me
As a plastic surgeon, I provide microsurgical solutions for patients with a variety of complex defects, as well as a fair amount of cosmetic surgery. As the director of Ohio State’s Limb Preservation Program, I work to prevent amputations in patients who have severe wounds on their extremities. I also perform cancer reconstruction surgery for patients with breast cancer, head and neck cancer and cancer in their limbs.I don’t see myself as just a service provider. My goal is to make sure that I connect with my patients on a deeper level while providing their healthcare needs.
The most rewarding part about my job is that I am able to make a difference in people’s lives. With all of the rules, regulations and paperwork that come with being a physician, it’s the opportunity to connect with my patients that makes me want to get up each morning and come to work.
Highlights
- Member of the Association of Academic Surgeons, Plastic Surgery Research Council, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and the American Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery
- Received the NEOUCOM Department of Surgery Research Award, 1999
- Received the John P. Minton Oncology Award, American College of Surgeons, 2000
- Named to the Castle Connolly list of “Regional Top Doctors,” 2016–2019
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Surgery, Plastic
- Reconstructive Surgical Procedures
- Microsurgery
- Breast Cancer
- Wounds and Injuries
- Burns
- Cosmetic Techniques
- Breast Implants
- Abdominoplasty
- Lipectomy
- Botulinum Toxins
- Mammaplasty
- Skin Cancers
- Dermatologic Surgical Procedures
Locations Where I Practice
Eye and Ear Institute
915 Olentangy River Road
Columbus, OH 43212
East Hospital
181 Taylor Avenue
Columbus, OH 43203
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location. Please call the “Schedule an appointment” number shown above for scheduling assistance.
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Education and Training
Education History
MBBS
Bombay University Medical School
1/18/1988
Akron General Medical Center
6/30/2000
Fordham University
6/30/1997
MD Anderson Cancer Center
6/30/2003
Seth G.S. Medical College and Kem Hospital
6/30/1988
Tata Memorial Hospital
6/30/1992
Tata Memorial Hospital
6/30/1993
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
6/30/1994
MBA
University of Massachusetts
9/1/2016
Summa Health Care System
6/30/2002
Academic Information
Board Certification
American Board of Plastic Surgery
11/13/2004
My Department
My Division
Plastic Surgery
Reviews
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99 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
Consulting and Related Relationships
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As of 12/20/2018, Dr. Chandawarkar has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
He was direct and friendly.
Nice.
Kind and very concerned about my well being. Extremely kind person.
Super thorough explanation of upcoming surgery a very nice person.
Best care and treatment I've ever had.
All staff were very friendly, helped put me at ease as I have a very serious condition and I so appreciate everyone's compassionate care.
Dr. Chandawarkar is very caring & knowledge about the services he provides. Always shows concern for his patient. Was extremely grateful to him & Dr. Ann Sullivan for all they did for me.
Really listens, pays attention to my concerns.
Wonderful dr. pleasant/kind.
He was great!