Rami Kahwash, MD
Physician, Professor
Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology, Cardiovascular Disease
Make an appointment
614-293-7677
Accepting new patients
Conditions and expertise
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypercholesterolemia
- Coronary Care Units
- Cardiovascular Diseases
- Heart Transplantation
- Heart-Assist Devices
Locations
- Outpatient Care New Albany
- Ambulatory Care Center
Academic information
Department: Internal Medicine
About
- Gender
- Male
- Additional languages
- Arabic
Biography
I am a cardiologist and a professor of clinical medicine at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. I earned my medical degree from Damascus University in Damascus, Syria.
I completed my residency in internal medicine and a fellowship in cardiovascular medicine at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington, Ky. I also completed a fellowship in heart failure, cardiac transplantation and device-based therapy for heart failure at The Ohio State University College of Medicine.
I have published peer-reviewed journal articles, and I am a member of several professional societies, including the American College of Cardiology, the Heart Failure Society of America and the American Medical Association.
My clinical interests include heart failure, cardiac transplantation, implantation of internal cardiac devices, invasive cardiology and diagnostic coronary angiography. My research interests focus on the area of cardiac resynchronization therapy and mechanical assist device for treatment of advanced heart failure.
Highlights
- Rated in the top 10 percent of physicians in the nation for patient satisfaction, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017
- Best Doctor in America 2017
Conditions and expertise
- Cardiology
- Cardiomyopathies
- Cardio-oncology
- Cardiovascular Diseases
- Coronary Care Units
- Heart Failure
- Heart Transplantation
- Heart-Assist Devices
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypercholesterolemia
- Internal Medicine
- Organ Transplantation
- Transplantation
Locations
Ambulatory Care Center
in Richard M. Ross Heart Hospital
452 W. 10th Ave.
1st Floor
Columbus, OH 43210
1st Floor
Columbus, OH 43210
614-293-7677
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Credentials
Education
- Fellowship - Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology
- Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH, United States
7/1/2008 - 6/30/2009 - Fellowship - Cardiovascular Disease
- University Of Kentucky Hospital, Lexington, KY
7/1/2004 - 6/30/2007 - Residency - Internal Medicine
- University Of Kentucky Hospital, Lexington, KY
7/1/2001 - 6/30/2003 - Internship - Internal Medicine
- University Of Kentucky Hospital, Lexington, KY
7/1/2000 - 6/30/2001 - Internship - Internal Medicine
- University of Damascus-Neurosurgery, Damascus
1/1/1998 - 12/1/1999 - Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- University of Damascus School of Medicine, Damascus, Syria
9/1/1991 - 7/1/1997
Certifications
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American Heart Association National Center
4/4/2025 -
American Board of Internal Medicine/Advanced Heart Failure-Transplant Cardio
11/8/2010 -
American Board of Internal Medicine/Cardiovascular Disease
10/31/2007
News and media
My news coverage
- Ohio State first in U.S. to test new pacemaker approach for targeting heart failure
- Ohio State first in Ohio to implant novel device for monitoring heart failure
- Ohio State first in world to participate in trial of device designed to alleviate heart failure symptoms
- Ohio State first in world to participate in trial confirming efficacy of novel heart failure treatment
- Ohio State first in nation to use new treatment for heart failure patients
- Ohio State First in U.S. to Test New Device to Improve Heart Failure Symptoms
- First Transcatheter Implant for Diastolic Heart Failure Successful
- Ohio State Studies If High-tech Vest Can Help Manage Heart Failure at Home
- Ohio State Evaluates First Transcatheter Implant for Diastolic Heart Failure
- January 2011 MedTips
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.
178 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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 11/3/2025 Dr. Kahwash has reported relationships with the companies or entities listed below. If you have questions about the relationships listed below, please ask the faculty member. If you have questions about how these relationships are monitored by The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, please contact our Compliance Office.
- Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals
- BridgeBio
- Edwards Lifesciences
- Impulse Dynamic
- Medtronic
- Proxima Clinical Research
Very good. Asked questions about my heart and other conditions that helped my condition
Good
Good appt
I really like Dr. Kahwash. He is very calm, friendly and reassuring.
Our physician and nurses are outsrnsding
Staff very quick and efficient
All have been good
Brilliant physician, warm, caring, personality, complete professional
Never a bad experience with Dr. Kahwash. He listens, explains things well and really seems to care about his patients.
They are all good and the caries the best
Dr Kahwash is a great doctor.
Very knowledgeable about cardiac issues!
I got to meet a couple of prospective doctors during my visit.
Doctor explained things in great detail for me. Was very professional
Dr. Khwash is very caring, good listener, and thorough.
Always pleasant experience with Dr. Kawash
I feel like I am in incredibly competent hands with Dr Kawash especially in his specialty and understanding of Sarcoidosis
Care provider was outstanding, Dr. Kawash
Dr Kahwash could NOT be better
Great service
The receptionist was very helpful in getting a appointment that I can get you easily
Outstanding-always attentive and addresses all questions.
Took time to explain.
Professional/courteous
Very good, attentive and explained my condition completely.
Dr. Kahwash is always attentive, focused on helping to keep me healthy and, along with Dr. Augustini, is one of the greatest doctors who has ever provided care for me.
Went well
As above could not ask for a better provider. He is truly genuine caring and highly involved in care.
Ex extremely kind and patient willing to answer any and all questions
He is a top shelf physician and specialist who provided the follow through, next steps care and advice I expected. I look forward to the same care and advice for the remainder of my life.
Dr. Kahwash remembers my history; therefore I feel confident he is making correct decisions for my CHF. He explained meditation changes clearly. I feel very blessed to have him on my team.
He is the best
Good, long time paient
Very good
Very excellent
He is so kind and compassionate. He is very knowledgeable and has an excellent bedside manner. My cardiologist left OSU and I was so upset over that news. Dr. Kahwash has been wonderful caring for me. I needed someone that I could trust to take care of me and my health and he is perfect for that job if Dr. Harfi can't be. Thank you Dr. Kahwash!!
Dr Karwash is excellent !
Caring and explained my concerns and did not make me feel like I was complaining
Dr Kahwash is the best provider I have ever had, going away. He saved my life a few years ago when I had a heart attack. I have a horrible heart but he manages symptoms as well we all as could be. I compensate fully now, and by all rights I should have died years ago. Nobody is even close to his performance. Look at my records. He should get a prize for pulling me out of death's door.
Outstanding
Dr. Kawash is amazing. Incredibly knowledgeable about my history and illness. Always listens and explains everything.
They are genuine and concerned
I absolutely love the staff & doctors at OSU Ross Medical Center. They are hands down the GREATEST PEOPLE!
I was SO impressed with the doctor. He was knowledgeable about me and my case before entering the room. Called/texted colleagues on my behalf. Explained everything to me carefully and seemed to genuinely want the best care for me. Told me to contact him if I didn't get new medicine by a certain date. And since returning home, he has scheduled another test for me. I couldn't be more impressed. I've been telling people about my wonderful experience with him!
Dr. Kahwash always takes the time to explain things and answer our questions. We appreciate that!
Excellent!!!! I have been a patient of Dr. Kawash for approximately 10 years. He is very knowledgeable about my medical condition and shares all available resources with me. He is very compassionate. He listens to my concerns and allows me to make decisions regarding my care. He is the best!!!
Very good with all concerns
We loved Dr. Kuhwash. He explained everything in great detail and answered our questions and spent a lot of time with us.
Love Dr. Kahwash he is so familiar with me and my issues
My experiences with the Dr. Kahwash on this 1st visit with him was exceptionally excellent!
Saved my life years ago and still top notch care. He knows me and my history and listens.
Good visit.
Very thorough and focused on covering my issue completely.
Very kind and professional
Spent all the time I needed to answer all of my questions and concerns.
The provider was very attentive and provided insight to my heart condition.
Dr asked about my home life and remembered past issues
Always willing to talk and take my point of view into consideration. Very friendly and excellent bedside manner.
I really like Dr. Kahwash - I feel really comfortable talking to him about my health and my progress. He explains everything and I always feel good after my appointment with him.
All good
Always very polite, listens to concerns, explains everything very well. Remembers my health history .
Very good.
He is the best!!
Good
Excellent care, very good talk about future needs etc..
Very happy with how he answered any question I had. Gave answers in layman's terms.
All were good
Dr Kahwash was attentive explained how the new medicine works in my situation and took the time to let me ask any questions that needed clarification.
Very kind, excellent listener, very thorough in explanations of Echocardiogram and existing problems. Dr. Kahwash deserves a sincere hug of gratitude, but I figured that would be frowned upon. I can't say enough about him, he's a God-send!
Dr Kahwash is fantastic, very caring and knowledgeable
Always explains well
Good
Dr Kahwash is ALWAYS an excellent provider. His professionalism and friendliness is awesome. He is very knowledgeable on the sarcoidosis is excellent.
Very detailed and listen me
I like Dr Kahwash. He is an excellent Dr. He saved my life and I am very thankful for that.I would highly recomend him.
Dr. Listens to your concerns, answers questions and explains your condition and the plan for your health. It was an excellent experience.
Excellent . Top notch.