Rami Kahwash, MD
Physician, Professor
Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology, Cardiovascular Disease
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614-293-7677Conditions and expertise
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypercholesterolemia
- Coronary Care Units
- Cardiovascular Diseases
- Heart Transplantation
- Heart-Assist Devices
Locations
- Ambulatory Care Center in Richard M. Ross Heart Hospital
- Heart and Vascular in Outpatient Care New Albany
Academics and research
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.
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
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Credentials
Education
- Fellowship - Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology
- The 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, United States
7/1/2004 - 6/30/2007 - Residency - Internal Medicine
- University Of Kentucky Hospital, Lexington, KY, United States
7/1/2001 - 6/30/2003 - Internship - Internal Medicine
- University Of Kentucky Hospital, Lexington, KY, United States
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
Academics and research
My research interests focus on the area of cardiac resynchronization therapy and mechanical assist device for treatment of advanced heart failure.
Research interests
- Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy
- Treatment of Advanced Heart Failure
Academic information
- Department:
- Internal Medicine
- Division:
- Cardiovascular Medicine
More about my research
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.
86 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 Rami 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
Great
Dr. Kawash has always provided information to me regarding my condition in terms that are understandable. He is very kind and compassionate and has assured me that my care plan for my condition has proven to be successful. I always feel free to ask any question(s) or present any concern(s) I may have.
Dr Karwash is a wonderful provider he listens to what I have to say and explains everything in a way that I can understand.
He was very professional very attentive to what I ask and very, very informative
Great
Dr Kawash always takes time to explain the rational behind a suggestion for my care as well as keeping me abreast of newer developments for my standard of care.
Kind and considerate
We have a multi year relationship
An excellent visit with a provider that was well prepared and had reviewed my medical history.
Absolutely wonderful came in fully aware of my scripts and ready to go with a plan
Rami is the best
Good. Very up to date on my condition
Very helpful and concerned about my well being
Dr Kawash was aware of my typical daily exercise and what I might do in terms of my current issues. He is genuinely interested in what I have to say and explains all his findings fully.
Checked on how I was doing and checked my vitals. He made sure that I was feeling well and discussed future therapy to help my heart and well being.
Professional
Through.
Very good friendly staff
Awesome