Rana Naous, MD
Physician, Associate Professor
Clinical Pathology, Laboratory Medicine, Cytopathology, Hematopathology
Conditions and expertise
- Pathology
Locations
- The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
Academic information
Department: Pathology
About
- Gender
- Female
- Additional languages
- Arabic
Biography
I am a board-certified pathologist at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, specializing in Bone and Soft tissue pathology and Cytopathology. I diagnose complex diseases by examining cells and tissues, playing a critical role in guiding patient treatment plans.
I collaborate with clinical teams to ensure accurate and timely diagnoses that support personalized care. My training includes fellowships at Cleveland Clinic and SUNY Upstate Medical University, and I am fluent in English and Arabic.
In addition to my clinical responsibilities, I contribute to pathology education and research as a faculty member in the Department of Pathology at The Ohio State University College of Medicine.
Conditions and expertise
- Pathology
Locations
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Credentials
Education
- Fellowship - Hematopathology
- SUNY Upstate Medical University, Syracuse, NY, United States
7/1/2016 - 6/30/2017 - Fellowship - Cytopathology
- SUNY Upstate Medical University, Syracuse, NY, United States
7/1/2015 - 6/30/2016 - Fellowship - Pathology
- Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, OH, United States
7/1/2014 - 6/1/2015 - Residency - Pathology
- University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Cleveland, OH
7/1/2010 - 6/30/2014 - Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- American University of Beirut, Beirut, Lebanon
8/9/2004 - 6/6/2008
Certifications
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American Board of Pathology Hematopathology
9/25/2017 -
American Board of Pathology/Cytopathology
8/31/2016 -
American Board of Pathology/Anatomic & Clinical
7/31/2014
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. Naous has reported no relationships with companies or entities.