Somashekar Krishna

Somashekar Krishna, MD, MPH

  • Gastroenterology
  • Physician

Clinical Professor of Internal Medicine

Accepting new patients

Insurances We Accept

614-293-6255

About Me

As a Professor of Medicine and Director of Advanced Endoscopy at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, I specialize in advanced endoscopic procedures, including endoscopic ultrasound, confocal laser endomicroscopy, and novel ablative techniques for pancreatic cystic lesions. In addition, I perform ERCP, luminal stent placement, and endoscopic mucosal resection. My clinical practice primarily focuses on managing patients with pancreatic diseases and gastrointestinal cancers.

I am passionate about translational science and advanced endoscopy. My research centers on improving the early diagnosis and risk stratification of pancreatic cystic lesions, with a particular focus on intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasms (IPMNs). I lead several clinical trials, including the CLIMB multicenter study on confocal endomicroscopy for pancreatic cyst evaluation and the ERASE trial on EUS-guided radiofrequency ablation for IPMNs.

As a physician-scientist, I find it incredibly rewarding to contribute to clinical research while providing cutting-edge procedural expertise. I'm honored to be part of a dynamic multidisciplinary team at Ohio State's Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition Department, where we strive to advance patient care through innovative approaches.

Highlights
  • Secured NIH/NCI R01 funding for AI-guided differentiation of pancreatic cysts
  • Published over 230 peer-reviewed articles, including in prestigious journals like NEJM and Gastroenterology
  • Authored chapters in Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine (21st and upcoming 22nd editions)
  • Recipient of the 2024 National Pancreatic Foundation Innovation in Science Award
  • Named to Castle Connolly's Regional Top Doctors list
  • Editorial board member for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (GIE) since 2016
  • Fellow of the American Gastroenterological Association, American College of Gastroenterology, and American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
Additional Languages I Speak
  • Hindi

Procedures and Conditions I Treat

  • Gallstones
  • Choledocholithiasis
  • Advanced Endoscopy
  • Pancreatitis
  • Biliary Tract Diseases
  • Pancreatic Cyst
  • Pancreatic Diseases
  • Pancreatic Cancers
  • Colonoscopy
  • Gastrointestinal Cancers
  • Cholangiopancreatography, Endoscopic Retrograde

Locations Where I Practice

Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.

Education and Training

Education History

Medical School

Bangalore Medical College, Bengaluru, Karnataka
7/1/1992 - 2/22/1999

Graduate

University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL
8/1/1998 - 6/4/2000

Internship

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, AR
12/1/2000 - 11/30/2001

Residency

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, AR
12/1/2001 - 11/30/2003

Fellowship

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, AR
7/1/2008 - 6/30/2011

Fellowship

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX
7/1/2011 - 6/30/2012

Board Certification

American Board of Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology
10/3/2012

Academic Information

My Department

Internal Medicine

My Division

Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition

More About My Work

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.

75 Patient Satisfaction Reviews

  • Overall
    4.9 out of 5
  • Explains Things Carefully
    5.0 out of 5
  • Listens Carefully
    4.9 out of 5
  • Gives Understandable Instructions
    4.9 out of 5
  • Knows My Medical History
    4.9 out of 5
  • Shows Respect
    4.9 out of 5
  • Time Spent Together
    4.9 out of 5
  • Reviewed on Jan 17, 2025

    Excellent at explaining everything

  • Reviewed on Dec 27, 2024

    Dr. Very knowledgeable and covered what to expect.etc..

  • Reviewed on Oct 25, 2024

    Took time to explain things and gave options

  • Reviewed on Aug 09, 2024

    Explain things and answered all my questions. Did not feel rushed.

  • Reviewed on Jul 12, 2024

    Provider and assistant very knowledgeable

  • Reviewed on Jul 08, 2024

    The best.

  • Reviewed on May 24, 2024

    Dr K is fantastic

  • Reviewed on May 10, 2024

    He was excellent. Very informative, understood the reason to not wait for treatment to begin sooner than later.

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. Krishna has reported no relationships with companies or entities.

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