Susan Koletar

Susan Koletar, MD

  • Infectious Disease
  • Physician

Clinical Professor of Internal Medicine

Insurances We Accept

614-293-4854

About Me

I am a board-certified infectious disease physician at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. I specialize in diagnosing and treating patients with complex infectious diseases, including HIV and other immunocompromising conditions.

My patients can rely on me for high-quality, compassionate care and honest communication in every encounter. I collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of skilled experts to ensure each patient receives personalized care tailored to their unique needs and values.

In addition to my clinical responsibilities, I am passionate about educating and mentoring the next generation of providers. I am a clinical professor of Internal Medicine and director of the Division of Infectious Diseases at The Ohio State University College of Medicine.
Highlights
  • Rated in the top 10 percent of physicians in the nation for patient satisfaction, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017
  • Named to Castle Connolly's Regional Top Doctors list
  • Best Doctor in America, 2017

Procedures and Conditions I Treat

  • HIV

Locations Where I Practice

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

Education and Training

Education History

Medical School

West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV
8/1/1979 - 5/1/1983

Residency

Charleston Area Medical Center, Charleston, WV
7/1/1983 - 6/1/1986

Fellowship

Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH
7/1/1986 - 6/1/1988

Board Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine
9/16/1987

American Board of Internal Medicine/Infectious Disease
11/1/1988

Academic Information

My Department

Internal Medicine

My Division

Infectious Diseases

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.

38 Patient Satisfaction Reviews

  • Overall
    4.9 out of 5
  • Explains Things Carefully
    5.0 out of 5
  • Listens Carefully
    5.0 out of 5
  • Gives Understandable Instructions
    5.0 out of 5
  • Knows My Medical History
    5.0 out of 5
  • Shows Respect
    5.0 out of 5
  • Time Spent Together
    5.0 out of 5
  • Reviewed on Sep 09, 2025

    I've been a patient of Dr Koltar for 20 some years she is the best of the best .

  • Reviewed on Sep 07, 2025

    Dr Koletar has been advising on my condition for approximately 14 years. She always spends ample time during our visits, explains scientific concepts in a way that's easy for me to understand, and asks my opinion regarding decisions about my treatment. I couldn't be happier with her.

  • Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025

    Dr K is phenomenal

  • Reviewed on Jun 23, 2025

    All good she's the best!

  • Reviewed on May 25, 2025

    Couldn't ask for a better physician

  • Reviewed on Apr 21, 2025

    Love dr koletar

  • Reviewed on Apr 06, 2025

    I regard Dr. Koletar highly. She is my favorite doctor.

  • Reviewed on Nov 24, 2024

    Dr Kolatar, is a recognized Specialist in her field, and I have the privilege of having her Care since the original diagnosis!! Very Grateful

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. Koletar 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.

  • National Institutes of Health

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