About Me
I am a surgical oncologist with a focus on treating patients with liver, gallbladder, pancreatic and neuroendocrine tumors. I serve as the surgeon-in-chief of The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. In addition to my medical degree, Master of Public Health and PhD, I also have a master’s in theological studies from Harvard Divinity School, and hold the Urban Meyer III and Shelley Meyer Chair for Cancer Research.
My approach to cancer is not only professional — it’s personal. As someone who comes from a family afflicted by cancer, I know all too well how difficult it can be to grapple with the diagnosis of cancer. I strive to deliver the best care possible in a multi-disciplinary method that fosters shared decision-making, empowerment and compassion with the patient, family and members of our cancer treatment team.
Research is critically important to me, and I’ve participated in hundreds of published studies. As a member of the Cancer Control Program at the OSUCCC – James, my research focuses on better understanding the factors associated with prognosis and staging around gastrointestinal cancers. In addition, I have an interest in studying patient-physician communication and patient engagement, as well as patient perception around goals of cancer care. I have authored or co-authored more than 700 articles in leading scientific journals, written over 50 book chapters and edited five surgical textbooks.
At the OSUCCC – James, I’m delighted to be part of a wonderful team that shares the goal of beating cancer.
Highlights
- Named to Castle Connolly's Regional Top Doctors list; "America's Top Doctors," 2011–2019
- Chair, Department of Surgery
- Professor, Department of Surgery
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Pancreatic Cancers
- Gastrointestinal Cancers
- Liver Cancers
- Neuroendocrine Tumors
- Gallbladder Cancers
- Small Intestine Cancer
Locations Where I Practice
2050 Kenny Road
Columbus, OH 43221
614-293-3890
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston, MA
8/1/1991 - 6/15/1995
Residency
University of Michigan Hospitals, Ann Arbor, MI
7/1/1995 - 6/30/2002
Fellowship
University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX
7/1/2002 - 6/30/2005
Graduate
John Hopkins University Bloomberg School Of Public Health, Baltimore, MD
7/1/2005 - 6/30/2012
Board Certification
American Board of Surgery
12/15/2015
Academic Information
My Department
Surgery
My Division
Surgical Oncology
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.
53 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Overall
4.9 out of 5
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Kept you informed about your condition and treatment
4.9 out of 5
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Amount of time spent with you
4.9 out of 5
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Concern for your questions and issues
4.9 out of 5
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Skill and knowledge
4.9 out of 5
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Overall quality of care
4.9 out of 5
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 09/29/2023, Dr. Pawlik 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.
- LSU Health Sciences Center, Shreveport
- Sidney Kimmel, Jefferson Health
Dr. Pawlik and staff are the GREATEST.
I can't say enough about how well I was treated. The surgeon explained everything, answered all my questions, treated me with utmost respect and did not rush through his time with me.
I was truly impressed by the thorough care I received & the respectful way I was treated, by all involved from the nurses to the residents to the dr. himself.
Excellent care.
Dr. Pawlik is fantastic!
Dr. Pawlik is an amazing surgeon & person. Started seeing him at Hopkins 9 years ago when he operated on me for stage 4 colon ca. He is the reason why I am alive today.
Dr Pawlick and his Resident empowered me to feel confident in out efforts regardless of the eventual outcome.