Vimal Narula

Vimal Narula, MD

  • General Surgery
  • Physician

Professor of Surgery

Accepting new patients

Insurances We Accept

614-293-3230

About Me

As a general and gastrointestinal surgeon, my focus is on minimally invasive surgery and surgical endoscopy. I perform a variety of procedures and enjoy meeting patients and participating in their treatment.

I encourage my patients to be aware of and remain active participants in their own care. This simple but important step can greatly improve their outcome, health and lifestyle.

In addition to clinical work, I am interested in many areas of research. This helps me to learn better ways to address the concerns of my patients. My research interests include minimally invasive surgery, surgical endoscopy, hernia and biliary disease.

I am part of a world-class professional team dedicated to excellent health care. The outstanding faculty and staff I work with each day are among the many things I enjoy about working at Ohio State.

After hours, I love to travel, read and attend Ohio State football games.
Highlights
  • Associate Director – Clinical Affairs, Center for Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • Co-Director, Advanced Therapeutic Endoscopy & Gastrointestinal Surgery Fellowship
  • Fellow, American College of Surgeons
Additional Languages I Speak
  • Hindi
  • Spanish

Procedures and Conditions I Treat

  • Hernia, Abdominal
  • Abdominal Wall
  • Gallbladder Diseases
  • Bariatric Surgery
  • Herniorrhaphy
  • Hernia, Ventral
  • Hernia, Inguinal
  • Hernia, Hiatal
  • Hernia, Diaphragmatic
  • Hernia, Umbilical
  • Cholangiopancreatography, Endoscopic Retrograde
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux
  • Esophageal Achalasia
  • Cholecystitis
  • Choledocholithiasis
  • Digestive System Diseases
  • Gallbladder Cancers
  • Lipoma
  • Pancreatic Cancers
  • General Surgery
  • Robotics
  • Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures

Locations Where I Practice

Plastic Surgery

in Eye and Ear Institute
915 Olentangy River Road
2nd Floor Suite 2140
Columbus, OH 43212
614-293-8566

Bariatric Surgery

in Martha Morehouse Outpatient Care
2050 Kenny Road
Concourse Suite 1222
Columbus, OH 43221
614-366-6675

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

Education and Training

Education History

Medical School

Marshall University School of Medicine, Huntington, WV
8/1/1995 - 5/30/1999

Internship

Marshall University School of Medicine, Huntington, WV
7/1/1999 - 6/30/2000

Residency

Marshall University School of Medicine, Huntington, WV
7/1/2000 - 6/30/2005

Board Certification

American Board of Surgery
10/28/2008

Academic Information

My Department

Surgery

My Division

General and Gastrointestinal Surgery

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
    4.9 out of 5
  • Listens Carefully
    4.9 out of 5
  • Gives Understandable Instructions
    4.9 out of 5
  • Knows My Medical History
    4.7 out of 5
  • Shows Respect
    5.0 out of 5
  • Time Spent Together
    4.9 out of 5
  • Reviewed on Jul 28, 2024

    Dr Narula addressed all my questions. He did not rush.

  • Reviewed on Jul 24, 2024

    Easy to talk to , concerned, caring, honest

  • Reviewed on Jul 23, 2024

    Very knowledgeable and explained options and procedures in an understandable manor.

  • Reviewed on Jul 02, 2024

    I found Dr. Narula to be very thorough.

  • Reviewed on Jul 02, 2024

    He was amazing! I can't say enough good things about Dr Narula!! He completed 2 procedures for me and I saw him for my post op follow up. He was to the point on the important matters but also very kind.

  • Reviewed on May 10, 2024

    Excellent and very great advice and counsel

  • Reviewed on Mar 24, 2024

    Friendly, knowledgeable and courteous He is real experienced providers that is confident in his abilities to resolve any medical issues and concerns. I look forward in see him again

  • Reviewed on Mar 10, 2024

    My health care provider answered all my questions. Good job

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. Narula has reported no relationships with companies or entities.

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