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
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Heartburn
- Barrett's Esophagus
- Gastroscopy
- Abdominal Hernia
- Abdominal Wall
- Appendicitis
- Gallbladder Diseases
- Weight Loss
- Bariatric Surgery
- Biliary Tract Diseases
- Hernia Repair
- Ventral Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Hiatal Hernia
- Diaphragmatic Hernia
- Umbilical Hernia
- Cholangiopancreatography, Endoscopic Retrograde
- Gastric Acid Reflux Disease
- Esophageal Achalasia
- Cholecystitis
- Choledocholithiasis
- Digestive System Diseases
- Gallbladder Cancers
- Lipoma
- Pancreatic Cancers
- General Surgery
- Robotics
- Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures
Locations Where I Practice
1800 Zollinger Road
Columbus, OH 43221
614-293-2920
915 Olentangy River Road
Columbus, OH 43212
614-293-9431
2050 Kenny Road
Columbus, OH 43221
614-293-3890
410 W. 10th Ave.
Columbus, OH 43210
614-293-8000
in Eye and Ear Institute
915 Olentangy River Road
2nd Floor Suite 2140
Columbus, OH 43212
614-293-8566
in Martha Morehouse Outpatient Care
2050 Kenny Road
Concourse Suite 1222
Columbus, OH 43221
614-366-6675
in Outpatient Care Upper Arlington
1800 Zollinger Road
3rd Floor East
Columbus, OH 43221
614-293-2920
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.
82 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Overall
4.8 out of 5
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Explains Things Carefully
4.9 out of 5
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Listens Carefully
4.9 out of 5
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Gives Understandable Instructions
4.9 out of 5
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Knows My Medical History
4.7 out of 5
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Shows Respect
5.0 out of 5
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Time Spent Together
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 09/30/2024, Dr. Narula 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.
- Medtronic
- Advanced Medical Solutions
Impressed with the surgeon's knowledge, concern, ability to expedite surgery. I felt in very good hands and was glad to have been referred to him.
When I worked as a social worker for over 25 years, treating people with dignity and respect came easily for me because my parents role modeled treating everyone with dignity and respect. Dr Nurula did not treat me in this manner. He made minimal eye contact and had a flat affect throughout the visit and was generally unpleasant. He also behaved in an unprofessional manner. For example, he didn't even have me sit on the exam table when he was examining my hernias. I felt sort of violated having to stand up from a side chair, drop my pants, and then get poked. When my gynecologist needs me to disrobe for an examination, the assistant gets me set up on the table with an appropriate gown or sheet before the doctor even comes in.
Can't say enough good things. Made me comfortable, explained my situation and what could be done. Definitely left feeling I was in his capable hands.
OSU always does an outstanding job! Everyone in my family & my friends all had wonderful experiences!
All good
Very Thorough. Took his time to really listen to me
Always very courteous and conscientious. I feel he's very knowledgeable.
Very nice
He is a really good and knowledgeable surgeon in his field.
Dr. Narula was very thorough, he explained everything to me, worked with me to get next available surgery appointment and he answered my questions without hesitation.
Very good
Thorough. Really knew his subject.
Very good
He was very attentive to my needs. He was friendly and put my mind at ease. He explained my upcoming procedure clearly and answered all my questions. Best experience ever with OSU
All good
Excellent
Courteous, knowable, and straight forward
Dr Narula addressed all my questions. He did not rush.
Easy to talk to , concerned, caring, honest
Very knowledgeable and explained options and procedures in an understandable manor.
I found Dr. Narula to be very thorough.
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.
Excellent and very great advice and counsel
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
My health care provider answered all my questions. Good job
He was excellent at explaining my procedure & taking my concerns into consideration. He made me feel at ease about my upcoming surgery.
Very professional and nice
All great
Outstanding
Saw need to schedule tests for problems. However disregarded initial simple tests in favor of more invasive procedures. Did not offer any intermediate advice to deal with pain or dietary advice while awaiting tests.
All good