About Me
As an electrophysiologist, I treat patients with atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, supraventricular tachycardia, ventricular tachycardia and implant cardiovascular electronic implantable devices. At Ohio State, I am able to place patients at the center of my care plan, where I have access to cutting edge technology and some of the most advanced research in the field in order to ensure that patients receive the best care possible. I enjoy working in a field that is rapidly developing to meet the needs of patients with heart arrhythmia. From a research standpoint, Ohio State opens many doors to test new methods that ultimately benefit our patients.
In my free time I enjoy reading, mentoring my children, traveling with my family and exploring the world with them. I also love to give back to my community. Improving the lives of those around me allows me to feel fulfilled as a father, a husband and a doctor.
Highlights
- Associate professor of internal medicine and cardiology, 2016–present
- Published 34 papers including peer-reviewed articles and research-based manuscripts
- Published six chapters in medical textbooks
- Named to the ‘Best Doctors’ list, Columbus Business First, 2018
- First Lady Accomplishment Award recipient, 1997
- Cardiac Rehabilitation Program found, Coshocton County Memorial Hospital, 1996
Additional Languages I Speak
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Adolescent Medicine
- Arrhythmias, Cardiac
- Disease Management
- Arthritis
- Cardiovascular Diseases
- Diabetes Mellitus
- Internal Medicine
- Asthma
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Contraception
- Cardio-oncology
- Cardiac Electrophysiology
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Catheter Ablation
- Defibrillators, Implantable
- Device Removal
- Pacemaker, Artificial
- Bradycardia
- Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Devices
- Syncope
- Supraventricular Tachycardia
- Vasovagal Syncope
- Coronary Care Units
- Electric Countershock
Locations Where I Practice
2220 Timber Trail
Bellefontaine, OH 43311
937-599-6105
6700 University Boulevard
Dublin, OH 43016
614-814-7777
in Outpatient Care Dublin
6700 University Boulevard
5th Floor, Suite 5B
Dublin, OH 43016
614-293-7677
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
University of Aleppo, Mouhafaza
9/1/1983 - 6/30/1989
Residency
Ohio Valley Medical Center, Wheeling, WV
7/1/1992 - 6/30/1993
Residency
Ohio Valley Medical Center, Wheeling, WV
7/1/1993 - 6/30/1995
Fellowship
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH
7/1/2002 - 6/30/2005
Fellowship
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH
7/1/2005 - 6/30/2006
Board Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine/Cardiovascular Disease
11/7/2005
American Board of Internal Medicine/Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
11/7/2007
Academic Information
My Department
Internal Medicine
My Division
Cardiovascular Medicine
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.
252 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Overall
4.9 out of 5
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Explains Things Carefully
4.8 out of 5
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Listens Carefully
4.9 out of 5
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Gives Understandable Instructions
4.8 out of 5
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Knows My Medical History
4.8 out of 5
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Shows Respect
4.9 out of 5
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Time Spent Together
4.8 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. Houmsse has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
Good
He sat close enough to show me a diagram he had to explain my heart condition & tentative procedure.
He was very friendly and very concerned made me feel at ease
He was very confident about the procedure. He explains things so it is easy to understand.
Good
Good
Love him
Dr Houmsee is very caring and understanding. He made me feel cared for
All VERY GOOD
Nice and caring
Skilled, courteous and explained options Answered my many questions Not rushed even though he was running behind
Dr.Housmee made myself along with my wife feel @ ease, very informative and was concerned about my welfare. Made us both feel Welcomed!!
Very friendly, attentive, caring, and thorough.
I have known Dr Houmsse since 2001 and have highest respect for him and his knowledge. Excellent doctor.
Very good experience
I appreciate him as a doctor, it at times he is hard for me to understand.
The Dr has saved my life given me hope and takes very good care of me
Greatest
I feel so comfortable with Dr Houmsse and trust what he is telling me. He is very knowledgeable and thorough.
All good
He was very nice & listened to me and then explained in great detail the plans he has for me.
Knowledgeable caring and direct
Very know able and accommodating.
Goodgood
I liked the doctor very much. He was very good at explaining the details of my condition and the options for my treatment plan. I felt very good when I left about the plan we made.
Although this was the first time seeing Dr. Houmsee, I am so grateful to him for taking his time explaining my options for controlling or eliminating my Afib. He showed me through actual illustrations what has been happening to my heart over the years I've had to deal with this menace, and explained the approach he will take in order to correct the ailment. He gave me hope.
Dr Houmsse was professional, thorough and attentive.
I liked the way he treated me during my visit
Great! I have all confidence in Dr. Houmsse.
Dr. Houmsse is one of the best doctors I have EVER had! Great at what he does and I always feel heard. If he could be duplicated and replace other doctors I've had I would be so thankful.
This was my second visit with Dr. Houmse. I was impressed with him from the start. First time a serious situation. This a follow-up with good news. He is caring, patient, knowledgeable and skilled at what he does, yet humble. He was honest and straightforward with me, yet did not bull doze me. He explained what needed to be done, and we discussed his opinion as well as what I was comfortable with, and came up with a plan that worked well for me and that he was happy with. Even though I received good news he will still continue to monitor me by way of yearly check ups which makes me feel confident to know that he will still be available to me should the need arise.
Very good and informative
All good
Very happy with doctor
Very good
I felt that I was fit into a time, box and rushed out of there without full explanation of my current status
Fully described my illness and procedure to cure it
Knowledgeable friendly concerned
Dr Houmsee was very thorough, reviewed my medical situation, listened to my questions and presented a cogent and very reasonable plan of care.
Positive and encouraging about my health
No bad experiences. He was very thorough in describing the procedure I will be having
Dr Houmsse I found very personable and extremely knowledgeable regarding his field of practice. Very nice gentleman
All went well.
So far so good
Doctor is incredible, caring, treats me with respect, answers any questions. Treats myself as well as my husband as people, not just get you in and out like some doctors can do. I am very grateful to have Dr Houmsee
I was very pleased with my Doctor. He presented me with different treatments and described the treatments in a fashion that I could understand. I feel very secure in his knowledge and care
I thought very highly of Dr. Houmsse. He is an excellent doctor. He took time to listen to me and explain everything to me, and had looked at all of my medical history, before he came into the room.
Friendly, kind and very pleasant
Very thorough explanation of my condition and what we should do to care for the issue.
Excellent
Really everything was well done. Communication was very good too.
Very good! He was very knowledgeable & knew what the next steps to progress in my care should be.
Dr Houmsee was amazing. He took time to explain 2 potential procedures and discussed pros and cons of both. He made sure I understood every detail. He talked to me as yhe patient not my family in the room, he engaged with me. My family truly enjoyed a visit that was feeling very emotional walking into it. Dr Houmsee was able to answer all questions honestly and his sense of humor pit us all at ease
Enjoy feeling comfortable with him.
Kind and professional
Dr. Houmsse is the best
Explained upcoming procedures in detail
He was friendly, but also very professional. I received good advice for proceeding with my health condition.
Excellent thee best got me back up and running!
My provider was fine
Great !!!
Excellent
He was wonderful Knew history ask me questions. Answered my questions. Included my daughter I feel I clean trust him in my care
Care provider was through in his explanations and made sure I understood the logic behind my treatment plan and future directions
Thought it took a while between nurse/assistant and provider showing up, he came through door with a positive greeting and visit stayed high energy level throughout, excellent visit
Spent a great deal of time with me and ran additional tests to make sure that I receive proper care.
Excellent
Visit was good
Dr. Houmsse also is excellent to deal with. He is a real credit to the OSU Medical Center and the Ross Heart Hospital. Don't lose him. I definitely need him as my cardiologist because of my heart.
Very goodexselent
Wonderful bedside manner!
Very knowledgeable about my history and concerned about how I'm doing.
The Dr. Is awesome, his manner is comforting. He's throughtful and considerate, I've have 100% confidence in Dr. Houmsse
Knowledgeable friendly answered all questions
All good
He was very good and respectful.
Dr. Houmssee is one of the best physicians I have ever seen and the entire cardiac MD staff is fantastic. Every doctor that has cared for me and my heart issues has been of the very highest quality of care.
GOOD
Got to know me
He was very informative and helpful and explained in detail about what avenue I would need to try.
Knowledgeable and helpful
Excellent
Out standing
Attentive, thoughtful & concerned
Doctor gave me detailed, helpful information about my condition.
He was very good
I trust my life with him
All good.
Doctor was very knowledgeable and looked up my history at the care providers in my home town area and came back with further suggestions
Highly quified