Summary

Dr. Rami Kahwash is a cardiovascular disease specialist who also practices family medicine, bringing nearly three decades of experience to his patient care. He earned his medical degree from the University of Damascus Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Kentucky Affiliated Hospitals in 2001. Dr. Kahwash pursued advanced fellowship training in cardiovascular medicine at the University of Kentucky Hospital in 2004, followed by specialized heart failure fellowship training at Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center in 2008. He maintains board certification in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine and communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Kahwash practices at The Richard M Ross Heart Hospital and sees patients at locations in Westerville and Columbus, Ohio. His expertise focuses on treating heart failure, cardiomyopathy, and high blood pressure. He performs essential cardiac procedures including electrocardiograms to monitor heart rhythm and transthoracic echocardiograms to evaluate heart function. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.8, reflecting their confidence in his comprehensive cardiac care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 29 years of experience
  • 47 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Heart Failure: Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Rami Kahwash has 2 locations

Ohio State Outpatient Care New Albany

6100 N Hamilton RdWesterville, OH 43081
Mon5:30 am - 9:30 pm
Tue5:30 am - 9:30 pm
Wed5:30 am - 9:30 pm
Thu5:30 am - 9:30 pm
Fri5:30 am - 9:30 pm
Sat7:30 am - 7:30 pm
Sun7:30 am - 7:30 pm

Ohio State Richard M. Ross Heart Hospital

452 W 10th AveColumbus, OH 43210

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Westerville , OHColumbus , OHWesterville , OHColumbus , OH
Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Med Damascus Syria Med School: The Ohio State University Med School: The Ohio State University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Rami Kahwash

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Buckeye Health Plan - Medicaid
  • Buckeye Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CareSource
  • CareSource - Medicaid
  • CareSource - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Empire Plan
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicaid
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MediGold
  • MediGold - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • OhioHealthy
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • OSU Health Plan
  • Paramount Healthcare
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Valor Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Rami Kahwash has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Rami Kahwash has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Family Medicine
  • Internal Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

29 Years Experience

Rami Kahwash holds an active medical license in the state of Ohio. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Ohio that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Heart Failure: Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center in 2008 and Cardiovascular Medicine: University of Kentucky Hospital in 2004.

Residency

Completed their residency at University of Kentucky Affiliated Hospitals in 2001.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Damascus Faculty Of Med Damascus Syria, University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine in 1997, and Damascus Univ - Syria in 1997.

NPI Number

Rami Kahwash's NPI number is 1053515718.

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Rami Kahwash speaks English.
Where is Rami Kahwash's office located?
Rami Kahwash's office is located at 6100 N Hamilton Rd, Westerville, OH, 43081.
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