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Hagop Mekhjian, MD, Gastroenterology, Columbus, OH

HagopSMekhjianMDMD,FACP,FACG,FAGA

Gastroenterology Columbus, OH

Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Senior Associate Vice President, Health Sciences at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center Professor of Medicine

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  • Office

    2184 Graves Hall
    333 W 10th Ave
    Columbus, OH 43210
    Phone+1 614-293-4370
    Fax+1 614-366-7702

Summary

  • Dr. Hagop Mekhjian is a distinguished gastroenterologist based in Columbus, OH, with a subspecialty in Inflammatory Bowel Disease. He completed his medical education at the American University of Beirut and pursued further training at prestigious institutions such as the Lahey Clinic and Mayo Clinic. Dr. Mekhjian is currently a Professor Emeritus of Internal Medicine at The Ohio State University Hospital East and has held various physician roles at OSU Wexner Medical Center and The OSUCCC - James. His expertise includes inflammatory bowel disease, ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, and endoscopic tumor ablation therapy. His research contributions have been published in reputable journals and cited numerous times, highlighting his impact on medical quality and healthcare management. Dr. Mekhjian has been recognized with several awards, including the Distinguished Program Contribution Award and the Alumni Outstanding Teaching Award.

Education & Training

  • Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science (Rochester)
    Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science (Rochester)Residency, Internal Medicine, 1967 - 1969
  • University of Cincinnati Medical Center/College of Medicine
    University of Cincinnati Medical Center/College of MedicineResidency, Internal Medicine, 1966 - 1967
  • Lahey Clinic
    Lahey ClinicFellowship, Gastroenterology, 1965 - 1966
  • American University of Beirut Faculty of Medicine
    American University of Beirut Faculty of MedicineClass of 1962
  • American University of Beirut
    American University of BeirutB.A., 1958

Certifications & Licensure

  • CA State Medical License
    CA State Medical License 1975 - Present
  • OH State Medical License
    OH State Medical License 1970 - 2026
  • FL State Medical License
    FL State Medical License 2001 - 2018
  • VT State Medical License
    VT State Medical License 1970 - 2002
  • NY State Medical License
    NY State Medical License 1970 - 1992
  • Internal Medicine
    American Board of Internal Medicine Internal Medicine
  • Gastroenterology
    American Board of Internal Medicine Gastroenterology

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Distinguished Program Contribution Award The Ohio State University School of Public Health, Master of Health Administration Program, 2012
  • CMS Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification EpicCare Ambulatory EMR, Epic Systems Corporation, 2012-2013
  • Honorary Membership in The Alumni Society The Ohio State University Graduate Program in Health Services Management and Policy, 2006
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Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • Building Bridges Between Medicine and Management  
    Loebs SF, Fields A, Mekhjian HS, Thomas A., Journal of Health Administration Education, 2011
  • Clinical-Application of Peptide Radio Receptor-Binding Kinetics  
    O’Dorisio TM, Martin EW, Wray DA, Hinkle GH, Olson J, Kafity AA, Woltering EA, Thurston MO, Mekhjian HS, Chen F, O’Dorisio MS., Regulatory Peptides, 7/1992
  • Corticosteroids Inhibit VIP-Induced Secretion in Rat Colon In-Vitro  
    Walker JG, Young JJ, Mekhjian HS, Woltering EA, O’Dorisio TM, Digestion, 1990
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Press Mentions

  • Decades of Leadership Experience Prove Vital in the State’s Fight Against COVID-19
    Decades of Leadership Experience Prove Vital in the State’s Fight Against COVID-19January 19th, 2022

Professional Memberships

Other Languages

  • Armenian, Arabic