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Arun Gowdamarajan

Arun Gowdamarajan, MD

Colon and Rectal Surgery

Accepting New Patients

Ages Seen

  • Teenagers
  • Adults

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

About

Certifications

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Regions

Provider Organizations

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Locations

  1. Community Physician Network, Colon and Rectal Care
    • 7430 North Shadeland Avenue, Suite 200, Indianapolis, IN 46250
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    Expertise

    Education

    American Board of Colon/Rectal Surgery

    Board Certification

    Grant Medical Center-Ohio Health

    Fellowship, Colon & Rectal Surgery, 2004

    Ohio State University

    Residency, General Surgery, 2002

    Ohio State University

    Internship, 1995

    University of Missouri-Kansas City, School of Medicine

    Medical School, Medicine, MD, 1994

    Ratings & Comments

    4.8 of 5 stars

    Provider Rating (136 reviews, 60 comments)

    All patient experience ratings and comments are submitted by Community Health Network patients through post-care surveys. Only surveys administered by Community Health Network are displayed and reviews are anonymous to ensure privacy. Not all reviews submitted from patients included a comment.

    Listened Carefully
    Average provider Listened Carefully rating 4.4 out of 5 stars
    Explained Things Clearly
    Average provider Explained Things Clearly rating 4.5 out of 5 stars
    Addressed Concerns
    Average provider Addressed Concerns rating 4.5 out of 5 stars
    Spent Enough Time
    Average provider Spent Enough Time rating 4.4 out of 5 stars
    Showed Courtesy & Respect
    Average provider Showed Courtesy & Respect rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
    Involved in Care Decisions
    Average provider Involved in Care Decisions rating 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/9/2024

      He is very knowledgeable and takes time to listen to my concerns.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/14/2024

      Good rapport with me as a patient.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/6/2024

      I felt comfortable talking to him and feel confident that he will help me with my future health needs.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/2/2024

      Dr. Gowdamarajan was very thorough in reviewing my health records and discussing my symptoms. He listened intently as I spoke. Both he and his nurse made me feel comfortable and cared for.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/31/2024

      Dr. G. has taken excellent care of me for over 10 years. He has helped me get back into remission after two major flare-ups. I am so grateful to him and his staff for their continued kindness and attention.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/31/2024

      He listens to your concerns

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/26/2024

      He is a 100% professional and very humane doctor with all my heart. I have no way to thank him for everything he did for me since in another hospital they did not reject him.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/26/2024

      Dr. Gowdamarajan is very attentive, concerned and caring. I appreciate how he takes time to consider all my needs and address them accordingly.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/21/2024

      He always listen & is so kind.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/1/2023

      Friendly and supportive. Good listener.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/1/2023

      He is very concerned about his patients welfare.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/17/2023

      He always explains everything he is doing

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/7/2023

      he is wonderful

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/5/2023

      Everyone was very kind and helpful.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/5/2023

      He was very personal amd understanding. A good listener and good bedside manner. He made an embarrassing exam easy.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/28/2023

      No issues at all

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/25/2023

      Expedient, answered my questions and more importantly, always had a friendly demeanor! The staff provided excellent service!!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/20/2023

      I am a Veteran and part of The VA's Community Care Out patient care; Dr. G. was excellent as the Specialist referred with in the Indianapolis regional area.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/29/2023

      He was very gentle and was explaining everything step by step .

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/3/2023

      He is awesome. I like him and trust him.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/1/2023

      I’m so blessed to have this wonderful, kind, intelligent man as my Dr. He has literally saved me from dying of colon cancer. I’m very grateful to Dr. G

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/27/2023

      Dr. Gowdamarajan is kind, considerate, caring and most of all, he gives me the truth about my issue(s). That is so very appreciated -- I want to know the raw truth so that I can prepare myself for whatever has to be done and have genuine expectations about my care.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/25/2023

      He carefully listened to my problem and reacted appropriately to access and diagnose my problem and prescribed a medication to take care of it.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/23/2023

      Dr was concern and caring. All in all, was great.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/8/2023

      He explains most things so you can understand and very friendly and he listens and hears me

      1 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/7/2023

      Doctor left me waiting for an hour before even speaking with me. Finally the nurse says it time to start the exam but I needed to use the restroom. I am out within a moment then the nurse and doctor left me to lay bent over the table for 10 minutes with no information on how long I was going to be waiting.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/6/2023

      Dr. Gowdamarajan was very straightforward and took the time to explain and answer questions.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/6/2023

      He was very gentle with me, and him, and his nurse put me at ease. Very nice people

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/31/2023

      As I stated before, Dr Arun Gowdamarajan's has very good doctor -patient relations. He doesn't believe in unnecessary risky surgeries.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/28/2023

      Well he told me something that I didn't know and I like the results

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/25/2023

      Dr.Gowdamarajan is a caring , knowledgeable physician. Willing to listen and address my concerns when I have them

      4 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/20/2023

      Hard to rate the Doc after one visit

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/7/2023

      He listened to me about my concerns

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/20/2023

      Very professional. Listens and seems caring.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/14/2023

      Dr. Gowdamarajan took so much of his time talking with me about my situation. He explained everything to me, and answered all my questions! He was very kind and I appreciate his knowledge, his ability and willingness to make sure I understood my situation! I’m very impressed with him and his nurse Mariah!!!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/10/2023

      Loved it made me feel at ease.

      4 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/8/2022

      Good

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/5/2022

      Everyone was nice, friendly and professionally

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/3/2022

      Dr Gowdamarajan listened to my question and concern. He responded with an explanation that I understood and with a common-sense treatment.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/21/2022

      Dr. Gowdamarajan is great practitioner with strong expertise in his field and excellent patient care.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/14/2022

      Caring and focused

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/4/2022

      Very professional and personable. Funny and easy to communicate with.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/16/2022

      Excellent

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/16/2022

      He takes his time and is personable.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/21/2022

      LIke his sense of humor

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/16/2022

      It had been a while since I had seen him and he remembered me!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/7/2022

      He listened to my concerns and I didn’t feel like I was just a number

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/29/2022

      Very professional,compassionate,informative

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/22/2022

      Dr. G as he likes to be called is outstanding and caring and patient with you

      1 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/18/2022

      Dr didnt seam interested in helping me. Did see fit to order any xrays, ct's or MRI'S to see where the pain was coming from. He was a total asshole!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/17/2022

      Dr. Gowdamarajan is very approachable and real! We discussed my care of course, and he always describes what is needed in an easy to understand way. Next thing you know, we were talking about high school sports for my kids and his track and field team in high school! Great doctor!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/17/2022

      Dr G always talked to me in a way that I was able to understand and concern

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/17/2022

      He seems to care. I like him.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/10/2022

      Listens, knowledge and skills

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/17/2022

      Dr G treats you with kindness and respect. He assures your comfort. And he listens.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/27/2022

      Relates on a personal level.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/24/2022

      I believe he empathizes with me and provides best medical care.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/7/2022

      Dr. Gowdamarajan, is a great physician

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/6/2022

      Dr. Gowdamarajan is tops in his field! You can't do better anywhere in Indy or central Indiana. He provides you with the real options and information about your care and always answers your questions.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/4/2022

      He is the best!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/21/2021

      Very professional, suggested various ways to help, took time to listen

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/13/2021

      He is very knowledgeable.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/30/2021

      Dr. Gowdamarajan and his staff were extremely friendly and compassionate about my care. I felt very comfortable with them handling my ailments.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/28/2021

      Dr. Gowdamarajan takes the type to listen to your medical issues.

      3 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/28/2021

      I did everything to not cry during my second visit. It was odd that he patted me on the back during/immediately after the exam. I'm probably just extra sensitive but it seemed like an odd thing to do.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/17/2021

      He’s very direct and I appreciate that. Always has data to support decisions and is easy to talk to about colon health.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/7/2021

      Kind, respectful, and compassionate

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/4/2021

      Dr. G. Always takes the time to listen to my concerns. He is gentle and compassionate.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/13/2021

      He was direct with his answers , very pleasant

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/5/2021

      Dr. Gowdamarajan is an incredible doctor and very caring he is just an amazing Dr.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/5/2021

      I would highly recommend Dr. Gowdamarajan.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/5/2021

      Listens, empathetic, good sense of humor.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/13/2021

      Dr.G. is always willing to answer questions and share his knowledge.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/2/2021

      Very down to earth, spoke concisely about plan and coarse of action. Very happy.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/31/2021

      Dr. Gowdamarajan very professional and caring physician.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/31/2021

      He is an exceptional doctor who truly knows what he is doing and does it with care, precision, and professionalism.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/26/2021

      He is very nice and answers questions. A ittle rushed sometimes, but that is natural for a doctor. No complaints.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/10/2021

      He made a potentially awkward appointment very comfortable and easy.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/7/2021

      It doesn't get any better than Dr. Gowdamarajan as far as I'm concerned ! Great doctor and a even greater person !

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/27/2021

      He is very knowledgeable, patient, never rushed and does a great job.

      1 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/25/2021

      Not a fan, felt brushed off and like my visit was not taken serious. I am not a professional but the recommendation was not helpful and felt I could have been given a little more time

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/23/2021

      He never hurt me and was very fast and professional with me.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/12/2021

      Kind, gentle and explained everything thoroughly.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/27/2021

      Like I said before for Dr. Gowdamarajan to communicate with Hancock Regional to tell them how to stabilize me to transfer me to Community North and then do emergency surgery on Memorial Day at 10 p.m. at night makes him stand out as a great doctor.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/17/2021

      Very personable and caring. Given the sensitive issue at hand, Dr Gowdamarajan made me feel completely at ease and eliminated my natural embarrassment.

      4 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/17/2021

      Always a great doctor that works with you to fix the problem

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/14/2021

      Very professional, friendly, and efficient.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/10/2021

      He is up front and honest.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/4/2021

      As I said before he was very friendly and sympathic to my problems and is a good listener!!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/2/2021

      Extremely compassionate, attentive, respectful. Connected well with my 87-year-old mother who is facing a very difficult challenge.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/22/2021

      Super

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/20/2021

      Dr. Gowdamarajan listens, cares and clearly explains options. He is simply excellent!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/1/2021

      Professional and compassionate

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/20/2021

      I had to wait awhile, but I have worked in a physician office and I know how the schedule can run behind. I appreciate a physician who takes time with his/her patients. I always take something to read or something to do while I wait. Dr. G was very knowledgeable about my case, answered my questions, and also has a sense of humor which i always like. He was worth waiting for!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/12/2021

      He is definitely a 10

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/7/2021

      He is a super start..made me feel comfortable and help with my stress

      4 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/30/2021

      Very honest and up front with my concerns

      3 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/27/2021

      I didn’t feel like he really listened to me. Then after my procedure, I had a complication and he seemed to care more about NOT sending me to the ER than my own well being. What doctor recommends his patient to not go to the ER after being knocked unconscious?

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/27/2021

      Yes you may use the following: I wish there was a number higher than a "10" because a "10" just doesn't get it ! Dr. Gowdamarajan deserves a number way higher than that ! Dr. Gowdamarajan is obviously highly intelligent, professional, caring, sincere, very calming, and he listens intently to what I have to say then we go on from there. And, he is extremely good at making sure that I understand everything that we are talking about, unlike some others that I have dealt with in the past. Calming? I can't really describe it, but each time he comes in just before the procedure to speak with me............well, as soon as I see him and hear his voice "I KNOW EVERYTHING IS GOING TO BE ALRIGHT"! At that moment I'm totally at ease ! I have the utmost trust and respect for Dr. Gowdamarajan! P.S. If Dr. Gowdamarajan were, for any reason to leave Community, I would be gone also!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/21/2021

      Very pleasant and polite.