Dr. Douglas M. Levin, Gastroenterologist
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Dr. Douglas M. Levin

Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology

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410 W 10th Ave Columbus OH, 43210
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My practice is internal medicine with a focus in gastroenterology, liver disease, hepatitis and especially fatty liver disease. I graduated with a degree in medicine almost 50 years ago. I am still ve ...

Education and Training

NYU Grossman School of Medicine medical degree 1969

Board Certification

American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM)

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM

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Dr. Douglas M. Levin's Expert Contributions
  • How do you flush out gallstones?

    You may not be able to flush out gallstones. A medication called ursodeoxycholic acid may dissolve the stones if they are tiny and are not calcified, and are so-called cholesterol stones. So-called pigment stones and brown pigment stones cannot be dissolved or flushed out. If you have no symptoms, you may never require treatment. READ MORE

  • Bloody stool?

    You should contact your doctor, especially if you have not had a recent colonoscopy. READ MORE

  • What can make all this happen in a male?

    Sulfur smell may come from an inherited disorder of methionine. You need to be assessed by a doctor familiar with this. You may be misidentifying the odor; it could be fetor hepatis from advanced liver disease. Your sore nipples could come from liver disease as well. Methadone can cause nausea and cramps, but so can many other things. Again, you need to see an appropriate doctor. READ MORE

  • Can COVID infection cause diarrhea?

    I hope you are recovering well from COVID. Yes, COVID does cause diarrhea in many people. As you recover, the diarrhea should pass. Taking pepto bismol for a few days should help. Pepto will turn the stool black, so do not panic if the stool is dark or black! READ MORE

  • Diarrhea constantly?

    Your infectivity is hard to predict since it depends on the cause. Generally, 48 hours after the diarrhea ends, you probably will be OK. Washing hands, showering after bowel movement, not swimming in pool for next day or two would help. READ MORE

  • What causes this rash?

    I am not a dermatologist, but this might be a depigmented area called vitiligo. You should get a quick dermatology visit to make sure you do not have a depigmented skin tumor. Doug READ MORE

  • Sickness from water?

    I have no explanation for your reaction to water. I guess I would use the sparkling water instead. Reasonable amounts of hot or iced tea or coffee might be tolerable and will help you maintain hydration. READ MORE

  • Trapped wind in middle of night?

    If these symptoms are relatively new, you should see a gastroenterologist promptly. You may have something obstructing the digestive track. READ MORE

  • Should I be worried about my bowels?

    If your stool is a very dark brown, that is normal. Black stool which is truly black and sticky suggests bleeding in the digestive tract. Iron supplements can make the stool black like coal and is innocuous. What you describe is likely normal. READ MORE

  • I have a rash on my anus?

    I fear the rash may be herpes. You should see your doctor as soon as you can to be assessed. READ MORE

  • My ultrasound/endoscopy/HIDA scan all came back completely normal. What else could it be?

    The next step would be esophageal motility with impedance measurement and 24-hour pH monitoring. Before seeking the motility, I would try taking 2 Gaviscon with a glass of water at bedtime. If that worked it would confirm nocturnal reflux. An endoscopy with biopsy does not exclude the possibility of reflux. READ MORE

  • I need to locate a gastroenterologist?

    I would be seen at the University of Iowa. The gastroenterologist there will be able to get you a gastroenterologist closer to home if that is necessary. READ MORE

  • What can I take for stomach pain and diarrhea?

    If you have had diarrhea and pain for just a few days, you could try Peptobismol, one dose 4 times per day for 3 days. If you have had it for more than 5 days, you have to see your doctor. Many questions have to be asked: Have you had a fever? Have you used antibiotics in the last few months? Does having a diarrheal stool change the pain? Have you lost weight? Is there blood in the stool? Is the stool black? Peptobismol makes the stool black. If you get worse in any way, you need to seek care promptly. READ MORE

  • I think I have food poisoning?

    If you have had diarrhea for just one day without fever or much discomfort you should recover on your own over a few days. I would avoid milk products and raw food for 3 days. If you get worse rather than better with fever and worsening lower abdominal cramps, you should see your doctor. That pattern is seen with shigella a bacterial infection. These days, 1 gram of Xithromax seems to be the antibiotic of choice. To hasten your recovery, you could take pepto bismol 1 four times daily for 3 days. This will make the stool black. READ MORE

  • Why do I feel sick when I eat?

    If it has only been for 5 days, you may have a viral illness. I would try something like over-the-counter Pepcid when you buy it and then take it at bedtime and when you get up and before lunch and dinner for a few days. If after 2 weeks if you are no better, see your doctor. READ MORE

  • Plavix and oil of oregano?

    Oregano can increase bleeding in patients on medication like Plavix. I would avoid the oregano. Douglas M. Levin, MD, FACP, FACG, AGAF READ MORE

  • Halitosis that won’t go away?

    Almost certainly the white coating of the tongue is related to the halitosis. The question then is why you have the white coating of the tongue. Firstly, I do not think you can exclude reflux just because the endoscopy is unrevealing. An esophageal monitor over a day could identify reflux and a motility which is a much shorter test could strongly suggest reflux. Crohn’s disease can affect the mouth although a white tongue is certainly atypical. As a last resort an oral surgeon could take a small biopsy. Finally, it is less likely given the tongue findings but possible the Crohn’s disease or its treatment is allowing absorption of odiferous gasses produced by GI microbes to be absorbed and then breathed out. There are some problematic breath tests looking for bacterial overgrowth available. Perhaps a trial of rifaxamin, which is very safe except for your wallet, would be helpful. A review of your Crohn’s medication might be revealing. Good luck!! READ MORE

  • Should I go to the ER for gallbladder pain?

    You should go to the ER for this pain!, READ MORE

  • Upper left abdomen swelling and pain?

    Right upper abdominal pain after eating is likely colonic in origin. Does passing gas or having a bowel movement give relief? If the pain radiates to the back, a pancreatic cause is possible. At 55, the onset of the pain is of great concern and you should see you doctor in the very near future! READ MORE

  • Cyst on left ovary and can’t poop?

    The cyst on the ovary, unless it is huge, is unrelated. How old are you? How long have you been unable to poop? Do you have pain or bleeding? Is constipation a long-term problem for you? READ MORE

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Areas of expertise and specialization

transplant hepatologytransplant hepatologyupper gastrointestinal endoscopycolonoscopy and sigmoidoscopy

Awards

  • Honoree, Distinguished Worldwide Humanitarian Award 2020  
  • Recipient, Ohio State University, Department of Pathology Teaching Award 2019  
  • Recipient, Teaching Award, Gastrointestinal Fellows 2019  
  • Recipient, Teacher of the Year Award, Ohio State University (2015-2016) Year  
  • Recipient, Medical Student Teaching Award, Ohio State University 2010  
  • Featured Listee, Who’s Who in Medicine and Healthcare, Marquis Who’s Who (1997-1998) Year  
  • Recipient, Alpha Omega Alpha Prize, one of the top three academic performance 1969  
  • Recipient, Medical School Citizenship Award 1969  
  • Scholar, New York University YU Scholar 1967  

Professional Memberships

  • Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society  
  • American Association Study of Liver Disease  

Fellowships

  • University of Chicago Gastroenterology  1976

Dr. Douglas M. Levin's Practice location

Practice At 410 W 10th Ave

410 W 10th Ave -
Columbus, OH 43210
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Dr. Douglas M. Levin has a rating of 5 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 23 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Gastroenterologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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Get to know Gastroenterologist Dr. Douglas Levin, who served patients in Columbus, Ohio.

A seasoned gastroenterologist, Dr. Levin is retired from practice. During his active years on the job, he worked within the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center in Columbus, Ohio.

Specializing in transplant hepatology, he has expertise in performing procedures such as esophageal dilatation, upper gastrointestinal endoscopy, colonoscopy and sigmoidoscopy, among others.

Ohio State’s Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition is dedicated to developing better treatments through research to benefit patients. Patients with liver disease have access to the latest therapies and active clinical trials. The division works collaboratively with all specialties to provide multidisciplinary care. As an academic medical institution, it is always committed to patient care, medical education, and translational research.

Regarding his educational background, Dr. Levin graduated with his medical degree from the NYU Grossman School of Medicine in 1969. He then went on to complete his internship and residency in internal medicine at Yale-New Haven Hospital in 1971, followed by his fellowship in gastroenterology at the University of Chicago in 1976.

Licensed to practice medicine in Ohio, the doctor is board-certified in gastroenterology, transplant hepatology, and internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). The ABIM is a physician-led, non-profit, independent evaluation organization driven by doctors who want to achieve higher standards for better care in a rapidly changing world.

An authority in his field, Dr. Levin is a Fellow of the American College of Gastroenterology, a Fellow of the American Gastroenterological Association, a Fellow of the American Medical Association, and a Fellow of the American College of Physicians. He is also a member of Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society and the American Association Study of Liver Disease.

Gastroenterology is the branch of medicine focused on the digestive system and its disorders. A gastroenterologist is a physician who has extensive training in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders related to the esophagus, stomach, small intestines, colon, liver, pancreas, and biliary system.

Among Dr. Levin’s most notable achievements include: Honoree, Distinguished Worldwide Humanitarian Award (2020); Recipient, Ohio State University, Department of Pathology Teaching Award (2019); Recipient, Teaching Award, Gastrointestinal Fellows (2019); Recipient, Teacher of the Year Award, Ohio State University (2015-2016); Recipient, Medical Student Teaching Award, Ohio State University (2010); Featured Listee, Who’s Who in Medicine and Healthcare, Marquis Who’s Who (1997-1998); Recipient, Alpha Omega Alpha Prize, one of the top three academic performance (1969); Recipient, Medical School Citizenship Award (1969); and Scholar, New York University YU Scholar (1967).

Still very passionate and dedicated to helping fellow human beings with their health problems, Dr. Levin enjoys finding ways to contribute to patient care, teaching and research missions – both as a senior citizen and physician. 

In his spare time, he enjoys reading, relaxing with his family, traveling, and lap swimming.

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