Orthopaedics

Charan Gowda, MD

Dr. Charan Gowda is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in hand, wrist, and elbow surgery, with subspecialty focus on orthopedic hand surgery, elbow surgery, hand surgery, orthopedic sports medicine, and orthopedic trauma. He treats a wide range of upper extremity conditions, including carpal tunnel syndrome, fractures, dislocations, arthritis (osteoarthritis and rheumatoid), rotator cuff injuries, meniscus tears, tendinitis, bursitis, sports injuries, and all bone and soft tissue disorders of th

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS)
Hand Surgery (ABOS)

Education & Training

Medical School: Duke University School of Medicine (MD, 2004)
Internship: Duke University Hospital (Internship, 2004)
Residency: Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center (Orthopaedic Surgery, 2009)
Fellowship: Indiana Hand to Shoulder Center (Hand Surgery, 2010)

Years in Practice

22+ years

Peer Recognition

Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2026
Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Hand & Upper Extremity

Conditions & Treatments

Hand SurgeryShoulder Surgery

Insurance(s) Accepted

Please verify your coverage with the provider — plan participation can change.

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

Dublin Methodist Hospital
Riverside Methodist Hospital
Mount Carmel Health System

Languages

English

Conditions Dr. Gowda treats

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Gowda accept Aetna insurance?

Charan Gowda's public profile lists Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Blue Cross Blue Shield plus 4 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Gowda practice?

Charan Gowda practices in Columbus, OH with hospital affiliations including Dublin Methodist Hospital, Riverside Methodist Hospital, and Mount Carmel Health System.

What does Dr. Gowda specialize in?

Charan Gowda is a board-certified orthopaedics specialist with focus areas in Hand & Upper Extremity.

How long has Dr. Gowda been practicing?

Charan Gowda has 22+ years of clinical experience in orthopaedics.

What is Dr. Gowda's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Medical School: Duke University School of Medicine (MD, 2004); Internship: Duke University Hospital (Internship, 2004); Residency: Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center (Orthopaedic Surgery, 2009).