As a general surgeon, Dr. Osayi performs a variety of procedures, including robotic-assisted, laparoscopic, and open surgeries, endoscopies, wound care, hernia repair, gallbladder removal, and colon surgery. He has been performing robotic-assisted surgeries since 2019.
Dr. Osayi likes having patients be in the driver’s seat of their healthcare and involved in decision-making. He believes in taking patient’s medical and social needs into consideration when making healthcare decisions. He speaks English and languages of Nigeria, including Igbo. His diverse background has helped him to work well with people of different cultures.
Dr. Osayi has authored several publications, including one of the initial research studies on near-infrared fluorescence cholangiography, which enables deep-tissue imaging with high resolution and improved contrast. His study specifically focused on the use of indocyanine green (ICG) for gall bladder surgery. ICG is a dye used to enhance real-time visualization of the biliary tree and help prevent bile duct injuries.
Prior to joining Columbus Regional Health, Dr. Osayi was a general surgeon at Reid Health in Richmond, Indiana.
Dr. Osayi and his wife have four children. They enjoy spending time with family and outdoors.
