About Me
My expertise is in otolaryngology (ear, nose and throat). I have a particular interest in voice, swallowing, sinonasal and thyroid/parathyroid disorders. In my specialty, there are many medical and surgical treatment options that can make a significant impact in a patient's quality of life. Our multidisciplinary team provides patients with a tailored and targeted treatment plan for their specific disease.
I help my patients make informed decisions about how to approach their care. I provide all available treatment options and discuss important aspects of each. A well-informed patient can make decisions that contribute to a better outcome.
At Ohio State, we have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology while collaborating with other specialists. I work closely with other specialty areas such as pulmonary, allergy, speech pathology, gastroenterology and neurology to provide comprehensive care to my patients. We have the resources we need to really help our patients.
In my free time, I enjoy attending Ohio State football games, traveling and relaxing with family. This includes taking an occasional time out to coach my daughters' volleyball and basketball teams.
Highlights
- Rated in the top 10 percent of physicians in the nation for patient satisfaction, 2014, 2015, 2017, 2019
- Residency Program Director Department of Otolaryngology, 2011–present
- Department of Otolaryngology Faculty Educator of the Year Award, 2010
- Gahanna Lincoln High School Hall of Fame Inductee, 2012
- Named to Castle Connolly's Regional Top Doctors list
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Vertigo
- Laryngeal Cancers
- Vestibular Diseases
- Sleep Disorders
- Oropharyngeal Cancers
- Mouth Cancers
- Audiology
- Tympanic Membrane Perforation
- Otorhinolaryngologic Diseases
- Voice Disorders
- Swallowing Disorders
- Vocal Cord Paralysis
- Sleep Apnea Syndromes
- Airway Obstruction
- Apnea
- Bell Palsy
- Candidiasis, Oral
- Choanal Atresia
- Cleft Lip
- Cleft Palate
- Cough
- Craniomandibular Disorders
- Shortness of Breath
- Nosebleed
- Facial Nerve Diseases
- Facial Nerve Injuries
- Facial Paralysis
- Fibromatosis, Gingival
- Gingival Cancers
- Goiter
- Granuloma, Laryngeal
- Granulomatosis, Orofacial
- Graves Disease
- Head and Neck Cancer
- Hearing Disorders
- Hearing Loss
- Hemifacial Spasm
- Herpes Labialis
- Herpes Zoster Oticus
- Hoarseness
- Hypoparathyroidism
- Hypopharyngeal Cancers
- Jaw Abnormalities
- Jaw Fractures
- Laryngeal Diseases
- Leukoplakia, Hairy
- Leukoplakia, Oral
- Lichen Planus, Oral
- Lingual Goiter
- Lip Diseases
- Macrostomia
- Maxillary Diseases
- Maxillofacial Injuries
- Melkersson-Rosenthal Syndrome
- Mobius Syndrome
- Mouth Breathing
- Mucositis
- Nasal Obstruction
- Nasal Septal Perforation
- Nasopharyngeal Diseases
- Nasopharyngitis
- Nose Deformities, Acquired
- Nose Diseases
- Oral Fistula
- Oral Ulcer
- Orbital Fractures
- Oroantral Fistula
- Otitis
- Otitis Externa
- Otitis Media
- Otolaryngology
- Parathyroid Diseases
- Peritonsillar Abscess
- Pharyngeal Diseases
- Pharyngitis
- Pierre Robin Syndrome
- Rhinitis
- Rhinoscleroma
- Salivary Gland Diseases
- Salivary Gland Fistula
- Sinusitis
- Speech Disorders
- Stomatitis
- Thyroid Diseases
- Tinnitus
- Tongue Diseases
- Tonsillitis
- Tracheal Diseases
- Tuberculosis, Oral
- Velopharyngeal Insufficiency
- Zygomatic Fractures
Locations Where I Practice
400 Altair Pkwy
Suite 4200
Westerville, OH 43082
614-366-3687
6700 University Boulevard
Dublin, OH 43016
614-814-7777
2050 Kenny Road
Columbus, OH 43221
614-293-3890
915 Olentangy River Road
Columbus, OH 43212
614-293-9431
300 W. 10th Ave.
Columbus, OH 43210
614-366-7744
in Outpatient Care Dublin
6700 University Boulevard
2nd Floor, Suite 2C
Dublin, OH 43016
614-366-3687
in Eye and Ear Institute
915 Olentangy River Road
4th Floor Suite 4000
Columbus, OH 43212
614-366-3687
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, OH
8/1/1999 - 6/13/2003
Internship
Mount Carmel Medical Center of Columbus, Columbus, OH
7/1/2003 - 6/30/2004
Residency
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH
7/1/2004 - 6/30/2008
Fellowship
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH
7/1/2008 - 6/30/2009
Board Certification
American Board of Otolaryngology
6/1/2009
Academic Information
My Department
Otolaryngology
My Division
Otolaryngology
Reviews
The overall patient satisfaction rating is an average of all patient responses to the six doctor communication related questions shown below from the Clinician and Group Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems survey. For additional information about the patient satisfaction survey, please visit our Patient Satisfaction Survey page.
The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their view and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Ohio State Wexner Medical Center.
487 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Overall
4.9 out of 5
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Explains Things Carefully
4.9 out of 5
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Listens Carefully
4.9 out of 5
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Gives Understandable Instructions
4.9 out of 5
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Knows My Medical History
4.8 out of 5
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Shows Respect
4.9 out of 5
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Time Spent Together
4.9 out of 5
Consulting and Related Relationships
At The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, we support a faculty member’s research and consulting in collaboration with medical device, research and/or drug companies because a faculty member’s expertise can guide important advancements in the practice of medicine and improve patient care. In order to provide effective management of these relationships, the University requires annual disclosures from all faculty members with external interests related to their University responsibilities.
As of 09/30/2022, Dr. DeSilva has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
Dr DeSilva is very personable and easy to speak with. I was in his office for an annual checkup on my vocal chords. He had a resident physician working with him and she assisted with the exam under his supervision. Dr DeSilva took time to explain the procedure and the results as well as recommending a follow up date. He is an excellent physician!
Always very pleasant .
Very attentive
Dr. Brad DeSvila is very professional along with the staff at the office.
Excellent
Good
Very good
It was good they take good csre of youit was all good
Excellent service
Dr. DeSilva is a competent professional, great listener,has respect for the patient, passionate educator (resident in the room), and a friendly guy.
He was very knowledgeable and careful with the scope. The medicine he put me on has resolved my issue/cough, but I will make sure that I take the entire dose of antibiotics.
Dr. De Silva was professional and understanding, but I did not feel he understood me as a person. Not much empathy from anyone on his team.
Very Good at his job
He was nice, but a tad intimidating.
Dr DeSilva is a very good doctor concerned with my well being
Always the best! Kind, understanding and I feel I'm always important to him.
I reminded doctor of my chocking spell the last visit. He said yes I remember,we will make sure u are good and numb before I scope u. Made my visit much better. He asked several times was I good. Easied my anxiety.
Very concerned about my health issue and willing to offer solutions to help me.
Very thorough and caring
Dr DeSilva is one of the finest specialists that I have ever worked with. On this visit he took care of my immediate problem with minimal discomfort. He then gave me advice on the proper way to at least delay the return of that problem. It was obvious that he is concerned about maximizing my ability to hear.
Is always able to access my records and ask relevant questions about the previous care I had received.
He was a very good care provider
Dr deSilva always listens and explains things. He is very knowledgeable and compassionate. He is also personable and asks us about our lives.
Excellent care
I have the best dr
Very good. He was very informative
Excellent, he took me early and saved me a lot of waiting time
He was excellent
Very knowledgeableVery approachableGreat listener
My care provider is the absolute best! He always listens explains and reassures me of my treatment.
Great
Good
Good- explained my issue thoroughly. He even showed me my cat scan and pointed out where my stone was etc.
The entire visit was positive. He was kind and didn't act rushed.
Very knowledgeable about my condition. Listened and made me feel heard. Felt that Provider genuinely cares.
Did a great job
Always considerate and professional.
Dr. DeSilva is excellent!
All was good!!!
Very professional!
Excellent! Efficient and kind and listened to my needs.
Very friendly, listened, offered advice and set me up to see someone else he thoguht might be able to assist.
All good
He was very good. He has really helped me
Dr deSilva is the best doctor I've ever seen. So thankful for the care he provides. He goes above and beyond for his patients.
Good experiences only. Very professional, took his time. The staff were all friendly and helpful. They sent me a card afterwards and a follow up phone call checking in.
Wonderful doctor very caring good bisit
Always a great experience with Dr. Desilva. He is a wonderful doctor.
Was good at explaining things
Very professional
We could have identified the cause of my health problem if he would have ordered a CT scan in 2020.
He is the very best
Professional, knowledgable, respectful, established a partnership in care.
Explained the procedure, very polite and caring.
All fine. This was a follow up to an earlier procedure and discussion about what to do next
Dr is very helpful and knowledgeable
I have seen this doctor for many years. Have never had a bad experience. I am always treated with the utmost respect by him and his staff.
Good: Provider performs procedure very quickly. I hardly notice & before I know it, it's done.
Excellent
Friendly, knowledgeable,courteous. Answered my questions. Great doctor.
Very professional
Brilliant, my providers at OSU are all brilliant.
Good
Great experience. I was surprised that the doctor took the time and concern to talk with me about my problems. Usually they just come in and leave.
Felt rushed
Dr. DeSilva is awesome and saved my life.
Easy to talk to and explains things so that I can understand them
Doctor snd Resident listened, answered questions, explained
Excellent
Showed concern for my problem
Everyone was efficient but not rushed. Took time to listen, educate and do a good job.
Very good explained everything very nice
He was very thorough and honest and explained everything so I understand it
All good
Very knowledgeable, and concern about my health.
Very friendly - Explanations easily understood.
Dr. DeSilva has a habit of talking over the person who is speaking (me). Otherwise, he was engaged, interested and communicated the solution well.
Always good
Excellent--He already knew my history. Very attentive to my concerns---Impressive
Always interested in my life in general. I Always look forward to my visits . My care is great!
Superior "Bed side manor"
Good.
Very good to explain what was going to happen and walked me threw the process.
He is excellent always explained everything and easy to talk with
Always good
Dr. Disalvo is an excellent doctor who provided an exceptional amount of care to me and provided information to my wife by phone when she couldn't meet him in person.
He's always great!
Very pleased with Dr. Desilva. Diagnosed the problem and presented treatment options.
He listened to my concerns and addressed all of them. He was very friendly and professional.
Dr. Desilva listened closely to my concerns & the issue I was worried about. He explained what he was doing & provided very important information.
Great experience w/this provider.
HE IS GREAT! WE SEE EYE TO EYE!
Very helpful as specialist ENT as I am dealing with a vocal cord issue.
Really good about working my treatment with what insurance will cover. Always works to ensure I get the best possible outcome for my condition.
DR. DeSilva provides excellent care. He always explains each step of treatment before it is performed.
Dr Desiva is great. Very attentive and answers on my chart
Excellent communication and understanding by the prov.
ALL GOOD
Dr DeSilva is very knowledgeable and kind.He was very concerned about my feeling comfortable before my treatment.
Every step in the procedure is explained and I was continually asked if I was doing ok. It was also comforting to have the staff tell me I was doing great.
I have no bad experiences at all. All good.
Excellent dr. & asst.
My experience going to Dr. Desilva is always a very good experience - he's been my doctor for 12 years - very thorough re: My condition & very kind.
The doctor was excellent
All good, my Provider always listens to me and makes me feel heard. I feel he has my best interests in mind at all times.
ALWAYS KIND, AND CONCERNED.
Dr DeSilva inspired confidence by explaining everything he was doing in a way I could understand, by being efficient but not in a rush, by listening to my feedback and concerns, by frequently checking on my comfort level during the procedure, and by carefully explaining what I should expect went I went home. He called me personally the next day with test results. I would also say he must be a terrific teacher based on my observations of his interactions with his student.
Excellent.
Very good and helped me.
I, without hesitation, trust Dr. DeSilva.
Very attentive.
Dr. DeSilva always takes time to listen to any concerns and addresses questions, has very good personality.
Dr. Brad Desilva was amazing, kind, caring explained the issues of our daughter respiratory were no allergic related and to change our suctioning routine which as helped so much! He took the time to explain everything. He is amazing and we hope to keep coming to Dr. Desilva in order to give our daughter the best care she deserves! Also would like to mention DR. JOSEPH Cleary I called about a prescription for a 14 French tube. He sent me emails and follow-ups and answered all my questions. He also was amazing!
Dr. DeSilva was v. attentive, listened to me, & I felt that we decided together to wait & watch for any more symptoms - great explanations w/a diagram.
Dr. DeSilva is very kind and professional -
Care provided was Excellent!
My care provider treated me with care and genuine concern, addressing all of my questions and concerns.
Good.
Extremely skilled and knowledgeable. Great bedside manner. Takes a no-nonsense approach to my care.
ALL very good and professional. VERY pleased with Dr. DeSilva. He is my hero.
Excellent!
I am just SO impressed with Dr. Desilva. He never acts rushed always kind and listens to my issues. He truly is the BEST.
Respectful, pleasant, engaged.
All good!
Very knowledgeable.
Dr. DeSilva was very thorough in explaining my condition and options for treatment.
Excellent care.
I was impressed with how efficient and kind and clear he was with explaining next steps and treatment options.
Very good.
Felt very comfortable in his care. He always is very knowledgeable about the care he provides.
Very nice, professional and knowledgeable
Listened very carefully reviewing my test results . Was able to give me an diagnosis and treatment plan
He was wonderful. Really a nice doctor. Interested in what I relayed to him. Took care of my problem. He also called after a few days to see how I am doing.
Offer to try different things for my improvement
Dr. DeSilva listened carefully, asked questions, examined thoroughly, and recommended treatment. I couldn't be more pleased.
Dr. DeSilva is the best. Gives complete information about problems. Listens to you and answers all questions. A GREAT MD.
Professional, caring, attentive.
I feel very fortunate to have received such excellent care.
Good
I was upset about another care provider & this doctor listened well & helped problem - solve to make me feel better about my care plan.
Care provider are friendly and knowledgeable.
Dr. Desilva is a very competent, respectful compassionate physician. I feel very comfortable and know all my questions will be answered - I know as a specialist he is the best!
Very good
Brad truly cares about his patients. Any questions or concerns I have ever had are answered promptly via email. Best doctor I have ever been treated by.
Even on a very busy day of surgeries Brad took the time to explain exactly what would happen and answer all questions - wonderful provider.
Very good & professional.
Thoughtful, thorough, took time to explain, friendly; great experience.
Very good.
Dr. DeSilva is the best! He's caring, professional & a great surgeon.
Brad DiSilva is an excellent physician. He has excellent customer service skills, too!
Dr. DeSilva did an amazing job of diagnosing the problem with my voice and prescribing treatment to care for it. The care he has provided is outstanding.
Excellent!
Dr. DeSilva is an excellent listener, and provides great service and support.
The doctor explained procedure and showed the results explaining was he and assistant saw. Gave me some options and we decided the best course would be to take a look in three months.
He is always kind and knowledgeable.
I have been to Dr. Desilva for several ENT procedures over the years (UP3 + septoplasty) and all my answers apply to every time he took care of me. Excellent! The team functioned very well.
He was very professional.
Perfect.
I felt like my concerns regarding my visit were dismissed and irrelevant to the provider.
Attentive, professional, personable. First visit. Liked him very much.
Dr is great! Makes me feel cared for!
Good
Listened very well explained test diagnosis well, he cared.
Dr. Desilva is a very good doctor. I never have any bad experiences with him. He is kind and very caring.
Excellent - Timely.
He was thorough and very pleasant.
Rewarding
They made good explanations to any of my questions.
Excellent care.
The doctor was very thorough and spoke to us so we could understand everything and out our mind at ease
Very good.
Excellent communicator; knows me well, I've been his patient for about 6 yrs. or so, maybe ? more. I have a lot of confidence in his care.
Very kind and knowledgeable
He was helpful and quick to give me help.
Very attentive.
Good.
Excellent
On time; checked out my incision and checked my throat after informing me about what he was going to do. Very well done.
Great explanation of pros & cons of therapy, very helpful in deciding yes or no on therapy.
The overall experience was very good!
Dr. Desilva & team excellent.
Dr. Desilva was very competent and understanding.
Very professional. He is a great doctor and caring
Best experience I have ever had especially since it was a first visit to this office/provider.No I am not related to or friends to anyone attached to this provider.
Dr. De Silva was very caring and understanding of my issues and addressed them fully.
Doctor is a good listener and he explains procedure.
Listened to my concerns and gave me options. This was a second opinion as the previous md basically said "you are old and deal with it.
Great doctor; he cared about my need to find help for my neuropathic cough & lesions on my vocal cords.
Dr. DeSilva has provided some of the best medical care I have ever received. He listens carefully, asks questions effectively to clarify concerns, pays attention to the details, and answers questions thoroughly explaining information in clear helpful ways. He does all of this very kindly, and respectfully.
He is very thorough. I like him and feel very confident and comfortable in his care. But he might be too much of a "specialist." I guess I need to go back to my ENT for more comprehensive care of my ears, nose and throat. My voice has improved for periods with the Botox injections.
He was very kind and knowledgeable
Everything OK you can tell he takes an interest in your health.
Dr. DeSilva was amazing! I completely trust his medical advice and treatment. He was friendly and showed lots of care towards me. I appreciated that Dr. DeSilva was available after this visit when I contacted him through email about a question I had that came up after my visit. His response was very quick. Dr. DeSilva is very thorough. He explained things in ways that were easy to understand. He took great interest in me as a person and made me comfortable about the care he was providing. I will definitely recommend Dr. DeSilva for anyone who has concerns with their voice.
Professional and knowledgeable
Very attentive to me and my condition.
Very nice ask me questions about my health problems I answered him and he was able to answer the questions my husband and I had for him.
Thorough, polite, well spoken.
Dr. DeSilva is exceptionally good at explaining my condition and helping me think about my best strategies for addressing it. He also seems extraordinarily skillful in pretty much every aspect of his work, from my own non-medical perspective. I feel completely confident that he and his team do and will provide me with the best possible care. Also, Dr. DeSilva's use of the scope/camera to observe my vocal cords was impressively smooth -- and I love getting to see parts of the video, too.
Very good.
I appreciated the time spent and explanations.
I have not had a bad experience