About Me
I practice in otolaryngology, which focuses on ear, nose and throat health. I specialize in rhinology, an area of medicine emphasizing the nose and sinus conditions. My specialties include sinus surgery and endoscopic skull base surgery.
My goal is to deliver therapy that is tailored to each individual patient. I believe in engaging each patient to achieve this goal. I seek to first identify an accurate diagnosis and then recommend the best form of therapy for that patient.
I enjoy the people I work with at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. I appreciate the positive atmosphere and dedication to excellent patient care. These are qualities that are exhibited at all times at Ohio State.
When I'm not on the job I take time to relax with my family, attend Ohio State football games and enjoy the outdoors. I also really enjoy playing the guitar.
Highlights
- Rated in the top 10 percent of physicians in the nation for patient satisfaction, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2018 and 2019
- Outstanding Achievement in Patient Service Award, two-time recipient
- Director of Rhinology in the Department of Otolaryngology
- Named to the Castle Connolly list of “Regional Top Doctors,” 2017–2019
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Laryngeal Cancers
- Lip Cancers
- Oropharyngeal Cancers
- Mouth Cancers
- Nose Diseases
- Paranasal Sinus Diseases
- Skull Base Tumors
- Rhinitis
- Sinusitis
- Nasal Obstruction
- Nasal Polyps
- Nosebleed
- Nose Deformities, Acquired
- Cerebrospinal Fluid Rhinorrhea
- Frontal Sinusitis
- Head and Neck Cancer
- Maxillary Diseases
- Meningocele
- Mucocele
- Nasal Septal Perforation
- Nasal Surgical Procedures
- Nose Cancers
- Otolaryngology
- Palatal Cancers
- Papilloma, Inverted
- Pituitary Diseases
- Rhinitis, Allergic, Perennial
- Rhinitis, Allergic, Seasonal
- Rhinitis, Atrophic
- Rhinitis, Vasomotor
- Rhinoscleroma
- Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures
Locations Where I Practice
915 Olentangy River Road
Columbus, OH 43212
915 Olentangy River Road
4th Floor Suite 4000 Columbus, OH 43212
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location. Please call the “Schedule an appointment” number shown above for scheduling assistance.
Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
Wright State University School of Medicine, Dayton, OH
MD
8/17/1998 - 6/7/2002
Internship
Mount Carmel Health System, Columbus, OH
7/1/2002 - 6/30/2003
Residency
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH
7/1/2003 - 6/30/2007
Fellowship
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Presbyterian, Pittsburgh, PA
7/1/2007 - 6/30/2009
Board Certification
American Board of Otolaryngology
6/1/2008
Academic Information
My Department
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.
208 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Overall
4.9 out of 5
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Explains Things Clearly
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
4.7 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 10/25/2021, Dr. Otto has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
All very good
Dr. Otto assisted in a complex surgery that I had several years ago. He is an excellent physician and is very good at explaining procedures and problems. I appreciate his expertise, helpfulness, and kindness.
Top notch! Very skilled in area. Excellent people skills
Great
Dr. Otto is attentive to my questions and makes himself available if needed outside of visit (i haven't needed to contact him-but he makes his number available)
Excellent
Dr. Otto was great! Found issue other physicians didn't. Could prevent serious surgery. Great dr.!
He is amazing & very personable. Would recommend him to others in need of his specialty.
Dr. Otto was fantastic. Caring and knowledgeable. I believe he's correctly diagnosed me (LPR) and time will tell. I had a difficult summer and had 4 other appts prior to Dr. Otto. Prior to seeing Dr. Otto, I felt dismissed and wrongly diagnosed and given meds that were not effective.
Dr. Otto is extremely through and helpful. Love him and so glad he is my dr.