Desi Schoo, MD
Physician, Assistant Professor
Otolaryngology, Otology & Neurotology
Conditions and expertise
- Otolaryngology
- Vestibular Diseases
- Hearing Aids
- Tympanoplasty
- Otosclerosis
- Otitis Media
Locations
- Ear, Nose and Throat / Allergy in Outpatient Care New Albany
- Ear, Nose and Throat / Allergy in Eye and Ear Institute
Academic information
Department: Otolaryngology
About
- Gender
- Male
Biography
I became an otolaryngologist because I’m passionate about diagnosing and treating patients for inner ear issues and helping to improve their quality of life. In my role at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, I specialize in cranial base surgery, and I commonly see patients for conditions including hearing loss, balance disorders, chronic middle ear disease, acute vestibular dysfunction and skull base tumors.
I prioritize shared decision-making with all my patients. When patients come to see me, they can trust that I’ll educate them about their diagnosis and treatment options and help them decide on the best path forward. I also try to avoid medical jargon and discuss complex medical topics in easy-to-understand terms.
My research is focused on improving the diagnosis and treatment of patients with vestibular dysfunction. I’m especially interested in improving the treatment of dizziness and other clinical outcomes after acoustic neuroma treatment. My experience includes contributing to the first-in-human investigations of a vestibular implant designed to restore inner ear balance function. While this technology is still being investigated in clinical trials, I’m hopeful for its potential to help many people with inner ear balance disorders.
Here at Ohio State, there’s a perfect mix of clinical excellence, top-notch research and medical education that places our patient care at the leading edge. I appreciate the multidisciplinary approach and the commitment to collaboration, which enhances the care we can offer to our patients. Ohio State is an institution that drives medicine forward and I’m excited to be part of this team.
When I’m not working, I enjoy relaxing outdoors, spending time with my family and trying new restaurants.
Highlights
- Desi Schoo, MD, treats inner ear and balance issues and performs cranial base surgery at The Ohio State University.
Conditions and expertise
- Acoustic Tumors
- Cholesteatoma
- Cochlear Implants
- Ear Diseases
- Facial Nerve Diseases
- Hearing Aids
- Hearing Disorders
- Hearing Loss
- Labyrinthitis
- Meniere Disease
- Neurotology
- Otitis Media
- Otolaryngology
- Otosclerosis
- Skull Base Tumors
- Tympanoplasty
- Vertigo
- Vestibular Diseases
Locations
Ear, Nose and Throat / Allergy
2nd Floor, Suite 2C
Westerville, OH 43081
Ear, Nose and Throat / Allergy
4th Floor Suite 4000
Columbus, OH 43212
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Credentials
Education
- Fellowship - Neurotology
- Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, United States
7/1/2021 - 6/30/2023 - Residency - Otolaryngology
- Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, United States
1/1/2021 - 12/31/2022 - Residency - Otolaryngology
- Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, United States
7/1/2014 - 12/31/2020 - Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- University of Iowa School of Medicine, Iowa City, IA, United States
8/1/2009 - 5/1/2014
Certifications
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American Board of Otolaryngology/Neurotology
3/15/2024 -
American Board of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
7/7/2022
Ratings and 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.
65 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
Patient Comments
Consulting and related relationships
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As of 11/3/2025, Desi Schoo has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
Excellent Dr who listens and takes the time to explain and calm my concerns.
Very good experience
Dr Shoo was excellent - friendly, knowledgeable, and engaging
Very nice, helpful
Dr Schoo was wonderful listening to my concerns about residual issues I was having and alleviated my concerned by explaining the issues weren't from the csf repair but from Eustachian tube dysfunction. He placed a tube in my ear which took care of the issues i was having
Very kind, gentle and patient
Dr. Schoo was amazing!! He was confident he could put a tube in during my office visit even though my former ENT was unable to. He was successful which avoided outpatient surgery for me.
He explains everything very well seems to care about me.And what would be the best route of treatment for me
Excellent care
Still under treatment but feel with Dr. Schoo's experience and care provided so far, all will be well.
Provider listened to my concerns and provided with options leading to a resolution.
Very good
Explain things extremely well and spent a long time with me.
Dr. Schoo is always very nice. Answers questions. Listens.
Dr. Schoo spent probably over an hour with me and helped me make a decision NOT to undertake a procedure which could have been very harmful to me.
Doesn't listen about ringing in ears. Done nothing for ringing I've had for 18 months Don't hear well asked me to take another hearing test
Impressed with his care for me.
Dr. Shoo was great, put me right at ease. He was open about my issue and addressed the concerns I had before I even needed to voice them. He seems to genuinely care about his patients and provided the good and bad of the treatment so I could make an informed decision.
Very knowledgeable. Felt at ease.
Listened and asked questions