Desi Schoo, MD

Physician, Assistant Professor

Otolaryngology

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Conditions and expertise

  • Otolaryngology
  • Vestibular Diseases
  • Hearing Aids
  • Tympanoplasty
  • Otosclerosis
  • Otitis Media

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Locations

  • Ear, Nose and Throat / Allergy

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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

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

Certification

  • American Board of Otolaryngology/Neurotology
    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.

151 Patient Satisfaction Reviews

4.8 out of 5 overall
  • Explains Things Carefully
    4.7 / 5
  • Listens Carefully
    4.8 / 5
  • Gives Understandable Instructions
    4.8 / 5
  • Knows My Medical History
    4.5 / 5
  • Shows Respect
    4.8 / 5
  • Time Spent Together
    4.7 / 5

Patient Comments

  • Reviewed on Nov 11, 2025

    It was a great visit

  • Reviewed on Oct 29, 2025

    He listened to and addressed my concerns.

  • Reviewed on Oct 25, 2025

    I think Dr. Schoo is personable, thorough and extremely kind.

  • Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025

    Very thorough and knowledgeable about his field.

  • Reviewed on Jul 16, 2025

    All good.

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 11/3/2025, Dr. Schoo has reported no relationships with companies or entities.

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