About Me
I’m a professor in the Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery. My focus is on minimally invasive head and neck surgeries including transoral robotic surgery (TORS) and their reconstruction. I was named to the Castle Connolly list of "America's Top Doctors" from 2009 to 2019 and have been rated among the top cancer doctors and otolaryngologists for patient satisfaction in the nation.
I’m so proud of to be part of the OSUCCC – James team working toward a cancer-free world. I believe with our advanced research methods and individualized patient treatment approach we are poised to accomplish that lofty goal.
I established one of the first TORS programs worldwide at The Ohio State University and performed the first transaxillary robotic thyroidectomy in central Ohio. I’m currently conducting clinical trials that compare the quality of life benefits of the TORS technique with the traditional non-surgical options.
As a charter member of the Society of Robotic Surgery, I’m passionate about promoting the advantages of robotic surgery practices and making advancements that will greatly impact our patients here at the OSUCCC – James.
Highlights
- Rated in the top 10 percent of physicians in the nation for patient satisfaction, 2016-2019
- Named to the Castle Connolly list of “America's Top Doctors,” 2009–2019; "America's Top Doctors for Cancer," 2009–2019;
- Named to Castle Connolly's Regional Top Doctors list
- Best Doctor in America, 2017
Additional Languages I Speak
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures
- Melanoma
- Otolaryngology
- Skin Cancers
- Robotics
- Lip Cancers
- Head and Neck Cancer
- Skull Base Tumors
- Thyroid Cancer
- Parathyroid Cancers
- Salivary Gland Cancers
- Facial Cancers
- Bell Palsy
- Carotid Body Tumor
- Ear Cancer
- Esophageal Cancers
- Facial Nerve Diseases
- Facial Paralysis
- Goiter, Endemic
- Goiter, Nodular
- Goiter, Substernal
- Graves Disease
- Hyperparathyroidism, Primary
- Hyperparathyroidism, Secondary
- Jaw Diseases
- Jaw Cancers
- Laryngeal Diseases
- Laryngeal Cancers
- Laryngostenosis
- Lichen Planus, Oral
- Lingual Goiter
- Mandibular Diseases
- Maxillary Diseases
- Maxillofacial Injuries
- Microvessels
- Mouth Diseases
- Mouth Cancers
- Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Type 1
- Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Type 2a
- Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Type 2b
- Nose Diseases
- Nose Cancers
- Oropharyngeal Cancers
- Otorhinolaryngeal Cancer
- Parathyroid Diseases
- Pharyngeal Diseases
- Pharyngeal Cancers
- Thyroid Dysgenesis
- Thyroid Diseases
- Tracheal Tumors
- Tracheal Stenosis
- Zenker Diverticulum
Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
Marmara Universitesi, Haydarpasa Istanbul
9/1/1987 - 9/1/1994
Internship
Marmara University Faculty of Pharmacy, Istanbul
9/1/1993 - 9/1/1994
Residency
Marmara University Faculty of Pharmacy, Istanbul
7/1/1995 - 6/1/2000
Fellowship
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH
8/1/2003 - 7/31/2005
Board Certification
American Board of Otolaryngology
6/1/2014
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.
181 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Overall
4.8 out of 5
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Kept you informed about your condition and treatment
4.8 out of 5
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Amount of time spent with you
4.7 out of 5
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Concern for your questions and issues
4.8 out of 5
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Skill and knowledge
4.8 out of 5
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Overall quality of care
4.8 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. Ozer has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
Super Crew
Excellent physician, could not expect better.
Dr Orzo and his staff were amazing
I am very happy with whom my care is entrusted with
Doctor was in out, rushed! Nurses in/out twice same questions.
Dr. Ozer is excellent with me each time I see him. I am thankful for his expertise, experience and thoroughness regarding my surgery and follow up exams
Dr. Ozer is fantastic.
The James is THE BEST. I always feel listened to and my questions are answered. True concern of my condition are appreciated.
Dr.Ozer is very patient and compassionate
D. Ozer and staff were friendly and professional and explained each step clearly.
Dr. & PA very nice & concerned.
Dr. Ozer is a great guy, he answers all my questions, he is concerned about my health. He saved my life back in 2007!
Always kept me informed of what to expect about my disease & treatment.
6. Excellent.
Dr. Ozer and the surgical/recovery team were exceptional throughout the entire process.
All the staff was very competent
Dr. Ozer saved my life. I trust him completely, and I feel blessed to have him as my surgeon.