About Me

My focus is in ear, nose and throat surgery. I specialize in voice and airway disorders. I completed additional training in the field of laryngology, giving me expertise in treating voice and airway problems. I treat patients who speak or sing professionally, as well as those with narrowing of the airway.

I am passionate about helping people live as full a life as possible. Part of this passion comes from recognizing the fundamental role that the voice and airway play in our lives.

Part of my role as a physician is to teach patients as much as I can. I give them the information they need to feel good about making their own decisions about their health care. Our multidisciplinary team of experts works one-on-one with our patients to create a targeted treatment plan specific to their disease.

I love working at Ohio State because it's an environment of constant improvement. Everyone around me is always trying to make things better for our patients. It inspires me to work harder for my patients every day.

In my free time I enjoy the outdoors, Ohio State football games, reading, traveling and time with family. People are sometimes surprised to learn that I used to be a piano teacher and a Spanish teacher.
Highlights
  • Member, the American Laryngological Association and the Triological Society
  • Author of several book chapters on voice and airway problems
  • Rated in the top 10 percent of physicians in the nation for patient satisfaction, 2016, 2018
Additional Languages I Speak
  • Spanish

Procedures and Conditions I Treat

  • Voice Disorders
  • Swallowing Disorders
  • Vocal Cord Paralysis
  • Laryngeal Diseases
  • Tracheal Diseases
  • Adenoidectomy
  • Airway Obstruction
  • Bronchoscopy
  • Cough
  • Hoarseness
  • Laryngeal Cancers
  • Otolaryngology
  • Tracheal Stenosis

Locations Where I Practice

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Education and Training

Education History

Medical School

University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Cincinnati, OH
MD
8/19/2002 - 6/10/2006

Internship

Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH

7/1/2006 - 6/30/2007

Residency

Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH

7/1/2007 - 6/30/2011

Fellowship

University Hospital, San Antonio, TX

7/1/2011 - 3/9/2012

Board Certification

American Board of Otolaryngology
6/1/2013

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.

594 Patient Satisfaction Reviews

  • Overall
    4.8 out of 5
  • Explains Things Clearly
    4.8 out of 5
  • Listens Carefully
    4.9 out of 5
  • Gives Understandable Instructions
    4.8 out of 5
  • Knows My Medical History
    4.5 out of 5
  • Shows Respect
    4.9 out of 5
  • Time Spent Together
    4.9 out of 5
  • Reviewed on Nov 08, 2020

    She was on top of everything. She took the time to explain things that no one else ever explained. She gave me a wealth of reading material that was directly applicable to me. An enjoyable and helpful visit.

  • Reviewed on Oct 26, 2020

    All good.

  • Reviewed on Oct 06, 2020

    Dr. Martka seemed very knowledgeable and concerned.

  • Reviewed on Oct 05, 2020

    Dr. Matrka has one of the best "best bed side manners" of a doctor that I have ever encountered. She actually listens to you and answers questions. She also takes time to explain what she is going to do - If you want to know - Step by step. She is sympathetic and empathetic. I feel that i have been heard and understood - About my spasmodic dysphonia issues and effects on my life - When I leave her office. Dr. Matrka is very positive and encouraging.

  • Reviewed on Sep 30, 2020

    Very good.

  • Reviewed on Sep 15, 2020

    She is wonderful! Caring! She listens, this is very important! I haven't had a doctor LISTEN for 40 yrs!

  • Reviewed on Sep 14, 2020

    Dr. Matrka is a wonderful physician; she diagnosed my condition immediately, gave me options for treatment; I went to see her because I had laryngitis for (5) weeks; I left there able to talk; what an experience; she was also very warm and caring; OSU Medical Center is a top notch facility.

  • Reviewed on Sep 10, 2020

    Dr. Matrka was friendly, very thorough in her exam and explained her thoughts clearly. I would see her again if I needed to. I trusted her completely.

  • Reviewed on Sep 10, 2020

    I was showed respect & they listened to me about what I had to say!

  • Reviewed on Sep 08, 2020

    very detailed, took time with getting my hist9.

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Consulting and Related Relationships

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As of 11/01/2020, Dr. Matrka has reported no relationships with companies or entities.