About Me
As an oculoplastic surgeon, I specialize in plastic and reconstructive surgery of the eyelids, eye socket and tear drainage system. Vision is a vital sensory function and the appearance of the eyes profoundly affects how people view themselves. When impaired by trauma, cancer, or the ravages of time, my job is to restore these critical aspects of a patient’s life.
My approach to care is to build partnerships with my patients, educate them about their diseases and offer various treatment options. I guide them through the treatment process to ensure they receive the highest level of care. Patients know themselves best, and given the right information, can make the best choices for themselves.
I’m proud to be part of The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. Not only do I get to care for wonderful and interesting patients, but I also have the opportunity to pass my knowledge and expertise on to the next generation of physicians.
I grew up in Toledo, Ohio and then traveled the world for 21 years as an Army physician before retiring from the military and moving back to the Buckeye State with my wife and two boys. When I’m not working, I enjoy fixing up the house, watching Ohio State football and relaxing with my family.
Highlights
- Director, Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
- Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
- Retired Army Colonel and former president of the Society of Military Ophthalmologists
- Recipient of the American Academy of Ophthalmology Achievement Award
- Named to the Castle Connolly list of “Regional Top Doctors,” 2016–2019
- Associate Professor
- Member of the OSUWMC Skull Base Team
- Board of directors, North American Society of Academic Orbital Surgeons
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Eyelid Diseases
- Lacrimal Apparatus Diseases
- Orbital Diseases
- Skull Base Tumors
- Blepharophimosis
- Orbital Fractures
- Orbital Myositis
- Eye Tumors
- Eyelid Cancers
- Dacryocystitis
- Trichiasis
- Enophthalmos
- Exophthalmos
- Tolosa-Hunt Syndrome
- Ectropion
- Retrobulbar Hemorrhage
- Eye Enucleation
- Eye Evisceration
- Orbital Cellulitis
- Anophthalmos
- Lacrimal Duct Obstruction
- Orbital Pseudotumor
- Entropion
- Nasolacrimal Duct
- Orbital Implants
- Ophthalmologic Surgical Procedures
- Graves Ophthalmopathy
- Reconstructive Surgical Procedures
- Blepharoptosis
- Facial Paralysis
- Lacerations
- Ophthalmology
Locations Where I Practice
915 Olentangy River Road
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
University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Cincinnati, OH
MD
8/31/1990 - 6/12/1994
Internship
Brooke Army Medical Center, Ft. Sam, Houston, TX
7/1/1994 - 6/30/1995
Residency
San Antonio Military Medical, Fort Sam Houston, TX
7/1/1998 - 6/30/2001
Fellowship
University of Michigan Hospitals, Ann Arbor, MI
7/1/2007 - 6/30/2009
Board Certification
American Board of Ophthalmology
11/10/2002
Academic Information
My Department
Ophthalmology
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.
365 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Overall
4.7 out of 5
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Explains Things Clearly
4.6 out of 5
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Listens Carefully
4.8 out of 5
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Gives Understandable Instructions
4.6 out of 5
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Knows My Medical History
4.3 out of 5
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Shows Respect
4.7 out of 5
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Time Spent Together
4.7 out of 5
Consulting and Related Relationships
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As of 11/21/2019, Dr. Cho has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
Dr. Cho made me feel very at ease. I didn't feel like an "assembly line" patient. He explained what was wrong with my eye and the procedure he would use to repair it.
Dr. Cho was very thorough & listened well & explained everything.
PROFESSIONAL.
Efficient, friendly, just what I needed to fix my problem.
Excellent, knew what my concerns were as I described.
good
All good
Dr Cho was genuinely attentive to my concerns. He personally phoned after my procedure to ensure all was well. He addressed my concerns by seeing me a day early for my follow-up visit.
Very thorough covering everything imaginable
Doctor was thorough; explained surgery.