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 spending time with my family, watching Ohio State football and singing with the Columbus Symphony Chorus.
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 Castle Connolly's Regional Top Doctors list
- 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
- Skull Base Tumors
- Ophthalmologic Surgical Procedures
- Blepharoplasty
- Ocular Oncology
- Reconstructive Surgical Procedures
- Facial Paralysis
- Ophthalmology
Locations Where I Practice
6100 North Hamilton Road
Westerville, OH 43081
614-814-8100
915 Olentangy River Road
Columbus, OH 43212
614-293-9431
in Eye and Ear Institute
915 Olentangy River Road
Suite 5000
Columbus, OH 43212
614-293-8116
in Outpatient Care New Albany
6100 North Hamilton Road
2nd Floor, Suite 2B
Westerville, OH 43081
614-293-8116
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Cincinnati, OH
8/31/1990 - 6/12/1994
Internship
Brooke Army Medical Center, Fort Sam Houston, TX
7/1/1994 - 6/30/1995
Residency
San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education-Army, 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
My Division
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.
218 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Overall
4.7 out of 5
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Explains Things Carefully
4.7 out of 5
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Listens Carefully
4.8 out of 5
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Gives Understandable Instructions
4.7 out of 5
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Knows My Medical History
4.5 out of 5
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Shows Respect
4.8 out of 5
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Time Spent Together
4.7 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 09/30/2024, Dr. Cho has reported relationships with the companies or entities listed below. If you have questions about the relationships listed below, please ask the faculty member. If you have questions about how these relationships are monitored by The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, please contact our Compliance Office.
Provider told me something about my condition that was new information that did not make sense to me, and I tried to ask the right questions to have a better understanding. I did not come away with an answer I could understand, and I felt like pursuing the issue longer was going to take me over the time alotted.
He spent very little time with me and when I explained that the area on my eye he was looking at was bothersome to feel in my eye. He did not address my concerns about the discomfort and simply stated that I would need imaging of my eye and if I had further problems to contact a cornea specialist. Appointment was for a blemish, mole, that is not near my cornea.
Good
Dr. Cho spent time evaluating how my condition had changed since scheduling my procedure to make sure that the procedure was still necessary, which I appreciated. He listened to me when I expressed that the anesthetic seemed to be wearing off during the procedure.
He explained my condition well and listened to my concerns.
Excellent very satisfied
Extremely thorough, understood injuries & unresolved lingering issues impacting reason for visit
He was knowledgeable Interested in helping meExtended treatment beyond what I expected
He explained everything great
Excellent
Dr Cho saw me for about 2 minutes tops and was snarkity with my questions
Asked me many questions to determine my issues and made sure he was satisfied with my answers. Which was a relief to me and gave me confidence in his abilities.
Dr Cho and his staff provided me with courteous professional service. This is my first visit with Dr Cho and I was very pleased with his attention to my issue. He was informative in an understandable manner, and I have complete confidence in my upcoming procedure.
We are appreciative of the care received
Probably the worst doctor I have ever experienced in my life. No hand shake. Wanted to get in and out quickly.
Good
Good
Very Professional
Very good doctor and resident
Very good doctor.
Great and professional
Great
Seem dismissive
My experience was very positive.
Explaned surgery procedures and answered my questions.
Pleasant jovial personality I liked and relaxed me for the procedure to be done with less apprehensions.
Honestly I don't go to the doctor unless I absolutely have to, but I feel I was treated respectfully, they seemed very caring
Professional
Told true
Lack of communication. The Dr and assistant was concerned and tried to resolve the issue.
Dr Cho is caring and wants to know why I'm there. In 2019 he performed surgery/repair on my lower Right eyelid. This trip was based on questions my eye Dr wanted answers to.
Very good
They were excellent at their job, always going into detail about what they were doing, and over all they were very professional!
Excellent
Dr. Listened to my concerns.
My provider was very nice and efficient.
Do ctor very thorough.
The doctor and surgeon were both very nice and listened to what I had to say.
Very good
He didn't want to lesson to what I have to say
He's awesome
Good, but only there for a consult
I like Dr Cho. He's confident and reassuring.
Clear and complete information on my condition
Pleasant, informative, caring. Did an excellent job with my surgery.
All good no problems overall a positive experience all good
The provider did my procedure on my appt which I was so happy he did. My eye had been bothering me for a long time.
Took time to listen to me
All good
Dr. Cho is great.
Good, very professional.
Very good.
Dr. Cho is a Rock Star!! He is an excellent surgeon and really knows his craft.
Dr. Cho did a wonderful job repairing my face. I am happy with the results. A far as I'm concerned, he is the bet.Everything was good.
Tests were run to figure out why I am experiencing issues, they were normal and I was told I could have elective surgery to fix it but they didn't know why it was happening. If there is clearly an issue, backed up by measurements, but the tests you run are negative, why just hard stop there. It was dismissive.
No bad experiences. Dr. Cho and Dr. Shelly Jain are so kind. I appreciate having video appointments with Dr. Lammers in psychiatry. Rozena Davis, NP and dr.
All good
Knowledgeable regarding my eye condition.
Straight and to the point
Very good
Took things seriously
My provider is kind.
He was extremely calm and I understand need for surgery.
Dr. Cho is a very capable & conscientious provider & attentive to any concern I might present.
Dr Cho was very concerned about my condition
All good discussions
I was most impressed by his personality and mannerism. He introduced himself and was extremely caring about my problem and was great in explaining my problem along with answering all my concerns.
Treated very well.
Everyone was awesome.
All good
Dr. Cho provided my care expertly.
Awesome Dr, quite impressed
Dr. Cho's examinations are always very thorough and his knowledge/experience is excellent!
My care provider is great overall. Just sometimes I feel he is in a rush and I don't get full answers to my questions or don't feel comfortable to ask all of them.
My provider exceeds competence as well as confidence in his profession.
He was very helpful and asked questions to better understand my goals for care.
Took good care of me.