Robert Pema, DO
Physician
Otolaryngology
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614-366-3687Conditions and expertise
- Vocal Cord Paralysis
- Vestibular Neuronitis
- Tongue Diseases
- Vertigo
- Tinnitus
- Thyroid Nodule
Locations
- East Hospital
- Ear, Nose and Throat in Outpatient Care East
Academic information
Department: Otolaryngology
About
- Gender
- Male
Biography
As an otolaryngologist at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, I specialize in sinus surgery, sleep apnea, thyroid surgery and pediatrics. I have a special interest in sinus issues and implants for seizure disorders, as well as treating children for tonsil issues and ear tubes.
I believe using a holistic approach to patient care, and not just simply treating a patient’s symptoms. I think it’s important to listen to each patient’s concerns and work with him or her to resolve any issues.
I love my job and enjoy working with my patients to help improve their quality of life. The Ohio State University’s Department of Otolaryngology is ranked as one of the best in the nation, and our physicians work together to give patients the best care and medical therapy. I am very happy to have found my purpose as an ENT physician.
In my free time I enjoy running, playing tennis and spending as much time as possible with my wife and four children.
Highlights
- Presidential Achievement Award, two-time winner
- Residency director, Doctors Hospital's Otolaryngology program, 1996 - 2013
- Chairman, RPAC of CORE Ohio, a committee to expand educational opportunities for all osteopathic ENT residents in Ohio
Conditions and expertise
- Airway Obstruction
- Audiology
- Cough
- Dizziness
- Eardrum Perforation
- ENT Diseases
- Eustachian Tube
- Facial Injuries
- Goiter
- Headache
- Hearing Loss
- Hoarseness
- Hypercalcemia
- Hyperthyroidism
- Labyrinthitis
- Meniere Disease
- Nasal Obstruction
- Nosebleed
- Otitis Externa
- Otitis Media
- Otolaryngology
- Sinusitis
- Sleep Apnea Syndromes
- Sleep Disorders
- Snoring
- Thyroid Nodule
- Tinnitus
- Tongue Diseases
- Vertigo
- Vestibular Neuronitis
- Vocal Cord Paralysis
Locations
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Credentials
Education
- Residency - Otolaryngology
- OhioHealth - Doctors Hospital, Columbus, OH, United States
7/1/1990 - 7/31/1995 - Doctor of Osteopathy (DO)
- Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Athens, OH, United States
1/1/1986 - 1/1/1990
Certification
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American Osteopathic Board of Otolaryngology and Facial Plastic Surgery
4/30/1996
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.
238 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
Patient Comments
Consulting and related relationships
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As of 11/3/2025, Robert Pema has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
The Doctor was awesome
He was very kind and quick with getting me through the appointment. He listened to my experience and got me set up with a surgery date far sooner than I expected it to be
Too long a wait for the appointment
Listened well empathetic thorough and explaining well..
Dr. PEMA is exceptionally experienced, very competent and knowledgeable.
Very good
He seemed very concerns about my concerns
Good listeners all around
Dr. Pema was kind and had a great sense of humor. He listened well and answered my questions. He explained the audiology testing results and the plan of care moving forward.
Good
Excellent
Dr. Pema was fantastic. He was very thorough and very clear and very nice. LOVED his socks - put me at ease.
Explained and listened well.
Dr. Pema and Dr. Woods are very kind and professional.
Doctor Pema was great he made me feel at ease about the tumor discovered in my neck
Came in was super quick and told me what I had got the hearing test done and I was out
He is extremely knowledgeable and thorough. Very compassionate and listens to everything. I appreciate how at ease he makes me feel as a patient.
Excellent - got me in and was kind, courteous, and efficient
Good
Dr Pema was very friendly and courteous. He answered my question and informed me he'd make sure he would be in touch with the referring physician Dr Dalm