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Dr. Raymond I. Cho, MD

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(Dr. Raymond Inku Cho, MD)

(81 Ratings)

Specializes in: Ophthalmic Plastic Surgery

University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (1994)

Professional interests include: eye problems, blepharoplasty, facial paralysis, and more.

6100 North Hamilton Road 2nd Floor, Suite 2b
Westerville, OH 43081

(614) 814-8100

Dr. Raymond I. Cho, MD is an oculoplastic surgeon in Westerville, OH specializing in ophthalmic plastic surgery. He graduated from University of Cincinnati College of Medicine in 1994 and has 30 years of experience. Dr. Raymond I. Cho, MD is affiliated with Nationwide Children's Hospital, Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center (OSUCCC), OSU EYE PHYSICIANS AND SURGEONS, LLC and Ohio State University WMC.

Office Locations

Address:

6100 North Hamilton Road 2nd Floor, Suite 2b
Westerville, OH 43081

Address:

84 Valley Run Drive
Powell, OH 43065

Address:

915 Olentangy River Road Suite 5000
Columbus, OH 43212

Some issues Dr. Raymond I. Cho, MD can help you with:

Blepharoplasty

Blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure to remove excess tissue around the eyelids. With aging, skin loses elasticity. In some people, skin can pool around the eyes causing wrinkles, puffiness, under-eye bags, and drooping.

During a blepharoplasty, tiny incisions are made under local anesthesia, and any excess skin or underlying tissue is removed from the eyelids. The procedure takes between one and three hours, and patients may have bruising and swelling around their eyes for a few days afterwards. Icing the area may help.

The surgery is sometimes done along with other facial surgery as part of a facelift. Typically, a blepharoplasty is considered cosmetic. In severe cases, however, upper eyelids may droop so significantly that they make it hard to see. In these cases, blepharoplasty may be considered a necessary treatment.

Eye Problems

Millions of people every year have problems with their eyes. Some of the most common eye problems are refractive disorders, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and cataracts.

Refractive disorders happen when the shape of the eye doesn't let allow someone focus very precisely. They might be myopic (nearsighted), hyperopic (farsighted), or have an astigmatism, which is a focus problem caused by the cornea. Refractive disorders can be corrected by glasses or contacts.

Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in the United States. It happens when fluid pressure builds up within the eye and damages the optic nerve. It is treated with medications and surgery.

Diabetic retinopathy is a common complication of diabetes. The retina is tissue at the back of the eye that is filled with numerous, tiny blood vessels. When diabetes damages these delicate blood vessels, they burst or leak, leading to blind spots and blurred vision. Diabetic retinopathy can be treated with laser therapy and surgery, but often vision cannot be restored.

Macular degeneration is common in older adults. The macula is the central part of the retina and is responsible for crisp center vision. Over time, the cells in the macula begin to die, making central vision blurry. An early symptom of macular degeneration is that straight lines appear wavy.

Cataracts happen when the clear lens in the front of the eye becomes cloudy, making things look blurry or faded. They are extremely common in older people. By age 80, more than half of all Americans will have had a cataract. In early stages, prescription glasses and magnifying lenses can help. As the cataracts get worse, surgery to replace the lens may be the best option.

More than just one of the five senses, the eyes are heavily relied upon to communicate, work, and get around every day. It's important to have regular eye exams for vision stays in good shape for years to come.

Facial Paralysis

Facial paralysis is an inability to move the muscles in the face. It often affects only one side, and it can happen quite suddenly. Facial paralysis may make one's face feel frozen or numb.

Facial paralysis can happen when there is inflammation or damage to either the part of the brain that controls the facial muscles or the nerve that carries signals from the brain to the face. Some common causes include:

Stroke, which can affect the part of the brain controlling the face and prevent those muscles from working
Bell's palsy, an inflammation of the main facial nerve
Lyme disease
Birth trauma or difficult birth, which can cause facial paralysis in babies (usually temporary)
Head trauma in which nerves are damaged

Facial paralysis is a frustrating and frightening experience, but many cases are temporary and go away on their own. Even with more difficult cases, there are treatment options available, including rehabilitation, pain management, and surgery.

doctor visit	41

**Gender**
Male	50
Female	48

**Age**
From 65 to 74	46
From 75 to 84	26
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	33
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

**Gender**
Male	101
Female	100

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	160
Black	28
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	86
From 75 to 84	55
85 and over	16
Less than 65	44

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	18
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	33
Dementia	9
Cancer	13

doctor visit	209
excision	12
eye procedures	82
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	14
plastic surgery procedures	31
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	12

**Gender**
Male	105
Female	141

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	198
Black	27
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	108
From 75 to 84	77
85 and over	17
Less than 65	44

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	41
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	33
Dementia	10
Cancer	13

doctor visit	118
eye procedures	21
plastic surgery procedures	7

**Gender**
Male	65
Female	58

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	106
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	56
From 75 to 84	33
85 and over	11
Less than 65	23

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	41
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	32
Dementia	14
Cancer	9

doctor visit	172
eye procedures	21
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	13

**Gender**
Male	88
Female	82

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	148
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	72
From 75 to 84	54
85 and over	15
Less than 65	29

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	35
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	28
Dementia	14
Cancer	12

doctor visit	131
eye procedures	27
plastic surgery procedures	7

**Gender**
Male	67
Female	69

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	118
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	66
From 75 to 84	36
85 and over	14
Less than 65	20

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	44
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	24
Dementia	13
Cancer	10

doctor visit	490
excision	24
eye procedures	220
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	38
plastic surgery procedures	55
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	24

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2015 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Raymond I. Cho, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Raymond I. Cho, MD treated as an oculoplastic surgeon in Westerville, OH were eye procedures, plastic surgery procedures, lacrimal (tearing system) procedures and removal of lesion (e.g. growth).

doctor visit	194
excision	18
eye procedures	74
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	19
plastic surgery procedures	25
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	18

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2015 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Raymond I. Cho, MD.

**Gender**
Male	47
Female	49

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	5
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	73
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	28
85 and over	7
Less than 65	16
65 to 74	43

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Raymond I. Cho, MD From 2015 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Raymond I. Cho, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	42
High Cholesterol	32
Stroke	1
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	4
Osteoporosis	4
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	18
Atrial Fibrillation	4
Cancer	5
Dementia	6

Education & Training

Dr. Raymond I. Cho, MD graduated from University of Cincinnati College of Medicine in 1994. He completed residency at Brooke Army Medical Center. He is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and has a state license in Ohio.

Medical School: University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (1994)

Residency: Brooke Army Medical Center (2001)

Board Certification: American Board of Ophthalmology (2002)

Licensed In: Ohio

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Raymond I. Cho, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Nationwide Children's Hospital

Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center

Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center (OSUCCC)

OSU EYE PHYSICIANS AND SURGEONS, LLC

Ohio State University WMC

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Raymond I. Cho, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.63 out of 5 stars based on 81 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Raymond I. Cho, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Westerville, OH.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Raymond I. Cho, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Horizon Therapeutics plc	$419 TEPEZZA $419
Stryker Corporation	$142 NSE Sonopet $142
Allergan Inc.	$130 BOTOX COSMETIC $130
TissueTech, Inc.	$129 AmnioGraft $129

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$812
Education	$8

Biography

Dr. Raymond Cho practices ophthalmic plastic surgery in Columbus, OH, Powell, OH, and Westerville, OH. His areas of expertise include the following: blepharoplasty, skull base tumors, and eyelid problems. He is affiliated with Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center - Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute and Nationwide Children's Hospital. Dr. Cho attended medical school at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. He trained at Brooke Army Medical Center for residency. Dr. Cho is rated highly by his patients.