Dr. Steven Ho

Overview of Dr. Steven Ho

Brief Introduction: Dr. Steven Ho

Dr. Steven Ho is a board-certified Otolaryngologist and the only Neuro-Otologist in Brevard County, Florida, making him a uniquely specialized and invaluable resource for complex ear and skull base conditions in the region. He earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from Brown University Alpert Medical School (Class of 1996), completed a general surgery internship and ENT residency at Yale University School of Medicine, and subsequently completed a fellowship in Neurotology and Skull Base Surgery at Northwestern University School of Medicine.

Dr. Ho practices with Health First in Melbourne, Florida, where he brings sub-specialist neurotology expertise to patients across Brevard County and surrounding regions. His hospital affiliations include the prestigious Mayo Clinic in Florida and Viera Hospital, enabling him to provide continuity of care from outpatient consultation through complex surgical interventions. He is a member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery Foundation.

Dr. Ho’s sub-specialty focus on neurotology gives him advanced expertise in conditions affecting the inner ear, vestibular system, and skull base — including acoustic neuromas, cochlear implantation, complex hearing loss, vertigo, and facial nerve disorders. His training at three of the nation’s top academic medical programs ensures he brings the highest caliber of specialty surgical expertise to his Florida patients.

Education & Training

Medical School: Brown University Alpert Medical School — Doctor of Medicine (Class of 1996)

Internship: Yale University School of Medicine — General Surgery

Residency: Yale University School of Medicine — Otolaryngology (ENT)

Fellowship: Northwestern University School of Medicine — Neurotology and Skull Base Surgery

Board Certification: American Board of Otolaryngology

Professional Membership: American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery Foundation

Hospital Affiliations: Mayo Clinic in Florida; Viera Hospital; Health First, Melbourne, FL

Areas of Expertise

• Neurotology and skull base surgery — only specialist in Brevard County, FL
• Cochlear implantation and hearing restoration surgery
• Acoustic neuroma (vestibular schwannoma) diagnosis and surgical management
• Vertigo, dizziness, and balance disorder evaluation and treatment
• Inner ear and otologic conditions including chronic ear disease
• Facial nerve disorders evaluation and management
• Comprehensive ENT evaluation of ear, nose, and throat conditions
• Complex otologic surgery and skull base procedures
• Hearing loss evaluation and audiological assessment

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What is a Neuro-Otologist?

A: A Neuro-Otologist is a fellowship-trained ENT sub-specialist with advanced expertise in conditions affecting the inner ear, hearing, balance, and skull base — including acoustic neuromas, cochlear implants, and complex vertigo.

Q: Is Dr. Ho the only Neuro-Otologist in the area?

A: Yes, Dr. Ho is Brevard County’s only Neuro-Otologist, making him the area’s leading resource for advanced inner ear and skull base conditions.

Q: Where did Dr. Ho complete his training?

A: He trained at Brown University (MD), Yale University School of Medicine (internship and ENT residency), and Northwestern University School of Medicine (neurotology fellowship).

Q: Where does Dr. Ho practice?

A: He practices with Health First in Melbourne, FL, with affiliations at Mayo Clinic in Florida and Viera Hospital.

Q: Does Dr. Ho accept insurance?

A: Yes, he accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and approximately 36 insurance plans.