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Dr. Janie Ho, MD

Dr. Janie Ho, MD

Ophthalmology*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Janie Ho, MD is an ophthalmologist in Largo, FL and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Duke University School of Medicine in 2000. She is affiliated with HCA Florida South Tampa Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 75 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (75 reviews)

At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Ho specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top HospitalPatient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Recent ReviewsReviews made in the last 30 days. See reviews

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Dr. Ho's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ho

4.9
75 ratings, 64 with a written review
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Excellent doctor on all levels
Dr Ho is extremely knowledgeable, thorough and open to listening to my thoughts and questions. I always appreciate her awareness of all of my medical issues and how they relate to retina health.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Apr 10, 2025
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Disappointed, be cautious
Rushed me in for supposedly retina detachment.In desperation, after four plus failed procedures and worse eye vision Ho said there was no more she could do for me, handed me a two dollar off eye drop coupon and said good luck.Stay away, no expertise was ever experienced. Taken advantage of in the medical claim game. Steer clear of Janice Ho.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Scott – Oct 26, 2024
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Respectful
Everytime I visit Dr. Ho and the Eye Institute, I feel listened to by the doctor and staff. Dr. Ho is able to explain things to me in a manner that makes me feel knowledgable instead of dumb about what is going on.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Happy Patient – Sep 11, 2024
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I am grateful to Dr Ho and the Eye Institute.
Had a vision scare one afternoon and was promptly scheduled the next morning. Ever so thankful.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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David Moore – Jan 13, 2024
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My experience with Dr. Ho was exceptional.
She was friendly, provided all the necessary information with me, and I am confident in her judgment and abilities.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 30, 2023
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Dr. Ho
Very professional and courteous.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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RLE – Aug 01, 2023
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High Quality Physician
Dr. Ho is an excellent doctor. She is very thorough and explains conditions well. She is also an excellent diagnostician. She came up with a possible diagnosis for me after putting all her tests together and exploring other symptoms with me. She is friendly and communicates very well
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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May 20, 2023
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Excellent doctor
Excellent experience with Dr. Ho. My mother's vision is back thanks to her knowledge and care. Her team is great as well.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Feb 23, 2023
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Dr. Ho is thorough and gives terrific explanations, keeps her patients calm and addresses situations head on. She is terrific to have on your side. I do recommend you give yourself extra time, as she spends extra time with each patient that needs it, so things often run behind. Can’t complain though, she’s there for you, too.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Danielle shelton – Oct 06, 2021
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Dr. Ho is very professional and takes the time to discuss every diagnosis and explain options. She has the expertise for numerous treatments. Several friends have been treated by her and also recommend her highly.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 06, 2021
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Dr. Ho is extremely diligent and listens, communicates and explains clearly.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Oct 02, 2021
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I was scared I may have a retinal tear. I was scared of anything coming near my eyes. And I was terrified of having my eyes dialated for the first time ever! Not only was Dr. Ho friendly and relaxed while discussing my test results, but she explained what was happening to my eye so that I easily understood. I also have to compliment her assistant who was not only charming, but so easy going I instantly relaxed. He explained each test he did and why. He was unfazed by my fears and casually talked me through each one like a pro! I will never go anywhere else for my eyes!!! Excellent staff and Doctor. Covid protocol followed for everyone's safety made me feel even more confortable!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Patricia S. – Sep 21, 2021
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Check in and intake were quick and friendly. Evaluation thorough and reassuring. Dr Ho was very knowledgeable regarding my most unusual diagnosis. Would highly recommend.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Rebecca – Sep 20, 2021
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Dr Ho was right about my eyes condition/problems and quickly assessed my condition. She is friendly, professional and gentle.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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JMP – Sep 02, 2021
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Dr. Ho is always concise, professional, personable, and comunicative.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 31, 2021
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I cannot recommend Dr Ho more highly! 8 days following ear surgery, I noticed blurred vision in one eye and found it to have become very dilated. Researching causes on the internet, I was reading root cause could be stroke but had no other symptoms. I did not want to visit the ER what with COVID so called ophthalmologists in the area but could not get same day appointment until I recalled seeing Dr Jory Williams on Howard Ave 5-10 years ago. I was scheduled to see Dr Ho in 2 hours. All staff were attentive and professional. Dr. Ho conducted a very comprehensive exam, tests and screened me for stroke and trauma. When I told her I had recently had surgery, she asked if I had been given a motion sickness patch and I said 'yes' and had placed it below the ear NOT operated on. Aha. She explained it contained the same ingredient as in eye dilating drops. The condition resolved within 24 hours. I was very impressed.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Patricia E. – Aug 29, 2021
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Dr. Ho is very personable, professional and competent. During my visit, she was punctual and courteous. Dr. Ho asked questions, was gentle and thorough in her exam, and she explained everything she was doing (and why) in terms I could understand. She took time to answer my questions and never made me feel rushed. By the time my exam was over, I knew I had picked an excellent doctor and that my eyes are in good hands. I highly recommend her.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Diane Neyenhouse – Aug 21, 2021
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Dr Ho is professional and knowledgeable. This was the first time I visited the office and Dr Ho and the entire team made me feel comfortable
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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PF -Tampa – Aug 19, 2021
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Very happy with my visit. After making a day-of-appointment for a worrisome issue, was called and offered an earlier time slot which I happily took. Not only was Dr. Ho personable, kind, and informative, but so was the staff that surrounded her. I was able to have my issue taken care of promptly that morning and look forward to my follow-up in a couple weeks.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Would recommend as well as go back again – Aug 15, 2021
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Dr. Ho was fantastic. She took her time, was very thorough, explained her diagnosis and gave me a treatment for my macular degeneration that was far better than my previous doctor. The whole staff was excellent.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 13, 2021
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About Me

care philosophy

The Eye Institute of West Florida delivers clinical excellence in every subspecialty field of ophthalmology with our fellowship trained physicians who utilize innovations, advanced medicines and latest techniques to deliver quality patient outcomes in a warm and friendly environment.

biography

Janie Ho, M.D. is a board certified ophthalmologist, fellowship trained in medical and surgical vitreoretinal diseases. She received her Bachelor of Arts from Harvard University and her medical degree from Duke University. She completed her internship...read more
  • Ophthalmology

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  • Massachusetts Eye And Ear Infirmary

    Fellowship Hospital
  • University Of California - San Francisco

    Residency Hospital
  • Metrowest Medical Center

    Internship Hospital
  • Duke University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2000
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
Ophthalmology
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • HCA Florida South Tampa Hospital

    2901 W Swann Ave
    Tampa, FL 33609
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

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