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Olivia S. Ho, M.D., M.S.

  1. Plastic Surgeon

Departments

Location

  1. Jacksonville, Florida

Languages

English

Olivia Ho, M.D., FRCSC, MMSc, MPH, FACS, is a plastic surgeon with extensive training and experience in reconstructive surgery and microsurgery. Her dual board certifications in Canada and the United States, as well as her fellowships and advanced degrees, reflect her commitment to excellence in clinical practice as well as academic training and research.

Dr. Ho's practice focuses on complex reconstruction and microsurgery, including head and neck, breast, trunk, extremity, and lymphedema reconstruction, as well as gender-affirming surgery. Her research interests include outcomes research, health services research and quality improvement.

She graduated from the McMaster University School of Medicine and completed her Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery residency training at the University of Toronto. Dr. Ho completed Reconstructive Microsurgery fellowship training at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and the Harvard Medical School Plastic Surgery Program, with an emphasis on breast cancer and reconstruction, breast aesthetic surgery, and gender-affirming surgery. She then completed a second fellowship in Comprehensive Microsurgery including Oncologic, Traumatic and Lymphedema Reconstruction at the world-renowned Chang Gung Memorial Hospital in Taiwan, where she trained with the fields' pioneers and leading experts.

  1. Breast cancer-related lymphedema
  2. Lymphedema
  1. Breast reconstruction
  2. Breast reconstruction with breast implants
  3. Breast reconstruction with flap surgery
  4. Breast reduction
  5. Breast surgery
  6. Buccal fat pad flap
  7. Cosmetic surgery
  8. Facial fracture repair
  9. Facial reconstruction
  10. Fat transfer
  11. Free flap
  12. Gender affirming surgery
  13. Gynecomastia surgery
  14. Hand surgery
  15. Head and neck reconstruction
  16. Image-guided surgery
  17. Microvascular reconstruction
  18. Microvascular surgery
  19. Skin cancer excision
  20. Skin cancer reconstruction
  • Breast reconstruction and restoration
  • Gender affirming surgery
  • Head and neck reconstruction
  • Extremity reconstruction
  • Skin cancer reconstruction
  • Lymphedema
  • Perforator flaps
  • Microsurgery
  • Health services research
  • Comparative effectiveness research
  • Quality improvement initiatives and research
  1. 2020
    MPHHarvard School of Public Health
  2. 2017
    Fellowship - Comprehensive Microsurgery & Oncology, Trauma, Lymphedema ReconstructionChang Gung Memorial Hospital
  3. 2017
    MMedSc - International Master of Science Program in Reconstructive MicrosurgeryChang Gung University
  4. 2015
    Diploma - Clinical EffectivenessHarvard School of Public Health
  5. 2015
    Fellowship - Microsurgery and Breast Reconstructive SurgeryHarvard Medical School, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
  6. 2014
    Residency - Plastic & Reconstructive SurgeryUniversity of Toronto
  7. 2009
    MDMcMaster University
  8. 2006
    BHS - BHScMcMaster University

Certifications

  1. 2021
    Plastic SurgeryAmerican Board of Plastic Surgery

Awards and honors

  1. 2024
    Chairman's MedalPlastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery, University of Toronto
  2. 2023
    Outstanding Mentor AwardClinical Research Internship Summer Program, Department Of Education
  3. 2023
    Rise for Equity Conference ScholarshipMayo Clinic
  4. 2023
    RACER AwardResearch Accelerator for Clinicians Engaged in Research (RACER)
  5. 2013
    Canada Meeting Award: Best Scientific Paper Presentation, Group for the Advancement of Microsurgery (GAM) Annual MeetingGroup for the Advancement of Microsurgery (GAM)
  6. 2013
    Best Clinical Paper Award, University of Toronto Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Resident Research DayUniversity of Toronto, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
  7. 2007
    The McMaster Plaque AwardMcMaster University
  8. 2007
    Academic Achievement Award, Varsity FencingOntario University Athletics (OUA)
  9. 2007
    Marauders Scholar Award, Varsity FencingMcMaster University
  10. 2006
    Academic Achievement Award, Varsity FencingOntario University Athletics (OUA)
  11. 2006
    Marauders Scholar Award, Varsity FencingMcMaster University
  12. 2006
    Dean's Honour ListMcMaster University
  13. 2005
    The Yates ScholarshipMcMaster University
  14. 2005
    Chenille "M" AwardMcMaster University
  15. 2005
    Academic Achievement Award, Varsity FencingOntario University Athletics (OUA)
  16. 2005
    Marauders Scholar Award, Varsity FencingMcMaster University
  17. 2005
    Dean's Honour ListMcMaster University
  18. 2004
    Academic Achievement Award, Varsity FencingOntario University Athletics (OUA)
  19. 2004
    Marauders Scholar Award, Varsity FencingMcMaster University
  20. 2004
    Dean's Honour ListMcMaster University
  21. 2003
    Physics Book PrizeMcMaster University
  22. 2003
    Dean's Honour ListMcMaster University
  23. 2002
    McMaster Honours AwardMcMaster University
  24. 2002
    Gold Duke of Edinburgh's AwardThe Duke of Edinburgh's Award
  25. 2001
    Silver Duke of Edinburgh's AwardThe Duke of Edinburgh's Award
  26. 2000
    Bronze Duke of Edinburgh's AwardThe Duke of Edinburgh's Award

Professional memberships

  1. 2025 - present
    MemberDiversity Equity Inclusion Committee, American Association of Plastic Surgeons (AAPS)
  2. 2025 - present
    MemberMayo Clinic Graduate Education Committee
  3. 2025 - present
    MemberGraduate Education Committee, American Society for Microsurgery (ASRM)
  4. 2025
    Executive SponsorLGBTQIA+ Mayo Employee Resource Group (MERG), Mayo Clinic
  5. 2025 - present
    MemberBuncke Lectureship Committee, American Society for Microsurgery (ASRM)
  6. 2024 - present
    MemberResearch & Education Committee, American Association of Plastic Surgeons
  7. 2024 - present
    MemberAwards Committee, Plastic Surgery Research Council (PSRC)
  8. 2024 - present
    MemberEducation Committee, Plastic Surgery Research Council (PSRC)
  9. 2024
    ChairClinical Competency Committee, Plastic Surgery Integrated Residency Program
  10. 2024
    MemberMentorship Program, American College of Surgeons
  11. 2024
    ConsultantMedical Microinstruments Inc.
  12. 2024 - present
    MemberNominations Committee, American Society for Microsurgery (ASRM)
  13. 2024 - present
    MemberMentorship Program, ASRM ( American Society of Reconstructive Microsurgeons)
  14. 2024 - present
    MemberWomen's Microsurgery Group (WMG), Mentorship Program, ASRM ( American Society of Reconstructive Microsurgeons)
  15. 2024 - present
    MemberAmerican Association of Plastic Surgeons
  16. 2023 - present
    MemberFaculty-At-Large, Academic Affairs Executive Committee, Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine
  17. 2023 - present
    MemberDiversity and Inclusion Committee, American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)
  18. 2023 - present
    MemberResident Curriculum Development Committee, American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)
  19. 2023 - present
    MemberLeadership Development Committee, American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)
  20. 2023 - 2024
    Abstract Reviewer2024 Annual Meeting Program, American Society for Microsurgery (ASRM)
  21. 2023 - present
    MemberProgram Committee, Plastic Surgery Research Council (PSRC)
  22. 2023 - present
    MemberCurriculum Committee, American Council of Academic of Plastic Surgeons (ACAPS)
  23. 2023 - present
    MemberEducation Committee, World Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery (WSRM)
  24. 2023 - present
    LeadPlastic Surgery Site, Breast Disease Group, Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center
  25. 2023 - present
    MemberMulti-institution Epic Specialty Steering Board, Mayo Clinic
  26. 2023 - present
    ChairEquity Inclusion and Diversity Taskforce, Department of Surgery
  27. 2023 - present
    RepresentativeAcademic Affairs Council (AAC), Plastic Surgery Research Council (PSRC)/American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)
  28. 2023 - present
    Diversity LeaderDepartment of Surgery
  29. 2023 - present
    MemberBy-Laws Committee, American Society for Microsurgery (ASRM)
  30. 2023 - present
    MemberWomen's Microsurgery Group Committee (WMG), American Society for Microsurgery (ASRM)
  31. 2023 - present
    MemberAmerican Council of Academic of Plastic Surgeons
  32. 2023 - present
    MemberAmerican Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)
  33. 2022 - present
    MemberPSRC Plastic Surgery Research Council Bylaws Committee
  34. 2022 - 2024
    MemberSearch Committee, Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery
  35. 2022 - present
    MemberBylaws Committee, Plastic Surgery Research Council (PSRC)
  36. 2022 - present
    Committee MemberWSRM World Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery - Nominations Committee
  37. 2022 - 2023
    MemberNominations Committee, World Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery (WSRM)
  38. 2022 - 2024
    Faculty InterviewerIntegrated Plastic Surgery Residency Program, Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery
  39. 2022
    MemberSearch Committee, Clinical Psychologist for Transgender and Intersex Specialty Care Clinic (TISCC)
  40. 2022 - present
    MemberMentorship Program, Plastic Surgery Research Council (PSRC)
  41. 2022 - present
    MemberAmerican College of Surgeons
  42. 2021 - 2022
    MemberClinical Psychologist Search Committee, Transgender & Intersex Specialty Care Clinic, Division of Endocrinology
  43. 2021 - 2022
    Faculty InterviewerGeneral Surgery Residency Program, Section of General Surgery, Department of Surgery
  44. 2021 - present
    Quality Improvement ChampionClinical Practice Quality Oversight Committee, Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery
  45. 2020 - present
    Peer Review CommitteeAgency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) Evidence-Based Practice Center Program
  46. 2020 - present
    MemberAmerican Medical Women's Association
  47. 2020 - present
    Faculty MemberJacksonville Chapter, American Medical Women's Association
  48. 2020 - present
    VolunteerHegrit, Mayo Clinic
  49. 2020 - present
    MemberAmerican Medical Women's Association
  50. 2020 - present
    MemberPlastic Surgery Research Council (PSRC)
  51. 2020 - present
    MemberWomen's Health Clinic Advisory Leadership Committee
  52. 2020 - present
    MemberWorld Society For Reconstructive Microsurgery (WSRM)
  53. 2019 - present
    MemberJacksonville Society of Plastic Surgeons
  54. 2019 - present
    MemberThe Greater Jacksonville Society of Plastic Surgeons
  55. 2017 - 2019
    ExaminerObjective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE), McMaster University
  56. 2016 - present
    MemberAutologous Breast Reconstruction Performance Measures Work Group, American Society of Plastic Surgeons
  57. 2016 - 2017
    MemberAutologous Breast Reconstruction Performance Measures Work Group, American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)
  58. 2015 - present
    MemberAmerican Society of Reconstructive Microsurgeons (ASRM)
  59. 2014 - present
    MemberRoyal College of Surgeons and Physicians of Canada
  60. 2009 - present
    MemberCanadian Medical Association
  61. 2007 - 2008
    Co-ChairSurgery Interest Group (SIG), McMaster University
  62. 2006 - 2009
    MemberSurgery Interest Group (SIG), McMaster University
  63. 2006 - 2007
    Vice PresidentMedical Student Council, McMaster University
  64. 2006 - 2007
    Team CaptainVarsity Fencing, McMaster University
  65. 2006 - 2007
    Class RepresentativeMichael G. DeGroote Medical School, McMaster University
  66. 2005 - 2007
    MemberMcMaster Athletics Council, McMaster University
  67. 2005 - 2006
    EducatorHealth & Wellness Center, McMaster University
  68. 2005 - 2006
    Fundraising CoordinatorMcMaster University Chapter, Relay for Life, Canadian Cancer Society
  69. 2003 - 2007
    Team MemberVarsity Fencing, McMaster University

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