The 20 Best Cholesteatoma Doctors Near Me in la jolla, CA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 19 doctor with experience in Cholesteatoma near la jolla, CA. Of these, 14 are Experienced and 5 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Cholesteatoma
    Advanced in Cholesteatoma
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    Scripps Clinic Torrey Pines

    10710 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Alexander is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Alexander is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholesteatoma. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ruptured Eardrum, Infant Hearing Loss, Acoustic Neuroma, and Schwannoma.

    Experienced in Cholesteatoma
    Pediatric Otolaryngology | Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Cholesteatoma
    Pediatric Otolaryngology | Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    3262 Holiday Ct Ste 204, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Seth Pransky is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist and an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Pransky is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholesteatoma. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis, Aphthous Stomatitis, Canker Sore, Myringotomy, and Adenoidectomy.

    Experienced in Cholesteatoma
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Cholesteatoma
    Internal Medicine

    Scripps Clinic Torrey Pines

    10710 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sally Kim is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholesteatoma. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sitosterolemia, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, and Osteopenia.

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    Advanced in Cholesteatoma
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Cholesteatoma
    Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    Garfield Specialty Center

    5893 Copley Drive, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (5.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Erika Woodson is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Woodson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholesteatoma. She is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Schwannoma, Acoustic Neuroma, Malignant Otitis Externa, and Infant Hearing Loss. Dr. Woodson is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Cholesteatoma
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Cholesteatoma
    Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    California Head And Neck Specialists

    5405 Oberlin Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (5.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ritvik Mehta is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Mehta is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholesteatoma. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Jones Syndrome, Tinnitus, and Myringotomy. Dr. Mehta is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology.

    Advanced in Cholesteatoma
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Cholesteatoma
    Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    3030 Childrens Way, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (7.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Elina Kari is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Kari is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholesteatoma. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Infant Hearing Loss, Malignant Otitis Externa, Ruptured Eardrum, Cholesteatoma, and Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery.

    Experienced in Cholesteatoma
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Cholesteatoma
    Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    California Head And Neck Specialists

    5405 Oberlin Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (5.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Audrey Calzada is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Calzada is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholesteatoma. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Jones Syndrome, Mastoidectomy, and Myringotomy. Dr. Calzada is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology.

    Experienced in Cholesteatoma
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Cholesteatoma
    Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    Sharp Memorial Hospital

    7901 Frost St, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (7.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael O'leary is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. O'leary is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholesteatoma. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss, Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome, DFNB1, and Infant Hearing Loss.

    Experienced in Cholesteatoma
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Cholesteatoma
    Internal Medicine

    Scripps Clinic Carmel Valley

    3811 Valley Centre Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrew Lai is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Lai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholesteatoma. His clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Hemochromatosis.

    Experienced in Cholesteatoma
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Cholesteatoma
    Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    Scripps Clinic Carmel Valley

    3811 Valley Centre Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Beros is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Beros is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholesteatoma. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Perichondritis, Nasal Septal Hematoma, Low Nasal Bridge, and Familial Deafness.

    Experienced in Cholesteatoma
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Cholesteatoma
    Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    UC San Diego

    200 W Arbor Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jacob Husseman is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Husseman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholesteatoma. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ruptured Eardrum, Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia, Tonsil Stones, Infant Hearing Loss, and Myringotomy.

    Experienced in Cholesteatoma
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Cholesteatoma
    Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    UC San Diego

    200 W Arbor Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Quyen Nguyen is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Nguyen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholesteatoma. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Facial Paralysis, Progressive Hemifacial Atrophy, Recurrent Peripheral Facial Palsy, and Bell's Palsy.

    Experienced in Cholesteatoma
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Cholesteatoma
    Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    UC San Diego

    200 W Arbor Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mena Said is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Said is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholesteatoma. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Anosmia, Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo, Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder, and Osteochondroma.

    Experienced in Cholesteatoma
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Cholesteatoma
    Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    UC San Diego

    200 W Arbor Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amy Wu is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Wu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholesteatoma. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Tonsil Stones, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Empyema, and Sinusitis.

    Experienced in Cholesteatoma
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Cholesteatoma
    Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    3805 Front St, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (8.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Bush is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Bush is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholesteatoma. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Otitis, Ruptured Eardrum, Infant Hearing Loss, and Malignant Otitis Externa.

    Advanced in Cholesteatoma
    Advanced in Cholesteatoma
    Referral may be required

    Sharp Healthcare

    10670 Wexford St, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (12.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Philip Littlefield is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Littlefield is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholesteatoma. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ruptured Eardrum, Ear Cancer, Infant Hearing Loss, Cholesteatoma, and Mastoidectomy.

    Experienced in Cholesteatoma
    Plastic Surgery | Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Cholesteatoma
    Plastic Surgery | Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    Kaiser Permanente Zion Medical Center

    4647 Zion Ave, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (10.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alexander Battaglia is a Plastic Surgeon and an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Battaglia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholesteatoma. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tonsillitis, Otosclerosis, Familial Otosclerosis, Cholesteatoma, and Myringotomy.

    Experienced in Cholesteatoma
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Cholesteatoma
    Internal Medicine

    Family Health Centers Of San Diego

    823 Gateway Center Way, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (12.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Korean

    Tae Yoon is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Yoon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholesteatoma. His clinical expertise encompasses Otitis, Cholesteatoma, Otitis Media with Effusion, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Myringotomy.

    Experienced in Cholesteatoma
    Experienced in Cholesteatoma
    Referral may be required

    Scripps Memorial Hospital-Encinitas

    354 Santa Fe Dr, 
    Encinitas, CA 
     (14.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Hernan Goldsztein is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Encinitas, California. Dr. Goldsztein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholesteatoma. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Jones Syndrome, and Mastoiditis.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Cholesteatoma?

    Cholesteatoma is a type of skin cyst that is located in the middle ear and mastoid bone in the skull.

    When should I see a Cholesteatoma doctor near la jolla, CA?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Cholesteatoma doctor near la jolla, CA?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Cholesteatoma doctors near la jolla, CA?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Cholesteatoma doctors near la jolla, CA?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Cholesteatoma doctor near la jolla, CA?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Cholesteatoma doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Cholesteatoma doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Cholesteatoma doctor near la jolla, CA?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Cholesteatoma doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Cholesteatoma doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Cholesteatoma doctors near la jolla, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Cholesteatoma doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Cholesteatoma doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Cholesteatoma doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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