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    MediFind found 31 doctor with experience in Geographic Tongue near Los Angeles, CA. Of these, 29 are Experienced and 2 are Advanced.

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    31 providers found
      Experienced in Geographic Tongue
      Otolaryngology | General Surgery
      Experienced in Geographic Tongue
      Otolaryngology | General Surgery

      City Of Hope Medical Foundation

      209 Fair Oaks Ave, 
      South Pasadena, CA 
       (7.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Ellie Maghami is an Otolaryngologist and a General Surgeon in South Pasadena, California. Dr. Maghami is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Geographic Tongue. Her top areas of expertise are Salivary Gland Tumors, Thyroid Cancer, Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer, Thyroidectomy, and Laryngectomy.

      Advanced in Geographic Tongue
      Plastic Surgery | Otolaryngology
      Advanced in Geographic Tongue
      Plastic Surgery | Otolaryngology

      Geoffrey Trenkle Do A Professional Medical Corporation

      1700 E Cesar E Chavez Ave, Suite 2500, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (1.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Geoffrey Trenkle is a Plastic Surgeon and an Otolaryngologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Trenkle is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Geographic Tongue. His top areas of expertise are Familial Deafness, Infant Hearing Loss, Tinnitus, Thyroidectomy, and Gastrostomy.

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      Experienced in Geographic Tongue
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Geographic Tongue
      Otolaryngology

      Jahangir Sharifi MD Inc

      1701 E Cesar E Chavez Ave, Suite 560, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (1.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Cheryl Nocon is an Otolaryngologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Nocon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Geographic Tongue. Her top areas of expertise are Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands, Salivary Gland Tumors, Polymorphous Low Grade Adenocarcinoma, Laryngectomy, and Gastrostomy.

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      Experienced in Geographic Tongue
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Geographic Tongue
      Family Medicine

      Prohealth Partners, A Medical Group

      1401 S Grand Ave, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (1.8 miles away)
      Experience:
      9+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Michelle Crespo is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Crespo has been practicing medicine for over 9 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Geographic Tongue. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Papular Urticaria, and Familial Hypertension.

      Experienced in Geographic Tongue
      Experienced in Geographic Tongue
      1513 S Grand Ave, Suite 310, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (1.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Christina Mcalpin is an Otolaryngologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Mcalpin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Geographic Tongue. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Deafness, Empyema, Sinusitis, Adenoidectomy, and Myringotomy.

      Experienced in Geographic Tongue
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Geographic Tongue
      Otolaryngology

      USC Care Medical Group Inc

      1500 San Pablo St, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Uttam Sinha is an Otolaryngologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Sinha is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Geographic Tongue. His top areas of expertise are Tongue Cancer, Swallowing Difficulty, Laryngeal Cancer, Thyroidectomy, and Laryngectomy.

      Experienced in Geographic Tongue
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Geographic Tongue
      Internal Medicine
      2675 W Olympic Blvd, Suite 202, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Heesoo Jeong is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Jeong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Geographic Tongue. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Otitis, Bronchiolitis Obliterans, and Tracheitis.

      Experienced in Geographic Tongue
      Otolaryngology | Pediatric Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Geographic Tongue
      Otolaryngology | Pediatric Otolaryngology

      Kevin Jae Choi MD Ms A Professional Medical Corporation

      966 S Western Ave, Suite 101, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (3.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Kevin Choi is an Otolaryngologist and a Pediatric Otolaryngologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Choi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Geographic Tongue. His top areas of expertise are Tinnitus, Familial Deafness, Infant Hearing Loss, Myringotomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Choi is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Geographic Tongue
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Geographic Tongue
      Family Medicine
      4950 W Sunset Blvd, 4th Floor, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (4.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Ngozi Chukwu is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Chukwu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Geographic Tongue. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Food Allergy, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Vitamin D Deficiency.

      Experienced in Geographic Tongue
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Geographic Tongue
      Otolaryngology
      181 South Buena Vista Street, Floor 3, 
      Burbank, CA 
       (8.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Vivian Wu is an Otolaryngologist in Burbank, California. Dr. Wu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Geographic Tongue. Her top areas of expertise are Tongue Cancer, Throat Cancer, Laryngeal Cancer, Gastrostomy, and Laryngectomy.

      Advanced in Geographic Tongue
      Plastic Surgery | Otolaryngology
      Advanced in Geographic Tongue
      Plastic Surgery | Otolaryngology
      9001 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 204, 
      Beverly Hills, CA 
       (8.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Andrew Berman is a Plastic Surgeon and an Otolaryngologist in Beverly Hills, California. Dr. Berman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Geographic Tongue. His top areas of expertise are Geographic Tongue, Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss, Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome, Infant Hearing Loss, and Gastrostomy.

      Experienced in Geographic Tongue
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Geographic Tongue
      Internal Medicine
      1500 S Central Ave, Suite 314, 
      Glendale, CA 
       (5.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Lim Taw is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Glendale, California. Dr. Taw is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Geographic Tongue. His top areas of expertise are Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and High Cholesterol.

      Experienced in Geographic Tongue
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Geographic Tongue
      Family Medicine
      701 S Atlantic Blvd Ste 100, 
      Monterey Park, CA 
       (5.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Yuan Liu is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Monterey Park, California. Dr. Liu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Geographic Tongue. Her top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Arthritis, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Liver Transplant, and Tissue Biopsy.

      Experienced in Geographic Tongue
      Pediatrics | General Practice
      Experienced in Geographic Tongue
      Pediatrics | General Practice

      Luis A. Galdamez, MD Inc.

      2955 E Florence Ave, 
      Huntington Park, CA 
       (5.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Violeta Galdamez is a primary care provider, a Pediatrics specialist and a General Practice provider in Huntington Park, California. Dr. Galdamez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Geographic Tongue. Her top areas of expertise are Fumarase Deficiency, Multiple Symmetric Lipomatosis, Erdheim-Chester Disease, and Gracile Syndrome.

      Experienced in Geographic Tongue
      Pediatrics | General Practice | Family Medicine
      Experienced in Geographic Tongue
      Pediatrics | General Practice | Family Medicine

      Sin Fronteras Health And Wellness Center Inc A Professional Corporat

      6006 Whittier Blvd, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (6.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jose Diaz is a primary care provider, a Pediatrics specialist and a General Practice provider in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Diaz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Geographic Tongue. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), COVID-19, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), Tracheitis, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

      Experienced in Geographic Tongue
      Family Medicine | Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Geographic Tongue
      Family Medicine | Internal Medicine
      1300 N La Brea Ave, 
      Hollywood, CA 
       (6.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Gordon Van Tassell is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine and Internal Medicine in Hollywood, California. Dr. Van Tassell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Geographic Tongue. His top areas of expertise are Gonorrhea, Syphilis, Urethritis, and Cellulitis.

      Experienced in Geographic Tongue
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Geographic Tongue
      Family Medicine
      6901 Atlantic Ave, 
      Cudahy, CA 
       (6.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Sharareh Shabafrooz is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Cudahy, California. Dr. Shabafrooz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Geographic Tongue. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, Food Allergy, and Vitamin D Deficiency.

      Experienced in Geographic Tongue
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Geographic Tongue
      Otolaryngology
      103 N Garfield Ave, Suite G, 
      Alhambra, CA 
       (7.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Veling Tsai is an Otolaryngologist in Alhambra, California. Dr. Tsai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Geographic Tongue. His top areas of expertise are Familial Deafness, Autonomic Neuropathy, Tinnitus, Swimmer's Ear, and Laryngectomy.

      Experienced in Geographic Tongue
      Otolaryngology | Plastic Surgery
      Experienced in Geographic Tongue
      Otolaryngology | Plastic Surgery
      301 S Fair Oaks Ave, Suite 406, 
      Pasadena, CA 
       (7.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Ted Shen is an Otolaryngologist and a Plastic Surgeon in Pasadena, California. Dr. Shen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Geographic Tongue. His top areas of expertise are Sinusitis, Swimmer's Ear, Grass Allergy, Balloon Sinuplasty, and Myringotomy.

      Experienced in Geographic Tongue
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Geographic Tongue
      Otolaryngology

      Cedars-Sinai Medical Care Foundation

      8631 W 3rd St, Suite 510, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (8.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Ankona Ghosh is an Otolaryngologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Ghosh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Geographic Tongue. Her top areas of expertise are Subglottic Stenosis, Male Pattern Baldness, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), and TMJ Disorders.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Geographic Tongue?

      Geographic tongue is characterized by irregular patches on the surface of the tongue. This gives it a map-like appearance.

      When should I see a Geographic Tongue doctor near Los Angeles, 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 Geographic Tongue doctor near Los Angeles, 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 Geographic Tongue doctors near Los Angeles, 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 Geographic Tongue doctors near Los Angeles, 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 Geographic Tongue doctor near Los Angeles, 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 Geographic Tongue doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Geographic Tongue 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 Geographic Tongue doctor near Los Angeles, 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 Geographic Tongue 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 Geographic Tongue 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 Geographic Tongue doctors near Los Angeles, CA?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Geographic Tongue 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 Geographic Tongue doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Geographic Tongue 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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