The 20 Best Laryngomalacia Doctors Near Me in San Diego, CA

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The 20 Best Laryngomalacia Doctors near San Diego, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 13 doctor with experience in Laryngomalacia near San Diego, CA. Of these, 9 are Experienced, 3 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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13 providers found
    Distinguished in Laryngomalacia
    Pediatric Otolaryngology
    Distinguished in Laryngomalacia
    Pediatric Otolaryngology

    Office

    3030 Childrens Way Ste 402, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Brigger is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Brigger is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Laryngomalacia. His top areas of expertise are Laryngomalacia, Tongue Tie, Tonsillitis, Adenoidectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Laryngomalacia
    Pediatric Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Laryngomalacia
    Pediatric Otolaryngology

    Naval Medical Center San Diego

    34800 Bob Wilson Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Philip Gaudreau is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Gaudreau is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Laryngomalacia. His top area of expertise is Laryngomalacia.

    Advanced in Laryngomalacia
    Pediatric Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Laryngomalacia
    Pediatric Otolaryngology

    Rady Children's Hospital San Diego

    3020 Childrens Way, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (5.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vijay Patel is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Patel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Laryngomalacia. His top areas of expertise are Choanal Atresia, White Sponge Nevus, Petrositis, Balloon Sinuplasty, and Osteotomy.

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    Advanced in Laryngomalacia
    Pediatric Otolaryngology | Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Laryngomalacia
    Pediatric Otolaryngology | Otolaryngology

    Office

    3030 Childrens Way Ste 402, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Seth Pransky is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist and an Otolaryngologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Pransky is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Laryngomalacia. His top areas of expertise are Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis, Aphthous Stomatitis, Canker Sore, Myringotomy, and Adenoidectomy.

    Advanced in Laryngomalacia
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Laryngomalacia
    Otolaryngology

    Garfield Specialty Center

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

    Edward Utz is an Otolaryngologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Utz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Laryngomalacia. His top areas of expertise are Recurrent Peripheral Facial Palsy, Laryngomalacia, Ear Barotrauma, and Enlarged Adenoids. Dr. Utz is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Laryngomalacia
    Pediatric Pulmonology | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Laryngomalacia
    Pediatric Pulmonology | Pediatrics
    8110 Birmingham Way, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (5.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rakesh Bhattacharjee is a Pediatric Pulmonologist and a Pediatrics provider in San Diego, California. Dr. Bhattacharjee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Laryngomalacia. His top areas of expertise are Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Cerebral Hypoxia, Periodic Limb Movement Disorder, Obesity in Children, and Adenoidectomy.

    Experienced in Laryngomalacia
    Pediatric Pulmonology
    Experienced in Laryngomalacia
    Pediatric Pulmonology

    Office

    3030 Childrens Way, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (5.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Lesser is a Pediatric Pulmonologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Lesser is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Laryngomalacia. His top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Diffuse Panbronchiolitis, Cerebral Hypoxia, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 2, and Adenoidectomy.

    Experienced in Laryngomalacia
    Pediatric Otolaryngology | Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Laryngomalacia
    Pediatric Otolaryngology | Otolaryngology
    3030 Childrens Way, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (5.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ethan Frank is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist and an Otolaryngologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Frank is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Laryngomalacia. His top areas of expertise are Hyperparathyroidism, Parathyroid Adenoma, Spasmodic Dysphonia, Thyroidectomy, and Parathyroidectomy.

    Experienced in Laryngomalacia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Laryngomalacia
    General Surgery

    Rady Children's Hospital San Diego

    3020 Childrens Way, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (5.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Morgan Bliss is a General Surgeon in San Diego, California. Dr. Bliss is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Laryngomalacia. Her top areas of expertise are Ear Tag, Canker Sore, Aphthous Stomatitis, and Lymphadenitis.

    Experienced in Laryngomalacia
    Pediatric Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Laryngomalacia
    Pediatric Otolaryngology

    Office

    3030 Childrens Way Fl 1, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (5.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tzyynong Friesen is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Friesen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Laryngomalacia. Her top areas of expertise are Ear Tag, Mastoiditis, Otitis, Adenoidectomy, and Mastoidectomy.

    Experienced in Laryngomalacia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Laryngomalacia
    General Surgery

    Office

    3030 Childrens Way Ste 402, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Javan Nation is a General Surgeon in San Diego, California. Dr. Nation is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Laryngomalacia. His top areas of expertise are Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak, Enlarged Adenoids, Rathke Cleft Cyst, Adenoidectomy, and Myringotomy.

    Experienced in Laryngomalacia
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Laryngomalacia
    Otolaryngology

    Garfield Specialty Center

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

    Matthew Lutch is an Otolaryngologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Lutch is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Laryngomalacia. His top areas of expertise are Spasmodic Dysphonia, Palatopharyngeal Incompetence, Laryngeal Nerve Damage, and Vocal Cord Dysfunction. Dr. Lutch is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Laryngomalacia
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Laryngomalacia
    Otolaryngology

    Ear Nose And Throat Associates Of San Diego A Medical Corp.

    5565 Grossmont Center Dr Ste 3, 
    La Mesa, CA 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rowley Busino is an Otolaryngologist in La Mesa, California. Dr. Busino is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Laryngomalacia. Her top areas of expertise are Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder, Infant Hearing Loss, Enlarged Adenoids, and DFNB1.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Laryngomalacia?

    Laryngomalacia is an abnormality of the voice box (larynx) that leads to the inward collapse of the airway when air is drawn into the lungs (inspiration). It usually becomes apparent at birth or shortly after birth. The most common symptom is noisy breathing (stridor) that is often worse when the infant is on his/her back or crying. In more severe cases, symptoms may include difficulty breathing with the chest pulling inward (retraction), poor weight gain from difficulty feeding, apnea, and cyanosis. The underlying cause of the condition is unknown. Most cases occur sporadically in people with no family history of the condition.

    When should I see a Laryngomalacia doctor near San Diego, 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 Laryngomalacia doctor near San Diego, 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 Laryngomalacia doctors near San Diego, 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 Laryngomalacia doctors near San Diego, 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 Laryngomalacia doctor near San Diego, 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 Laryngomalacia doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Laryngomalacia 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 Laryngomalacia doctor near San Diego, 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 Laryngomalacia 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 Laryngomalacia 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 Laryngomalacia doctors near San Diego, CA?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Laryngomalacia 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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