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    Last Updated: 10/30/2025

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    MediFind found 22 doctor with experience in Malignant Otitis Externa near San Diego, CA. Of these, 18 are Experienced, 3 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    22 providers found
      Experienced in Malignant Otitis Externa
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Malignant Otitis Externa
      Otolaryngology

      Regents Of The University Of California

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

      Rick Friedman is an Otolaryngologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Friedman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malignant Otitis Externa. His top areas of expertise are Acoustic Neuroma, Schwannoma, Hearing Loss, and Occupational Hearing Loss.

      Advanced in Malignant Otitis Externa
      Otolaryngology
      Advanced in Malignant Otitis Externa
      Otolaryngology

      Regents Of The University Of California

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

      Elina Kari is an Otolaryngologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Kari is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malignant Otitis Externa. Her top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, Malignant Otitis Externa, Ruptured Eardrum, Cholesteatoma, and Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery.

      What does Elite, Distinguished, Advanced, Experienced mean?
      Distinguished in Malignant Otitis Externa
      Otolaryngology
      Distinguished in Malignant Otitis Externa
      Otolaryngology

      Garfield Specialty Center

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

      Erika Woodson is an Otolaryngologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Woodson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malignant Otitis Externa. Her top areas of expertise are Schwannoma, Acoustic Neuroma, Malignant Otitis Externa, Infant Hearing Loss, and Adenoidectomy. Dr. Woodson is currently accepting new patients.

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      Experienced in Malignant Otitis Externa
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Malignant Otitis Externa
      Otolaryngology
      3805 Front St, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      James Bush is an Otolaryngologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Bush is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malignant Otitis Externa. His top areas of expertise are Otitis, Ruptured Eardrum, Infant Hearing Loss, and Malignant Otitis Externa.

      Experienced in Malignant Otitis Externa
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Malignant Otitis Externa
      Otolaryngology
      4060 4th Ave, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Gary Miya is an Otolaryngologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Miya is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malignant Otitis Externa. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss, Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome, and Anosmia.

      Experienced in Malignant Otitis Externa
      Experienced in Malignant Otitis Externa

      Hillcrest Ear Nose And Throat Inc

      4033 3rd Ave, Suite 104, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Chadwick Donaldson is an Otolaryngologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Donaldson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malignant Otitis Externa. His top areas of expertise are Osteochondroma, Autonomic Neuropathy, Hyperventilation, Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS), and Myringotomy.

      Experienced in Malignant Otitis Externa
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Malignant Otitis Externa
      Otolaryngology

      On Call Specialists Medical Group Of San Diego Inc

      4077 5th Ave, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Cyrus Torchinsky is an Otolaryngologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Torchinsky is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malignant Otitis Externa. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Otitis, Infant Hearing Loss, Thyroidectomy, and Parathyroidectomy.

      Experienced in Malignant Otitis Externa
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Malignant Otitis Externa
      Internal Medicine

      Scripps Health Inpatient Providers Medical Group Inc

      4077 5th Ave, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Experience:
      43+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Martha Strauser is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Strauser has been practicing medicine for over 43 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malignant Otitis Externa. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Interstitial Nephritis, Osteomyelitis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Malignant Otitis Externa
      Experienced in Malignant Otitis Externa

      Regents Of The University Of California

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

      Akihiro Matsuoka is an Otolaryngologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Matsuoka is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malignant Otitis Externa. His top areas of expertise are Meniere Disease, Tinnitus, Hearing Loss, Vertigo, and Mastoidectomy.

      Experienced in Malignant Otitis Externa
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Malignant Otitis Externa
      Otolaryngology
      200 W Arbor Dr, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      William Moss is an Otolaryngologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Moss is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malignant Otitis Externa. His top areas of expertise are Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma, Malignant Otitis Externa, Salivary Gland Tumors, and Facial Paralysis.

      Experienced in Malignant Otitis Externa
      Experienced in Malignant Otitis Externa

      Regents Of The University Of California

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

      Andrew Vahabzadeh-Hagh is an Otolaryngologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Vahabzadeh-Hagh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malignant Otitis Externa. His top areas of expertise are Spasmodic Dysphonia, Swallowing Difficulty, Laryngeal Nerve Damage, Glossectomy, and Laryngectomy.

      Experienced in Malignant Otitis Externa
      Otolaryngology | Plastic Surgery | Surgical Oncology
      Experienced in Malignant Otitis Externa
      Otolaryngology | Plastic Surgery | Surgical Oncology
      San Diego, CA 
       (4.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Michael O'leary is an Otolaryngologist and a Plastic Surgeon in San Diego, California. Dr. O'leary is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malignant Otitis Externa. His top areas of expertise are Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss, Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome, DFNB1, and Infant Hearing Loss.

      Advanced in Malignant Otitis Externa
      Pediatric Otolaryngology | Otolaryngology
      Advanced in Malignant Otitis Externa
      Pediatric Otolaryngology | Otolaryngology
      3030 Childrens Way, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (5.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Gopi Shah is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist and an Otolaryngologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Shah is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malignant Otitis Externa. Her top areas of expertise are Sinusitis, Hemi 3 Syndrome, Malignant Otitis Externa, Adenoidectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Shah is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Malignant Otitis Externa
      Otolaryngology
      Advanced in Malignant Otitis Externa
      Otolaryngology

      Head And Neck Surgery Specialists, A Professional Corporation

      321 E St, Suite A, 
      Chula Vista, CA 
       (6.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Linda Woo is an Otolaryngologist in Chula Vista, California. Dr. Woo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malignant Otitis Externa. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Deafness, Infant Hearing Loss, Tinnitus, Nasal Septal Hematoma, and Myringotomy.

      Experienced in Malignant Otitis Externa
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Malignant Otitis Externa
      Internal Medicine

      Emergency And Acute Care Medical Corporation

      7901 Frost St, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (5.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Nguyen Nguyen is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Nguyen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malignant Otitis Externa. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Neurotoxicity Syndromes, Peptic Ulcer, Gastrostomy, and Bone Graft.

      Experienced in Malignant Otitis Externa
      Family Medicine | Geriatrics
      Experienced in Malignant Otitis Externa
      Family Medicine | Geriatrics
      3023 Bunker Hill St, Suite 205, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (6.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Kaveh Bahmanpour is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine and Geriatrics in San Diego, California. Dr. Bahmanpour is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malignant Otitis Externa. His top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Osteomyelitis in Children, and Empyema.

      Experienced in Malignant Otitis Externa
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Malignant Otitis Externa
      Internal Medicine

      Scripps Health Inpatient Providers Medical Group Inc

      435 H St, 
      Chula Vista, CA 
       (7.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Jose Pena is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Chula Vista, California. Dr. Pena is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malignant Otitis Externa. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Diabetic Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome, Hypertensive Heart Disease, Endoscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation.

      Experienced in Malignant Otitis Externa
      Internal Medicine | General Practice
      Experienced in Malignant Otitis Externa
      Internal Medicine | General Practice
      401 H St, Suite 3, 
      Chula Vista, CA 
       (7.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Hector Heredia-Martinez is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine and General Practice in Chula Vista, California. Dr. Heredia-Martinez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malignant Otitis Externa. His top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and Caroli Disease.

      Experienced in Malignant Otitis Externa
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Malignant Otitis Externa
      Otolaryngology

      Ear Nose And Throat Associates Of San Diego A Medical Corp

      5565 Grossmont Ctr Dr, Suite 101, 
      La Mesa, CA 
       (9.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jeremiah Moles is an Otolaryngologist in La Mesa, California. Dr. Moles is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malignant Otitis Externa. His top areas of expertise are Nasal Polyps, Infant Hearing Loss, Laryngeal Nerve Damage, Empyema, and Myringotomy.

      Experienced in Malignant Otitis Externa
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Malignant Otitis Externa
      Otolaryngology

      Ear Nose And Throat Associates Of San Diego A Medical Corp

      5565 Grossmont Ctr Dr, Suite 101, 
      La Mesa, CA 
       (9.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Mena Said is an Otolaryngologist in La Mesa, California. Dr. Said is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malignant Otitis Externa. His top areas of expertise are Anosmia, Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo, Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder, Osteochondroma, and Myringotomy.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Malignant Otitis Externa?

      Malignant otitis externa is a disorder that involves infection and damage of the bones of the ear canal and at the base of the skull.

      When should I see a Malignant Otitis Externa 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 Malignant Otitis Externa 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 Malignant Otitis Externa 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 Malignant Otitis Externa 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 Malignant Otitis Externa 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 Malignant Otitis Externa doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Malignant Otitis Externa 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 Malignant Otitis Externa 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 Malignant Otitis Externa 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 Malignant Otitis Externa 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 Malignant Otitis Externa doctors near San Diego, CA?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Malignant Otitis Externa 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 Malignant Otitis Externa doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Malignant Otitis Externa 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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