The 20 Best Otitis Media with Effusion Doctors Near Me in California, US

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The 20 Best Otitis Media with Effusion Doctors in California, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 241 doctor with experience in Otitis Media with Effusion near California, US. Of these, 215 are Experienced, 25 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Lisa J. Molin
    Advanced in Otitis Media with Effusion
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Otitis Media with Effusion
    Otolaryngology

    ENT And PM&R - Dignity Health - San Luis Obispo, CA

    1555 Higuera St, 
    San Luis Obispo, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Lisa Molin is a board certified specialist and surgeon in Otolaryngology or more commonly known as ENT(Ear, Nose and Throat .) She attended medical school at University of Iowa, with a residency at UC Davis. She has been practicing in the San Luis Obispo area for 23 years. Dr. Molin is involved with international outreach to provide ENT medical and surgical care to underserved communities. Dr. Molin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Otitis Media with Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Nasal Polyps, Familial Deafness, Male Pattern Baldness, and Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP).

    Monisha Rao
    Advanced in Otitis Media with Effusion
    Pediatrics
    Advanced in Otitis Media with Effusion
    Pediatrics

    Camarillo Childrens Medical Group

    2438 N Ponderosa Dr, Ste C209, 
    Camarillo, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Punjabi, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Offers high-quality, individualized care with compassion. Believes communication and collaboration with patients is the foundation for effective relationships. Through effective education, patients are empowered to partner in their care and achieve their health goals. Dr. Rao is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Otitis Media with Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Otitis Media with Effusion, Vascular Birthmark, and Stork Bite.

    Distinguished in Otitis Media with Effusion
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Otitis Media with Effusion
    Internal Medicine

    Valentin Hernandez, MD

    13440 Hawthorne Blvd, 
    Hawthorne, CA 
    Experience:
    48+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Valentin Hernandez is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Hawthorne, California. Dr. Hernandez has been practicing medicine for over 48 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Otitis Media with Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Otitis Media with Effusion, Tracheitis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), and Asthma in Children.

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    Advanced in Otitis Media with Effusion
    Advanced in Otitis Media with Effusion
    1640 Newport Boulevard, Suite 360, 
    Costa Mesa, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Leila Iravani is a Pediatrics provider in Costa Mesa, California. Dr. Iravani is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Otitis Media with Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Otitis Media with Effusion, Vascular Birthmark, and Stork Bite. Dr. Iravani is currently accepting new patients.

    Jahangir Sharifi
    Experienced in Otitis Media with Effusion
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Otitis Media with Effusion
    Otolaryngology

    L.A. Sinus And Allergy Specialists

    1701 E Cesar Chavez Ave, Ste 560, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jahangir Sharifi is an Otolaryngologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Sharifi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Otitis Media with Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Familial Deafness, Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Tinnitus, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Sharifi is currently accepting new patients.

    Cheryl A. Nocon
    Experienced in Otitis Media with Effusion
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Otitis Media with Effusion
    Otolaryngology

    L.A. Sinus And Allergy Specialists

    1701 E Cesar Chavez Ave, Ste 560, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    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 Otitis Media with Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands, Salivary Gland Tumors, Polymorphous Low Grade Adenocarcinoma, Laryngectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Nocon is currently accepting new patients.

    Bhavishya Clark
    Experienced in Otitis Media with Effusion
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Otitis Media with Effusion
    Otolaryngology

    Tenet Health Central Coast Specialty Care, SLO

    35 Casa St, Ste 130, 
    San Luis Obispo, CA 
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish, Telugu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Professional: Has written multiple peer-reviewed journal publications as well as a book chapter in her field. Has presented research at multiple national conferences.Professional: Completed medical school at New York Medical College where she graduated in the top 10% of her class.Personal: Outside of work, she enjoys hiking, sailing, rowing, photography, and travel.I feel a passion for treating disorders affecting the ear, nose, and throat. My goal is to provide evidence-based, high-quality medical care that balances surgical and medical options. I believe each patient brings unique experiences and perspectives. I strive to learn about my patients in depth in order to deliver care that is collaborative and compassionate. Dr. Clark is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Otitis Media with Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss, Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome, Infant Hearing Loss, Familial Otosclerosis, and Septoplasty.

    David Solarte
    Experienced in Otitis Media with Effusion
    Experienced in Otitis Media with Effusion

    David Solarte, MD Private Practice

    501 S. Atlantic Blvd, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Provide professional, friendly, and compassionate care. Dr. Solarte is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Otitis Media with Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), and Otitis Media with Effusion.

    Carlos A. Sobral
    Experienced in Otitis Media with Effusion
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Otitis Media with Effusion
    Family Medicine

    Caduceus Medical Group

    19742 Macarthur Blvd, Suite 100, 
    Irvine, CA 
    Experience:
    52+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Carlos Sobral is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Irvine, California. Dr. Sobral has been practicing medicine for over 52 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Otitis Media with Effusion. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Nasal Flaring, Neuralgia, and COVID-19. Dr. Sobral is currently accepting new patients.

    Randall S. Cohen
    Experienced in Otitis Media with Effusion
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Otitis Media with Effusion
    Otolaryngology

    Sutter Medical Group

    3288 Bell Rd, 
    Auburn, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Randall Cohen is an Otolaryngologist in Auburn, California. Dr. Cohen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Otitis Media with Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Otitis, Infant Hearing Loss, Mikulicz Disease, and Myringotomy. Dr. Cohen is currently accepting new patients.

    Richard S. Lloren
    Experienced in Otitis Media with Effusion
    Experienced in Otitis Media with Effusion

    Pediatric Medical Associates

    1580 Creekside Dr, Ste 200, 
    Folsom, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    We believe in going the extra mile to make sure you and your child are provided the highest quality care in an accessible, warm, friendly atmosphere. Every time. Dr. Lloren is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Otitis Media with Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Asthma in Children, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Familial Short Stature (FSS).

    Dennis J. Ponzio
    Experienced in Otitis Media with Effusion
    Family Medicine | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Otitis Media with Effusion
    Family Medicine | Pediatrics

    Caduceus Medical Group

    18200 Yorba Linda Blvd, Suite 250, 
    Yorba Linda, CA 
    Experience:
    38+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dennis Ponzio is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Family Medicine in Yorba Linda, California. Dr. Ponzio has been practicing medicine for over 38 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Otitis Media with Effusion. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

    Devin M. Lonergan
    Experienced in Otitis Media with Effusion
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Otitis Media with Effusion
    Otolaryngology

    Palo Alto Medical Foundation

    Palo Alto, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Lonergan joined Santa Rosa Head & Neck Surgical Group in September 2010. He is originally from Dallas, but has adopted Northern California as home. He practices all areas of otolaryngology (ENT- Ear, Nose, Throat and Head & Neck Surgery). His areas of interest include, endoscopic sinus surgery, thyroid surgery, and sleep surgery. Dr. Lonergan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Otitis Media with Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Mouth Ulcers, Mouth Sores, Mycetoma, and Nasal Septal Hematoma.

    Randall A. Ow
    Experienced in Otitis Media with Effusion
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Otitis Media with Effusion
    Otolaryngology

    Sacramento Ear Nose & Throat

    2 Medical Plaza Dr, Ste 225, 
    Roseville, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Randall Ow is an Otolaryngologist in Roseville, California. Dr. Ow is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Otitis Media with Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Nasal Polyps, Low Nasal Bridge, Myringotomy, and Septoplasty. Dr. Ow is currently accepting new patients.

    Lakshmi K. Avala
    Experienced in Otitis Media with Effusion
    Experienced in Otitis Media with Effusion

    Avala Pediatrics

    6341 Auburn Blvd, Ste A, 
    Citrus Heights, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Telugu
    Accepting New Patients

    Lakshmi Avala is a Pediatrics provider in Citrus Heights, California. Dr. Avala is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Otitis Media with Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Jaundice, Asthma in Children, and Viral Gastroenteritis. Dr. Avala is currently accepting new patients.

    Ragaie L. Hakim
    Experienced in Otitis Media with Effusion
    Experienced in Otitis Media with Effusion

    Florence Medical Center

    1557 E Florence Ave, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Our office is committed to providing the best in pediatric care. Dr. Hakim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Otitis Media with Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Bronchitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Colitis, and Acne.

    Benjamin F. Valdez
    Experienced in Otitis Media with Effusion
    Experienced in Otitis Media with Effusion

    Professional Pediatrics

    508 Gibson Dr, Ste 220, 
    Roseville, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Benjamin Valdez is a Pediatrics provider in Roseville, California. Dr. Valdez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Otitis Media with Effusion. His top areas of expertise are Asthma in Children, Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), Familial Short Stature (FSS), and Delayed Growth. Dr. Valdez is currently accepting new patients.

    Christina M. Mcalpin
    Advanced in Otitis Media with Effusion
    Advanced in Otitis Media with Effusion

    Christina M. Mcalpin, MD

    1513 S Grand Ave, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
    Experience:
    35+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    We specialize in state of the art medical care, for all conditions of the ear, nose and throat. Our number one concern is successful outcome for each and every one of our patients. Dr. Mcalpin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Otitis Media with Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Deafness, Empyema, Sinusitis, Adenoidectomy, and Myringotomy.

    Experienced in Otitis Media with Effusion
    Experienced in Otitis Media with Effusion
    23803 McBean Parkway, Suite 101, 
    Valencia, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Elisabeth Ference is an Otolaryngologist in Valencia, California. Dr. Ference is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Otitis Media with Effusion. Her top areas of expertise are Sinusitis, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Low Nasal Bridge, Balloon Sinuplasty, and Septoplasty. Dr. Ference is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Otitis Media with Effusion
    Experienced in Otitis Media with Effusion
    1640 Newport Boulevard, Suite 360, 
    Costa Mesa, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Cynthia Chow is a Pediatrics provider in Costa Mesa, California. Dr. Chow is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Otitis Media with Effusion. Her top area of expertise is Otitis Media with Effusion. Dr. Chow is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Otitis Media with Effusion?

    Otitis media with effusion (OME) is thick or sticky fluid behind the eardrum in the middle ear. It occurs without an ear infection.

    Note: This article is intended to be applicable to children only. There are additional considerations for teens and adults.

    When should I see an Otitis Media with Effusion doctor in California, US?

    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 an Otitis Media with Effusion doctor in California, US?

    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 Otitis Media with Effusion doctors in California, US?

    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 Otitis Media with Effusion doctors in California, US?

    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 an Otitis Media with Effusion doctor in California, US?

    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 Otitis Media with Effusion doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Otitis Media with Effusion 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 an Otitis Media with Effusion doctor in California, US?

    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 Otitis Media with Effusion 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 Otitis Media with Effusion 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 Otitis Media with Effusion doctors in California, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Otitis Media with Effusion 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 an Otitis Media with Effusion doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Otitis Media with Effusion 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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