The 20 Best Palatopharyngeal Incompetence Doctors Near Me in Los Angeles, CA

Find the Top Palatopharyngeal Incompetence Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 124 doctor with experience in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence near Los Angeles, CA. Of these, 111 are Experienced, 12 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Advanced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    Otolaryngology

    L.A. Sinus And Allergy Specialists

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

    Jahangir Sharifi is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Sharifi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. He is also highly rated in 38 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Deafness, Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Tinnitus, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Sharifi is board certified in Otolaryngology. Dr. Sharifi is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    Otolaryngology

    L.A. Sinus And Allergy Specialists

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

    Cheryl Nocon is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Nocon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. She is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands, Salivary Gland Tumors, Polymorphous Low Grade Adenocarcinoma, Laryngectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Nocon is board certified in Otolaryngology. Dr. Nocon is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    Family Medicine

    White Memorial Community Health Center

    1828 E Cesar E Chavez Ave, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Grace Floutsis is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Floutsis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. She is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Food Allergy, Hepatitis B, and Bacterial Gastroenteritis. Dr. Floutsis is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine.

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    Advanced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    Otolaryngology

    Keck Medical Center Of USC

    1450 San Pablo St Ste 5100, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Karla O'dell is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. O'dell is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spasmodic Dysphonia, Swallowing Difficulty, Perichondritis, Laryngectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence

    Christina M. Mcalpin, MD

    1513 S Grand Ave, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    35+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christina Mcalpin is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 35 years. Dr. Mcalpin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. She is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Deafness, Empyema, Sinusitis, Adenoidectomy, and Myringotomy.

    Advanced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    Otolaryngology

    Sensa Clinic

    966 S Western Ave, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kevin Choi is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Choi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. He is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Deafness, Tinnitus, Infant Hearing Loss, Myringotomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    General Surgery

    SJ Medical Group Inc.

    300 S Hobart Blvd Ste 301, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Steven Lee is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Lee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss, Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), and Palatopharyngeal Incompetence.

    Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    Otolaryngology

    John R. Hubanks, MD Private Practice

    800 S Central Ave, Ste 204, 
    Glendale, CA 
     (5.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    I strive to provide comprehensive quality care to all my patients. Dr. Hubanks is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. His clinical expertise encompasses Infant Hearing Loss, Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss, Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome, and DFNB1. Dr. Hubanks is board certified in Otolaryngology. Dr. Hubanks is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    Family Medicine

    Los Angeles Christian Health Centers

    311 Winston St, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marla Potter is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Potter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hepatitis C, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Myelitis.

    Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    Family Medicine

    Office

    325 E 7th St, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jonathan Lee is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Chronic Pain, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

    Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    Family Medicine

    Belmont Health Center

    180 Union Pl, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Di Chung is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Chung is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Food Allergy, Papular Urticaria, and Osteomyelitis in Children.

    Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    Internal Medicine

    Senior Care Clinic

    1700 E Cesar E Chavez Ave, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    29+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Francisco Quijas is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Los Angeles, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 29 years. Dr. Quijas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bile Duct Obstruction, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Gastrostomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Quijas is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    Family Medicine

    Office

    1414 S Grand Ave Ste 200, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Julia Solis is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Solis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. Her clinical expertise encompasses Parinaud Oculoglandular Syndrome, ECHO Virus, Otitis, and Cellulitis.

    Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence

    Isaias De Guzman Paja Jr MD Inc

    1800 Wilshire Blvd, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    30+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Isaias De Guzman Paja is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Los Angeles, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 30 years. Dr. De Guzman Paja is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. He is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), High Cholesterol, Obesity in Children, and Obesity. Dr. De Guzman Paja is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine.

    Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    General Surgery

    Keck Medical Center Of USC

    1450 San Pablo St Ste 5100, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Alexander Markarian is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Markarian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Nasal Septal Hematoma, Low Nasal Bridge, Perichondritis, Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome, and Septoplasty.

    Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    General Surgery

    Office

    1500 San Pablo St Ste 5100, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Niels Kokot is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Kokot is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. He is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Laryngeal Cancer, Throat Cancer, Salivary Gland Tumors, Laryngectomy, and Thyroidectomy.

    Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    General Surgery

    Keck Medical Center Of USC

    1450 San Pablo St Ste 5100, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Johns is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Johns is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Laryngeal Nerve Damage, Laryngitis, Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, and Laryngectomy.

    Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    General Surgery

    Keck Medical Center Of USC

    1450 San Pablo St Ste 5100, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Uttam Sinha is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Sinha is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. He is also highly rated in 32 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tongue Cancer, Swallowing Difficulty, Laryngeal Cancer, Thyroidectomy, and Laryngectomy.

    Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    General Surgery

    Keck Medical Center Of USC

    1450 San Pablo St Ste 5100, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dale Rice is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Rice is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sinusitis, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Empyema, and Nasal Septal Hematoma.

    Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    General Surgery

    Keck Medical Center Of USC

    1450 San Pablo St Ste 5100, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Kwon is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Kwon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thyroid Cancer, Thyroid Nodule, Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer, Thyroidectomy, and Laryngectomy.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    When should I see a Palatopharyngeal Incompetence 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 Palatopharyngeal Incompetence 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 Palatopharyngeal Incompetence 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 Palatopharyngeal Incompetence 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 Palatopharyngeal Incompetence 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 Palatopharyngeal Incompetence doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Palatopharyngeal Incompetence 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 Palatopharyngeal Incompetence 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 Palatopharyngeal Incompetence 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 Palatopharyngeal Incompetence 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 Palatopharyngeal Incompetence doctors near Los Angeles, CA?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Palatopharyngeal Incompetence 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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