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    MediFind found 38 doctor with experience in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence near Sacramento, CA. Of these, 33 are Experienced, 4 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    38 providers found
      Distinguished in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
      Otolaryngology | Plastic Surgery
      Distinguished in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
      Otolaryngology | Plastic Surgery

      Regents Of The Univ Of Ca

      2521 Stockton Blvd, 
      Sacramento, CA 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Travis Tollefson is an Otolaryngologist and a Plastic Surgeon in Sacramento, California. Dr. Tollefson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. His top areas of expertise are Facial Paralysis, Velopharyngeal Insufficiency, Palatopharyngeal Incompetence, Myringotomy, and Septoplasty.

      Ronald Sockolov
      Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
      Family Medicine
      1 Scripps Dr., Suite 202, 
      Sacramento, CA 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Ronald Sockolov is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Sacramento, California. Dr. Sockolov is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. His top areas of expertise are Homocystinuria due to MTHFR Deficiency, Inborn Amino Acid Metabolism Disorder, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Sockolov is currently accepting new patients.

      Peter C. Belafsky
      Advanced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
      Otolaryngology
      Advanced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
      Otolaryngology

      Regents Of The Univ Of Ca

      2521 Stockton Blvd, 
      Sacramento, CA 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Peter Belafsky is an Otolaryngologist in Sacramento, California. Dr. Belafsky is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. His top areas of expertise are Swallowing Difficulty, Laryngitis, Painful Swallowing, Laryngectomy, and Endoscopy.

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      Shoab A. Siddique
      Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
      Otolaryngology

      Primary & Specialty Care - Mercy Medical Group - Midtown Sacramento, CA

      3000 Q St, 
      Sacramento, CA 
       (1.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Shoab Siddique is an Otolaryngologist in Sacramento, California. Dr. Siddique is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Jones Syndrome, and TMJ Disorders. Dr. Siddique is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
      Otolaryngology
      Advanced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
      Otolaryngology

      Regents Of The Univ Of Ca

      2315 Stockton Blvd, 
      Sacramento, CA 
       (2.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Maggie Kuhn is an Otolaryngologist in Sacramento, California. Dr. Kuhn is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. Her top areas of expertise are Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Trichinosis, Laryngectomy, and Glossectomy.

      Advanced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
      Pediatric Otolaryngology | Otolaryngology
      Advanced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
      Pediatric Otolaryngology | Otolaryngology

      Regents Of The Univ Of Ca

      2315 Stockton Blvd, 
      Sacramento, CA 
       (2.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Alexander Marston is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist and an Otolaryngologist in Sacramento, California. Dr. Marston is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. His top areas of expertise are Choanal Atresia, Micrognathia, Velopharyngeal Insufficiency, Myringotomy, and Osteotomy.

      Eli R. Groppo
      Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
      Otolaryngology

      Sacramento Ear Nose & Throat

      1111 Exposition Blvd, Ste 700, 
      Sacramento, CA 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Groppo practices the breadth of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery, including the medical and surgical treatment of ear, nose and throat disorders. He was initially drawn to the field of Otolaryngology because it offered the opportunity to improve the quality of life for patients of all ages – adults and children.Dr. Groppo has special interests in hearing loss evaluation and treatment, endoscopic sinus surgery, microlaryngeal surgery, using voice preservation and restoration techniques, facial reconstruction after skin cancer surgery, thyroid and parathyroid surgery and the treatment of benign and malignant head and neck tumors. He has received advanced training in office-based and intraoperative ultrasonography and uses this technology routinely for characterizing and diagnosing head and neck tumors, performing fine-needle aspiration (FNA) biopsies and performing targeted parathyroid surgery.A California native, Dr. Groppo grew up in Sunnyvale and attended the University of California, San Diego where he completed his undergraduate degree in Bioengineering. Prior to going into medicine, he worked as a Development Engineer and helped to develop medical devices at UC San Diego and at the NASA Ames Research Center. Dr. Groppo subsequently received his medical training at The George Washington University School of Medicine in Washington, D.C. He then returned to California where he completed his residency in Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery at the University of California, San Francisco. His research has been published in national and international peer-reviewed journals, and he has presented at national meetings around the country.Dr. Groppo has served in various leadership positions at Sacramento area hospitals and physician associations. He is currently the Chief of Surgery at Mercy General Hospital and the Chief of Otolaryngology with Hill Physicians. He serves as clinical faculty for the Dignity Family Medicine Residency Program. He volunteers his time and expertise by providing charity care for medically indigent patients through the Sierra Sacramento Valley Medical Society SPIRIT program.In his free time, Dr. Groppo enjoys spending time with his family. He enjoys golfing, hiking, camping and skiing. He is an avid San Francisco Giants baseball fan and loves to travel. Dr. Groppo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. His top areas of expertise are Jones Syndrome, Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Sinusitis, and Balloon Sinuplasty.

      Patrick Lau
      Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
      Family Medicine
      2410 Del Paso Rd., 
      Sacramento, CA 
       (5.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Patrick Lau is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Sacramento, California. Dr. Lau is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Lau is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
      Otolaryngology

      Sutter Medical Group

      2725 Capitol Ave, Ste 404, 
      Sacramento, CA 
       (1.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Judith Blazun is an Otolaryngologist in Sacramento, California. Dr. Blazun is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. Her top areas of expertise are Nasal Polyps, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Infant Hearing Loss, and Familial Deafness.

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

      Sutter Valley Medical Foundation

      2825 Capitol Ave, 
      Sacramento, CA 
       (1.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jason Auriemma is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Sacramento, California. Dr. Auriemma is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. Her top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

      Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
      Otolaryngology

      Sutter Valley Medical Foundation

      2800 L St, 
      Sacramento, CA 
       (1.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Charles Gage is an Otolaryngologist in Sacramento, California. Dr. Gage is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. His top areas of expertise are Occupational Hearing Loss, Tonsil Stones, Infant Hearing Loss, and Male Pattern Baldness.

      Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
      Family Medicine | Anesthesiology
      Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
      Family Medicine | Anesthesiology

      Primary & Specialty Care - Mercy Medical Group - Midtown Sacramento, CA

      3000 Q St, 
      Sacramento, CA 
       (1.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Albert Owens is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine and Anesthesiology in Sacramento, California. Dr. Owens is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. His top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Food Allergy, Vitamin D Deficiency, and Bacterial Gastroenteritis. Dr. Owens is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
      Family Medicine | General Practice
      Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
      Family Medicine | General Practice

      Elica Health Centers

      3701 J St, Suite 201, 
      Sacramento, CA 
       (2.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Gustavo Rosales is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine and General Practice in Sacramento, California. Dr. Rosales is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Bacterial Gastroenteritis, and Vitamin D Deficiency.

      Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
      Otolaryngology

      Regents Of The Univ Of Ca

      2521 Stockton Blvd, 
      Sacramento, CA 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Marianne Abouyared is an Otolaryngologist in Sacramento, California. Dr. Abouyared is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. Her top areas of expertise are Tongue Cancer, Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma, Throat Cancer, Laryngectomy, and Tissue Biopsy.

      Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
      Otolaryngology

      Regents Of The Univ Of Ca

      2521 Stockton Blvd, 
      Sacramento, CA 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Arnaud Bewley is an Otolaryngologist in Sacramento, California. Dr. Bewley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. His top areas of expertise are Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma, Tongue Cancer, Throat Cancer, Laryngectomy, and Tissue Biopsy.

      Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
      Pediatric Otolaryngology | Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
      Pediatric Otolaryngology | Otolaryngology

      Regents Of The Univ Of Ca

      2521 Stockton Blvd, 
      Sacramento, CA 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Aditi Bhuskute is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist and an Otolaryngologist in Sacramento, California. Dr. Bhuskute is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. Her top areas of expertise are Laryngomalacia, Choanal Atresia, Enlarged Adenoids, Septoplasty, and Laryngectomy.

      Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
      Otolaryngology

      Regents Of The Univ Of Ca

      2521 Stockton Blvd, 
      Sacramento, CA 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Kaicheng Yen is an Otolaryngologist in Sacramento, California. Dr. Yen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. His top areas of expertise are Vertigo, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Infant Hearing Loss, and Tinnitus.

      Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
      Pediatric Otolaryngology | Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
      Pediatric Otolaryngology | Otolaryngology

      Regents Of The Univ Of Ca

      2521 Stockton Blvd, 
      Sacramento, CA 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Andrew Birkeland is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist and an Otolaryngologist in Sacramento, California. Dr. Birkeland is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. His top areas of expertise are Laryngeal Cancer, Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), Throat Cancer, Laryngectomy, and Gastrostomy.

      Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
      Otolaryngology

      Regents Of The Univ Of Ca

      2521 Stockton Blvd, 
      Sacramento, CA 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Experience:
      17+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Toby Steele is an Otolaryngologist in Sacramento, California. Dr. Steele has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. His top areas of expertise are Sinusitis, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Empyema, Septoplasty, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
      Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
      2521 Stockton Blvd, Ste 7200, 
      Sacramento, CA 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Debbie Aizenberg is an Otolaryngologist in Sacramento, California. Dr. Aizenberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. Her top areas of expertise are Nasal Septal Hematoma, Low Nasal Bridge, Perichondritis, Infant Hearing Loss, and Adenoidectomy.

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      Last Updated: 01/09/2026

      When should I see a Palatopharyngeal Incompetence doctor near Sacramento, 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 Sacramento, 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 Sacramento, 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 Sacramento, 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 Sacramento, 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 Sacramento, 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 Sacramento, 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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