The 20 Best Palatopharyngeal Incompetence Doctors Near Me in Santa Monica, CA

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The 20 Best Palatopharyngeal Incompetence Doctors near Santa Monica, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 87 doctor with experience in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence near Santa Monica, CA. Of these, 77 are Experienced, 9 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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87 providers found
    Distinguished in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    General Surgery

    UCLA Department Of Surgery

    10833 Le Conte Ave, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dinesh Chhetri is a General Surgeon in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Chhetri is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. His top areas of expertise are Swallowing Difficulty, Spasmodic Dysphonia, Laryngeal Cancer, Laryngectomy, and Parathyroidectomy.

    Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    Otolaryngology
    11645 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 600, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Omid Mehdizadeh is an Otolaryngologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Mehdizadeh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. His top areas of expertise are Spasmodic Dysphonia, Swallowing Difficulty, Vocal Cord Dysfunction, and Painful Swallowing. Dr. Mehdizadeh is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    Otolaryngology
    11645 Wilshire Boulevard, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Yong is an Otolaryngologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Yong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. His top areas of expertise are Nasal Septal Hematoma, Low Nasal Bridge, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Septoplasty, and Adenoidectomy. Dr. Yong is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Santa Monica Head & Neck Surgery

    1131 Wilshire Blvd Ste 302, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Kedeshian is a General Surgeon in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Kedeshian is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. His top areas of expertise are Nasal Septal Hematoma, Low Nasal Bridge, Perichondritis, Parathyroidectomy, and Laryngectomy.

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

    Santa Monica Head & Neck Surgery

    1131 Wilshire Blvd Ste 302, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Holliday is a General Surgeon in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Holliday is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. His top areas of expertise are Perichondritis, Laryngeal Nerve Damage, Tonsil Stones, Laryngectomy, and Septoplasty.

    Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    Family Medicine
    2701 Ocean Park Boulevard, Suite 118, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Joel Sarachek is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Sarachek is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. His top areas of expertise are Herpetic Stomatitis, Oral Herpes, Opisthotonos, and Muscle Spasms. Dr. Sarachek is currently accepting new patients.

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

    UCLA Med Group/Internal Medicine Consultants Of Sm

    2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 210, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Loc Duong is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Duong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. His top areas of expertise are Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Sciatica, and Chronic Pain.

    Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    Palliative Medicine
    Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    Palliative Medicine

    Uc Regents UCLA Dmpg Santa Monica Hematology/Oncology

    2336 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 301, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hobart Leung is a primary care provider, practicing in Palliative Medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Leung is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. His top areas of expertise are Osteomyelitis in Children, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), High Cholesterol, and Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis.

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

    Culver Marina Medical Offices

    12001 W Washington Boulevard, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Maysam Azizi is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Azizi has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. His top areas of expertise are Palatopharyngeal Incompetence, Asthma in Children, Asthma, and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Dr. Azizi is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Culver Marina Medical Office

    12001 W Washington Blvd, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jisun Hong is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Hong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. Her top areas of expertise are Palatopharyngeal Incompetence, Thrush, Acne, and Vaginal Cysts.

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

    Office

    200 UCLA Medical Plz Ste 550, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jennifer Long is a General Surgeon in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Long is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. Her top areas of expertise are Swallowing Difficulty, Laryngeal Nerve Damage, Salivary Duct Stones, Glossectomy, and Endoscopy.

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

    Office

    200 Medical Plz Ste 420, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jerome Greenberg is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Greenberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Polycythemia Vera.

    Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    General Surgery | Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    General Surgery | Otolaryngology

    UCLA Department Of Surgery

    10833 Le Conte Ave, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Elliot Abemayor is a General Surgeon and an Otolaryngologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Abemayor is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. His top areas of expertise are Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), Salivary Gland Tumors, Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma, Gastrostomy, and Laryngectomy.

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

    Voice Center For Medicine And The Arts

    924 Westwood Blvd Ste 515, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Gerald Berke is a General Surgeon in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Berke is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. His top areas of expertise are Spasmodic Dysphonia, Vocal Cord Dysfunction, Laryngeal Nerve Damage, Laryngectomy, and Vagotomy.

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

    Office

    100 UCLA Medical Plz Ste 490, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Patrick Yao is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Yao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Sitosterolemia, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

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

    Office

    200 Medical Plz Ste 550, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joel Sercarz is a General Surgeon in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Sercarz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. His top areas of expertise are Male Pattern Baldness, Tongue Cancer, Mikulicz Disease, Gastrostomy, and Laryngectomy.

    Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    Otolaryngology | Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
    Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    Otolaryngology | Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

    Univ. Head And Neck Associates

    200 Medical Plz Ste 550, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Quinton Gopen is an Otolaryngologist and an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Gopen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. His top areas of expertise are Tinnitus, Schwannoma, Acoustic Neuroma, Familial Deafness, and Craniectomy.

    Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    Otolaryngology
    1010 North Sepulveda Boulevard, 
    Manhattan Beach, CA 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Nelman Low is an Otolaryngologist in Manhattan Beach, California. Dr. Low has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. His top areas of expertise are Familial Deafness, Tinnitus, Infant Hearing Loss, and Empyema. Dr. Low is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    Otolaryngology

    Ear, Nose & Throat

    8635 W 3rd St Ste 590W, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Allen Ho is an Otolaryngologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Ho is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. His top areas of expertise are Thyroid Cancer, Thyroid Nodule, Papillary Thyroid Cancer, Thyroidectomy, and Parathyroidectomy.

    Advanced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Palatopharyngeal Incompetence
    Otolaryngology

    Martin L. Hopp MD PhD A Medical Corp.

    8631 W 3rd St Ste 440E, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Martin Hopp is an Otolaryngologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Hopp is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Palatopharyngeal Incompetence. His top areas of expertise are Sinusitis, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Perichondritis, Septoplasty, and Endoscopy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    When should I see a Palatopharyngeal Incompetence doctor near Santa Monica, 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 Santa Monica, 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 Santa Monica, 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 Santa Monica, 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 Santa Monica, 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 Santa Monica, 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 Santa Monica, 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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