The 20 Best Patulous Eustachian Tube Doctors Near Me in San Diego, CA

Find the Top Patulous Eustachian Tube Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

Save doctors for later
Sign Up
Not sure about your diagnosis?
Check Your Symptoms
Already have a doctor?
Find A Second Opinion

MediFind found 13 doctor with experience in Patulous Eustachian Tube near San Diego, CA. Of these, 10 are Experienced and 3 are Advanced.

Location
LocationClose
13 providers found
    Advanced in Patulous Eustachian Tube
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Patulous Eustachian Tube
    Otolaryngology

    Perry Mansfield M.D. Inc.

    3590 Camino Del Rio N Ste 101, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael O'leary is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. O'leary is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patulous Eustachian Tube. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss, Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome, DFNB1, and Infant Hearing Loss.

    Experienced in Patulous Eustachian Tube
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Patulous Eustachian Tube
    Otolaryngology

    UC San Diego

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

    Jacob Husseman is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Husseman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patulous Eustachian Tube. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ruptured Eardrum, Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia, Tonsil Stones, Infant Hearing Loss, and Myringotomy.

    Advanced in Patulous Eustachian Tube
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Patulous Eustachian Tube
    General Surgery

    Ear Nose And Throat Associates Of San Diego A Medical Corp.

    5565 Grossmont Center Dr Ste 3, 
    La Mesa, CA 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Omid Moshtaghi is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in La Mesa, California. Dr. Moshtaghi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patulous Eustachian Tube. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Schwannoma, Acoustic Neuroma, Tinnitus, and Hearing Loss.

    Learn about our expert tiers
    Experienced in Patulous Eustachian Tube
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Patulous Eustachian Tube
    General Surgery

    Sharp Healthcare

    2929 Health Center Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (5.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Holtel is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Holtel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patulous Eustachian Tube. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Infant Hearing Loss, Patulous Eustachian Tube, Ruptured Eardrum, and Ear Cancer.

    Experienced in Patulous Eustachian Tube
    Neurology
    Experienced in Patulous Eustachian Tube
    Neurology

    Office

    7625 Mesa College Dr Ste 200A, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (6.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ian Purcell is a Neurologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Purcell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patulous Eustachian Tube. He is also highly rated in 73 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo, Vertigo, Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss, and Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome.

    Experienced in Patulous Eustachian Tube
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Patulous Eustachian Tube
    Otolaryngology

    San Diego Women's Medical Clinic Inc.

    4282 Genesee Ave Ste 201, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (7.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Samantha Hauff is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Hauff is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patulous Eustachian Tube. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Deafness, Low Nasal Bridge, Nasal Septal Hematoma, and Perichondritis.

    Experienced in Patulous Eustachian Tube
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Patulous Eustachian Tube
    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 practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Woodson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patulous Eustachian Tube. She is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Acoustic Neuroma, Malignant Otitis Externa, Schwannoma, and Infant Hearing Loss. Dr. Woodson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Patulous Eustachian Tube
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Patulous Eustachian Tube
    Otolaryngology

    Office

    5565 Grossmont Center Dr Ste 101, 
    La Mesa, CA 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeremiah Moles is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in La Mesa, California. Dr. Moles is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patulous Eustachian Tube. He is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Nasal Polyps, Infant Hearing Loss, Laryngeal Nerve Damage, Empyema, and Myringotomy.

    Advanced in Patulous Eustachian Tube
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Patulous Eustachian Tube
    Otolaryngology

    Scripps Clinic Torrey Pines

    10710 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (13.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Alexander is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Alexander is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patulous Eustachian Tube. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ruptured Eardrum, Infant Hearing Loss, Acoustic Neuroma, and Schwannoma.

    Experienced in Patulous Eustachian Tube
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Patulous Eustachian Tube
    Otolaryngology

    Angela A Chang MD A Professional Corp.

    9834 Genesee Ave Ste 112, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (11.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Angela Chang is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Chang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patulous Eustachian Tube. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Infant Hearing Loss, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Tinnitus, and DFNB1.

    Experienced in Patulous Eustachian Tube
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Patulous Eustachian Tube
    General Surgery

    Fna Clinics Of America Inc

    4150 Regents Park Row Ste 345, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (11.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anna Bareiss is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Bareiss is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patulous Eustachian Tube. Her clinical expertise encompasses Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Jones Syndrome, Tinnitus, and Adenoidectomy.

    Experienced in Patulous Eustachian Tube
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Patulous Eustachian Tube
    Otolaryngology

    UC San Diego Health Clinical Laboratory-La Jolla

    9350 Campus Point Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (11.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Elina Kari is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Kari is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patulous Eustachian Tube. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Infant Hearing Loss, Malignant Otitis Externa, Ruptured Eardrum, Cholesteatoma, and Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery.

    Experienced in Patulous Eustachian Tube
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Patulous Eustachian Tube
    General Surgery

    Sharp Healthcare

    10243 Genetic Center Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (13.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Douglas Brewster is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Brewster is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patulous Eustachian Tube. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Deafness, TMJ Disorders, Infant Hearing Loss, and Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP).

    Showing 1-13 of 13

    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Patulous Eustachian Tube?

    Patulous Eustachian Tube is a benign but symptomatically troubling condition in which the eustachian tube stays open most of the time. The eustachian tube is the tube that runs between the middle ear and throat and regulates the ear pressure around the ear drum. Under normal circumstances, it remains closed most of the time, opening only on occasion to equalize air pressure between the middle ear and the exterior environment. Major symptoms include distorted autophony (hearing one's own voice or breathing), echoing which may interfere with speech production, wave-like sounds, and a sensation of fullness in the ear. In severe cases, vertigo and hearing loss may occur. Over time, individuals with Patulous Eustachian Tube may develop serious and even extreme responses to the abnormal sounds and other findings. In most cases, the cause of Patulous Eustachian Tube is unknown. Weight loss and pregnancy may be predisposing factors. Neurologic disorders that cause muscle atrophy such as stroke, multiple sclerosis, and motor neuron disease have been implicated in some cases of Patulous Eustachian Tube. Other cases may be associated with medications such as oral contraceptives or diuretics. Other predisposing factors include fatigue, stress, anxiety, exercise, and temporomandibular joint syndrome.

    When should I see a Patulous Eustachian Tube 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 Patulous Eustachian Tube 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 Patulous Eustachian Tube 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 Patulous Eustachian Tube 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 Patulous Eustachian Tube 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 Patulous Eustachian Tube doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Patulous Eustachian Tube 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 Patulous Eustachian Tube 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 Patulous Eustachian Tube 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 Patulous Eustachian Tube 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 Patulous Eustachian Tube doctors near San Diego, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Patulous Eustachian Tube 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 Patulous Eustachian Tube doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Patulous Eustachian Tube 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 

    Read more about our Content Policy

    More Patulous Eustachian Tube Doctors by city

    15 miles has been selected.