The 20 Best Spasmodic Dysphonia Doctors Near Me in Palo Alto, CA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 352 doctor with experience in Spasmodic Dysphonia near Palo Alto, CA. Of these, 293 are Experienced, 39 are Advanced, 18 are Distinguished and 2 are Elite.

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    Elite in Spasmodic Dysphonia
    Otolaryngology
    Elite in Spasmodic Dysphonia
    Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    Adult Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1) And Schwannomatosis Clinic

    400 Parnassus Ave., Eighth Floor, 
    San Francisco, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Clark A. Rosen is an otolaryngologist who cares for adults and children with voice disorders, swallowing problems and upper airway disorders. He is one of the most experienced specialists on the West Coast in the field of laryngology (disorders of the throat and voice box). In addition, he has extensive experience in performing Botox injections of the larynx, used to treat certain voice conditions by relaxing constricted muscles. He is director of the UCSF Voice and Swallowing Center as well as chief of the laryngology division. He also leads the fellowship training program in laryngology and care of the professional voice. Rosen's research focuses on improving standards of care for patients with voice, swallowing or airway problems. He has created systems of measurement that allow providers to more easily compare treatment options for these conditions and thus select the treatment most likely to succeed. Rosen earned his medical degree at Rush Medical College. He completed a residency in otolaryngology – head and neck surgery at Oregon Health & Science University and a fellowship in laryngology and upper airway physiology at the University of Tennessee. Rosen is treasurer of the American Laryngological Association, the oldest surgical society in the country. Rosen is the proud father of two wonderful young men. He is also proud to continue in the healing tradition of his father, the first obstetrician and gynecologist in Santa Clara County, who provided care there for more than 30 years. Dr. Rosen is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasmodic Dysphonia. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spasmodic Dysphonia, Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis, Perichondritis, Endoscopy, and Laryngectomy. Dr. Rosen is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology, Otolaryngology. Dr. Rosen is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Spasmodic Dysphonia
    Otolaryngology
    Elite in Spasmodic Dysphonia
    Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    Keck Medical Center Of USC

    1450 San Pablo St Ste 5100, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Karla O'dell is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. O'dell is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasmodic Dysphonia. 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.

    Distinguished in Spasmodic Dysphonia
    Otolaryngology
    Distinguished in Spasmodic Dysphonia
    Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    San Francisco Otolaryngology Medical Group

    450 Sutter St, Ste 933, 
    San Francisco, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Katherine Yung specializes in the care of the professional voice, transgender voice, as well as voice, swallowing, and airway disorders. Dr. Yung and her team carefully evaluate each patient, perform the necessary testing, diagnose, and treat every patient in a personalized, holistic approach. Her office, San Francisco Voice and Swallowing, offers state of the art testing for laryngeal disorders, behavioral treatment for voice and swallowing complaints, office based laryngeal surgery, minimally invasive microlaryngeal surgery, open laryngeal framework surgery, gender-affirming voice and speech therapy, and gender-affirming voice and laryngeal surgery. Dr. Yung is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasmodic Dysphonia. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spasmodic Dysphonia, Vocal Cord Dysfunction, Laryngeal Nerve Damage, Laryngeal Cancer, and Endoscopy. Dr. Yung is board certified in Otolaryngology. Dr. Yung is currently accepting new patients.

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    Distinguished in Spasmodic Dysphonia
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Spasmodic Dysphonia
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Fremont Center

    3200 Kearney Street, 
    Fremont, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sean Wang is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Fremont, California. Dr. Wang is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasmodic Dysphonia. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spasmodic Dysphonia, Vocal Cord Dysfunction, Palatopharyngeal Incompetence, and Laryngeal Nerve Damage. Dr. Wang is board certified in Otolaryngology – Head And Neck Surgery - Board Certified. Dr. Wang is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Spasmodic Dysphonia
    Otolaryngology
    Distinguished in Spasmodic Dysphonia
    Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    Gender Affirming Health Program

    1725 Montgomery St., Suite 250, 
    San Francisco, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. VyVy Young is an otolaryngologist who cares for patients with disorders affecting voice, breathing, coughing or swallowing. Her many interests include the aging voice, vocal cord growths (both cancerous and noncancerous), vocal cord surgery, vocal cord paralysis, spasmodic dysphonia (spasming of voice-related muscles), airway stenosis (narrowing), vocal cord dysfunction and swallowing difficulties, including those that can arise after surgery. Young's research focuses on age-related voice changes, transgender voice concerns and advancing treatment of vocal cord paralysis. Young earned her medical degree from the University of Louisville School of Medicine, where she also completed a residency in otolaryngology. She then completed a fellowship in laryngology and caring for the professional voice at the University of Pittsburgh Voice Center. A member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, Young chairs its voice committee, is chair-elect of the women in otolaryngology communications committee, and serves on several other of the academy's committees, including the patient safety and quality improvement committee. She is a member of the Society of University Otolaryngologists, serving on its gender disparity committee and as a representative to its board of governors. She is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society, American Laryngological Association and American Broncho-Esophagological Association. Young also has a passion for medical education. She serves as associate director for UCSF's residency program in otolaryngology, training future ear, nose, and throat surgeons. Dr. Young is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasmodic Dysphonia. She is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Laryngocele, Spasmodic Dysphonia, Perichondritis, Swallowing Difficulty, and Endoscopy. Dr. Young is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology, Otolaryngology. Dr. Young is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Spasmodic Dysphonia
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Spasmodic Dysphonia
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Office

    2521 Stockton Blvd Ste 6201A, 
    Sacramento, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Peter Belafsky is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Sacramento, California. Dr. Belafsky is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasmodic Dysphonia. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis, Laryngectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Spasmodic Dysphonia
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Spasmodic Dysphonia
    Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    Sacramento Ear Nose & Throat

    2 Medical Plaza Dr, Ste 225, 
    Roseville, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German, Sign Language
    Accepting New Patients

    Tim A. Fife, MD has been a member of Sacramento Ear, Nose & Throat Surgical and Medical Group, Inc since 2014. Dr. Fife is board certified and is a member of the American Board of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery.Dr. Fife practices all aspects of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery, including the medical and surgical treatment of most ear, nose and throat conditions in both children and adults. He has special interest in the evaluation and treatment of voice and swallowing disorders. As part of his assessment of maladies of the voice, he utilizes laryngeal stroboscopy to analyze vocal cord mobility and diagnose a variety of voice pathologies, including chronic hoarseness, vocal cord injuries, tracheal stenosis and benign and malignant lesions of the larynx. For many conditions, he is able to offer both medical and surgical treatment options.Dr. Fife grew up in the Central Valley and attended Brigham Young University where he completed his undergraduate degree in Neuroscience. He subsequently received his medical training at the University of California, Davis. He then headed east to Wake Forest, where he completed his residency in Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery. His research has been published in national and international peer-reviewed journals, and he has presented at national meetings around the country.When not at work, Dr. Fife enjoys spending time with his family – his wife, Cami, and three young children, Charlie, Anna and Jane. His hobbies include cycling, creative writing and listening to music. He is fluent in German and conversant in American Sign Language. Dr. Fife is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasmodic Dysphonia. He is also highly rated in 39 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Jones Syndrome, Laryngectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Fife is board certified in Otolaryngology. Dr. Fife is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Spasmodic Dysphonia
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Spasmodic Dysphonia
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Sutter Roseville Medical Plaza Care Center

    3 Medical Plaza Drive, Suite 220, 
    Roseville, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Danielle Anderson is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Roseville, California. Dr. Anderson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasmodic Dysphonia. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spasmodic Dysphonia, Infant Hearing Loss, Tinnitus, and Nasal Septal Hematoma. Dr. Anderson is board certified in Otolaryngology – Head And Neck Surgery. Dr. Anderson is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Spasmodic Dysphonia
    Advanced in Spasmodic Dysphonia
    Referral may be required

    Buxa & Bergstrom ENT Center Of Excellence

    3305 Plr St, Ste A, 
    Redding, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    The ENT Center of Excellence is committed to providing you with the finest ear, nose and throat care in the North State. When it comes to your health, we will stop at nothing to give you the best-possible treatment. That is what excellence is all about. Dr. Bergstrom is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasmodic Dysphonia. He is also highly rated in 43 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Familial Deafness, Empyema, and Sinusitis. Dr. Bergstrom is board certified in Otolaryngology. Dr. Bergstrom is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Spasmodic Dysphonia
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Spasmodic Dysphonia
    Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    Sutter Medical Group

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

    Randall Cohen is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Auburn, California. Dr. Cohen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasmodic Dysphonia. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Otitis, Infant Hearing Loss, Mikulicz Disease, and Myringotomy. Dr. Cohen is board certified in Otolaryngology. Dr. Cohen is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Spasmodic Dysphonia
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Spasmodic Dysphonia
    Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    Buxa & Bergstrom ENT Center Of Excellence

    3305 Plr St, Ste A, 
    Redding, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    The ENT Center of Excellence is committed to providing you with the finest ear, nose and throat care in the North State. When it comes to your health, we will stop at nothing to give you the best-possible treatment. That is what excellence is all about. Dr. Buxa is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasmodic Dysphonia. He is also highly rated in 60 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholesteatoma, Sialadenitis, Familial Deafness, Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss, and Parathyroidectomy. Dr. Buxa is board certified in Otolaryngology. Dr. Buxa is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Spasmodic Dysphonia
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Spasmodic Dysphonia
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Voice Center For Medicine And The Arts

    924 Westwood Blvd Ste 515, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Gerald Berke is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Berke is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasmodic Dysphonia. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spasmodic Dysphonia, Vocal Cord Dysfunction, Laryngeal Nerve Damage, Laryngectomy, and Vagotomy.

    Distinguished in Spasmodic Dysphonia
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Spasmodic Dysphonia
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    UCLA Department Of Surgery

    10833 Le Conte Ave, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dinesh Chhetri is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Chhetri is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasmodic Dysphonia. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Swallowing Difficulty, Spasmodic Dysphonia, Painful Swallowing, Laryngectomy, and Parathyroidectomy.

    Distinguished in Spasmodic Dysphonia
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Spasmodic Dysphonia
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    UC San Diego

    200 W Arbor Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Philip Weissbrod is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Weissbrod is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasmodic Dysphonia. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Throat Cancer, Laryngeal Cancer, Spasmodic Dysphonia, Laryngectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Spasmodic Dysphonia
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Spasmodic Dysphonia
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Faculty Physicians And Surgeons Of Llusm

    4646 Brockton Ave Ste 103, 
    Riverside, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brianna Crawley is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Riverside, California. Dr. Crawley is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasmodic Dysphonia. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spasmodic Dysphonia, Swallowing Difficulty, Vocal Cord Dysfunction, Laryngectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Spasmodic Dysphonia
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Spasmodic Dysphonia
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    UCI Health

    101 The City Dr S, 
    Orange, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sunil Verma is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Orange, California. Dr. Verma is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasmodic Dysphonia. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spasmodic Dysphonia, Laryngeal Cancer, Throat Cancer, Laryngectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Spasmodic Dysphonia
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Spasmodic Dysphonia
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Stanford Hospital And Clinics

    801 Welch Rd, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Edward Damrose is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Damrose is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasmodic Dysphonia. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Throat Cancer, Laryngeal Cancer, Perichondritis, Laryngectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Spasmodic Dysphonia
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Spasmodic Dysphonia
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Stanford Hospital And Clinics

    801 Welch Rd, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Chih-kwang Sung is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Sung is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasmodic Dysphonia. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spasmodic Dysphonia, Laryngitis, Laryngeal Nerve Damage, Laryngectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Spasmodic Dysphonia
    Otolaryngology | General Surgery
    Distinguished in Spasmodic Dysphonia
    Otolaryngology | General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Cedars-Sinai Ear, Nose & Throat-Los Angeles

    8631 W 3rd St Ste 915 Ofc East, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Anca Barbu is an Otolaryngologist and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Barbu is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasmodic Dysphonia. She is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Laryngeal Nerve Damage, Spasmodic Dysphonia, Vocal Cord Dysfunction, Laryngectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Spasmodic Dysphonia
    Otolaryngology
    Distinguished in Spasmodic Dysphonia
    Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    South Sacramento Medical Center

    7300 Wyndham Dr, 2nd Floor, 
    Sacramento, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Richard Mchugh is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Sacramento, California. Dr. Mchugh is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spasmodic Dysphonia. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Laryngeal Nerve Damage, Spasmodic Dysphonia, Vocal Cord Dysfunction, Laryngocele, and Laryngectomy. Dr. Mchugh is currently accepting new patients.

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    When should I see a Spasmodic Dysphonia doctor near Palo Alto, 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 Spasmodic Dysphonia doctor near Palo Alto, 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 Spasmodic Dysphonia doctors near Palo Alto, 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 Spasmodic Dysphonia doctors near Palo Alto, 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 Spasmodic Dysphonia doctor near Palo Alto, 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 Spasmodic Dysphonia doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Spasmodic Dysphonia 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 Spasmodic Dysphonia doctor near Palo Alto, 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 Spasmodic Dysphonia 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 Spasmodic Dysphonia 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 Spasmodic Dysphonia doctors near Palo Alto, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Spasmodic Dysphonia 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 Spasmodic Dysphonia doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Spasmodic Dysphonia 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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