The 20 Best Tonsil Stones Doctors Near Me in California, US

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The 20 Best Tonsil Stones Doctors in California, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 548 doctor with experience in Tonsil Stones near California, US. Of these, 488 are Experienced, 58 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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    Conor W. Mclaughlin
    Distinguished in Tonsil Stones
    Distinguished in Tonsil Stones

    Sacramento Ear Nose & Throat

    1111 Exposition Blvd, Ste 700, 
    Sacramento, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Conor Mclaughlin is an Otolaryngologist in Sacramento, California. Dr. Mclaughlin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tonsil Stones. His top areas of expertise are Tonsil Stones, Infant Hearing Loss, Jones Syndrome, and DFNB1.

    Eli R. Groppo
    Advanced in Tonsil Stones
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Tonsil Stones
    Otolaryngology

    Sacramento Ear Nose & Throat

    1111 Exposition Blvd, Ste 700, 
    Sacramento, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tonsil Stones. His top areas of expertise are Jones Syndrome, Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Sinusitis, and Balloon Sinuplasty.

    Timothy A. Fife
    Advanced in Tonsil Stones
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Tonsil Stones
    Otolaryngology

    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 Tonsil Stones. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Jones Syndrome, Laryngectomy, and Gastrostomy.

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    Jahangir Sharifi
    Advanced in Tonsil Stones
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Tonsil Stones
    Otolaryngology

    L.A. Sinus And Allergy Specialists

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

    Jahangir Sharifi is an Otolaryngologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Sharifi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tonsil Stones. His top areas of expertise are Familial Deafness, Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Tinnitus, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Sharifi is currently accepting new patients.

    Michael J. Kearns
    Advanced in Tonsil Stones
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Tonsil Stones
    Otolaryngology

    Sacramento Ear Nose And Throat

    6660 Mercy Ct, Ste 180, 
    Fair Oaks, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    A native of Sacramento, Dr. Michael Kearns is a highly-regarded and experienced board-certified otolaryngologist who has been practicing in the Sacramento area since 1986. In addition to general otolaryngology, Dr. Kearns' special clinical interests include snoring and sleep apnea treatments, facial skin cancers and nasal/sinus disease.Dr. Kearns has been widely involved in the medical community and has won many leadership awards for his service to his patients, including being voted by local physicians as one of the top Otolaryngologists (Sacramento Magazine) in 2007 and being selected as Hero in Healthcare in 1998. Dr. Kearns currently serves as Chief of Otolaryngology at Mercy San Juan Hospital in Carmichael. In addition, Dr. Kearns has previously served Chief of Otolaryngology at Sutter Hospital and Mercy Hospital in Sacramento. He is a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society.Dr. Kearns earned his undergraduate degree from St. Mary's College in Moraga, California, where he was awarded Magna Cum Laude and graduated first in his class. He then obtained his medical degree from University of California, Irvine, where he was a Regents Scholar. Dr. Kearns completed an internship in general surgery and a residency training in otolaryngology and head and neck surgery at the University of California, San Diego. During his residency in otolaryngology, he served as Chief Resident.Dr. Kearns is a fellow of the American Academy of otolaryngology-head and neck surgery and the American College of Surgeons. He is also a member of the California and Sacramento Societies of Otolaryngology. He is affiliated with Mercy San Juan Hospital, Carmichael and Sutter Hospital in Roseville. Dr. Kearns is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tonsil Stones. His top areas of expertise are Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder, Jones Syndrome, Infant Hearing Loss, and DFNB1.

    Gary A. Buxa
    Advanced in Tonsil Stones
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Tonsil Stones
    Otolaryngology

    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 Tonsil Stones. His top areas of expertise are Cholesteatoma, Sialadenitis, Familial Deafness, Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss, and Parathyroidectomy.

    James C. Wu
    Advanced in Tonsil Stones
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Tonsil Stones
    Otolaryngology

    James Wu, MD

    1800 Sullivan Ave, Ste 411, 
    Daly City, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    James Wu is an Otolaryngologist in Daly City, California. Dr. Wu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tonsil Stones. His top areas of expertise are Familial Deafness, Infant Hearing Loss, Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS), and Tinnitus. Dr. Wu is currently accepting new patients.

    Lisa J. Molin
    Advanced in Tonsil Stones
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Tonsil Stones
    Otolaryngology

    ENT And PM&R - Dignity Health - San Luis Obispo, CA

    1555 Higuera St, 
    San Luis Obispo, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Lisa Molin is a board certified specialist and surgeon in Otolaryngology or more commonly known as ENT(Ear, Nose and Throat .) She attended medical school at University of Iowa, with a residency at UC Davis. She has been practicing in the San Luis Obispo area for 23 years. Dr. Molin is involved with international outreach to provide ENT medical and surgical care to underserved communities. Dr. Molin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tonsil Stones. Her top areas of expertise are Nasal Polyps, Familial Deafness, Male Pattern Baldness, and Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP).

    Sarah C. Shearer
    Advanced in Tonsil Stones
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Tonsil Stones
    General Surgery
    1111 Exposition Blvd., Building 700, 
    Sacramento, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sarah Shearer is a General Surgeon in Sacramento, California. Dr. Shearer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tonsil Stones. Her top areas of expertise are Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder, Infant Hearing Loss, Tonsil Stones, and Jones Syndrome. Dr. Shearer is currently accepting new patients.

    Howard K. Nam
    Advanced in Tonsil Stones
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Tonsil Stones
    General Surgery

    460 Plumas Care Center

    460 Plumas Blvd., Suite 205, 
    Yuba City, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Howard Nam is a General Surgeon in Yuba City, California. Dr. Nam is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tonsil Stones. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Jones Syndrome, and Otitis. Dr. Nam is currently accepting new patients.

    Steven J. Hasday
    Advanced in Tonsil Stones
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Tonsil Stones
    General Surgery
    1111 Exposition Blvd., Building 700, 
    Sacramento, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Steven Hasday is a General Surgeon in Sacramento, California. Dr. Hasday is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tonsil Stones. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder, Hearing Loss, and Nasal Septal Hematoma. Dr. Hasday is currently accepting new patients.

    Randall A. Ow
    Advanced in Tonsil Stones
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Tonsil Stones
    Otolaryngology

    Sacramento Ear Nose & Throat

    2 Medical Plaza Dr, Ste 225, 
    Roseville, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Randall Ow is an Otolaryngologist in Roseville, California. Dr. Ow is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tonsil Stones. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Nasal Polyps, Low Nasal Bridge, Myringotomy, and Septoplasty. Dr. Ow is currently accepting new patients.

    Kristin M. Bennett
    Advanced in Tonsil Stones
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Tonsil Stones
    Otolaryngology

    Kristin M. Bennett, MD Private Practice

    10200 Trinity Pkwy, Ste 201, 
    Stockton, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Bennett practices the breadth of the Otolaryngology specialty, including throat issues, nasal concerns and ear problems such as infections and hearing loss. She has a specific interest in facial trauma and especially enjoys working with children and adults with special needs.Dr. Bennett grew up in Stockton. She attended Dartmouth College where she completed her undergraduate degree in Biology and Psychology in 1994. She subsequently attended medical school at University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio. She completed her residency in Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery at University of Texas Houston. Dr. Bennett returned to Stockton in 2006. She currently sees patients in our Stockton office. Dr. Bennett is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tonsil Stones. Her top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Jones Syndrome, Gastrostomy, and Thyroidectomy.

    Sofia Avitia
    Advanced in Tonsil Stones
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Tonsil Stones
    Otolaryngology
    23803 McBean Parkway, Suite 202, 
    Valencia, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    I seek to provide the most complete care to my patients in a caring and respectful way. Dr. Avitia is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tonsil Stones. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Deafness, Infant Hearing Loss, TMJ Disorders, and Tinnitus.

    Distinguished in Tonsil Stones
    Otolaryngology
    Distinguished in Tonsil Stones
    Otolaryngology

    Stanford Medicine Partners Ear Nose And Throat Walnut Creek

    2623 Shadelands Dr Ste 1, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Timothy A Scott is an Otolaryngologist in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. A Scott is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tonsil Stones. His top areas of expertise are Tinnitus, Infant Hearing Loss, Tonsil Stones, and Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder.

    Advanced in Tonsil Stones
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Tonsil Stones
    Otolaryngology

    James Yee MD

    1600 Creekside Dr, Ste 3400, 
    Folsom, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    My process begins with listening to each patient's experience and symptoms with respect and care. I make every effort to explain every option and answer any questons because I believe patient education is the key to success in any treatment.  I enjoy seeing patients at all stages of life from infancy to elderly. Dr. Yee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tonsil Stones. His top areas of expertise are Familial Deafness, Ruptured Eardrum, Infant Hearing Loss, Tinnitus, and Laryngectomy.

    Advanced in Tonsil Stones
    Advanced in Tonsil Stones
    3307 Renner Drive, 
    Fortuna, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Gregory Barkdull is an Otolaryngologist in Fortuna, California. Dr. Barkdull is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tonsil Stones. His top areas of expertise are Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma, Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands, Salivary Gland Tumors, Tonsil Stones, and Myringotomy. Dr. Barkdull is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Tonsil Stones
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Tonsil Stones
    Otolaryngology
    2773 Harris Street, Suite B, 
    Eureka, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Colleen Lennard is an Otolaryngologist in Eureka, California. Dr. Lennard is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tonsil Stones. Her top areas of expertise are Palatopharyngeal Incompetence, Tonsil Stones, Familial Deafness, and Perichondritis. Dr. Lennard is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Tonsil Stones
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Tonsil Stones
    General Surgery
    6600 Mercy Court, Suite 180A, 
    Fair Oaks, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Deanne Nyland is a General Surgeon in Fair Oaks, California. Dr. Nyland is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tonsil Stones. Her top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Jones Syndrome, and Perichondritis. Dr. Nyland is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Tonsil Stones
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Tonsil Stones
    Otolaryngology
    501 South Buena Vista Street, 
    Burbank, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Yuro Berkovic is an Otolaryngologist in Burbank, California. Dr. Berkovic is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tonsil Stones. His top areas of expertise are Familial Deafness, Nasal Septal Hematoma, Low Nasal Bridge, and Perichondritis.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Tonsil Stones?

    Tonsil stones, also known as tonsilloliths, are calcium deposits that build up in the holes and crevices of the tonsils, which are round, spongy lymph glands on each side of the back of the mouth. Tonsil stones form from mucous, bacteria, or food particles that get trapped in the holes and crevices of the tonsils and begin as soft, white clumps that calcify into stones.

    When should I see a Tonsil Stones doctor in California, US?

    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 Tonsil Stones doctor in California, US?

    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 Tonsil Stones doctors in California, US?

    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 Tonsil Stones doctors in California, US?

    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 Tonsil Stones doctor in California, US?

    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 Tonsil Stones doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Tonsil Stones 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 Tonsil Stones doctor in California, US?

    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 Tonsil Stones 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 Tonsil Stones 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 Tonsil Stones doctors in California, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Tonsil Stones 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 Tonsil Stones doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Tonsil Stones 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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