The 20 Best Tongue Cancer Doctors Near Me in Mission Viejo, CA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 28 doctor with experience in Tongue Cancer near Mission Viejo, CA. Of these, 24 are Experienced and 4 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Tongue Cancer
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Tongue Cancer
    Otolaryngology
    26730 Crown Valley Parkway, Suite 250, 
    Mission Viejo, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    James Heinrich is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Heinrich is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tongue Cancer. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Keloids, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Nasal Septal Hematoma, Low Nasal Bridge, and Myringotomy. Dr. Heinrich is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    Hematology Oncology
    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    Hematology Oncology
    27799 Medical Center Road, Suite 460, 
    Mission Viejo, CA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Minch Fong is a Hematologist Oncology provider practicing medicine in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Fong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tongue Cancer. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Laryngeal Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), and Posterior Fossa Tumor. Dr. Fong is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    Radiation Oncology
    27799 Medical Center Road, Suite 120, 
    Mission Viejo, CA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Gene-fu Liu is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Mission Viejo, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Liu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tongue Cancer. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Posterior Fossa Tumor, Metastatic Brain Tumor, and Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma. Dr. Liu is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    Radiation Oncology
    27799 Medical Center Road, Suite 120, 
    Mission Viejo, CA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    William Chou is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Chou is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tongue Cancer. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Astrocytoma, Oligodendroglioma, Glioblastoma, and Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes. Dr. Chou is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Tongue Cancer
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Tongue Cancer
    Otolaryngology

    Head And Neck Associates

    26726 Crown Valley Pkwy, 
    Mission Viejo, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    25+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Quang Luu is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Mission Viejo, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 25 years. Dr. Luu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tongue Cancer. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Deafness, Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma, Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder, Thyroidectomy, and Glossectomy. Dr. Luu is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology.

    Advanced in Tongue Cancer
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Tongue Cancer
    Otolaryngology

    Orange County Ear Nose And Throat Assocs

    24411 Health Center Dr, 
    Laguna Hills, CA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    32+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Sun is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Laguna Hills, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 32 years. Dr. Sun is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tongue Cancer. He is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Nonallergic Rhinopathy, Ozena, Palatal Myoclonus, and Infant Hearing Loss. Dr. Sun is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology.

    Advanced in Tongue Cancer
    Advanced in Tongue Cancer

    Orange County Ear Nose And Throat Assocs

    24411 Health Center Dr, 
    Laguna Hills, CA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    29+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christopher Yian is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Laguna Hills, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 29 years. Dr. Yian is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tongue Cancer. He is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Jones Syndrome, Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, and Ruptured Eardrum. Dr. Yian is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology.

    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    Interventional Radiology
    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    Interventional Radiology

    Office

    Irvine, CA 
     (6.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bo Liu is an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in Irvine, California. Dr. Liu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tongue Cancer. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Retroperitoneal Fibrosis, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    Radiation Oncology

    Office

    Laguna Hills, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Linda Chan is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Laguna Hills, California. Dr. Chan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tongue Cancer. She is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Angiosarcoma, Breast Cancer, Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, and Lung Adenocarcinoma.

    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    Radiation Oncology

    Memorial Radiation Oncology Medical

    Laguna Hills, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sharon Lee is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Laguna Hills, California. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tongue Cancer. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer, and Intraductal Papilloma.

    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    Radiation Oncology

    Memorial Radiation Oncology Medical

    Laguna Hills, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Zhang is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Laguna Hills, California. Dr. Zhang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tongue Cancer. His clinical expertise encompasses Prostate Cancer, Breast Cancer, HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer, and Familial Prostate Cancer.

    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    Experienced in Tongue Cancer

    Head And Neck Associates

    26726 Crown Valley Pkwy, 
    Mission Viejo, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    42+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Bredenkamp is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Mission Viejo, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 42 years. Dr. Bredenkamp is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tongue Cancer. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Parathyroid Adenoma, Parathyroid Cancer, Sialadenitis, and Hyperparathyroidism. Dr. Bredenkamp is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology.

    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    Experienced in Tongue Cancer

    Head And Neck Associates

    26726 Crown Valley Pkwy, 
    Mission Viejo, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    32+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Jakobsen is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Mission Viejo, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 32 years. Dr. Jakobsen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tongue Cancer. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder, Palatal Myoclonus, Nonallergic Rhinopathy, and Ozena. Dr. Jakobsen is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology.

    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    Otolaryngology

    Head And Neck Associates

    26726 Crown Valley Pkwy, 
    Mission Viejo, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    7+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Laith Mukdad is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Mission Viejo, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 7 years. Dr. Mukdad is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tongue Cancer. His clinical expertise encompasses Swallowing Difficulty, Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), Ear Cancer, and Familial Deafness.

    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    Otolaryngology

    Head And Neck Associates

    26726 Crown Valley Pkwy, 
    Mission Viejo, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    25+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Cho is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Mission Viejo, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 25 years. Dr. Cho is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tongue Cancer. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ozena, Nonallergic Rhinopathy, Palatal Myoclonus, and Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder. Dr. Cho is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology.

    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    Internal Medicine

    Oncology Physicians Network Of California PC

    Aliso Viejo, CA 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    48+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Haresh Jhangiani is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Aliso Viejo, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 48 years. Dr. Jhangiani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tongue Cancer. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Angiosarcoma. Dr. Jhangiani is board certified in American Board Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    Hematology | Oncology

    Office

    16105 Sand Canyon Ave Ste 230, 
    Irvine, CA 
     (6.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Chaitali Nangia is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Irvine, California. Dr. Nangia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tongue Cancer. She is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Olfactory Neuroblastoma, Teratocarcinosarcoma, and Paget Disease of the Breast.

    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    Otolaryngology

    Ge MD A Professional Medical Corp.

    113 Waterworks Way, 
    Irvine, CA 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    28+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Norman Ge is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Irvine, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 28 years. Dr. Ge is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tongue Cancer. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Trachoma, Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome, Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss, and Laryngitis. Dr. Ge is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology.

    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    Otolaryngology

    Alton/sand Canyon Medical Offices

    6670 Alton Pkwy, 
    Irvine, CA 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Niklaus Eriksen is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Irvine, California. Dr. Eriksen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tongue Cancer. His clinical expertise encompasses Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma, Tongue Cancer, Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Eriksen is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Tongue Cancer
    Otolaryngology

    Office

    6670 Alton Pkwy, 
    Irvine, CA 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Frederick Yoo is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Irvine, California. Dr. Yoo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tongue Cancer. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sinusitis, Nasal Polyps, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery, and Endoscopy.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Tongue Cancer?

    Tongue (oral) cancer can occur in different areas of the oral cavity, such as on the surface of the tongue in the mouth, or at the base of the tongue in the throat. Causes of tongue cancer include tobacco and heavy alcohol use, a weakened immune system, infection with the human papillomavirus (HPV) or a previous history of head and neck cancer. The risk of tongue cancer is higher in males. In time tongue cancers may spread to other areas of the mouth, head, and neck. Most oral cancers are squamous cell carcinomas.

    When should I see a Tongue Cancer doctor near Mission Viejo, 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 Tongue Cancer doctor near Mission Viejo, 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 Tongue Cancer doctors near Mission Viejo, 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 Tongue Cancer doctors near Mission Viejo, 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 Tongue Cancer doctor near Mission Viejo, 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 Tongue Cancer doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Tongue Cancer 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 Tongue Cancer doctor near Mission Viejo, 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 Tongue Cancer 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 Tongue Cancer 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 Tongue Cancer doctors near Mission Viejo, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Tongue Cancer 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 Tongue Cancer doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Tongue Cancer 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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