The 20 Best Velopharyngeal Insufficiency Doctors Near Me in Phoenix, AZ

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 19 doctor with experience in Velopharyngeal Insufficiency near Phoenix, AZ. Of these, 16 are Experienced, 2 are Elite and 1 are Advanced.

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19 providers found
    Elite in Velopharyngeal Insufficiency
    General Surgery | Pediatrics | Plastic Surgery
    Elite in Velopharyngeal Insufficiency
    General Surgery | Pediatrics | Plastic Surgery

    Banner - University Medicine North

    3838 North Campbell Avenue, Building 2, 
    Tucson, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I enjoy hiking, skiing and spending time outdoors with my wife and two boys. Dr. Skirko is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Velopharyngeal Insufficiency. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Velopharyngeal Insufficiency, Palatopharyngeal Incompetence, Pierre Robin Sequence, Micrognathia, and Adenoidectomy. Dr. Skirko is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery and American Board Of Otolaryngology. Dr. Skirko is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Velopharyngeal Insufficiency
    Plastic Surgery
    Elite in Velopharyngeal Insufficiency
    Plastic Surgery

    Plastic Surgery Department

    1920 E Cambridge Ave, Ste 201, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Thomas Sitzman is a Plastic Surgeon practicing medicine in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Sitzman is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Velopharyngeal Insufficiency. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Velopharyngeal Insufficiency, Cleft Lip and Palate, Autosomal Cleft Palate, Osteotomy, and Adenoidectomy. Dr. Sitzman is board certified in Plastic Surgery. Dr. Sitzman is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Velopharyngeal Insufficiency
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Velopharyngeal Insufficiency
    Otolaryngology

    Phoenix Childrens Medical Group - Surgery

    1919 E Thomas Rd, 2nd Floor Clinic F, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David Crockett is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Crockett is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Velopharyngeal Insufficiency. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Congenital Tracheomalacia, Palatopharyngeal Incompetence, Velopharyngeal Insufficiency, Osteotomy, and Adenoidectomy. Dr. Crockett is board certified in Otolaryngology. Dr. Crockett is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Velopharyngeal Insufficiency
    Plastic Surgery
    Experienced in Velopharyngeal Insufficiency
    Plastic Surgery

    Plastic Surgery Department

    1920 E Cambridge Ave, Ste 201, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Davinder Singh is a Plastic Surgeon practicing medicine in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Singh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Velopharyngeal Insufficiency. She is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Lambdoid Synostosis, Baller-Gerold Syndrome, Craniosynostosis, and Metopic Ridge. Dr. Singh is board certified in Plastic Surgery. Dr. Singh is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Velopharyngeal Insufficiency
    Plastic Surgery
    Experienced in Velopharyngeal Insufficiency
    Plastic Surgery

    Stephen P. Beals, MD, PC

    5410 N Scottsdale Rd, Ste E-400, 
    Paradise Valley, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Paradise Valley Cosmetic SurgeonDr. Stephen P. Beals graduated from Wayne State University School of Medicine in 1978 and completed a General Surgery Residency at Beaumont Hospital in Detroit, MI. In pursuit of specialized training, he completed the Phoenix Plastic Surgery Residency in Phoenix, AZ, which included reconstructive and cosmetic techniques, followed by a Craniomaxillofacial Fellowship at the University of Toronto Hospital for Sick Children. He has been in private practice since 1986 and has founded the Craniofacial Foundation of Arizona and the Barrow Children's Cleft and Craniofacial Center (previously Southwest Craniofacial Center) where he is currently the Director. He has also developed the Heads Up Baby educational material. He also has a practice in Paradise Valley,AZ specializing in Cosmetic Surgery, facial, breasts and body including a Skin and Laser Center.Diplomate, American Board of Plastic SurgeryDirector, Barrow Cleft and Craniofacial Center Associate Professor, Plastic Surgery, Mayo Clinic. Dr. Beals is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Velopharyngeal Insufficiency. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Craniosynostosis, Velopharyngeal Insufficiency, Plagiocephaly, Osteotomy, and Bone Graft. Dr. Beals is board certified in Plastic Surgery. Dr. Beals is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Velopharyngeal Insufficiency
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Velopharyngeal Insufficiency
    Otolaryngology

    Banner - University Medical Center South Campus Multispecialty Services

    2800 East Ajo Way, Building 100, 
    Tucson, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Relaxing with family and enjoying the outdoors hiking, skiing, fishing, hunting and cycling. Dr. Cravens is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Velopharyngeal Insufficiency. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Isolated Hyperparathyroidism, Osteitis Fibrosa, Parathyroid Hyperplasia, and Neonatal Severe Hyperparathyroidism. Dr. Cravens is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery. Dr. Cravens is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Velopharyngeal Insufficiency
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Velopharyngeal Insufficiency
    Neuroradiology

    Phoenix Children's

    1919 E Thomas Rd, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Miller is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Miller is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Velopharyngeal Insufficiency. His clinical expertise encompasses Arachnoid Cysts, Familial Porencephaly, Choroid Plexus Cyst, and Velopharyngeal Insufficiency.

    Experienced in Velopharyngeal Insufficiency
    Pediatric Radiology
    Experienced in Velopharyngeal Insufficiency
    Pediatric Radiology

    Phoenix Children's

    1919 E Thomas Rd, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Patricia Cornejo is a Pediatric Radiologist practicing medicine in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Cornejo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Velopharyngeal Insufficiency. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Arachnoid Cysts, Choroid Plexus Cyst, Familial Porencephaly, and Cortical Dysplasia.

    Advanced in Velopharyngeal Insufficiency
    Plastic Surgery
    Advanced in Velopharyngeal Insufficiency
    Plastic Surgery

    Plastic Surgery Department

    1920 E Cambridge Ave, Ste 201, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nicole Kurnik is a Plastic Surgeon practicing medicine in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Kurnik is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Velopharyngeal Insufficiency. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Craniosynostosis, Metopic Ridge, Autosomal Cleft Palate, Osteotomy, and Myringotomy.

    Experienced in Velopharyngeal Insufficiency
    Physician Assistant
    Experienced in Velopharyngeal Insufficiency
    Physician Assistant
    1920 E Cambridge Ave Ste 201, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Trey Watmore is a Physician Assistant practicing medicine in Phoenix, Arizona. Watmore, PA is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Velopharyngeal Insufficiency. His clinical expertise encompasses Velopharyngeal Insufficiency and Microtia. Watmore, PA is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Velopharyngeal Insufficiency
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Velopharyngeal Insufficiency
    Otolaryngology

    Office

    2910 N 3rd Ave Ste 330, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Deborah Xie is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Xie is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Velopharyngeal Insufficiency. Her clinical expertise encompasses Velopharyngeal Insufficiency, Facial Paralysis, Sinusitis, Adenoidectomy, and Laryngectomy.

    Experienced in Velopharyngeal Insufficiency
    Experienced in Velopharyngeal Insufficiency

    Phoenix Children's

    1919 E Thomas Rd, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Kuwabara is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Kuwabara is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Velopharyngeal Insufficiency. His clinical expertise encompasses Velopharyngeal Insufficiency, Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy, and Gas Bloat Syndrome.

    Experienced in Velopharyngeal Insufficiency
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Velopharyngeal Insufficiency
    General Surgery

    Banner Good Samaritan

    1441 N 12th St, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kyung Chung is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Chung is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Velopharyngeal Insufficiency. His clinical expertise encompasses Cherubism, Autosomal Cleft Palate, Velopharyngeal Insufficiency, and Osteochondroma.

    Experienced in Velopharyngeal Insufficiency
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Velopharyngeal Insufficiency
    Otolaryngology

    AZ - Cancer ENT

    5777 E Mayo Blvd, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Hayden is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Hayden is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Velopharyngeal Insufficiency. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mikulicz Disease, Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma, Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands, Tissue Biopsy, and Laryngectomy.

    Experienced in Velopharyngeal Insufficiency
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Velopharyngeal Insufficiency
    Otolaryngology

    AZ - Cancer ENT

    5777 E Mayo Blvd, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brent Chang is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Chang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Velopharyngeal Insufficiency. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Throat Cancer, Laryngeal Cancer, Tonsillitis, Laryngectomy, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Experienced in Velopharyngeal Insufficiency
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Velopharyngeal Insufficiency
    Otolaryngology

    AZ - Cancer ENT

    5777 E Mayo Blvd, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Hinni is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Hinni is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Velopharyngeal Insufficiency. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Throat Cancer, Laryngeal Cancer, Salivary Gland Tumors, Laryngectomy, and Thyroidectomy.

    Experienced in Velopharyngeal Insufficiency
    Sleep Medicine
    Experienced in Velopharyngeal Insufficiency
    Sleep Medicine

    Phoenix Children's

    1919 E Thomas Rd, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rupali Drewek is a Sleep Medicine provider practicing medicine in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Drewek is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Velopharyngeal Insufficiency. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Asthma, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Asthma in Children, and Autism Spectrum Disorder.

    Experienced in Velopharyngeal Insufficiency
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Velopharyngeal Insufficiency
    Otolaryngology

    Tucson E.N.T. Associates P.C.

    1358 W Orange Grove Rd, 
    Tucson, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Parry is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. Parry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Velopharyngeal Insufficiency. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tongue Tie, Enlarged Adenoids, Hearing Loss, and Cholesteatoma.

    Experienced in Velopharyngeal Insufficiency
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Velopharyngeal Insufficiency
    Otolaryngology

    Phoenix Childrens Medical Group - Surgery

    1919 E Thomas Rd, 2nd Floor Clinic F, 
    Phoenix, AZ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Gerber is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Gerber is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Velopharyngeal Insufficiency. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Laryngomalacia, Enlarged Adenoids, Stridor, Myringotomy, and Adenoidectomy. Dr. Gerber is board certified in Otolaryngology.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    When should I see a Velopharyngeal Insufficiency doctor near Phoenix, AZ?

    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 Velopharyngeal Insufficiency doctor near Phoenix, AZ?

    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 Velopharyngeal Insufficiency doctors near Phoenix, AZ?

    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 Velopharyngeal Insufficiency doctors near Phoenix, AZ?

    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 Velopharyngeal Insufficiency doctor near Phoenix, AZ?

    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 Velopharyngeal Insufficiency doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Velopharyngeal Insufficiency 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 Velopharyngeal Insufficiency doctor near Phoenix, AZ?

    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 Velopharyngeal Insufficiency 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 Velopharyngeal Insufficiency 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 Velopharyngeal Insufficiency doctors near Phoenix, AZ?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Velopharyngeal Insufficiency 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 Velopharyngeal Insufficiency doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Velopharyngeal Insufficiency 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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