Expertise in
31
conditions

Dr. Douglas R. Sidell

Pediatric Otolaryngology
Stanford Hospital And Clinics
801 Welch Rd, 
Palo Alto, CA 
Expertise in
31
conditions
Stanford Hospital And Clinics
801 Welch Rd, 
Palo Alto, CA 

Overview

Douglas Sidell is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California.

Dr. Sidell is highly rated in 31 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tracheal Agenesis, Laryngeal Cleft, Stridor, Endoscopy, and Myringotomy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 98 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials.

Specialties

Pediatric Otolaryngology

Licenses

Pediatric Otolaryngology in CA

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

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Aetna
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Health Plan of San Mateo
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Santa Clara Family Health Plan
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Sutter Health
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UnitedHealthcare
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Valley Health
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Western Health Advantage
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Locations

Stanford Hospital and Clinics
801 Welch Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94304
Other Locations
Stanford Rehabilitation Clinic
730 Welch Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94304

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

2 Clinical Trials

Transnasal Humidified Rapid-Insufflation Ventilatory Exchange (THRIVE) Use in Pediatric Procedures
Transnasal Humidified Rapid-Insufflation Ventilatory Exchange (THRIVE) Use in Pediatric Procedures
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: August 06, 2020
Intervention Type: Device
Study Phase: Not Applicable
In Infants With Symptoms of Tracheomalacia or Laryngomalacia, Does Acid-Blocking Medication Improve Respiratory Symptoms? A Randomized, Controlled Trial
In Infants With Symptoms of Tracheomalacia or Laryngomalacia, Does Acid-Blocking Medication Improve Respiratory Symptoms? A Randomized, Controlled Trial
Enrollment Status: Withdrawn
Publish Date: November 17, 2017
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Not Applicable
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98 Total Publications

Pediatric Vocal Fold Paralysis.
Pediatric Vocal Fold Paralysis.
Journal: Otolaryngologic clinics of North America
Published: April 21, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Douglas R. Sidell

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Douglas R. Sidell?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Douglas R. Sidell by calling their office at 650-723-5281. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Douglas R. Sidell a top-rated expert for Tracheal Agenesis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Douglas R. Sidell is classified as an Elite expert for Tracheal Agenesis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Douglas R. Sidell specialize in?

While Dr. Douglas R. Sidell is a Pediatric Otolaryngology, they have specific expertise in Tracheal Agenesis, Laryngeal Cleft, and Stridor. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Otolaryngology.

Does Dr. Douglas R. Sidell participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Douglas R. Sidell has published 98 articles and abstracts on conditions like Tracheal Agenesis. You can view a list of Dr. Douglas R. Sidell's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Douglas R. Sidell accept my insurance?

Dr. Douglas R. Sidell accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 650-723-5281 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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