Overview
Dr. Dong practices the breadth of the Otolaryngology specialty, including the treatment of head and neck tumors, sinus and allergy diseases and ear problems. He has a particular interest in pediatric ENT, thyroid surgery and endoscopic sinus surgery.Dr. Dong has received additional training in the use of ultrasound for evaluation of thyroid nodules and other head and neck tumors. He performs needle biopsies under ultrasound guidance in the office.Dr. Dong also has expertise in balloon sinus procedures performed in the office, which generally allows patients to return to work and normal activities by the following day. Additionally, he offers in-office facial rejuvenation services such as cosmetic fillers and injections.Dr. Dong grew up in Sacramento and attended the University of California, Davis where he completed his undergraduate degree in Biological Science in 1989. He subsequently received his medical degree from Saint Louis University in Missouri. He completed his residency in Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery at Northwestern University in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Dong began his practice in Chicago where he stayed for six years before heading west to Stockton, California in 2004.In his spare time, Dr. Dong enjoys spending time with his family and is an outdoor enthusiast, enjoying paddle boarding, hiking, snowboarding and golf.
Dr. Dong is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, Jones Syndrome, DFNB1, and Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder.
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Locations
10200 Trinity Pkwy, Ste 201, Stockton, CA 95219
Head And Neck Surgery Cancer Program
Dr. Patrick Ha is chief of the UCSF Division of Head and Neck Surgical Oncology. His expertise in patient care covers the full scope of head and neck surgery, with a focus on thyroid and parathyroid surgery as well as endoscopic approaches to throat cancer surgery. Ha's research is currently focused on molecular changes that occur in adenoid cystic carcinoma of the salivary gland. Ha received an undergraduate degree in biology from Harvard University, graduating magna cum laude. He obtained his medical degree from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, graduating with membership in the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. He then completed his residency training and a postdoctoral fellowship at the otolaryngology department of Johns Hopkins, along with advanced fellowship training in head and neck oncologic surgery. Ha serves on the editorial board of several medical journals, including Oral Oncology. He is the Irwin Mark Jacobs and Joan Klein Jacobs Distinguished Professor in Head and Neck Cancer. Dr. Ha is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma, Salivary Gland Tumors, Tongue Cancer, Gastrostomy, and Laryngectomy.
Head And Neck Medical Oncology Program
Dr. Alain Algazi is a specialist in medical treatment – such as chemotherapy and immunotherapy – for patients with head and neck cancers, including head and neck squamous cell carcinoma, thyroid cancers and salivary gland cancers. He leads UCSF's program in medical therapy for head and neck cancers, and chairs the head and neck cancer research committee. In research, Algazi conducts clinical trials – studies that evaluate new therapies for head and neck cancers with an emphasis on approaches to improving the chances of long term remission in patients with incurable cancer using immunotherapy. He has also served the national study chair for clinical trials that give patients access to new medications and that provide new approaches of administering existing medications to improve their efficacy. Algazi earned his medical degree from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and completed a residency in internal medicine at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center. He completed a fellowship in hematology-oncology at UCSF. Algazi is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology, Society for Immunotherapy for Cancer and American Association for Cancer Research. To reach Dr. Alain Algazi, please contact the head and neck medical oncology practice at (415) 353-9900. Dr. Algazi is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), Polymorphous Low Grade Adenocarcinoma, and Glioma.
Stanford Hospital And Clinics
Nikolas Blevins is an Otolaryngologist in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Blevins is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cholesteatoma, Acoustic Neuroma, Schwannoma, Mastoidectomy, and Osteotomy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ronald G. Dong
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ronald G. Dong?
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Is Dr. Ronald G. Dong a top-rated expert for Infant Hearing Loss?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ronald G. Dong is classified as an Advanced expert for Infant Hearing Loss, 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. Ronald G. Dong specialize in?
While Dr. Ronald G. Dong is a Otolaryngology, they have specific expertise in Infant Hearing Loss, Jones Syndrome, and DFNB1. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Otolaryngology.
Does Dr. Ronald G. Dong accept my insurance?
Dr. Ronald G. Dong accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 209-952-0483 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Advanced
- Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder
- Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP)
- DFNB1Dr. Dong isAdvanced. Learn about DFNB1.
- Infant Hearing LossDr. Dong isAdvanced. Learn about Infant Hearing Loss.
- Jones SyndromeDr. Dong isAdvanced. Learn about Jones Syndrome.
- Low Nasal BridgeDr. Dong isAdvanced. Learn about Low Nasal Bridge.
- Experienced
- Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands
- Allergic RhinitisDr. Dong isExperienced. Learn about Allergic Rhinitis.
- Anaplastic Thyroid CancerDr. Dong isExperienced. Learn about Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer.
- AnosmiaDr. Dong isExperienced. Learn about Anosmia.
- Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS)
- Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo