EAR, NOSE,
THROAT & COSMETIC
SPECIALISTS
Integrity and Compassion Are The Center Of Our Practice
EAR, NOSE,
THROAT & COSMETIC
SPECIALISTS
Integrity and Compassion Are The Center Of Our Practice
Welcome to Pacific Head & Neck
We are premier Los Angeles ENT doctors, specializing in both pediatric and adult ear, nose and throat disorders and treatment. Our board certified physicians provide a wide variety of cosmetic and medical treatments to our patients. We provide general and subspecialized care for both pediatric and adult disorders of the head, neck, ear, nose, and throat. ENT medical practices treat a wide range of conditions including hearing loss, tinnitus, vertigo, sinusitis, allergies, tonsillitis, and voice disorders. Our ENT doctors are skilled in performing various
procedures such as allergy testing, cochlear implant surgery, endoscopic sinus surgery, laryngoscopy, and much more. We believe the outcome of any consultation, surgical or non-surgical procedure should be to enhance our patients’ physical and emotional quality of life. We spend extensive time advising our patients of their options in order to create an individualized plan. Integrity and compassion are at the center of our medical practice.
Ears, Nose, & Throat
In our office, your concerns are heard and evaluated. A treatment protocol is developed around your unique needs.
Dr. Kochhar is a Very Talented Thoughtful and Kind Doctor - I feel that he gives me 100% of his attention during my office visits - I will be forever grateful to him for helping me to feel and look better and for being there for me while I am navigating my recovery.
–Joni M.
Dr. Anwar is skilled and dedicated at his trade. He is thorough and compassionate and I felt so comfortable having him look at my sinus issues. He's a great listener and takes the time to explain everything in terms I understand. Most of all I appreciate that he did not push procedures or medications on me! I feel like he genuinely cared about my well being and I trust his opinion as he's extremely knowledgeable.
– Roya K.
Dr. Chester Griffiths and his team was Amazing! This is the year of Covid and the only good thing about this year so far is Dr. Griffiths and His Team!! They were able to removed my husband’s tumor with no complications! We are very blessed to have met Dr. Griffiths and his team, they are Rock Stars of this type of surgery. I only spent 1 night in the hospital. I recovered at home! All is Good!! God bless all of you that helped us.”
– R. Chien, ENT Patient
National Migraine & Headache Awareness Month
June is National Migraine and Headache Awareness Month, a time to bring attention to the debilitating effects of migraines and headaches. These conditions affect millions of people around the world and can significantly impact their quality of life. There are […]
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Walk4Hearing is a nationwide event bringing attention to hearing loss and promoting the importance of hearing health. Pacific Neuroscience Institute partners with Walk4Hearing to promote hearing awareness.
Register: www.walk4hearing.org
Registration: 9 AM
Walk Starts: 10:45 AM
#walk4hearing #hearingloss #pacificheadandneck
#pacificneuroscienceinstitute #ent #sshl #earnosethroat
#health #losangeles
Our annual ENT CME was held this past weekend. Thank you to our speakers and supporters; we appreciate your expertise, knowledge, and dedication.
#pacificheadandneck #pni #ent #cme #santamonica
Why do I have Vestibular Schwannoma?
There are no known risk factors for most patients that have vestibular schwannoma. They are almost always only in one ear. Thus, for most patients, we don’t really know. However, there is a rare genetic disease (neurofibromatosis type II) why patients get vestibular schwannoma in both ears (and sometimes other tumors inside the head such as meningioma). This disease is usually only diagnosed in children or very young adults.
Symptoms:
- Tinnitus (Ear noise/ringing in the ear)
- Hearing loss in one ear
- Vague disequilibrium, particularly with rapid head turns like when changing lanes on the highway
- Facial numbness
- Facial twitch
Learn More: https://www.pacificheadandneck.com/ears-hearing-balance/acoustic-neuroma-vestibular-schwannomas/
#pacificheadandneck #acousticneuroma #vestibularschwannoma #ent #earnosethroat #otolaryngology #neurotology #neuro #awarenessweek #health #losangeles #santamonica
LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER!
2023 Ear, Nose, Throat Updates and Pearls for PCPs" | Saturday, May 20, 2023
8 AM - 5 PM | Location: Le Meridien Delfina Santa Monica
Total: 6.5 CME Credits
Register Today: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2023-ear-nose-throat-updates-and-pearls-for-pcps-tickets-526065715717
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Bonebridge hearing implants are designed for patients with mild to moderate hearing loss. Individuals with poor conduction due to damage in the external or middle ear benefit from this device.
How does Bonebridge work?
Bonebridge picks up the sounds around you and sends them to your inner ear through the bones of your skull.
Schedule a visit: https://www.pacificheadandneck.com/ears-hearing-balance/
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Listen up! The CDC reports that over half of all young people listen to their music too loudly, and are at risk for damaging their hearing permanently. Hearing loss is a serious issue. It’s important to protect your ears, limit the use of earbuds, and lower the volume of your music.
#hearingloss #ENT #otolarynology #losangeles
As anyone with seasonal allergies or those prone to colds can tell you, it’s easy to take for granted being able to breathe out of both nostrils! A deviated septum can exacerbate this since it causes the cartilage that divides each nostril to be bent or crooked. If you suspect you may suffer from a deviated septum, we recommend scheduling an appointment with us for a full evaluation!
Schedule a visit: 310-477-5558
#deviatedseptum #nose #allergies #cartilage #ent #otolaryngology #seasonalallergy #losangeles #santamonica #california
May Newsletter is out! Read more on: National Melanoma and Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention Month, BuzzFeedNews Article with Dr. Voelker, and What can you do to protect your eyes after Facial Paralysis with Dr. Kochhar.
Link:
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What is Facial Synkinesis? | By: @dramitkochhar
Full Video: https://youtu.be/PcPNZL5idD4
Schedule an appointment today: 310-477-5558
#pacificheadandneck #otolaryngology #ent #earnosethroat #facialparalysis #facialsynkinesis #facialplastics #bellspalsy #recovery #losangeles #santamonica #california
The most common types of seasonal allergies include:
- Pollen allergies: This type of allergy is caused by pollen from trees, grasses, and weeds.
- Mold allergies: Mold spores are present in the air during the warmer months and can cause allergies in some people.
- Dust mite allergies: These tiny creatures thrive in warm, humid environments and can cause allergies in some people.
- Pet dander allergies: People who are allergic to animal dander may experience symptoms when exposed to pets.
- Insect sting allergies: Some people may be allergic to insect stings, such as those from bees, wasps, and hornets.
Symptoms of seasonal allergies can include sneezing, congestion, runny nose, itchy eyes, and sore throat, which can be very uncomfortable and disrupt daily activities. An ENT physician can help diagnose and treat these symptoms, and may also be able to provide allergy testing and immunotherapy (allergy shots) to help manage the allergy symptoms in the long term.
#pacificheadandneck #ent #otolaryngology #allergy #seasonalallergies #losangeles #california #santamonica #torrance
National Acoustic Neuroma Awareness Week (May 8 - 12)
Vestibular Schwannoma is a benign (non-cancerous) tumor. It is the second most common tumor inside the head. The tumor forms from the Shwann cells that line the balance nerve fibers that connects the inner ear to the brain.
The tumor does not spread, but it does grow. As it enlarges, it infiltrates into the remaining balance and hearing nerves, causing disequilibrium and hearing loss. It can ultimately push on the brain or other nerves in the area if it gets large. In most cases, these tumors grow slowly over many years, but sometimes the rate of growth changes and becomes rapid.
Learn more: https://www.pacificheadandneck.com/ears-hearing-balance/acoustic-neuroma-vestibular-schwannomas/
#pacificheadandneck #ent #ears #acousticneuroma #awarenessweek #neurology #losangeles #SantaMonica #headandneck #health
Tonsilitis is the inflammation, or swelling, of the tonsils. Although many people associate this condition with children, it can also affect adults.
Call us today to schedule an appointment: 310-477-5558
#tonsillectomy #sorethroat #ent #losangeles
CME | 2023 Ear, Nose, and Throat Updates and Pearls for Primary Care Physicians
Date: Saturday, May 20, 2023 | Time: 8 AM - 5 PM
In-Person | Complimentary Registration
Location: Le Méridien Delfina Santa Monica
LIMITED REGISTRATION: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/526065715717
#pacificheadandneck #cme #continuingmedicaleducation #losangeles #santamonica #ent #pcp #earnosethroat #conference
Dr. Voelker (Surgeon) and Dr. Lewis (Audiologist)
Why choose PNI for your hearing health?
- Experience and Expertise: Our team of professionals have extensive knowledge in diagnosing and treating complex hearing disorders.
- Collaborative Care: Multidisciplinary approach to comprehensive care is the core value of the PNI. Our cochlear implant surgeon, specialized CI audiologist, vestibular audiologists, brain health neurologists, auditory verbal therapy and speech therapy partners meet routinely to discuss and tailor treatment for each individual patient.
- Accessible Care: We can deliver super specialized care at the community-based level. We can deliver same-day services with appointments for audiology, otology, vestibular assessment, vaccine administration, and often imaging.
- Support: We have an in-house team to help schedule your visits and ensure a timely, seamless process where the patient feels well informed and part of the decision process. Our goal is also to create a PNI cochlear implant recipient community where we host gatherings and classes that will range from hearing aid technology, cochlear implants to speechreading and communication strategies.
- Innovation: Our team is involved in research projects to push the envelope of cochlear implant care. We apply the latest research and offer and forward-thinking approach to care.
- Second Opinions: Our team of experts can offer a review of your medical records and meet via in-person or virtual platforms. Hearing health issues can feel complex, especially when making a difficult treatment decision. Getting a second opinion can help you make an informed decision about your care.
Learn more: https://www.pacificheadandneck.com/ears-hearing-balance/cochlear-implant-program/
#pacificheadandneck #cochlearimplantprogram #ent #audiology #hearingloss #cochlear #implants #earnosethroat #losangeles #health
Rhinoplasty by: Dr. Amit Kochhar (@dramitkochhar ) | See more Before & After Photos:
https://www.pacificheadandneck.com/nose-sinus/rhinoplasty/
Schedule a Visit: 310-477-5558
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Join our team at the annual Walk4Hearing on Sunday, June 11th at Shoreline Park in Long Beach, CA.
Walk4Hearing is a nationwide event bringing attention to hearing loss and promoting the importance of hearing health. Pacific Neuroscience Institute partners with Walk4Hearing to promote hearing awareness.
Register: www.walk4hearing.org
Registration: 9 AM
Walk Starts: 10:45 AM
#walk4hearing #hearingloss #pacificheadandneck #pacificneuroscienceinstitute #ent #sshl #earnosethroat #health #losangeles
Join our Physicians for our annual ENT CME.
"2023 Ear, Nose, Throat Updates and Pearls for PCPs" | Saturday, May 20, 2023
8 AM - 5 PM | Location: Le Meridien Delfina Santa Monica
Total: 6.5 CME Credits
Upon the conclusion of this educational conference, participants will be able to:
- Identify what criteria make patients with chronic sinus disease, obstructive sleep apnea, and severe hearing loss candidates for surgical intervention.
- Employ the newest evidence based practice guidelines for treating common ENT issues.
- Distinguish the difference between the various types of facial paralysis, between common allergy complaints versus chronic sinusitis, and common sore throat, and airway concerns.
- Recognize and refer benign and malignant tumors or lesions of the head and neck and the complex underlying issues that affect our voice.
- Facilitate the optimization of cognitive and memory function.
Register Today: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2023-ear-nose-throat-updates-and-pearls-for-pcps-tickets-526065715717
#pacificheadandneck #ent #otolaryngology #primarycare #rn #pa #nursepractioner #cme #medicaleducation #pacificneuroscienceinstitute #familymedicine #internalmedicine #earnosethroat #losangeles #santamonica #torrance #california #socal
“Our community-based cochlear implant program strives to advance our patients’ quality of life, improve their ability to communicate with loved ones, and enhance their cognitive well-being. Our interdisciplinary cochlear implant team at PNI treats patients across the lifespan (from infancy to older adults) using evidenced-based practices, innovation, and a compassionate approach to care.”
Learn More: https://www.pacificheadandneck.com/ears-hearing-balance/cochlear-implant-program/
#cochelarimplant #cochlearimplantprogram #ent #earnosethroat #losangeles #neurology #neurotology #audiology #hearingloss #healthcare #santamonica
Endoscopic sinus surgery is a minimally invasive surgical procedure that is used to treat chronic sinusitis and other conditions that affect the sinuses. It is typically performed under general anesthesia, and involves the use of an endoscope (a thin, flexible tube with a camera on the end) to view the inside of the sinuses and remove any obstructions or diseased tissue.
The procedure is typically performed as an outpatient procedure, meaning that the patient can go home on the same day. Recovery time varies, but most people are able to return to normal activities within a week or two after surgery.
Endoscopic sinus surgery may be recommended for people who have chronic sinusitis that has not responded to other treatments, such as antibiotics or nasal steroid sprays. It may also be used to treat nasal polyps, tumors, or other growths in the sinuses.
Schedule a visit: https://www.pacificheadandneck.com/nose-sinus/endoscopic-sinus-surgery-image-guided/
#ent #endoscopicsinusurgery #earnosethroat #sinus #losangeles #santamonica
@dramitkochhar : “Another incredible rhinoplasty result for a beautiful young woman who is 3 months post op.
In the case of this patient, she wanted to refine the shape and structure of her nasal bridge and her tip. Using meticulous techniques and ultrasonic instruments we created a natural, refined appearance. We are so happy for her and grateful that she would trust Dr. Kochhar to care for her.
If you are interested in learning more about ultrasonic rhinoplasty techniques and the most cutting-edge options for surgery, please call to make an appointment with one of the best Rhinoplasty surgeons in Los Angeles.”
Schedule a Visit: 310-477-5558
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