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
Skin Cancer Awareness Month: Prevention Tips & Treatment Options
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about the most common cancer in the United States. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, an estimated 9,500 people in the U.S. are diagnosed with skin cancer every […]
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👏 Big congratulations to our very own Mathilde, who’s headed to the 2025 Deaflympics in Tokyo to compete in tennis! 🎾
We’re so proud—follow us for updates as we support her incredible journey.
#Deaflympics2025 #Tennis #CochlearImplantChampion #PNIproud
Did you know nosebleeds are more common in summer? ☀️🩸
Dry air, dehydration, and seasonal allergies can all irritate the nasal lining — especially during hot weather or while using air conditioning. Most nosebleeds are harmless, but if they’re frequent, one-sided, or hard to stop, it might be time to see a specialist. 👃
Our ENT team can help identify the cause and offer effective treatment — so you can breathe easy and enjoy your summer. 💧🌼
#ENTCare #PacificHeadAndNeck #Nosebleeds #EarNoseThroat #LosAngelesENT
🌊 Swimmer’s ear (otitis externa) is a common summer infection caused by water getting trapped in the ear canal — creating the perfect environment for bacteria to grow. 👂🦠
Watch for signs like:
• Ear pain (especially when tugging the ear)
• Itching or fullness
• Drainage or reduced hearing
Prevent it with:
✔️ Drying your ears after swimming
✔️ Using earplugs or a swim cap
✔️ Avoiding cotton swabs
If ear pain or discharge shows up this summer, don’t wait — our ENT specialists can help treat swimmer’s ear quickly and safely, so you can get back to enjoying the water. 🏖️
#SwimmersEar #ENTCare #EarInfection #PacificHeadAndNeck
🧠 Cognition is more than memory — it includes attention, language, problem-solving, and how we process information every day.
If you or a loved one are experiencing changes in focus, memory, or communication due to stroke, brain injury, Parkinson’s, or dementia, a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) can help. 🗣️
Speech therapy can support:
• Attention & memory
• Language & expression
• Planning, organization & reasoning
Our SLPs create personalized treatment plans to help patients improve cognitive function and regain confidence in daily communication. 💬
#SpeechTherapy #Cognition #CognitiveRehab #PacificHeadAndNeck
🔊 Hearing a ringing, buzzing, or whooshing sound no one else can hear? You’re not imagining it — it could be tinnitus.
Tinnitus is the perception of sound without an external source and affects millions of people. For some, it’s a mild annoyance. For others, it can seriously impact sleep, focus, and quality of life.
Common causes include:
• Hearing loss
• Loud noise exposure 🎧
• Ear infections or blockages
• Stress and certain medications
If you`re experiencing tinnitus, don’t ignore it. Our ENT specialists and audiologists can help identify the cause and create a personalized treatment plan to manage or reduce your symptoms. 🩺👂
You don’t have to live with the noise.
#HearingHealth #ENTCare #PacificHeadAndNeck #Audiology
Hats off to you, dads! Wishing you a wonderful day!
Sudden hearing loss in one ear isn’t something to ignore. For Janna, it was the first sign of a vestibular schwannoma—also known as an acoustic neuroma.
These rare, benign brain tumors can impact hearing, balance, and more—but with early diagnosis and expert care, they are highly treatable.
This #ANAwarenessWeek, we’re shining a light on stories like Janna’s to help others recognize the signs and know they’re not alone. 💙
#AcousticNeuroma #VestibularSchwannoma #ANAwareness #BrainTumorAwareness #HearingLoss
🌟 Our June Newsletter Is Live!
Join us in celebrating ANAwareness Week 2025 and explore how informed decisions lead to better outcomes. This month, we’re proud to spotlight our collaboration with the Acoustic Neuroma Association, introduce Dr. Vivian Wu and her innovative approach to head and neck cancer care, and share essential guidance on skin cancer prevention. Plus, don’t miss insights from our speech therapy team on supporting Parkinson’s patients with speech and swallowing challenges.
✨ Don’t miss this month’s stories, insights, and expert care updates—read the full newsletter via the link in bio.
We love hearing stories like this. Thank you to our patient for the kind words — and thank you, Dr. Wu, for providing the kind of thoughtful, timely, and compassionate care that makes such a difference. We`re proud to have you on the team!
🎉 Congratulations to Zaina, our Employee of the Quarter! 🎉
Zaina’s dedication, positivity, and team spirit shine through in everything she does. She`s always ready to lend a helping hand, goes above and beyond for her patients and colleagues, and brings a bright energy to every room she walks into.
We’re so lucky to have her on the Pacific Head & Neck team — thank you for all that you do, Zaina! 💙👏
Pacific Neuroscience Institute was honored to sponsor this year’s Long Beach Walk4Hearing.
We had a great time connecting with our community and walking in support of hearing health. Huge thanks to everyone who came out and helped raise awareness—your presence made an impact! 💙👂
#walk4hearinglongbeach
Finding the right doctor makes all the difference.
💬 “Dr. Mehdizadeh is very attentive, thorough, and caring… I’m very grateful for finding him.”
We love hearing how Dr. Mehdizadeh’s care brings comfort and clarity to his patients.
#GratefulPatient #ENTSpecialist #PatientExperience
🎉 The countdown is ON! We’re walking THIS Saturday at the Long Beach Walk4Hearing to raise awareness and amplify voices for those with hearing loss.
👟 Join us at:
📍 Shoreline Park, Long Beach
📅 May 31, 2025 | 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM
💙 Whether you`re walking for a loved one or the cause, you`re part of something meaningful. Let’s walk, connect, and make a difference—together.
#Walk4Hearing2025 #HearingHealthMatters #TogetherWeWalk
From us to you, we wish you and your family a happy Memorial Day weekend!
🌟 Patient praise for Dr. Chester Griffiths:
“His expertise and precision made what could have been an overwhelming experience much more manageable.”
From rare cancer removal to compassionate care, Dr. Griffiths goes above and beyond every step of the way.
We’re honored to have him on our team. 💙
#Gratitude #PatientTestimonial #ENTspecialist #HeadAndNeckSurgery #PNI
🗣️ Ever wonder what your vocal cords look like in action?
In honor of National Speech-Language-Hearing Month, our expert speech therapists Katrin Gabriel, CCC-SLP, and Medha Sataluri, CCC-SLP take you behind the scenes for a rare look at the vocal cords during voice therapy exercises.
🎥 Watch the magic happen—and see how targeted therapy can help improve voice, breath, and function.
#SpeechTherapy #VoiceTherapy #SLPInAction #VocalHealth
☀️ May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month — the perfect time to learn how to protect your skin and recognize the signs of cancer early.
From prevention tips to advanced treatment options, we cover it all in our latest blog post.
🔗 Read more using the link in our bio.
#SkinCancerAwareness #SunSafety #HeadAndNeckCancer #PNI
Our May newsletter is here!
This month, we:
• Spotlight National Speech-Language-Hearing Month and the importance of accessible communication care
• Share Dr. Vivian Wu’s Think Neuro Podcast episode on HPV and head and neck cancer
• Dive into the emotional impact of facial synkinesis in our latest webinar, featuring Dr. Shiayin F. Yang and hosted by Dr. Amit Kochhar
• Honor Brain Tumor Awareness Month with Janna’s story—a 20-year-old patient who came to us after sudden hearing loss and was diagnosed with an acoustic neuroma
• Launch our free weekly lip-reading class (starting today!)
• Invite you to join our team for the Long Beach Walk4Hearing on May 31
There’s a lot happening—and we’d love for you to be part of it.
📩 Link in bio to read, register, and connect.
We were proud to support the John Tracy Center as a sponsor of this year’s golf tournament, raising awareness and resources for children with hearing loss and their families. Our team took 2nd place, and members of our cochlear implant team were honored to attend the dinner and show support for the Center’s incredible work—locally and globally.
🧠 May is Mental Health Awareness Month 💚
At Pacific Neuroscience Institute (PNI), we understand that conditions like facial synkinesis go beyond the surface — they deeply affect emotional well-being.
In our latest webinar, “Exploring the Link Between Facial Synkinesis and Mental Health,” Dr. Shiayin F. Yang, Associate Professor at Vanderbilt University, shares her research on the often-overlooked mental health challenges patients face, including anxiety, depression, and barriers to care.
Hosted by Dr. Amit Kochhar, Facial Nerve Disorders Program Director at PNI, this session is both informational and empowering — shedding light on the need to recognize facial synkinesis as more than just a cosmetic issue.
🎥 Watch the full webinar and learn more about how we’re advancing care for facial nerve patients: https://youtu.be/chM0KjJ3iyQ?si=pC7aNJlkhvDQ5InU
#MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #FacialSynkinesis #FacialNerveDisorders
