Blog – Pacific Head & Neck

Aug 1 2022

Patient Testimonial: Deeanna – Facial Paralysis

Facial Disorder, Pacific Head & Neck, Testimonial / August 1, 2022

Patient Testimonial: Deeanna –Facial Paralysis (Watch video) Patient Deeanna now 29 years old, was diagnosed with an Acoustic Neuroma at the age of 26. She was scheduled for surgery to have her tumor removed and was told there was about a 13% chance of Facial Paralysis. After foregoing with surgery, she was told that during her surgery, they noticed her tumor had been wrapped around her facial nerve and irritated it. After undergoing surgery, the tumor removal caused facial paralysis. […]

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Jul 1 2022

“What to know about rhinoplasty”

Pacific Head & Neck, Plastic Surgery / July 1, 2022

Republished from Medical News Daily Rhinoplasty is a type of plastic surgery that involves reconstructing the nose to change its shape. A person can opt for a rhinoplasty to improve breathing function or for cosmetic purposes. Plastic surgeons or an otolaryngologist, which is an ear, nose, and throat surgeon, can perform rhinoplasty procedures if they have the necessary training and experience. This article provides an overview of rhinoplasty, including the cost, procedure, and tips for choosing a plastic surgeon. It

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Jun 20 2022

Walk4Hearing

Ear & Head, Pacific Head & Neck / June 20, 2022

Walk4Hearing is a nationwide event bringing awareness to hearing loss and the importance of hearing health. On Sunday, June 5th physicians, caregivers, and families joined together to Walk4Hearing in Long Beach, CA. Dr. Voelker was walking at the Walk4Hearing and met with many of her previous cochlear implant patients. It was such a joy to see her patients and their progress with hearing loss and hearing health. Hearing health has no age range. There are infants and older folk

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Jun 1 2022

National Migraine and Headache Awareness Month

Ear & Head, Health, Pacific Head & Neck / June 1, 2022

June is National Migraine and Headache Awareness Month to raise public knowledge and awareness for patients. For most migraine and headache patients it is an endless battle against this disease. Those who suffer from migraine and headaches can frequently be misunderstood as this may seem as an invisible disease. What are migraines? Migraines are chronic and often accompanied by nausea and sensitivity to light and sound. They often cause throbbing, pulsing, and intensity in one particular area on the

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May 31 2022

“2022 Ear, Nose, and Throat Updates and Pearls for PCPs” – CME Highlights

Pacific Head & Neck / May 31, 2022

Dr. David Butler on the CME stage. Our CME, “2022 Ear, Nose, and Throat Updates and Pearls for PCPs” on May 14th was a success. The sessions were designed to provide primary care physicians with insight on the management of common ear, nose, and throat concerns. Participants were able to identify and treat effects of COVID-19 related to the head and neck, list innovative ways to treat various forms of hearing loss, understand techniques on how to improve the nasal

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May 3 2022

Is my sinus infection really a sinus infection?

Cold & Allergies, Nose, Pacific Head & Neck / May 3, 2022

By: Abbas A. Anwar , MD Is my sinus infection really a sinus infection? Many medical specialists now believe that acute sinusitis as a cause of recurrent headaches is a relatively rare phenomenon. What if I told you that a self-diagnosing patient and a well-intentioned treating physician would be wrong 80% of the time in treating acute sinusitis based on the standard complaints of acute nasal congestion, watery nasal discharge, eye discharge, periorbital pressure and headache. These symptoms sound classic

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May 2 2022

Patient Testimonial: Cristobal – Cholesteatoma

Ear & Head, Pacific Head & Neck, Testimonial / May 2, 2022

Patient Testimonial: Cristobal – Cholesteatoma Cristobal from Ventura, California was diagnosed with Cholesteatoma. Cholesteatoma is a skin cyst that begins at the margin of the eardrum and invades the middle ear and mastoid (arrow). This is an infection that deteriorates the ear drum which results in a decreased hearing loss. Cristobal thought he would never recover his hearing. Symptoms have occurred and grown since he was about 4-years old. He experienced consistent ear pain and bleeding. Cristobal found it difficult

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Apr 6 2022

Patient Testimonial: Ronnie – Tympanoplasty & Mastoidectomy

Ear & Head, Pacific Head & Neck, Testimonial / April 6, 2022

Patient Testimonial: Ronnie -Tympanoplasty & Mastoidectomy Ronnie had been experiencing multiple ear infections and eczema in the ear for several years. Ronnie had always felt there was cotton stuck in his ear. His ear infections, pain, and swelling continued to reoccur. After multiple visits to the emergency room, urgent care, and other ENT offices no one was able to diagnose Ronnie. Ronnie knew there was something wrong with his reoccurring ear infections and says, “I pretty much kind of

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Apr 4 2022

Case Presentation – Facial Paralysis

Case Presentation, Pacific Head & Neck, Plastic Surgery / April 4, 2022

By: Dr. Amit Kochhar A 26-year-old woman presents with a 1 year history of complete right sided facial paralysis that began immediately following removal of a large acoustic neuroma. In addition to her right facial droop, she also complained of right nasal obstruction and difficulty eating and drinking from the right side of her mouth. She felt it had become more difficult for others to comprehend her speech. Examination Complete right sided facial paralysis. Incomplete right upper eyelid closure. Severe

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Mar 1 2022

Patient Testimonial: Johanna – Acromegaly Brain Tumor, Pituitary Gland Removal, and Deviated Septum

Brain, Health, Pacific Head & Neck, Testimonial / March 1, 2022

Patient Testimonial: Johanna – Acromegaly Brain Tumor, Pituitary Gland Removal, and Deviated Septum Johanna was diagnosed with an Acromegaly Brain Tumor, Pituitary Gland Removal, and Deviated Septum. In 2019, she was diagnosed during an ER visit. Shortly after being diagnosed with the tumor, she was also diagnosed pre-diabetic with ketoacidosis. Johanna was placed on insulin for 6-7 months prior to surgery. Johanna met with Dr. Barkhoudarian from Pacific Neuroscience Institute and Dr. Griffiths who were preparing her for surgery. She

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