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An Otolaryngologist specializing in voice, laryngology, and thyroid surgery.

Dr. Rafii is an otolaryngologist specializing in voice, laryngology, and thyroid surgery based in Palo Alto, California. He enjoys providing cutting-edge, personal care to patients with voice, airway and swallowing, and thyroid and parathyroid disorders. He treats those who struggle with vocal cord paralysis, cancer of the mouth or throat, dysphagia (swallowing disorders), as well as conditions related to the tongue and thyroid gland such as cysts and nodules, especially when they are cancerous.

Dr. Rafii is a board certified otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon who specializes in voice, airway, and swallowing disorders as well as thyroid and parathyroid surgery. He provides cutting-edge, personal care to patients with these disorders in Los Angeles. A comprehensive vocal exam is the first step in diagnosing a voice disorder. The exam includes an evaluation of the quality of the patient's voice, pitch, loudness, and range. The vocal cords are examined for abnormalities such as nodules, polyps, or growths. A biopsy may be performed if cancer is suspected. Treatment for vocal cord polyps may include steroid injections or surgery laryngologist Los Angeles. Annual vocal physicals are recommended for all voice specialists to help prevent future problems. When you see your voice specialist, he or she will look at your mouth, throat, ears, nose, and down into your lungs. They will also listen to your voice by placing a stethoscope on your chest while you speak. If they hear any unusual sounds while listening to your voice they may ask you questions about things like changes in diet or recent respiratory illnesses.