Douglas Hetzler, M.D., FACS
Otolaryngology ENT - Head and Neck Surgery
Accepting new patients
Accepted Health Plans
Professional Interests
Otolaryngology ENT - Head and Neck Surgery
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Adenoidectomy, Airway difficulties, Balance and vertigo treatment, Chronic ear infection treatment, Chronic sinusitis, Deviated septum repair, Ear care (otology), Ear drum treatment and surgery, Ear infection treatment, Ear, nose, and throat problems, Endoscopic sinus surgery
Affiliations
- Hospital Affiliations
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Sutter Maternity & Surgery Center of Santa Cruz
- Medical Affiliations
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Palo Alto Medical Foundation
- Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group
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Sutter Medical Network
Practice Locations
Board Certifications
BOARD CERTIFIED IN:
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Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Credentials & Notables
- Medical School:
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University of Iowa
- Residency:
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Kaiser Permanente Medical Center, Otolaryngology
- Internship:
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La Crosse Lutheran Hospital, General Surgery
Languages
- Primary Language(s)
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English
Additional Information
Community Activities
Consulting laryngologist for Shakespeare Santa Cruz
Personal Interests
Dr. Hetzler is an active bicyclist and also participates in triathlons.
Physician Videos
Surfer's Ear Surgery - Santa Cruz Doctor, Doug Hetzler Video
Santa Cruz doctor, Doug Hetzler performs "surfer's ear" surgery, a serious condition that affects hearing. Medically known as "exostosis of the external auditory canal."
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