
Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
Our team-based approach to head and neck care brings together a diverse group of specialists to provide seamless, personalized treatment.

Why Choose Sutter?
From world-class surgeons and oncologists to speech therapists, nutritionists and patient educators, our providers in San Francisco and Sacramento support you through diagnosis, treatment and recovery. We also work closely with top specialists in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, dental oncology and interventional procedures to deliver the best possible outcomes. Whether you're being checked for throat cancer symptoms, having a tumor removed or looking to recover movement and other abilities, our otolaryngology team is with you every step of the way.
Innovation is at the heart of what we do. Using the latest minimally invasive techniques, including robotic-assisted surgery and advanced endoscopic tools, we make treatment more precise, less invasive and an easier recovery. Our approach allows us to remove tumors from hard-to-reach areas with incredible accuracy while preserving as much function as possible. Speech and swallowing rehabilitation is a critical part of recovery as well.
By the Numbers
6
World Class Surgeons
20+
Sutter Cancer Centers
250+
Specialized Surgeries
1
Center of Excellence
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Conditions
- Basal Cell Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Thyroid
- Cholesteatoma
- Chronic Recurrent Parotitis
- Deviated Septum
- Dysphonia
- Facial Paralysis
- Gland Cancer
- Head and Neck Cancer
- Hearing Loss
- Melanoma
- Otosclerosis
- Sleep Apnea
- Superior Semicircular Canal Dehiscence
- Thyroglossal Duct Cyst
- Tympanic Membrane Perforation
- Vestibular Schwannoma
Diagnostics
- Bronchoscopy
- Ultrasound
- CT Scan
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
Treatments
- Ultrasound
- Thyroidectomy
- Skin Excision
- Lymph Node Biopsy
- Skin Graft
- Tonsillectomy
- Esophagectomy
- Laryngectomy
- Tracheostomy
- Laryngoscopy
- Diagnostic Nasal Endoscopy

Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Cancer Research
Cancer happens when cells divide uncontrollably. There are many types and causes of cancer, but our oncology research helps create effective treatments that improve and extend lives.
Leaders in Head and Neck Care
With highly skilled surgeons and advanced therapies, our clinicians treat head and neck cancer, throat disorders and other complex ENT conditions with precision.