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Dr. Joseph Califano III, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat*
4.7 (11)
Map Pin Small La Jolla, CA
Accepting new patients
31 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Joseph Califano III, MD

Dr. Joseph Califano III, MD is an Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat) Specialist in La Jolla, CA. They specialize in Ear, Nose, and Throat, has 31 years of experience, and is board certified in Otolaryngology. They graduated from HARVARD Medical School and is affiliated with UC San Diego Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Califano III an average 4.7 star rating.

Dr. Califano III works at Practice in La Jolla, CA with other offices in San Diego, CA. They frequently treat conditions like Oral Cancer, Tongue Cancer, Soft Tissue Sarcoma of Head, Face and and Neck along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Califano III's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Ucsd Heath Care
    3855 Health Sciences Dr, La Jolla, CA 92093 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 822-6197
  2. 2
    Uc San Diego
    200 W Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92103 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 822-6197
  3. 3
    University of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center
    9300 Campus Point Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 249-3600

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  • UC San Diego Medical Center

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Oral Cancer
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Soft Tissue Sarcoma of Head, Face, and Neck

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Oral Cancer
Tongue Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma of Head, Face, and Neck
Head and Neck Cancer
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Dysphagia
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Head or Neck Lump or Swelling
Hoarse Voice (Dysphonia)
Laryngeal Cancer
Leukoplakia
Salivary Gland Cancer
Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Sleep Apnea
Thyroid Cancer
Tonsil Cancer
Vocal Cord Nodule
Cervical Lymph Node Dissection
Excision of Parotid, Sublingual, or Submandibular Gland
Thyroid Lobectomy
Thyroidectomy
Wound Repair
Acoustic Neuroma
Acute Laryngitis
Acute Leukemia
Acute Myeloid Leukemia
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Respiratory Infection
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Allergic Rhinitis
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anemia
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Basal Cell Carcinoma
Bell's Palsy
Black Hairy Tongue
Bleeding Disorders
Bone Cancer
Breast Cancer
Broken Nose
Central Nervous System Lymphoma
Cervical Vertigo
Chordoma
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Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
Chronic Rhinitis
Chronic Sinusitis
Cleft Palate
Coagulation Disorders
Colorectal Cancer
Conductive Hearing Loss
Cough
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Deafness
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Dizziness
Ear, Nose, Throat (ENT) Cancer
Earwax Buildup
Esophageal Cancer
Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
Facial Fracture
Facial Nerve Disorder
Gum Cancer
Hemophilia
Hodgkin's Disease
Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)
Jaw Fracture
Laryngitis
Lip Cancer
Loss of Smell and Taste
Lymphoma, Large-Cell
Lymphosarcoma
Malignant Bone Cancer of the Skull, Face, and Jaw
Malignant Otitis Externa
Mantle Cell Lymphoma
Melanoma
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Meniere's Disease
Meningiomas
Merkel Cell Carcinoma
Mixed Hearing Loss
Myeloproliferative Disorders
Nasal Polyp
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Neutropenia
Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Nose Cancer
Oral or Facial Cleft
Osteosarcoma
Otitis Media
Outer Ear Infection
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Peritoneal Cancer
Pharyngitis
Polycythemia Rubra Vera
Postnasal Drip
Primary Central Nervous System Lymphoma
Prostate Cancer
Purpura
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Reticulosarcoma
Salivary Gland Cyst
Secondary Malignancies
Sickle Cell Disease
Sinusitis
Skin Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Skin
Sudden Deafness and-or Hearing Loss
Throat Cancer (Hypopharyngeal)
Throat Cancer (Nasopharyngeal)
Throat Cancer (Oropharyngeal)
Thrush
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Tinnitus
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TMJ
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Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Vertebral Column Tumors
Vertigo
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Vitamin B Deficiency
Vocal Cord Paralysis
Wheezing
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Adenoidectomy
Anemia and Iron Deficiency Screening
Antrostomy and Antrotomy (Sinus Surgery)
Audiometry
Bone Marrow Evaluation
Carotid Ultrasound
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)
Diagnostic Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy
Erythropoietin Test
Ethmoidectomy (Sinus Surgery)
Evaluation and Treatment of Sleep Disorders
Excision of Facial Bone
Excision or Destruction of Dentoalveolar Lesion or Tumor
Excision or Destruction of Palate or Uvula Lesion
Excision or Destruction of Pharynx Lesion
Excision or Destruction of Tongue Lesion
Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES)
Glossectomy
Hearing Screening
Home Sleep Study
Intranasal or Sinus Procedure
Laryngectomy and Pharyngectomy
Laryngoscopy - Laryngotomy - Laryngectomy - Pharyngolaryngectomy - Pharyngectomy
Laryngoscopy and Laryngotomy
Leukemia Diagnostic Evaluations
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Lymphadenectomy with Robotic Assist
Lymphoma Evaluation
Middle Ear Implant Candidacy Evaluation
Nose Plastic Surgery (Rhinoplasty)
Oral Cancer Screening
Rhinoseptoplasty
Sphenoidotomy (Sinus Surgery)
Thyroid Scan
Thyroidectomy or Thyroid Lobectomy
Tonsillectomy
Tracheal Surgery
Ultrasound, Thyroid
Vestibule and Floor of Mouth Excision or Destruction
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    Specialties*
    • Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Years of Experience
    • 31 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1881652972
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • HARVARD Medical School
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Otolaryngology and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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    Dr. Joseph Califano III, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Califano III is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Califano III has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Califano III has seen patients for Oral Cancer, Tongue Cancer, Soft Tissue Sarcoma of Head, Face and and Neck, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Califano III on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    11 patients have reviewed Dr. Califano III. The overall rating for this provider is 4.7. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Califano III.

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