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Dr. Peter Hwang, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat* Age 55
Dr. Peter Hwang, MD
4.3 (11 Ratings)

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Dr. Peter Hwang, MD is an Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat) Specialist in Palo Alto, CA.
Dr. Peter Hwang, MD
4.3 (11 Ratings)
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Dr. Peter Hwang, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat* Age 55
Palo Alto, CA
Accepting new patients
33 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Peter Hwang, MD is an Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat) Specialist in Palo Alto, CA.

About

Dr. Peter Hwang, MD is an Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat) Specialist in Palo Alto, CA and has 33 years experience. They graduated from University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine in 1991 and completed a residency at University of California at San Francisco.They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Stanford Health Care. Dr. Hwang has experience treating conditions like All Headaches (incl. Migraine) among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Hwang received an average rating of 4.3/5 from patients and has been reviewed 11 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Hwang also speaks Chinese and Spanish. Dr. Hwang is board certified in Otolaryngology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Rhinoseptoplasty
Nasal Septum Surgery (Septoplasty)
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Nasal Septum Surgery (Septoplasty)
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Rhinoseptoplasty
Nasal Septum Surgery (Septoplasty)
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Acute Respiratory Infection
Chronic Sinusitis
Head and Neck Cancer
Headache
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Loss of Smell and Taste
Nasal Polyp
Nose Cancer
Sinusitis
Ablation or Excision of Nasal Turbinates
Diagnostic Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy
Ethmoidectomy (Sinus Surgery)
Deviated Septum
Nosebleed
Throat Cancer (Nasopharyngeal)
Excision of Facial Bone
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Allergic Rhinitis
Benign Pituitary Gland Tumor
Bone Cancer
Cervical Vertigo
Chronic Rhinitis
Dizziness
Dysphagia
Ear Cancer
Enlarged Turbinates
Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
Sudden Deafness and-or Hearing Loss
Throat Pain
Sphenoidotomy (Sinus Surgery)
Acoustic Neuroma
Acute Pharyngitis
Age Related Hearing Loss
Anosmia
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Cholesteatoma
Chronic Tonsillitis
Cough
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Craniopharyngioma
Ear, Nose, Throat (ENT) Cancer
Earwax Buildup
ENT Cancer
Facial Fracture
Facial Nerve Disorder
Hearing Loss Due to Noise
Laryngeal Cancer
Loss of Taste
Malignant Bone Cancer of the Skull, Face, and Jaw
Meniere's Disease
Mixed Hearing Loss
Nasal Cavity Cancer
Oral Cancer
Osteosarcoma
Paranasal Sinus Cancer
Parosmia
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Perforated Eardrum
Peritonsillar Abscess
Pharyngitis
Pituitary Tumor
Salivary Gland Cancer
Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Sensorineural Hearing Loss
Sinonasal Undifferentiated Carcinoma
Sinus Cancer
Sinus Infections
Skull Base Tumor
Suppurative Otitis Media
Throat Cancer (Hypopharyngeal)
Tinnitus
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TMJ
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Tongue Cancer
Tonsillitis
Vocal Cord Paralysis
Wheezing
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Adenoidectomy
Audiometry
Balloon Sinuplasty
Caldwell-Luc Procedure
Carotid Ultrasound
Dacryocystorhinostomy
Ear Tube Placement
Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
Endoscopic Sinus Surgery With Navigational System
Evaluation and Treatment of Sleep Disorders
Excision or Destruction of Palate or Uvula Lesion
Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES)
Hearing Screening
Home Sleep Study
Middle Ear Implant Candidacy Evaluation
Non-Cosmetic Chemodenervation
Oral Cancer Screening
Radiofrequency Ablation Turbinate
Revision Surgery
Skull Base Surgery
Sleep Study
Thyroid Scan
Tracheal Surgery
Trigeminal Nerve Block
Vestibule and Floor of Mouth Excision or Destruction

Insurance Accepted

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  • Open Access
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Medicare
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • GEHA
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Choice Plus POS

Locations

  1. 1 Stanford Hospital and Clinics
    801 WELCH RD, Palo Alto, CA 94304
  2. 2 Breast Imaging Service At Blake Wilbur Building
    900 Blake Wilbur Dr, Palo Alto, CA 94304
  3. 3 Stanford Hospital and Clinics
    300 Pasteur Dr, Stanford, CA 94305
  4. 4 Cochlear Implant Center
    2452 Watson Ct Ste 1700, Palo Alto, CA 94303

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hwang
4.3
Based on 11 Reviews
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4 Stars (0)
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1 Star (2)

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Patient Reviews
Mar 30, 2023
Dr Peter Hwang has provided excellent care before, during, and after complex sinus surgery. His calm, confident, patient demeanor helped me and my family to build trust in his skills as a surgeon and physician. We are truly grateful for his skilled care and and knowledge which has led to a full and quick recovery for a sphenoid sinus concern. We highly recommend Dr. Hwang for any ENT sinus related concerns.
— Mar 30, 2023
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About Me

Languages Spoken
Chinese
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Ear, Nose, and Throat
Rhinology
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine
    1991
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Otolaryngology and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Board Certifications
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A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • University of California-San Francisco
    1992
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of California at San Francisco
    1996
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine
    1997
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Peter Hwang, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Hwang's profile.

Dr. Hwang frequently treats the following conditions: All Headaches (incl. Migraine). See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Peter Hwang, MD is affiliated with Stanford Health Care.

Yes, Dr. Peter Hwang, MD holds board certification in Otolaryngology and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Stanford Health Care

    300 Pasteur Dr, Stanford, CA