Dr. Christine Morton, MD | Encinitas, CA | Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery

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Dr. Christine Morton is an otolaryngology-head and neck surgeon who earned her medical degree from the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California. With 23 years of experience in treating conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, and neck, she has developed extensive expertise in helping patients with complex sinus and nasal issues. Dr. Morton is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing her to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Morton practices at Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, and Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, with clinic locations in Encinitas and La Jolla, California. She specializes in treating sinusitis and chronic sinusitis, as well as correcting deviated nasal septums that can affect breathing. Her surgical skills include endoscopic sinus surgery and nasal endoscopy, along with radio frequency volume reduction procedures for nasal concerns. Patients have given her an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 on Vitals.

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3.7

14 Ratings
23 years of experience
speaks Spanish, English
Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California
6 written reviews
1 specialty
10 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
3 hospital affiliations
2 office locations
Female

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I completely agree with the previous review, she was awful. Not what I have come to expect from a Scripps Dr.

September 5th, 2024

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She’s awful.

August 10th, 2023

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After many tests and undiagnosed sinus numbness by other physicians, I was referred to DrMorton. She found the culprit and took a tissue sample and it was lymphoma in the sinus! If it wasn't for her, it would have been mistaken as a sinus infection only and the lymphoma would have gone untreated. Thank you, DrMorton!

August 18th, 2020

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Dr. Morton did not put the results of the MRI of my brain she ordered into my medical record that showed I have brain atrophy and did not refer me to a neurologist. I was in my 50 s and she did not even give me the results of my MRI. She was also rude and condescending when she did my initial exam.

October 21st, 2018

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Dr. Morton is one of the most compassionate/intelligent doctors that I have ever visited for my chronic sinusitis. She breaks down treatments and approach in easy to understand concepts and is always receptive to my concerns. I am relieved to have finally found a doctor who listens and works with my past medical history to game plan a solution that can be ever-changing due to my allergic/historic circumstances.

September 11th, 2018

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Dr. Morton was one of the best doctors I've ever worked with and seen with in San Diego.

September 17th, 2014

Scripps Clinic Encinitas - 326 Santa Fe

326 Santa Fe DrEncinitas, CA 92024

Tel: (760) 633-6919

Mon7:00 am - 6:00 pm

Tue7:00 am - 6:00 pm

Wed7:00 am - 6:00 pm

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10710 N Torrey Pines RdLa Jolla, CA 92037

Tel: (858) 554-8964

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Dr. Christine Morton, MD	Dr. Paul Schalch Lepe, MD	Dr. Paul Schalch Lepe	Dr. Bita Rashed Naimi
Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery	Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery	Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery	Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.7 (14 Ratings)	5 (2 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
23 Years of Experience	24 Years of Experience		2 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English	Speaks Spanish, English, Swedish, French, German
Encinitas , CA	San Diego , CA	La Jolla , CA	San Diego , CA
Med School: Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California	Med School: Universidad Nacional Autonoma De Mexico Facultad De Medicina		Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine
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Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery

Allergies
Chronic Sinusitis
Deviated Septum
Facial Trauma
Hearing Loss
Polyps
Smell Disorders
Swallowing Disorders
Thyroid Diseases
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Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern CaliforniaGraduated in 2003

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What languages does Dr. Christine Morton speak?: Dr. Christine Morton speaks Spanish and English.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Christine Morton affiliated with?: Dr. Christine Morton is affiliated with Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, and Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas.

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