Summary

Dr. Chester Griffiths treats sinusitis, chronic sinusitis, and deviated nasal septum, and performs endoscopic sinus surgery, radio frequency volume reduction for the nose, and turbinate surgery. He practices otolaryngology–head and neck surgery and plastic surgery and has 44 years of experience. He is affiliated with UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center.

Dr. Griffiths completed his residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital and sees patients in Santa Monica, California. He speaks English, Portuguese, and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Griffiths 4.4 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 44 years of experience
  • 39 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Portuguese, Spanish
  • Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
  • 24 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Chester Frank Griffiths has 2 locations

Providence Saint Johns Health Center

2121 Santa Monica BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90404

Pacific Head And Neck

1301 20th St Ste 300Santa Monica, CA 90404
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Chester Frank Griffiths, MDDr. Hootan Zandifar, MDDr. David Butler, MDShawhin Rostam Kadivar Shahriari
Otolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryOtolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryOtolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryPlastic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
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44 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Portuguese, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Santa Monica , CABeverly Hills , CASanta Monica , CARolling Hills Estates , CA
Med School: Universidad Central Del Este (Uce) Facultad De Medicina Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla Med School: New York Medical College Med School: University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Chester Frank Griffiths

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Golden Rule
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • PreferredOne
  • Providence Health Plans
  • Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Chester Frank Griffiths has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Chester Frank Griffiths has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Allergies
  • Chronic Sinusitis
  • Deviated Septum
  • Ear Diseases
  • Ear, Nose and Throat Disorders (Otorhinolaryngologic Diseases)
  • Facial Trauma
  • Graves Disease (Thyroid Eye Disease)
  • Hearing Loss
  • Plastic Surgery
  • Polyps
  • Sino-Nasal Disorders
  • Smell Disorders
  • Swallowing Disorders
  • Tumors

Certifications, License, & Education

44 Years Experience

Dr. Chester Frank Griffiths holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Universidad Central Del Este (Uce) Facultad De Medicina in 1982.

NPI Number

Dr. Griffiths' NPI number is 1104939248.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Chester Griffiths accepting new patients?
Dr. Chester Griffiths is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Chester Griffiths's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Where is Dr. Chester Griffiths's office located?
Dr. Chester Griffiths's office is located at 2121 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica, CA, 90404.
What languages does Dr. Chester Griffiths speak?
Dr. Chester Griffiths speaks English, Portuguese, and Spanish.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Chester Griffiths?
You can find contact information for Dr. Chester Griffiths here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Chester Griffiths accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Chester Griffiths has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

Data Sources

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  • State medical licensing boards
  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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