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Summary
Dr. Christopher Xiao is an otolaryngology-head and neck surgery specialist who earned his medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine. With a decade of experience treating ear, nose, and throat conditions, he has developed expertise in helping patients manage complex respiratory and allergic conditions. His practice focuses on comprehensive care for conditions affecting the head and neck region.
Dr. Xiao maintains affiliations with Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Dominican Hospital, and Sutter Maternity And Surgery Center Of Santa Cruz, with practice locations throughout Santa Cruz and Oakland, California. He specializes in treating rhinitis and seasonal allergic rhinitis, helping patients find relief from chronic nasal and sinus issues. His procedural expertise includes allergen immunotherapy and sublingual immunotherapy to help patients build long-term tolerance to environmental triggers, along with comprehensive hearing evaluations through audiogram testing.
Dr. Xiao maintains affiliations with Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Dominican Hospital, and Sutter Maternity And Surgery Center Of Santa Cruz, with practice locations throughout Santa Cruz and Oakland, California. He specializes in treating rhinitis and seasonal allergic rhinitis, helping patients find relief from chronic nasal and sinus issues. His procedural expertise includes allergen immunotherapy and sublingual immunotherapy to help patients build long-term tolerance to environmental triggers, along with comprehensive hearing evaluations through audiogram testing.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 10 years of experience
- Boston University School Of Medicine
- 1 specialty
- 1 area of expertise
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 5 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Christopher Xiao has 5 locationsSanta Cruz Ear Nose And Throat Medical Group
550 Water St Ste ASanta Cruz, CA 95060Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Sutter Maternity And Surgery Center Of Santa Cruz
2900 Chanticleer AveSanta Cruz, CA 95065 Tel: (831) 477-2200
Santa Cruz Ear Nose And Throat Medical Group
243 Green Valley Rd Ste BFreedom, CA 95019 Tel: (831) 724-9449
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. Christopher Xiao | Dr. Richard Stephen Gunsalus, MD | Dr. Jason Alan Biller, MD | Dr. Dong Hoon Lee, MD |
| Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery | Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery | Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery | Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 10 Years of Experience | 45 Years of Experience | 25 Years of Experience | 17 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | ||
| Santa Cruz , CA | Santa Clara , CA | San Jose , CA | Santa Clara , CA |
| Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School | Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California | Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
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Medical Specialties
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Specialty Expertise
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Certifications, License, & Education
10 Years Experience
Dr. Christopher Xiao 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
Medical School
Graduated from Boston University School Of Medicine in 2016.
NPI Number
Dr. Xiao's NPI number is 1124480736.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. Christopher Xiao affiliated with?
- Dr. Christopher Xiao is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Dominican Hospital, and Sutter Maternity And Surgery Center Of Santa Cruz.
- Where is Dr. Christopher Xiao's office located?
- Dr. Christopher Xiao's office is located at 550 Water St Ste A, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060.
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- Dr. Christopher Xiao has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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