Summary

Dr. Karla Friedman Odell specializes in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery, focusing on disorders of the ear, nose, throat, and related structures of the head and neck. She earned her medical degree from the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California and has practiced for 18 years, developing extensive expertise in her field. Dr. Odell provides care in English to patients throughout the Los Angeles area.

Dr. Odell is affiliated with USC Verdugo Hills Hospital and practices at multiple locations in Los Angeles and Glendale, California. She has particular expertise in treating voice problems and vocal cord dysfunction, including the complex condition known as spasmodic dysphonia. Her procedural skills include performing fiberoptic pharyngoscopy and flexible laryngoscopy to examine the throat and voice box, as well as bronchoscopy to evaluate the airways and lungs.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 18 years of experience
  • 58 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Karla Dian Friedman Odell has 3 locations

Usc Caruso Department Of Otolaryngology Head And Neck Surgery

1450 San Pablo St Ste 5100Los Angeles, CA 90033
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Usc Verdugo Hills Hospital

1812 Verdugo BlvdGlendale, CA 91208

Keck Medicine Of Usc Glendale Otolaryngology

222 W Eulalia St Ste 200Glendale, CA 91204
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
TueClosed
Wed8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

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18 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience 24 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 Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Spanish, Farsi
Los Angeles , CASanta Monica , CABeverly Hills , CABeverly Hills , CA
Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California Med School: New York Medical College Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla Med School: Stanford University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Karla Dian Friedman Odell

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Adventist Health
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CalOptima
  • CalOptima - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Empire Plan
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicaid
  • Health Plan of Nevada
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Nippon Life Benefits - PPO
  • Optum Health
  • Optum Health - HMO
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Karla Dian Friedman Odell has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Karla Dian Friedman Odell has the following area of expertise

  • Otolaryngology

Certifications, License, & Education

18 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern CaliforniaGraduated in 2008

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Dr. Karla Friedman Odell is affiliated with Usc Verdugo Hills Hospital.
Where is Dr. Karla Friedman Odell's office located?
Dr. Karla Friedman Odell's office is located at 1450 San Pablo St Ste 5100, Los Angeles, CA, 90033.
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