Summary

Dr. Michael Gatto is a board-certified surgeon specializing in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery and plastic surgery. After earning his medical degree from New York Medical College, he has dedicated five decades to helping patients with complex ear, nose, throat, and facial conditions. His extensive experience spans 50 years of practice, making him one of the most seasoned specialists in his field. Dr. Gatto is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Gatto practices at Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs, California, where he focuses on treating common conditions like rhinitis, allergies, and seasonal allergic rhinitis. His expertise includes performing earwax removal, endoscopic sinus surgery, and nasal endoscopy procedures. These minimally invasive techniques help patients breathe better and find relief from chronic sinus issues. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.1 stars for his care and surgical outcomes.

AI-generated from data on this provider profile.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.1
  • 50 years of experience
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • New York Medical College
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Michael R Gatto has 2 locations

Michael R Gatto Md And Associates

1180 N Indian Canyon Dr Ste E311Palm Springs, CA 92262
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Desert Regional Medical Center

1150 N Indian Canyon DrPalm Springs, CA 92262

Compare with Similar Doctors

Dr. Michael R Gatto, MD
Dr. Andrew Paul Ordon, MD
Dr. Maja Silvia Ruetschi, MD
Dr. Judy Zaker, MD
Dr. Michael R Gatto, MDDr. Andrew Paul Ordon, MDDr. Maja Silvia Ruetschi, MDDr. Judy Zaker, MD
Otolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryPlastic SurgeryPlastic SurgeryPlastic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.1 
2.8 
50 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience 54 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, French Speaks French, German, English Speaks English
Palm Springs , CARancho Mirage , CARancho Mirage , CARancho Mirage , CA
Med School: New York Medical College Med School: Univ Of Southern Ca Med School: Universite De Geneve Faculte De Medecine
Current Profile
View Profile View Profile View Profile

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Michael R Gatto

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Michael R Gatto has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Michael R Gatto has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Allergies
  • Allergy
  • Audiology
  • Chronic Sinusitis
  • Deviated Septum
  • Facial Trauma
  • Head and Neck Cancer
  • Hearing Loss
  • Plastic Surgery
  • Polyps
  • Sinus Infection (Sinusitis)
  • Smell Disorders
  • Snoring
  • Swallowing Disorders
  • Tumors

Certifications, License, & Education

50 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

New York Medical CollegeGraduated in 1976

Similar doctors

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Michael Gatto accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Michael Gatto has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Gatto?
You can find contact information for Dr. Michael Gatto here on Vitals.
Where is Dr. Michael Gatto's office located?
Dr. Michael Gatto's office is located at 1180 N Indian Canyon Dr Ste E311, Palm Springs, CA, 92262.
Which hospitals is Dr. Michael Gatto affiliated with?
Dr. Michael Gatto is affiliated with Desert Regional Medical Center.
What languages does Dr. Michael Gatto speak?
Dr. Michael Gatto speaks Spanish and English.

Ensuring Data Transparency and Trust: A Guide to Vitals Doctor Listings and Reviews

Our provider data is gathered directly from physicians and publicly available databases. Providers who verify their profiles gain the ability to update information, offering additional details about their specialties,education, treated conditions, performed procedures, and accepted insurances.

Reviews on Vitals are submitted by users only. Recognizing the valuable insights these reviews offer into a doctor's reputation, we maintain internal policies and protocols to ensure the quality and accuracy of all reviews. Importantly, providers cannot delete or alter reviews independently. Reviews can only be deleted or changed following an internal assessment by our customer service team.

Your feedback is highly valued and we encourage you to contact our support team should you encounter any issues.