Summary

Dr. Rom Karin is an otolaryngology-head and neck surgery specialist who earned his medical degree from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. With 43 years of practice, he brings extensive experience to treating disorders of the ear, nose, throat, and related structures of the head and neck. Dr. Karin speaks English and has dedicated over four decades to helping patients with complex ENT conditions.

Dr. Karin practices at Good Samaritan Hospital and El Camino Health Los Gatos Hospital, with his primary location in Los Gatos, California. He specializes in treating sinus problems, including chronic sinusitis and enlarged turbinates that can affect breathing. His surgical expertise includes endoscopic sinus surgery and turbinate surgery to improve nasal function. Dr. Karin also performs radio frequency volume reduction procedures for nasal issues. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.3 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.3
  • 43 years of experience
  • 29 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Spent time with me
  • Provided follow-up after the visit

Office Location

El Camino Health

700 W Parr Ave Ste ALos Gatos, CA 95032
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

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3.3 
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43 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Los Gatos , CAPalo Alto , CAPalo Alto , CARedwood City , CA
Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Rom Karin

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Aetna HMO
  • Aetna Medicare PPO
  • Aetna POS
  • Aetna PPO
  • Alignment Health Plan Medicare HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan Medicare PPO
  • Anthem Blue Cross Medicare PPO
  • Anthem Blue Cross of California Federal Employees Program (FEP)
  • Anthem Blue Cross of California PPO
  • Blue Shield of California Federal Employees Program (FEP)
  • Blue Shield of California High Performance Network EPO
  • Blue Shield of California Medicare PPO
  • Blue Shield of California PPO
  • Blue Shield of California PPO - Covered California (Santa Clara County)
  • Cigna HMO
  • Cigna PPO
  • Health Net HMO
  • Health Net Medicare Advantage Medicare HMO
  • Health Net POS
  • Health Net PPO
  • Medicare
  • Scan Health Plan Medicare HMO
  • TRICARE West
  • UnitedHealthCare HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare Medicare PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Medicare Solutions Medicare HMO
  • UnitedHealthCare PPO
  • Valley Health Plan HMO
  • Valley Health Plan HMO - Covered California (Santa Clara County)

Medical Specialties

Rom Karin has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Rom Karin has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Allergies
  • Chronic Sinusitis
  • Deviated Septum
  • Facial Trauma
  • Hearing Loss
  • Otolaryngology-Head And Neck Surgery
  • Polyps
  • Smell Disorders
  • Swallowing Disorders
  • Tumors

Certifications, License, & Education

43 Years Experience

Rom Karin 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 2025.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla in 1983.

NPI Number

Rom Karin's NPI number is 1871595223.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rom Karin accepting new patients?
Rom Karin is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Rom Karin's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
What languages does Rom Karin speak?
Rom Karin speaks English.
Does Rom Karin accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Rom Karin accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Rom Karin accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Rom Karin has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Rom Karin's office located?
Rom Karin's office is located at 700 W Parr Ave Ste A, Los Gatos, CA, 95032.

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