Amit Kochhar, MD
Los Angeles, CA 90025
Pacific Eye & Ear Specialists
11645 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 600, Los Angeles, CA 90025
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About Amit Kochhar
Dr. Amit Kochhar is Director of the Facial Nerve Disorders Program at Pacific Neuroscience Institute, Providence Saint John’s Health Center, in Santa Monica. Dr. Kochhar completed residency in Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery at Johns Hopkins University and Fellowship in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at UCLA Medical Center.
Dr. Kochhar is one of a few select surgeons who perform complex (microvascular) head and neck reconstruction following cancer resections and facial trauma, as well as for the rehabilitation of facial paralysis, an area in which he has specific clinical expertise and research interest. Dr. Kochhar also provides consultation for management of the aging face, nasal airway (rhinoplasty), and minimally invasive procedures for facial rejuvenation. He has published over 30 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters and continues to perform research and presents annually at national meetings.
Dr. Kochhar’s experience as a Facial Plastic & Reconstructive surgeon has provided him with a diverse skill set that he can offer to each patient. His patients appreciate his compassion, expertise and rare combination of aesthetic and reconstructive surgical skills. Dr. Kochhar strives to learn about his patients in depth and create a plan of care that meets each of their individual needs. Outside of work, Dr. Kochhar is an avid runner and hiker. He enjoys traveling and spending time with his wife and two young children.
University of Miami Miller School of Medicine
2008
Johns Hopkins University
2009
Johns Hopkins University Otolaryngology Program
Otolaryngology
2014
David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA
Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
2016
- American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Otolaryngology
- American Board of Otolaryngology, Plastic Surgery within the Head and Neck
- American Board of Otolaryngology, Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery
- American Board of Otolaryngology, Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery
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Very caring and knowledgeable provider! Thank you!!
Providence Patient
I was very happy with my visit to Dr. Kochhar. It was my first time seeing him and I was very impressed with him and his assistant. They were both very thorough and made sure to answer all my questions and concerns. I felt like I was in great hands.
Providence Patient
Clean / well run /ease of parking/really nice young doctors aid was well spoken and knowledgeable / The doctor was all business and straight to the point.
Providence Patient
Great over all!
Providence Patient
When I entered the off I was surprised that the receptionist remembered my name right away. I'm either hard to deal with or likable. I hope it's likable! Lol! Dr. Kochhar came into the room with his kind soft demeanor. He not only talked to me about what I was there for but listened to my new diagnosis that I had just received. He took his time with me explaining things and offering referrals. I walked out of his office feeling so much better! Time and kind words mean so much and can help give one the emotional courage they need! He is the best!
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