Ritvik Mehta, MD
- Otolaryngology
- Otology and Neurotology
- Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

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Dr. Ritvik Mehta specializes in otolaryngology/neurotology and skull base surgery. While still in school, Dr. Mehta developed an interest in treating patients with facial paralysis. Recognizing the profound impact this condition has on patients, Dr. Mehta pursued advanced training in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery and facial nerve disorders.
Dr. Mehta is a compassionate and caring physician who has a deep interest in providing the best possible care for his patients. He has co-authored numerous publications and received the American Neurotology Society Trainee Award for his middle-ear research. In addition to his practice, Dr. Mehta volunteers with Medical Missions for Children and Fresh Start Surgical Gifts, providing medical and surgical care for families who cannot afford it.
Dr. Mehta’s clinical interests include:
- Hearing and balance disorders
- Implantable hearing devices / Cochlear Implants
- Lateral skull base surgery (acoustic neuroma and other CPA tumors)
- Gamma knife radiosurgery
- Facial paralysis / facial reanimation surgery
- Microtia and atresia reconstruction
- Surgical and non-surgical facial rejuvenation
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Scripps Physicians Featured in Medical Mission Articles
Scripps Physicians Featured in Medical Mission Articles
Cardiothoracic surgeon Dr. William Wang and otolaryngologist Dr. Ritvik Mehtawere were featured in the San Diego Union-Tribune for providing free surgeries.