Chester Griffiths MD, FACS

Chester F. Griffiths, MD, FACS, is a highly experienced physician specializing in otolaryngology, head and neck surgery, and facial plastic and reconstructive surgery. He currently serves as the Director at Pacific Head and Neck, part of the Pacific Neuroscience Institute in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Griffiths has over 30 years of clinical experience and is recognized as a pioneer in endoscopic skull base surgery.123

Education and Training

Dr. Griffiths completed his medical education at Thomas Jefferson University and underwent a general surgery residency followed by an otolaryngology residency. He further enhanced his expertise with a fellowship in plastic and reconstructive surgery in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, under the renowned surgeon Dr. Ivo Pitanguy.23

Clinical Expertise

His clinical practice focuses on a variety of conditions, including:

• Endonasal endoscopic sinus surgery for skull base and pituitary tumors
• Sinonasal cancers
• Facial and nasal trauma
• Disorders related to sleep apnea, snoring, and breathing difficulties
• Head and neck cancers, particularly those related to HPV

Dr. Griffiths is also involved in academic medicine, serving as a faculty member at the Saint John’s Cancer Institute and participating in surgical training programs.123

Professional Contributions

In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Griffiths has held significant leadership roles, including serving as the Chairman of the Department of Surgery at Santa Monica-UCLA Medical Center. He is actively involved in volunteer work, providing pro-bono surgical services at the Venice Family Clinic and has received accolades for his contributions to community health.23

Current Roles

Currently, Dr. Griffiths is not only the Director at Pacific Head and Neck but also serves as the medical director of the West Wilshire Medical Surgical Center. He is a team physician for the Los Angeles Kings hockey team, providing specialized surgical care to its players.23