Out of town patients

At the CENTER for Advanced Parotid & Facial Nerve Surgery, we know learning that you have a parotid tumor can be overwhelming. There are a lot of things to consider when choosing a surgeon to remove your parotid tumor, and is a decision that can require a lot of time and research.

Due to the CENTER's international reputation for delivering the best parotid surgery outcomes, many of our patients travel from around the world to receive treatment at our state-of-the-art facility. Our multi-specialty team approach to minimally invasive parotidectomy ensures patients have access to specialists for every aspect of their parotid disease. With expertise in head & neck surgery, the facial nerve, and facial plastic & reconstructive surgery, our parotid surgery team delivers superior surgical outcomes. Complimenting this unparalleled medical expertise with a dedication to compassionate patient care is the reason why so many of our patients fly thousands of miles to have their parotid tumor removed at the CENTER.

Devoted to ensuring your entire experience with us is safe, smooth and convenient, our knowledgeable and helpful staff specializes in assisting out-of-town patients with travel arrangements and accommodations for their trip to Beverly Hills. If you are visiting our office from out of town, please call our international patient coordinator for assistance facilitating your travel plans.

Skype & Phone Consults

We know that traveling to Beverly Hills can be not only expensive, but time consuming as well. To accommodate our out-of-town patients, Dr. Larian and his team offer comprehensive initial consultations via Skype, so that you can meet with Dr. Larian for the first time from the comfort of your own home. During your Skype consult, we will review your medical history, imaging tests and lab work. From there, if you are a candidate for surgery, you will only need to travel once for the actual parotidectomy.

Flying To Beverly Hills For Your Parotid Surgery

Devoted to ensuring your entire experience with the CENTER is smooth and convenient, our staff is specially trained to assist out-of-town patients with travel arrangements, logistics and accommodations.

LAX International airport is located approximately 30 minutes from our office. We recommend you arrive at least 1 – 2 days before your surgery so that you are able to come in and meet Dr. Larian and Dr. Azizzadeh for your pre-op appointment. At this appointment the doctors will examine you in-person, explain in-depth what to expect the following day at your surgery, discuss what your recovery will be like following surgery, and answer any questions you may have.

All Local Airports

• Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
• Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR)
• John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA)
• Ontario International Airport (ONT)

For patients in need of transportation to and from LAX, we recommend CoolRide car services - (888) 812-2665.

Beverly Hills Hotels

Fortunately, there are plenty of exceptional accommodations located in Beverly Hills, in close proximity to the CENTER for Advanced Parotid & Facial Nerve Surgery. As our facility neighbors many of the best hotels, restaurants and shopping venues in all of Los Angeles, out-of-town patients can look forward to a convenient and pleasant overall experience.

We recommend the following hotels located near Dr. Larian's office in the heart of Beverly Hills:

Alternatively, we have found that some patients prefer renting an apartment/condo through Airbnb.com. Having a larger space can be very convenient when traveling to Beverly Hills for an extended period, or if the entire family is joining you on your trip.

After Care Facilities / Nurse

Some patients prefer to stay at an after care facility, at which a registered nurse is on duty 24/7 to help manage their recovery. While this is not necessary, many of our out of town patients like knowing that after care facilities are an option since they will be away from home for their recovery. It is also possible to hire a private nurse to look after you at your hotel as well.

If you are interested in learning more about after care facilities or hiring a private nurse for your recovery, please let us know and we can provide you with more information and take care of all the arrangements for you.

Recovery After Parotid Surgery in Beverly Hills

Because of our minimally invasive approach to parotid surgery, recovery is typically quick and easy. In fact, almost every patient tells us they cannot believe how easy the overall recovery process was for them. You should feel improvement every day after surgery.

In general, we recommend our out of town patients plan to spend 5 – 8 days in Beverly Hills to recover and attend all post-op appointments with Dr. Larian and Dr. Azizzadeh. We feel it is important and worthwhile to spend this time recovering locally so that your surgeons make sure you receive the best care possible while your body is healing before you return home.

Travel Visa For International Patients

If you are traveling to the CENTER for Advanced Parotid & Facial Nerve Surgery from outside of the United States, you will need to obtain a travel visa. It takes approximately 2 – 4 weeks for the visa paperwork to be processed by the U.S. State Department and your government, so please plan accordingly as you start your making your travel arrangements for surgery. If you have any further questions about obtaining a visa, please call our office for assistance or visit http://travel.state.gov/.

Insurance Liaison

After having your consultation, our team of insurance specialists can assist you and work with you to utilize your insurance and get you the best benefits possible. Please do not hesitate to ask to speak with our insurance specialists once you have consulted with Dr. Larian and Dr. Azizzadeh and know your criteria for surgery.

Schedule Your Parotidectomy Consultation Today

Now that you have a better idea of what to expect if you will be traveling to Beverly Hills for your parotidectomy, we are here to help make the experience as easy as possible. Call us today to schedule your consultation and start your journey to reclaim your health!