Your Voice Deserves More Than a Routine Visit
Your voice is unlike any other. Whether you perform on stage, speak in front of thousands, or simply want to understand why something feels off, a thorough evaluation is the essential first step — and the standard of care you receive here is anything but routine.
A Comprehensive Voice Evaluation with Dr. Rafii is a deeply personalized, unhurried experience designed to give you a complete picture of your vocal health. Dr. Rafii is one of a select group of fellowship-trained laryngologists in Los Angeles with specialized expertise in the professional voice — meaning every element of this evaluation is informed by a level of nuance that general ENT care simply cannot offer.
What's Included
- In-depth voice history. We begin by getting to know you — how you use your voice professionally and artistically, what your vocal demands look like day to day, and what your short- and long-term goals are. Your voice has a story, and we want to hear it.
- Comprehensive medical history. Many conditions interact with the voice in ways that are easy to miss. We take a careful look at factors like reflux, allergies, sinus and breathing issues, hormonal health, and autoimmune conditions — because great vocal care treats the whole person.
- Perceptual voice evaluation. Using established clinical techniques, Dr. Rafii assesses the quality, resonance, and function of your voice in real time — including during actual vocal tasks. Yes, he may ask you to sing.
- Manual laryngeal palpation. A hands-on assessment of the joints, muscles, and soft tissues that make up your vocal instrument — often revealing tension patterns and anatomical findings that go undetected elsewhere.
- High-definition videostroboscopy. Direct, high-resolution visualization of your vocal cords in motion, allowing for detection of subtle findings that standard laryngoscopy can miss.
- A personalized treatment plan. Every recommendation is built around you — your voice, your goals, your life. There are no templates here.
- Care team coordination. When appropriate, Dr. Rafii collaborates directly with your voice therapist, vocal coach, or voice teacher to ensure your entire team is aligned and working toward the same outcome.
The Most Important Thing We Offer: Time
In most medical settings, voice concerns are addressed in minutes. Here, we take as long as your evaluation requires — because a voice as important as yours deserves nothing less.
Whether you're a professional singer, actor, speaker, or simply someone who relies on their voice and knows something isn't right, this is where exceptional vocal care begins.