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Steven D. Pletcher
4.8 out of 5 (179)
Steven D. Pletcher

Steven D. Pletcher, MD

Rhinology and Sinus Surgery

HHT Center of Excellence
185 Berry St., Suite 180, Lobby 6,
San Francisco, CA 94107
+3 more locations
(415) 353-2757
4.8 out of 5 (179)
Virtual visits available
4.8 out of 5 (179)
Virtual visits available
HHT Center of Excellence
185 Berry St., Suite 180, Lobby 6,
San Francisco, CA 94107
+3 more locations
(415) 353-2757

Dr. Steven D. Pletcher is a head and neck surgeon who specializes in sinus surgery and rhinology. He is an expert in minimally invasive endoscopic procedures of the paranasal sinuses and skull base, and he has advanced training in treating disorders ranging from chronic sinusitis to skull base tumors.

Areas of focus for Pletcher's research include improving treatment of sinus disease for adult patients with cystic fibrosis, improving surgical techniques for chronic sinusitis, and developing and evaluating endoscopic procedures to control refractory epistaxis (nosebleeds that persist or recur and are difficult to manage).

Pletcher received his medical degree from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. He completed a residency in otolaryngology – head and neck surgery at UCSF, where he was chief resident. He completed a clinical fellowship in rhinology at Massachusetts Eye and Ear, a teaching hospital of Harvard Medical School.

  • Board Certifications

    American Board of Otolaryngology, Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery

  • Fellowships

    Mass Eye and Ear

  • Residencies

    UCSF, Otolaryngology

  • Internship

    UCSF, General Surgery

  • Degree

    MD, UCLA

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    My reviews

    4.8

    Overall Experience
    179 Ratings
    About our process
    Jul 16, 2025
    Dr Pletcher always listens attentively to the my questions and answers them thoroughly
    Jul 16, 2025
    Pletcher a great doctor and surgeon
    Jun 21, 2025
    Dr Pletcher is very knowledgeable and a good listener. He explains things very well
    May 30, 2025
    There needs to be an Excellent category on these surveys !!!! That's what the Dr. Pletcher and staff experience was !I've only seen him twice , but now It's time for surgery. I have COMPLETE CONFIDENCE .
    May 28, 2025
    Doctor Pletcher explained what he was seeing inside my nose with a sophisticated camera system. He listened to my concerns and my symptoms and made recommendations. Excellent doctor
    May 28, 2025
    Dr. Pletcher is the best.
    Apr 24, 2025
    Dr. Pletcher is great - highly skilled, and terrific patient communication skills/bedside manner. Very knowledgeable and trustworthy. Appreciate that he doesn't talk down to his patients and explains things in an accessible but thorough manner.
    Apr 02, 2025
    Resident Dr. Patel was thoughtful and asked lots of questions. Supervising Dr. Pletcher was thorough and explained treatment options that were easy to follow.
    Mar 11, 2025
    Dr. Pletcher listened to my concerns and felt there was not much more he could do to help my situation.
    Mar 05, 2025
    Dr Pletcher is an excellent provider, truly appreciated!
    Feb 05, 2025
    He's amazing-try to keep him
    Jan 24, 2025
    Love Dr. Pletcher
    Jan 10, 2025
    Steven was very good
    Jan 05, 2025
    Excellent, great doctor, very competent
    Dec 22, 2024
    Showed CT Scan on monitor and explained it in details that I could understand
    Dec 20, 2024
    Dr Pletcher was incredibly thorough in my examination. I felt that he really understood my problem and gave me the best advice.
    Nov 21, 2024
    Dr. Pletcher was professional, efficient without feeling rushed, clinically descriptive in ways I could understand anatomy and what the scope images captured. I left knowing that my care was top notch, and feeling Dr. Pletcher really cared that I understood and how I felt about my issues.
    Sep 14, 2024
    Dr Pletcher is patient, thorough, thoughtful, and really appreciate his non rushed attitude
    Sep 13, 2024
    Dr Pletcher took the time to prepare for the exam and procedure. He read his old notes etc. We were impressed.
    Jul 17, 2024
    I let the Doctor know during my visit that I appreciated the way he listened to my concerns and made sure he understood what my concerns were. The way the doctor took time with me and went into detail about what he was doing throughout the visit. He is very attentive, knowledgeable, and caring.
    May 30, 2024
    I'm glad to be in Dr. Pletcher's care.
    May 06, 2024
    I felt confident with the care provider
    Mar 27, 2024
    The Dr. Explained what was going on with my sinuses.
    Dec 23, 2023
    Dr Pletcher is exceptional in his diagnosis, treatment and communication skills. Because of his treatment and advice I was able to resolve my fourteen week long sinusitis, which was a result of an infected upper molar, without the surgery previous ENT's' outside UCSF had recommemded.I am grateful to Dr Pketcher and the UCSF Sinus Center for the best possible care.
    Dec 13, 2023
    I already have Dr Pletcher's name and contact info to a fruend
    Dec 02, 2023
    The medical staff explained the problem with respect and patience and provided Cantonese translation for us.
    Nov 15, 2023
    Dr. Pletcher is everything you want in a doctor. He listens, is very caring, is very good talking you thru the procedures and provides excellent explanations about the condition and treatment.

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