About Dr. Mansfield

Perry Mansfield, MD, FRCSC

Director, Advanced Head & Neck / Skull Base Surgery - Scripps Prebys Cancer Center

Director, Skull Base Surgery & Head and Neck Oncology - Senta Clinic

Dr. Perry Mansfield, MD., FRCSC.

Dr. Perry Mansfield is a nationally recognized head and neck surgeon known for delivering highly specialized, patient-centered care for complex tumors and skull base disease. For more than three decades, he has focused on one mission: to provide the safest, most effective, and most compassionate care possible for every patient he treats.

A Leader in Complex Head & Neck and Skull Base Surgery

  • Over 30 years of experience in head and neck oncology and skull base surgery
  • Director of multiple regional and national programs dedicated to advanced tumor care
  • Consistently recognized as a Top Doctor by U.S. News & World Report, Castle Connolly, and San Diego Magazine for more than 20 consecutive years
  • Fellowship-trained in both Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery and Reconstructive Surgery

Dr. Mansfield is known for minimally invasive surgical approaches, advanced reconstruction, and multidisciplinary care pathways that improve outcomes and reduce recovery time.

A Practice Built on Trust, Expertise, and Compassion

Patients choose Dr. Mansfield not only for his surgical skill, but for his unwavering dedication to their well-being. He believes that every patient deserves:

Dr. Mansfield with 2 Other Surgeons wearing scrubs and smiling
  • Clear communication
  • Thoughtful, individualized treatment plans
  • Access to the most advanced surgical techniques
  • A care team that supports them at every step

Patients consistently describe his care as thorough, compassionate, and deeply personalized. His approach blends world-class expertise with genuine human connection.

Academic, Research, and Global Contributions

  • Published extensively, including large-scale studies on skull base tumors and multidisciplinary care
  • Directed national and international fellowship programs
  • Served on scientific committees for major skull base societies
  • Led global surgical training initiatives, including establishing a surgical skills lab abroad
  • Recipient of the Canada Award of Bravery

His research continues to focus on improving outcomes for patients with complex head and neck disease.

Leadership & Service

Dr. Mansfield has held numerous leadership roles, including:

He has also served on multiple philanthropic and corporate boards supporting healthcare, education, and community programs.

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Common Conditions Treated By Dr. Mansfield

Throat

Maladies of the throat can be a mere nuisance or a major ordeal. Tonsillitis, voice disorders, and even hoarseness all interfere with our ability to communicate. Many of these conditions can be improved or corrected with the care of an ENT physician or head and neck surgeon.

Nose & Mouth

Congestion, allergic rhinitis, a deviated septum, and mouth sores are just a few of the varied health problems that occur in this region of the body. Information about ways you can relieve symptoms at home and when you should see a physician can be found in this section.

Head & Neck Surgery

Many surgical advances are being made in this area. Procedures such as tonsillectomy and facial plastic surgery are becoming less invasive, and new procedures are being developed to treat serious problems such as cleft palate, sleep apnea, and deafness.

Cancer

Early detection is critical to preventing fatal outcomes. Cancers of the head and neck such as laryngeal cancer can be particularly aggressive. Signs of cancer of the head and neck include changes in the skin, pain, prolonged hoarseness, and sudden loss of voice. If you suffer from any of these symptoms you should see an ENT or head and neck physician immediately.