The 20 Best Alkaptonuria Doctors Near Me in California, US

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The 20 Best Alkaptonuria Doctors in California, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 30 doctor with experience in Alkaptonuria near California, US. Of these, 26 are Experienced and 4 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Alkaptonuria
    Dermatology
    Advanced in Alkaptonuria
    Dermatology

    Helen S Manber

    3838 California St Rm 308, 
    San Francisco, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Helen Manber is a Dermatologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Manber is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alkaptonuria. Her top areas of expertise are Trichoepithelioma, Multiple Familial Trichoepithelioma, Syringoma, and Syringocystadenoma Papilliferum.

    Advanced in Alkaptonuria
    Dermatology
    Advanced in Alkaptonuria
    Dermatology

    Skinphysicians & Surgeons Medical Group Inc.

    859 E Foothill Blvd Ste B, 
    Upland, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marie Stoddard is a Dermatologist in Upland, California. Dr. Stoddard is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alkaptonuria. Her top areas of expertise are Contact Dermatitis, Neurocutaneous Melanosis, Giant Congenital Nevus, and Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevus.

    Thomas M. Link
    Experienced in Alkaptonuria
    Experienced in Alkaptonuria

    Imaging Center At Montgomery Street

    1725 Montgomery St., Suite 250, 
    San Francisco, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Thomas M. Link is chief of the musculoskeletal imaging section in the UCSF Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging. As clinical director of the department's Musculoskeletal Quantitative Imaging Research (MQIR) group, he has a strong interest in translational research (using study findings to establish new treatments or diagnostic methods). The main focuses of MQIR are: imaging of osteoporosis, particularly developing new techniques for assessing bone quality and density; applying new imaging techniques to the assessment of osteoarthritis and cartilage, and to preventing cartilage degeneration; new imaging sequences for musculoskeletal imaging at high field; and MR-guided high-intensity focused ultrasound for treatment of bony abnormalities. Link earned his medical degree at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz in Germany. He completed his medical residency in Münster, Germany. He completed a research fellowship in radiology at UCSF. Link was a vice chair in the radiology department at the Technical University of Munich before joining UCSF in 2003. Dr. Link is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alkaptonuria. His top areas of expertise are Sandhaus Ben-Ami Syndrome, Synovitis, MAGIC Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement.

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    Jack S. Resneck
    Experienced in Alkaptonuria
    Experienced in Alkaptonuria

    Dermatology Clinic At Mount Zion

    1701 Divisadero St., Third And Fourth Floors, 
    San Francisco, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Jack S. Resneck Jr. is a dermatologist who cares for patients with a wide range of skin diseases. In research, areas of Resneck's studies include patient access to care, health care delivery and affordability, digital medicine and public health. His work has been published in prominent journals and attracted national media attention. Raised in Louisiana, Resneck received his bachelor's degree in public policy from Brown University. He earned his medical degree from UCSF, where he also completed a residency in dermatology and a fellowship in health policy. Resneck serves on the editorial board of the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. He chaired the World Medical Association's global 30-month process to revise and modernize the Declaration of Helsinki, the seminal document defining the ethical principles and protections governing medical research with human participants. He chaired the board of trustees of the American Medical Association (AMA) from 2018 to 2019 and served as AMA president from 2022 to 2023. He also has served on the board of the National Quality Forum and as president of the California Society of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery. Resneck is a passionate advocate for both doctors and patients. He frequently speaks as a champion of well-tested health care innovation and a more equitable health care system. Whether testifying before Congress about addressing health care dysfunction and burdens, advocating for easier patient access or leading the dermatology department, he seeks to build stronger, healthier communities by improving the lives of patients and the working environment for doctors in the United States. Resneck is also committed to educating future doctors. He chairs the UCSF Department of Dermatology and is the UCSF Bruce U. Wintroub Endowed Professor of Dermatology. He serves as affiliated faculty at the UCSF Philip R. Lee Institute for Health Policy Studies. Dr. Resneck is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alkaptonuria. His top areas of expertise are Nummular Eczema, Actinic Keratosis, Neurocutaneous Melanosis, and Giant Congenital Nevus.

    Anne W. Chang
    Advanced in Alkaptonuria
    Internal Medicine | Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Advanced in Alkaptonuria
    Internal Medicine | Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Women's Health Primary Care Clinic

    2356 Sutter St., Third And Fourth Floors, 
    San Francisco, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Anne W. Chang is an internal medicine specialist and serves as medical director of UCSF Women's Health Primary Care. She treats female patients with a variety of conditions, caring for many who have complex or multiple disorders. Her focus on cultivating long-term relationships with her patients has often led to her treating their family members as well. She is fluent in Mandarin and has a number of patients for whom Mandarin is their first or only language. She has an interest in integrative medicine and includes complementary therapies in her patients' treatment plans when appropriate. Chang earned her medical degree from McGovern Medical School, where she also completed residency training in internal medicine. Chang came to UCSF after working at Buffalo General Medical Center. Dr. Chang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alkaptonuria. Her top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Alkaptonuria.

    Experienced in Alkaptonuria
    Experienced in Alkaptonuria
    23550 Hawthorne Boulevard, Suite 200, 
    Torrance, CA 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jacqueline Levin is a Dermatologist in Torrance, California. Dr. Levin has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alkaptonuria. Her top areas of expertise are Comedones, Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevus, Giant Congenital Nevus, and Familial Atypical Multiple Mole Melanoma Syndrome. Dr. Levin is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Alkaptonuria
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Alkaptonuria
    Dermatology

    Scripps Clinic Carmel Valley

    3811 Valley Centre Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Edward Ross is a Dermatologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Ross is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alkaptonuria. His top areas of expertise are Keloids, Spider Angioma, Telangiectasia, and Actinic Keratosis.

    Experienced in Alkaptonuria
    Experienced in Alkaptonuria

    Scripps Clinic Rancho San Diego-Calle Verde

    La Mesa, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Erik Gilbertson is a Dermatologist in La Mesa, California. Dr. Gilbertson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alkaptonuria. His top areas of expertise are Actinic Keratosis, Warts, Seborrheic Keratosis, and Psoriasis.

    Experienced in Alkaptonuria
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Alkaptonuria
    Dermatology

    Riverside University Health System-Medical Center

    26520 Cactus Ave, 
    Moreno Valley, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Janiene Luke is a Dermatologist in Moreno Valley, California. Dr. Luke is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alkaptonuria. Her top areas of expertise are Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis, Alopecia Areata, Pemphigus Vulgaris, and Psoriasis.

    Experienced in Alkaptonuria
    Experienced in Alkaptonuria

    Scripps Green Hospital

    10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
    La Jolla, CA 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Minn is a Radiologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Minn has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alkaptonuria. His top areas of expertise are Bronchogenic Cyst, Tenosynovitis, Chronic Cough, and Vertigo.

    Experienced in Alkaptonuria
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Alkaptonuria
    Dermatology

    UC Davis Dermatology Clinic

    3301 C St Ste 1300, 
    Sacramento, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Maxwell Fung is a Dermatologist in Sacramento, California. Dr. Fung is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alkaptonuria. His top areas of expertise are Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Lichen Planus, Muir-Torre Syndrome, Familial Atypical Multiple Mole Melanoma Syndrome, and Liver Embolization.

    Experienced in Alkaptonuria
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Alkaptonuria
    Dermatology

    Dermatologic Surgery And Laser Center

    1701 Divisadero St, 
    San Francisco, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Roy Grekin is a Dermatologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Grekin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alkaptonuria. His top areas of expertise are Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma, Melanoma, and Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC).

    Advanced in Alkaptonuria
    Medical Genetics | Pediatrics
    Advanced in Alkaptonuria
    Medical Genetics | Pediatrics
    550 16th Street, Box 0706, Fourth Floor, 
    San Francisco, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Renata Gallagher is a Medical Genetics specialist and a Pediatrics provider in San Francisco, California. Dr. Gallagher is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alkaptonuria. Her top areas of expertise are Gaucher Disease, Gaucher Disease Type 3, Gaucher Disease Type 1, and Gaucher Disease Type 2.

    Lianne Gensler
    Experienced in Alkaptonuria
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Alkaptonuria
    Rheumatology

    Ankylosing Spondylitis Clinic

    400 Parnassus Ave., Floor B1, 
    San Francisco, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Lianne Gensler is a rheumatologist and serves as director of the UCSF Ankylosing Spondylitis Clinic, which is dedicated to care for this inflammatory disease. Gensler's primary research interest is the disease progression of axial spondyloarthritis (a category that includes ankylosing spondylitis). Her research also seeks to identify predictors of osteoporosis development in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus. Gensler earned her medical degree at the University of California, Irvine. She completed an internal medicine residency, chief residency and rheumatology fellowship at UCSF, and subsequently joined the medical staff in the rheumatology program. Dr. Gensler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alkaptonuria. Her top areas of expertise are Ankylosing Spondylitis, Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA), Arthritis, and Rheumatoid Vasculitis.

    Experienced in Alkaptonuria
    Experienced in Alkaptonuria

    Child And Adolescent Mental Health-Stanford Children's Health Specialty Services-Sunnyvale

    1195 W Fremont Ave, 
    Sunnyvale, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Benjamin Solomon is a Pediatrics provider in Sunnyvale, California. Dr. Solomon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alkaptonuria. His top areas of expertise are Aplasia Cutis Congenita, Clouston Syndrome, Ectodermal Dysplasias, and Alkaptonuria.

    Experienced in Alkaptonuria
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Alkaptonuria
    Family Medicine

    Lincoln Medical Offices

    1900 Dresden Drive, 2nd Floor, 
    Lincoln, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ying Brown is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lincoln, California. Dr. Brown is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alkaptonuria. Her top area of expertise is Alkaptonuria.

    Experienced in Alkaptonuria
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Alkaptonuria
    Internal Medicine

    UC San Diego

    200 W Arbor Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Arthi Balu is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Balu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alkaptonuria. Her top areas of expertise are Alkaptonuria, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, and Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis.

    Experienced in Alkaptonuria
    Experienced in Alkaptonuria

    Regents Of The University Of California

    200 W Arbor Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Kane is a Urologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Kane is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alkaptonuria. His top areas of expertise are Familial Prostate Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Urothelial Cancer, Vasectomy, and Nephrectomy.

    Experienced in Alkaptonuria
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Alkaptonuria
    Internal Medicine

    Gill & Bisla Internal Med Associates Inc.

    151 N Sunrise Ave Ste 613, 
    Roseville, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Harinder Bisla is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Roseville, California. Dr. Bisla is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alkaptonuria. Her top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, High Cholesterol, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

    Experienced in Alkaptonuria
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Alkaptonuria
    Dermatology

    Pacific Dermatology Institute, Inc

    16465 Sierra Lakes Pkwy, 
    Fontana, CA 
    Experience:
    34+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Clemens Esche is a Dermatologist in Fontana, California. Dr. Esche has been practicing medicine for over 34 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alkaptonuria. His top areas of expertise are Actinic Keratosis, Rosacea, Universal Acquired Melanosis, and Liver Spots.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Alkaptonuria?

    Alkaptonuria is an inherited condition that causes arthritis, kidney stones, spots of dark pigmentation, and dark urine. Ochronosis, a buildup of dark (blue-black) pigment in certain tissues, is a characteristic feature of alkaptonuria. The first symptom of alkaptonuria is often urine that turns black or very dark when it is exposed to air (oxidation). However, this color change may not occur immediately after urination.

    When should I see an Alkaptonuria doctor in California, US?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing an Alkaptonuria doctor in California, US?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Alkaptonuria doctors in California, US?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Alkaptonuria doctors in California, US?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with an Alkaptonuria doctor in California, US?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Alkaptonuria doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Alkaptonuria doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with an Alkaptonuria doctor in California, US?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Alkaptonuria doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Alkaptonuria doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Alkaptonuria doctors in California, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Alkaptonuria doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find an Alkaptonuria doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Alkaptonuria doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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