The 20 Best Alopecia Areata Doctors Near Me in California, US

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 3907 doctor with experience in Alopecia Areata near California, US. Of these, 3608 are Experienced, 278 are Advanced, 17 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Alopecia Areata
    Elite in Alopecia Areata

    UCI Health Newport Beach

    2161 San Joaquin Hills Rd, 
    Newport Beach, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Natasha Mesinkovska is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Mesinkovska is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. She is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis, Alopecia Areata, Alopecia Universalis, and Vitiligo.

    Distinguished in Alopecia Areata
    Distinguished in Alopecia Areata

    Kaiser Permanente Vallejo Medical Center - Dermatology

    975 Sereno Drive, Med Offices 2nd Fl Dept #220, 
    Vallejo, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Paradi Mirmirani is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Vallejo, California. Dr. Mirmirani is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis, Alopecia Areata, Lichen Planus, and Erosive Pustular Dermatosis of the Scalp. Dr. Mirmirani is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Alopecia Areata
    Dermatology
    Distinguished in Alopecia Areata
    Dermatology

    Washington Bryan II MD Inc

    11669 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 110, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ben Behnam is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Behnam is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis, Alopecia Areata, Liver Spots, and Universal Acquired Melanosis.

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    Distinguished in Alopecia Areata
    Dermatology
    Distinguished in Alopecia Areata
    Dermatology

    Terris R. Dunn MD A Medical Corp.

    2828 Telegraph Ave, 
    Berkeley, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Terris Dunn is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Berkeley, California. Dr. Dunn is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. She is also highly rated in 61 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rosacea, Melasma, Membranous Nephropathy, and Alopecia Areata.

    Distinguished in Alopecia Areata
    Distinguished in Alopecia Areata

    Stanford University Medical Center

    450 Broadway St, 
    Redwood City, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Saisindhu Narala is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Redwood City, California. Dr. Narala is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. She is also highly rated in 42 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Alopecia Areata, Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis, Acne, and Seborrheic Keratosis.

    Distinguished in Alopecia Areata
    Dermatology
    Distinguished in Alopecia Areata
    Dermatology

    Stanford University Medical Center

    450 Broadway St, 
    Redwood City, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Anthony Oro is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Redwood City, California. Dr. Oro is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Nevoid Basal Cell Carcinoma Syndrome, Graham-Little-Piccardi-Lassueur Syndrome, and Malignant Hypertension.

    Distinguished in Alopecia Areata
    Distinguished in Alopecia Areata

    Conejo Dermatology

    55 Rolling Oaks Dr Ste 200, 
    Thousand Oaks, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Rietkierk is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Thousand Oaks, California. Dr. Rietkierk is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. He is also highly rated in 80 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Spots, Universal Acquired Melanosis, Neurocutaneous Melanosis, and Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevus.

    Distinguished in Alopecia Areata
    Dermatology
    Distinguished in Alopecia Areata
    Dermatology

    UCI Health

    101 The City Dr S, 
    Orange, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Katerina Yale is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Orange, California. Dr. Yale is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis, Alopecia Areata, Familial Atypical Multiple Mole Melanoma Syndrome, and Melasma.

    Advanced in Alopecia Areata
    Dermatology
    Advanced in Alopecia Areata
    Dermatology

    Ross S. Kaplan, MD Private Practice

    3615 Las Posas Rd, Ste F100, 
    Camarillo, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Ross Kaplan, MD is a Dermatologist Specialist in Camarillo, CA. He graduated from University of California, Los Angeles in 1994.Ross S. Kaplan, MD received his Doctor of Medicine from UCLA in 1994. He then received Dermatology specialty training at the University of California-Irvine. He also completed a Howard Hughes Fellowship in laser research at Massachusetts General Hospital (Harvard) in Boston. Dr. Kaplan is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology.Dr. Kaplan cares for all types of skin problems with an emphasis on skin cancer. His interest in cutting edge laser technology and therapy has made our office the most advanced in the area. Dr. Kaplan is one of a select group of skin care specialist physicians invited to join Allergan’s National Exchange Forum. This group is comprised of nationally renowned thought leaders in facial aesthetics. He trains other doctors in his office for the use of Botox, fillers and lasers. He has developed our prescription strength Firm and Fade cream which treats pigment, texture and tone of skin. Dr. Kaplan’s experience on how skin ages makes him exceptionally suited to treat your skin care needs and concerns. His approach to skin care is compassionate and caring. Through the use of comprehensive skin exams and the latest technology, his goal is for your skin to be healthy and beautiful. He has been voted #1 dermatologist in Ventura County for 6 consecutive years. Dr. Kaplan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. He is also highly rated in 37 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Neurocutaneous Melanosis, Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevus, Familial Atypical Multiple Mole Melanoma Syndrome, and Giant Congenital Nevus. Dr. Kaplan is board certified in Dermatology. Dr. Kaplan is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Alopecia Areata
    Dermatology
    Advanced in Alopecia Areata
    Dermatology

    Podiatry Associates Of San Diego County Inc.

    655 Euclid Ave Ste 401, 
    National City, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Philip Cohen is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in National City, California. Dr. Cohen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. He is also highly rated in 85 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seborrheic Keratosis, Pyogenic Granuloma, Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Tissue Biopsy, and Laminectomy.

    Advanced in Alopecia Areata
    Endocrinology
    Advanced in Alopecia Areata
    Endocrinology

    Central Coast Endocrinology & Diabetes

    Santa Maria, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I strive to provide my patients with the best medical care possible. Dr. Lai is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. He is also highly rated in 82 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Obesity in Children, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Hypothyroidism. Dr. Lai is board certified in Internal Medicine. Dr. Lai is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Alopecia Areata
    Dermatology
    Advanced in Alopecia Areata
    Dermatology
    2290 Sacramento Street, 
    Vallejo, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John Geisse is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Vallejo, California. Dr. Geisse is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. He is also highly rated in 72 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma, Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Bazex Syndrome, and Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia. Dr. Geisse is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Alopecia Areata
    Advanced in Alopecia Areata

    David J. MacGregor, MD Private Practice

    450 Sutter St, Ste 1824, 
    San Francisco, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Welcome to 450derm.com. We are a downtown San Francisco dermatology practice that focuses on the health and beauty of our patients? skin and the treatment of skin disease. Healthy, radiant skin is an achievable goal and we would like to help you realize it. Dr. Macgregor is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Trichoepithelioma, Multiple Familial Trichoepithelioma, Syringoma, and Syringocystadenoma Papilliferum. Dr. Macgregor is board certified in Dermatology. Dr. Macgregor is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Alopecia Areata
    Advanced in Alopecia Areata
    2720 Low Court, 
    Fairfield, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Bien-aimee Lau is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Fairfield, California. Dr. Lau is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sunburn, Alopecia Areata, Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis, and Actinic Keratosis. Dr. Lau is board certified in Dermatology. Dr. Lau is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Alopecia Areata
    Dermatology
    Distinguished in Alopecia Areata
    Dermatology
    15503 Ventura Blvd # 240, 
    Encino, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Carolyn Goh is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Encino, California. Dr. Goh is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis, Alopecia Areata, Malignant Hypertension, and Female Pattern Baldness.

    Distinguished in Alopecia Areata
    Dermatology
    Distinguished in Alopecia Areata
    Dermatology
    2290 Sacramento St, 
    Vallejo, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jennifer Fu is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Vallejo, California. Dr. Fu is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. She is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Graham-Little-Piccardi-Lassueur Syndrome, Alopecia Areata, Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis, Transmyocardial Revascularization, and Stent Placement.

    Distinguished in Alopecia Areata
    Dermatology
    Distinguished in Alopecia Areata
    Dermatology
    9339 Genesee Ave # 350, 
    San Diego, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brook Brouha is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Brouha is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. He is also highly rated in 80 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Alopecia Areata, Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis, Liver Spots, and Universal Acquired Melanosis.

    Distinguished in Alopecia Areata
    Dermatology
    Distinguished in Alopecia Areata
    Dermatology
    3301 C St # 1300, 
    Sacramento, CA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Oma Agbai is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Sacramento, California. Dr. Agbai is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. She is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis, Graham-Little-Piccardi-Lassueur Syndrome, Alopecia Areata, and Actinic Keratosis.

    Distinguished in Alopecia Areata
    Dermatology
    Distinguished in Alopecia Areata
    Dermatology
    450 Broadway St, 
    Redwood City, CA 
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Justin Ko is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Redwood City, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Ko is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Vitiligo, Alopecia Areata, Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis, and Melanoma.

    Distinguished in Alopecia Areata
    Dermatology
    Distinguished in Alopecia Areata
    Dermatology
    9250 Big Horn Blvd # 100, 
    Elk Grove, CA 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Raja Sivamani is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Elk Grove, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Sivamani is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. He is also highly rated in 86 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rosacea, Actinic Keratosis, Atopic Dermatitis, and Acne. Dr. Sivamani is board certified in Dermatology.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Alopecia Areata?

    Alopecia areata is a common disorder that causes hair loss. "Alopecia" is a Latin term that means baldness, and "areata" refers to the patchy nature of the hair loss that is typically seen with this condition.

    When should I see an Alopecia Areata 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 Alopecia Areata 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 Alopecia Areata 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 Alopecia Areata 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 Alopecia Areata 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 Alopecia Areata doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Alopecia Areata 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 Alopecia Areata 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 Alopecia Areata 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 Alopecia Areata 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 Alopecia Areata doctors in California, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Alopecia Areata 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 Alopecia Areata doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Alopecia Areata 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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