The 20 Best Alopecia Areata Doctors Near Me in San Clemente, CA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 86 doctor with experience in Alopecia Areata near San Clemente, CA. Of these, 79 are Experienced and 7 are Advanced.

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86 providers found
    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Internal Medicine

    Optum - San Clemente

    San Clemente, CA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    28+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Yelena Wood is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Clemente, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 28 years. Dr. Wood is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. She is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Autoerythrocyte Sensitivity, Gardner-Diamond Syndrome, Purpura, and Insomnia. Dr. Wood is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Wood is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    395 W Avenida Vista Hermosa # 395k, 
    San Clemente, CA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Austin Longberg is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in San Clemente, California. Dr. Longberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. He is also highly rated in 48 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Actinic Keratosis, Warts, Eosinophilic Pustular Folliculitis, and Erythroderma.

    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Family Medicine

    Health And Wellness Center, Inc

    San Clemente, CA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    31+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mohammed Ali is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in San Clemente, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 31 years. Dr. Ali is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Premature Ovarian Failure, Down Syndrome, and Hypogonadism Primary Partial Alopecia. Dr. Ali is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine.

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    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Pediatrics | Dermatology
    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Pediatrics | Dermatology
    San Clemente, CA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shireen Guide is a Pediatrics specialist and a Dermatologist practicing medicine in San Clemente, California. Dr. Guide is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. She is also highly rated in 40 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dystrophic Epidermolysis Bullosa, Epidermolysis Bullosa Simplex, Dominant Dystrophic Epidermolysis Bullosa, and Dowling-Meara Epidermolysis Bullosa Simplex.

    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Family Medicine

    Johnson & Rollolazo A Professional Corporation

    1031 Avenida Pico Ste 203, 
    San Clemente, CA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kayla Ramsey is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in San Clemente, California. Dr. Ramsey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. Her clinical expertise encompasses Decorticate Posture, Decerebrate Posture, Insomnia, and Kyphosis.

    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Dermatology

    Elizabeth V. Lener M.D. Inc.

    600 Corporate Dr Ste 240, 
    Ladera Ranch, CA 
     (8.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alexander Jack is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Ladera Ranch, California. Dr. Jack is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. His clinical expertise encompasses Neurocutaneous Melanosis, Familial Atypical Multiple Mole Melanoma Syndrome, Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevus, and Giant Congenital Nevus.

    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Dermatology

    OC Dermatology

    Laguna Niguel, CA 
     (8.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lorrie Klein is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Laguna Niguel, California. Dr. Klein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. She is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hemangioendothelioma, Tufted Angioma, Cerebral Cavernous Malformation, and Hemangioma.

    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Endocrinology
    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Endocrinology

    Optum - Laguna Nigel

    Laguna Niguel, CA 
     (8.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    11+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Maryam Nemati is an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Laguna Niguel, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 11 years. Dr. Nemati is rated as an Experienced 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 Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Diabetic Neuropathy, Obesity in Children, and Obesity. Dr. Nemati is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Nemati is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    31852 Coast Highway, Suite 300, 
    Laguna Beach, CA 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Glenn Goldberg is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Laguna Beach, California. Dr. Goldberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. He is also highly rated in 54 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Universal Acquired Melanosis, Liver Spots, Actinic Keratosis, and Warts. Dr. Goldberg is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Endocrinology
    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Endocrinology
    27700 Medical Center Road, 
    Mission Viejo, CA 
     (9.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sam Pourbabak is an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Pourbabak is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thyroid Nodule, Hashimoto Thyroiditis, Obesity in Children, and Hypothyroidism. Dr. Pourbabak is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    26800 Crown Valley Parkway, Suite 230, 
    Mission Viejo, CA 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Karen Frankwich is an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Frankwich is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Thyroid Nodule, Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, and Prolactinoma. Dr. Frankwich is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Endocrinology
    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Endocrinology
    26800 Crown Valley Parkway, Suite 230, 
    Mission Viejo, CA 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Truong is an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Truong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteopenia, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, and Osteoporosis.

    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Endocrinology
    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Endocrinology
    26800 Crown Valley Parkway, Suite 230, 
    Mission Viejo, CA 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Amy-van Bui is an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Bui is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Thyroid Nodule, Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, and Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis.

    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Endocrinology
    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Endocrinology
    26800 Crown Valley Parkway, Suite 230, 
    Mission Viejo, CA 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mim Mulford is an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Mulford is rated as an Experienced 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 Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, Thyroid Nodule, and Toxic Nodular Goiter.

    Advanced in Alopecia Areata
    Dermatology
    Advanced in Alopecia Areata
    Dermatology
    34213 Pacific Coast Hwy, 
    Dana Point, CA 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Maryam Moinfar is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Dana Point, California. Dr. Moinfar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. She is also highly rated in 40 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Nakajo-Nishimura Syndrome, Acrogeria, Gottron Type, Congenital Hypotrichosis Milia, and Stiff Skin Syndrome.

    Advanced in Alopecia Areata
    Dermatology
    Advanced in Alopecia Areata
    Dermatology
    27020 Alicia Pkwy # G, 
    Laguna Niguel, CA 
     (8.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    30+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tanya Evans is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Laguna Niguel, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 30 years. Dr. Evans is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. She is also highly rated in 52 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Actinic Keratosis, Universal Acquired Melanosis, Liver Spots, and Warts. Dr. Evans is board certified in American Board Of Dermatology.

    Advanced in Alopecia Areata
    Dermatology
    Advanced in Alopecia Areata
    Dermatology

    Nili N. Alai MD Inc.

    26081 Merit Cir Ste 109, 
    Laguna Hills, CA 
     (12.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ally Alain is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Laguna Hills, California. Dr. Alain 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 Alopecia Areata, Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis, Notalgia Paresthetica, and Mycosis Fungoides.

    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Family Medicine

    Optum - San Juan Capistrano

    San Juan Capistrano, CA 
     (5.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    42+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Lothar Mcmillian is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in San Juan Capistrano, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 42 years. Dr. Mcmillian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypothyroidism, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Mcmillian is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Mcmillian is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Family Medicine

    MemorialCare Medical Group - San Juan Capistrano

    31001 Rancho Viejo Rd Ste 200, 
    San Juan Capistrano, CA 
     (6.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Gonzalez is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in San Juan Capistrano, California. Dr. Gonzalez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sciatica, Osteomyelitis in Children, Sitosterolemia, and Chronic Pain.

    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Family Medicine

    MemorialCare Medical Group - San Juan Capistrano

    31001 Rancho Viejo Rd Ste 200, 
    San Juan Capistrano, CA 
     (6.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sandy Serna is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in San Juan Capistrano, California. Dr. Serna is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. Her clinical expertise encompasses Osteomyelitis in Children, High Cholesterol, Purpura, and Gardner-Diamond Syndrome.

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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 near San Clemente, CA?

    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 near San Clemente, CA?

    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 near San Clemente, CA?

    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 near San Clemente, CA?

    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 near San Clemente, CA?

    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 near San Clemente, CA?

    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 near San Clemente, CA?

    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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