The 20 Best Alopecia Areata Doctors Near Me in Simi Valley, CA

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The 20 Best Alopecia Areata Doctors near Simi Valley, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 112 doctor with experience in Alopecia Areata near Simi Valley, CA. Of these, 106 are Experienced, 4 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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112 providers found
    Advanced in Alopecia Areata
    Dermatology
    Advanced in Alopecia Areata
    Dermatology

    Blair S. Kranson M.D. A Professional Medical Coporation

    7320 Woodlake Ave Ste 395, 
    West Hills, CA 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Blair Kranson is a Dermatologist in West Hills, California. Dr. Kranson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. His top areas of expertise are Sunburn, Keloids, Erythroderma, and Syringocystadenoma Papilliferum.

    Advanced in Alopecia Areata
    Advanced in Alopecia Areata
    23101 Sherman Place, Suite 520, 
    West Hills, CA 
     (9.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Tasneem Poonawalla is a Dermatologist in West Hills, California. Dr. Poonawalla is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. Her top areas of expertise are Hypomelanotic Disorder, Dyschromatosis Universalis Hereditaria, Dyschromatosis Symmetrica Hereditaria, and Griscelli Syndrome. Dr. Poonawalla is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Alopecia Areata
    Distinguished in Alopecia Areata

    Conejo Dermatology

    55 Rolling Oaks Dr Ste 200, 
    Thousand Oaks, CA 
     (11.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Rietkierk is a Dermatologist in Thousand Oaks, California. Dr. Rietkierk is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. His top areas of expertise are Liver Spots, Universal Acquired Melanosis, Neurocutaneous Melanosis, and Familial Atypical Multiple Mole Melanoma Syndrome.

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

    Alta California Medical Group Inc.

    2755 Alamo St Ste 201, 
    Simi Valley, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Richard Shaw is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Simi Valley, California. Dr. Shaw is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. His top areas of expertise are Alcoholic Neuropathy, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Osteomyelitis in Children, Osteotomy, and Thrombectomy.

    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Family Medicine
    2655 1st Street, Suite 325, 
    Simi Valley, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Archana Kulai is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Simi Valley, California. Dr. Kulai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. Her top areas of expertise are Osteomyelitis in Children, Chronic Pain, Macroamylasemia, and Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis. Dr. Kulai is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    2755 Alamo St Ste 101, 
    Simi Valley, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Lee is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Simi Valley, California. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Osteomyelitis in Children, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Family Medicine
    2655 1st Street, Suite 325, 
    Simi Valley, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Janet Li is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Simi Valley, California. Dr. Li is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. Her top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, High Cholesterol, Chronic Pain, and Cirrhosis.

    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Family Medicine
    2655 1st Street, Suite 325, 
    Simi Valley, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Caputo is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Simi Valley, California. Dr. Caputo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. His top areas of expertise are New Daily Persistent Headache (NDPH), Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

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

    Simi Doctors Medical & Aesthetics

    2840 E Los Angeles Ave, 
    Simi Valley, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Ghiyam is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Simi Valley, California. Dr. Ghiyam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. His top areas of expertise are Methylmalonic Acidemia with Homocystinuria, Homocystinuria, Inborn Amino Acid Metabolism Disorder, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia.

    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Family Medicine | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Family Medicine | Internal Medicine

    Simi Valley Medical Offices

    3900 Alamo St, 
    Simi Valley, CA 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Poonam Somani is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine and Family Medicine in Simi Valley, California. Dr. Somani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. Her top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis. Dr. Somani is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Fadel Abdulhai, DO Private Practice

    885 Patriot Dr, F, 
    Moorpark, CA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Spanish

    Fadel Abdulhai is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Moorpark, California. Dr. Abdulhai has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Familial Hypertriglyceridemia, High Cholesterol, and Familial Hypertension.

    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Internal Medicine

    Arroyo Oaks Medical Associates, Inc

    2230 Lynn Rd Ste 200, 
    Thousand Oaks, CA 
     (7.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Russell Hines is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Thousand Oaks, California. Dr. Hines is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Hines is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Internal Medicine

    Arroyo Oaks Medical Associates, Inc

    2230 Lynn Rd Ste 200, 
    Thousand Oaks, CA 
     (7.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dina Ohevshalom is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Thousand Oaks, California. Dr. Ohevshalom is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. Her top areas of expertise are Juvenile Primary Osteoporosis, Melorheostosis, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Ohevshalom is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Experienced in Alopecia Areata

    Office

    7320 Woodlake Ave Ste 340, 
    West Hills, CA 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Farnaz Gaminchi is a Dermatologist in West Hills, California. Dr. Gaminchi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. Her top areas of expertise are Liver Spots, Universal Acquired Melanosis, Pustules, and Keloids.

    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Experienced in Alopecia Areata

    Skin Surgery Center

    267 W Hillcrest Dr, 
    Thousand Oaks, CA 
     (8.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bridget Hartman is a Dermatologist in Thousand Oaks, California. Dr. Hartman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. Her top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Actinic Keratosis, Seborrheic Keratosis, and Universal Acquired Melanosis.

    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Endocrinology
    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Endocrinology

    Ileana Pat Inc.

    22110 Roscoe Blvd Ste 307, 
    West Hills, CA 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ileana Pat is an Endocrinologist in West Hills, California. Dr. Pat is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. Her top areas of expertise are Thyroid Storm, Hashimoto Thyroiditis, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Graves Disease.

    Ross S. Kaplan
    Advanced in Alopecia Areata
    Dermatology
    Advanced in Alopecia Areata
    Dermatology

    Ross S. Kaplan, MD Private Practice

    3615 Las Posas Rd, Ste F100, 
    Camarillo, CA 
     (13.9 miles away)
    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. His top areas of expertise are Neurocutaneous Melanosis, Familial Atypical Multiple Mole Melanoma Syndrome, Giant Congenital Nevus, and Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevus.

    Camille E. Wedlow
    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Family Medicine

    Family Medicine & Women's Health - Dignity Health Medical Group - Thousand Oaks, CA

    550 St Charles Dr, Suite 200, 
    Thousand Oaks, CA 
     (7.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I provide individualized high-quality care to my patients by empowering them to take control of their health, acknowledging their unique situations, and educating them. Dr. Wedlow is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. Her top areas of expertise are Vitiligo, Decerebrate Posture, Decorticate Posture, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Tigalat Shalita
    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Alopecia Areata
    Family Medicine

    Tigalat Shalita, DO Private Practice

    7230 Medical Center Dr, Ste 202, 
    West Hills, CA 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Patients' understanding of their conditions is the most critical first step in their healing process. We emphasize patient teaching in every aspect of our encounters with our patients. Dr. Shalita is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. His top areas of expertise are Acute Kidney Failure, Necrosis, COVID-19, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Distinguished in Alopecia Areata
    Dermatology
    Distinguished in Alopecia Areata
    Dermatology

    California Dermatology Institute

    3095 Old Conejo Rd, 
    Thousand Oaks, CA 
     (10.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    15+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Navid Ezra is a Dermatologist in Thousand Oaks, California. Dr. Ezra has been practicing medicine for over 15 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Alopecia Areata. His top areas of expertise are Plaque Psoriasis, Psoriasis, Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), and Warts.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    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 Simi Valley, 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 Simi Valley, 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 Simi Valley, 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 Simi Valley, 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 Simi Valley, 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 Simi Valley, 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 Simi Valley, 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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