The 20 Best Aphthous Stomatitis Doctors Near Me in la jolla, CA

Find the Top Aphthous Stomatitis Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 23 doctor with experience in Aphthous Stomatitis near la jolla, CA. Of these, 21 are Experienced, 1 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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23 providers found
    Distinguished in Aphthous Stomatitis
    Pediatric Otolaryngology | Otolaryngology
    Distinguished in Aphthous Stomatitis
    Pediatric Otolaryngology | Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    3262 Holiday Ct Ste 204, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Seth Pransky is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist and an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Pransky is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Aphthous Stomatitis. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis, Aphthous Stomatitis, Canker Sore, Myringotomy, and Adenoidectomy.

    Experienced in Aphthous Stomatitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Aphthous Stomatitis
    Family Medicine

    Ryan Dominguez, MD, A Signaturemd Physician

    9850 Genesee Ave Ste 810, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    G Dominguez is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Dominguez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Aphthous Stomatitis. He is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cellulitis, Avian Influenza, Shingles, and Tracheitis.

    Experienced in Aphthous Stomatitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Aphthous Stomatitis
    Family Medicine

    Center For Neurological Study

    9850 Genesee Ave Ste 320, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jamie Switzer is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Switzer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Aphthous Stomatitis. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Oral Herpes, Vitamin D Deficiency, and Acute Cystitis.

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    Experienced in Aphthous Stomatitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Aphthous Stomatitis
    Internal Medicine

    Scripps Green Hospital

    10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Robert Kakehashi is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Kakehashi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Aphthous Stomatitis. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tracheitis, Cellulitis, Parinaud Oculoglandular Syndrome, and Lymphangitis. Dr. Kakehashi is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Aphthous Stomatitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Aphthous Stomatitis
    Family Medicine

    Genesee Medical Group Inc.

    7830 Clairemont Mesa Blvd Ste 100, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (6.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Dysart is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Dysart is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Aphthous Stomatitis. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Shingles. Dr. Dysart is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Aphthous Stomatitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Aphthous Stomatitis
    Internal Medicine

    Paul D Wagner M D Inc.

    4060 4th Ave Ste 100, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Paul Wagner is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Wagner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Aphthous Stomatitis. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cirrhosis, Xanthoma, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Wagner is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Aphthous Stomatitis
    General Practice
    Experienced in Aphthous Stomatitis
    General Practice

    Scripps Clinic Carmel Valley

    3811 Valley Centre Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Akemi Smith is a primary care provider, practicing in General Practice in San Diego, California. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Aphthous Stomatitis. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gonorrhea, Syphilis, Cellulitis, and Bronchitis.

    Experienced in Aphthous Stomatitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Aphthous Stomatitis
    Family Medicine

    Office

    2001 4th Ave, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (9.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Marife Dy Stroika is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Dy Stroika is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Aphthous Stomatitis. Her clinical expertise encompasses Asthma in Children, Asthma, Sinusitis, and Cellulitis.

    Experienced in Aphthous Stomatitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Aphthous Stomatitis
    Family Medicine

    Sharp Rees-Stealy Downtown-Ophthalmology

    16899 W Bernardo Dr Fl 2, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (14.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jayakumar Priyanga is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Priyanga is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Aphthous Stomatitis. She is also highly rated in 39 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Food Allergy, Obesity, Vaginal Cysts, and Intrauterine Device Insertion. Dr. Priyanga is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Aphthous Stomatitis
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Aphthous Stomatitis
    Family Medicine

    Partners Urgent Care-Grossmont

    6136 Lake Murray Blvd, 
    La Mesa, CA 
     (14.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey White is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in La Mesa, California. Dr. White is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Aphthous Stomatitis. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lymphangitis, Glossodynia, Burning Mouth Syndrome, and Industrial Bronchitis.

    Experienced in Aphthous Stomatitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Aphthous Stomatitis
    Family Medicine

    Jurkowski Medical Corporation

    10605 Scripps Poway Pkwy Ste C, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (11.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Leonard Jurkowski is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Jurkowski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Aphthous Stomatitis. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tracheitis, Cellulitis, Lymphangitis, and Parinaud Oculoglandular Syndrome.

    Experienced in Aphthous Stomatitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Aphthous Stomatitis
    Family Medicine

    Family Health Centers Of San Diego Inc.

    1809 National Ave, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (11.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Harris Niazi is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Niazi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Aphthous Stomatitis. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cellulitis, Lymphangitis, COVID-19, and Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C).

    Experienced in Aphthous Stomatitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Aphthous Stomatitis
    Family Medicine

    Sharp Healthcare

    10670 Wexford St, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (12.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lisa Shue is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Shue is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Aphthous Stomatitis. Her clinical expertise encompasses Aphthous Stomatitis and Sutton Disease 2.

    Experienced in Aphthous Stomatitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Aphthous Stomatitis
    Family Medicine

    Arch Health Partners

    9878 Carmel Mountain Rd Ste B, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (12.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Camille Santos is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Santos is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Aphthous Stomatitis. Her clinical expertise encompasses Acne, High Cholesterol, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Osteomyelitis in Children.

    Experienced in Aphthous Stomatitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Aphthous Stomatitis
    Family Medicine

    Diamond Neighborhoods Family Health Center

    4725 Market St, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (13.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bahghi Keflezighi is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Keflezighi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Aphthous Stomatitis. She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Food Allergy, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

    Experienced in Aphthous Stomatitis
    Experienced in Aphthous Stomatitis
    Referral may be required

    Scripps Memorial Hospital-Encinitas

    354 Santa Fe Dr, 
    Encinitas, CA 
     (14.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Hernan Goldsztein is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Encinitas, California. Dr. Goldsztein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Aphthous Stomatitis. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Jones Syndrome, and Mastoiditis.

    Experienced in Aphthous Stomatitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Aphthous Stomatitis
    Family Medicine

    Truecare

    1130 2nd St, 
    Encinitas, CA 
     (14.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kaden Willie is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Encinitas, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Willie is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Aphthous Stomatitis. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Pain, Sciatica, High Cholesterol, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Experienced in Aphthous Stomatitis
    Experienced in Aphthous Stomatitis

    UC San Diego Health

    1505 Encinitas Blvd, 
    Encinitas, CA 
     (14.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Matthew Kuivenhoven is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Encinitas, California. Dr. Kuivenhoven is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Aphthous Stomatitis. His clinical expertise encompasses Cellulitis, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), COVID-19, and Peptic Ulcer. Dr. Kuivenhoven is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Aphthous Stomatitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Aphthous Stomatitis
    Family Medicine

    Partners Urgent Care-Grossmont

    6136 Lake Murray Blvd, 
    La Mesa, CA 
     (14.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Walker is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in La Mesa, California. Dr. Walker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Aphthous Stomatitis. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cellulitis, Lymphangitis, Parinaud Oculoglandular Syndrome, and Tracheitis.

    Experienced in Aphthous Stomatitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Aphthous Stomatitis
    Internal Medicine

    Kaiser Permanente La Mesa Medical Offices

    8080 Parkway Drive, 
    La Mesa, CA 
     (14.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Morvarid Behdin is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in La Mesa, California. Dr. Behdin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Aphthous Stomatitis. Her clinical expertise encompasses Aphthous Stomatitis, Sutton Disease 2, Acne, and Male Genital Sores.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Aphthous Stomatitis?

    Aphthous stomatitis is a common condition characterized by recurrent round or oval painful ulcers, commonly known as canker sores, that appear in the mucous membranes of the mouth, such as the inside of the lips or cheeks, on the gums, in the soft palate, on the floor of the mouth, or on the tongue. In some individuals, recurrent aphthous ulcers may be associated with other serious health concerns.

    When should I see an Aphthous Stomatitis doctor near la jolla, 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 Aphthous Stomatitis doctor near la jolla, 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 Aphthous Stomatitis doctors near la jolla, 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 Aphthous Stomatitis doctors near la jolla, 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 Aphthous Stomatitis doctor near la jolla, 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 Aphthous Stomatitis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Aphthous Stomatitis 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 Aphthous Stomatitis doctor near la jolla, 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 Aphthous Stomatitis 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 Aphthous Stomatitis 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 Aphthous Stomatitis doctors near la jolla, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Aphthous Stomatitis 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 Aphthous Stomatitis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Aphthous Stomatitis 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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