The 20 Best Arthritis Doctors Near Me in Encino, CA

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The 20 Best Arthritis Doctors near Encino, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 185 doctor with experience in Arthritis near Encino, CA. Of these, 151 are Experienced, 24 are Advanced and 8 are Distinguished.

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    Advanced in Arthritis
    Advanced in Arthritis
    16311 Ventura Boulevard, Suite 1150, 
    Encino, CA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Healthy Desai is an Orthopedics provider in Encino, California. Dr. Desai is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bowlegs, Rhizarthrosis, Arthritis, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Desai is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Arthritis
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Arthritis
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    5363 Balboa Blvd Ste 542, 
    Encino, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kamran Rabbani is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Encino, California. Dr. Rabbani is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Heart Murmurs, Insomnia, Arthritis, and High Cholesterol.

    Advanced in Arthritis
    Rheumatology
    Advanced in Arthritis
    Rheumatology
    16133 Ventura Boulevard, 
    Encino, CA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Raz Khavari is a Rheumatologist in Encino, California. Dr. Khavari is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. Her top areas of expertise are Gout, Juvenile Primary Osteoporosis, Facet Joint Syndrome, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Dr. Khavari is currently accepting new patients.

    Are you looking for a specific type of Arthritis?

    Common conditions include: Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA), Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis, Fungal Arthritis, Gonococcal Arthritis

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      Distinguished in Arthritis
      Distinguished in Arthritis

      Kevin J. Pelton, MD Inc.

      18840 Ventura Blvd, 
      Tarzana, CA 
       (2.6 miles away)
      Experience:
      14+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Erik Dworsky is an Orthopedics provider in Tarzana, California. Dr. Dworsky has been practicing medicine for over 14 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Bowlegs, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

      Experienced in Arthritis
      Experienced in Arthritis

      United Medical Imaging

      18065 Ventura Blvd, 
      Encino, CA 
       (1.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Nader Golian is a Radiologist in Encino, California. Dr. Golian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Nabothian Cyst, Neonatal Ovarian Cyst, Visceromegaly, and Scoliosis.

      Experienced in Arthritis
      Experienced in Arthritis
      18370 Burbank Boulevard, Suite 100, 
      Tarzana, CA 
       (2.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Carlos Guanche is an Orthopedics provider in Tarzana, California. Dr. Guanche is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Bursitis, Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Bursectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Guanche is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Arthritis
      Orthopedics
      Experienced in Arthritis
      Orthopedics
      18840 Ventura Boulevard, Suite 207, 
      Tarzana, CA 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Ersno Eromo is an Orthopedics provider in Tarzana, California. Dr. Eromo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Spondylosis, Coccydynia, Fractured Spine, and Spinal Stenosis. Dr. Eromo is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Arthritis
      Experienced in Arthritis
      18133 Ventura Boulevard, Suite 401, 
      Tarzana, CA 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Experience:
      17+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Natasha Trentacosta is an Orthopedics provider in Tarzana, California. Dr. Trentacosta has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. Her top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Bursitis, Contracture Deformity, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Trentacosta is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Arthritis
      Advanced in Arthritis

      Thomas J. Lomis MD Inc. A Professional Corp.

      15243 Vanowen St Ste 306, 
      Van Nuys, CA 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Charles Weidmann is a Rheumatologist in Van Nuys, California. Dr. Weidmann is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Arthritis, Juvenile Primary Osteoporosis, Facet Joint Syndrome, and Postmenopausal Osteoporosis.

      Distinguished in Arthritis
      Distinguished in Arthritis

      The Regents Of The University Of California

      200 Medical Plaza, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (7.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Veena Ranganath is a Rheumatologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Ranganath is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Synovitis, Arthritis, Rheumatoid Lung Disease, and Synovectomy.

      Advanced in Arthritis
      Advanced in Arthritis

      Office

      100 UCLA Medical Plz Ste 100, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (7.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Stefan Ruehm is a Radiologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Ruehm is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Arthritis, Vertigo, Pleurisy, and Tracheobronchopathia Osteoplastica.

      Arezou T. Yaghoubian
      Experienced in Arthritis
      Plastic Surgery | Hand Surgery
      Experienced in Arthritis
      Plastic Surgery | Hand Surgery
      7230 Medical Center Drive, Suite 208, 
      West Hills, CA 
       (7.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Arezou Yaghoubian is a Hand Surgeon and a Plastic Surgeon in West Hills, California. Dr. Yaghoubian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. Her top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Breast Enlargement In Males, Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS), Keloids, and Appendectomy. Dr. Yaghoubian is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Arthritis
      Distinguished in Arthritis
      8730 Alden Dr, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (9.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Daniel Wallace is a Rheumatologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Wallace is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Lupus Nephritis, Sjogren Syndrome, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).

      Advanced in Arthritis
      Rheumatology
      Advanced in Arthritis
      Rheumatology
      2336 Santa Monica Boulevard, Suite 207, 
      Santa Monica, CA 
       (9.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Orrin Troum is a Rheumatologist in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Troum is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD), Osteoporosis, and Postmenopausal Osteoporosis. Dr. Troum is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Arthritis
      Distinguished in Arthritis

      The Regents Of The University Of California

      2020 Santa Monica Blvd, Suite 210, 
      Santa Monica, CA 
       (9.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Christina Charles-Schoeman is a Rheumatologist in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Charles-Schoeman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. Her top areas of expertise are Dermatomyositis, Polymyositis, Myositis, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).

      Distinguished in Arthritis
      Distinguished in Arthritis

      Cedars-Sinai Spine Center

      444 S San Vicente Blvd Ste 800, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (9.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      David Thordarson is an Orthopedics provider in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Thordarson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Flat Feet, Tendinitis, Osteoarthritis, Synovitis, and Osteotomy.

      Distinguished in Arthritis
      Internal Medicine
      Distinguished in Arthritis
      Internal Medicine

      Office

      8700 Beverly Blvd Ste 5512, 
      West Hollywood, CA 
       (9.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Roxana Coras is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in West Hollywood, California. Dr. Coras is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. Her top areas of expertise are Arthritis, Psoriatic Arthritis, Psoriasis, and Gout.

      Experienced in Arthritis
      Orthopedics
      Experienced in Arthritis
      Orthopedics

      Shahin S. Rad. M.D. PC

      16311 Ventura Blvd Ste 1150, 
      Encino, CA 
       (0.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jonathan Blau is an Orthopedics provider in Encino, California. Dr. Blau is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement.

      Experienced in Arthritis
      Orthopedics
      Experienced in Arthritis
      Orthopedics

      Sohail Shayfer MD Inc.

      16055 Ventura Blvd Ste 444, 
      Encino, CA 
       (1.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Shawn Shayfer is an Orthopedics provider in Encino, California. Dr. Shayfer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Trigger Thumb, Tendinitis, Rhizarthrosis, Tennis Elbow, and Hip Replacement.

      Experienced in Arthritis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Arthritis
      Family Medicine

      Thrive Comprehensive Medical Group, Inc.

      18607 Ventura Blvd, 
      Tarzana, CA 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Experience:
      16+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Shiva Beroukhim is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Tarzana, California. Dr. Beroukhim has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Spider Angioma, Telangiectasia, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and Oral Herpes.

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      Last Updated: 02/22/2026

      What is the definition of Arthritis?

      Arthritis is inflammation or degeneration of one or more joints. A joint is the area where 2 bones meet. There are more than 100 different types of arthritis.

      When should I see an Arthritis doctor near Encino, 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 Arthritis doctor near Encino, 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 Arthritis doctors near Encino, 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 Arthritis doctors near Encino, 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 Arthritis doctor near Encino, 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 Arthritis doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Arthritis 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 Arthritis doctor near Encino, 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 Arthritis 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 Arthritis 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 Arthritis doctors near Encino, CA?

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

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Arthritis 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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