The 20 Best Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE) Doctors Near Me in Encinitas, CA

Find the Top Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE) Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 42 doctor with experience in Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE) near Encinitas, CA. Of these, 37 are Experienced, 3 are Advanced, 1 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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42 providers found
    Elite in Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)
    Elite in Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)

    UC San Diego Health Clinical Laboratory-La Jolla

    9350 Campus Point Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (11.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kenneth Kalunian is a Rheumatologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Kalunian is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE). His top areas of expertise are Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Lupus Nephritis, Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), Synovectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)
    Rheumatology

    Synergy Rheumatology And Wellness

    6120 Paseo Del Norte Ste C1, 
    Carlsbad, CA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Zachary Fellows is a Rheumatologist in Carlsbad, California. Dr. Fellows is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE). His top areas of expertise are Fibromyalgia, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, and Polymyalgia Rheumatica.

    Peter Lloyd
    Experienced in Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)
    Rheumatology

    Seaside Rheumatology And Wellness Center

    477 N El Camino Real Ste D304B, 
    Encinitas, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Peter Lloyd is a Rheumatologist in Encinitas, California. Dr. Lloyd is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE). His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Scleredema, Psoriasis, and Psoriatic Arthritis.

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    Experienced in Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)
    Rheumatology

    Scripps Clinic Encinitas-326 Santa Fe

    326 Santa Fe Dr, 
    Encinitas, CA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Phildrich Teh is a Rheumatologist in Encinitas, California. Dr. Teh has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE). His top areas of expertise are Psoriasis, Raynaud Phenomenon, Sjogren Syndrome, Psoriatic Arthritis, and Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI).

    Experienced in Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)
    Experienced in Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)

    West Dermatology

    Encinitas, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    36+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stacy Tompkins is a Dermatologist in Encinitas, California. Dr. Tompkins has been practicing medicine for over 36 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE). Her top areas of expertise are Sunburn, Actinic Keratosis, Warts, and Seborrheic Keratosis.

    Experienced in Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)
    Experienced in Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)

    West Dermatology

    Encinitas, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    21+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Julie Gladsjo is a Dermatologist in Encinitas, California. Dr. Gladsjo has been practicing medicine for over 21 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE). Her top areas of expertise are Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma, Sunburn, and Actinic Keratosis.

    Experienced in Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)
    Rheumatology

    Kayal Medical Group Inc.

    960 W San Marcos Blvd Ste 210, 
    San Marcos, CA 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Basma Nahlawi is a Rheumatologist in San Marcos, California. Dr. Nahlawi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE). Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), MASS Phenotype, Mixed Connective Tissue Disease, and Psoriatic Arthritis.

    Experienced in Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)
    Dermatology

    Office

    16899 W Bernardo Dr Fl 3, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (9.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Sornson is a Dermatologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Sornson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE). His top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Actinic Keratosis, Trichoepithelioma, and Multiple Familial Trichoepithelioma.

    Experienced in Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)
    Experienced in Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)

    Cleveland Clinic

    400 Craven Rd, 
    San Marcos, CA 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Marilyn Wickenheiser is a Dermatologist in San Marcos, California. Dr. Wickenheiser is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE). Her top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis, Alopecia Areata, and Hidradenitis Suppurativa.

    Experienced in Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)
    Experienced in Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)

    Scripps Center For Integrative Medicine

    10820 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Aleksandr Itkin is a Dermatologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Itkin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE). His top areas of expertise are Sunburn, Actinic Keratosis, Parapsoriasis, and Warts.

    Henry Wong
    Advanced in Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)
    Dermatology
    Advanced in Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)
    Dermatology

    Uc San Diego Health-La Jolla

    8899 University Center Ln, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (12.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Henry Wong is a Dermatologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Wong is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE). His top areas of expertise are Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma (CTCL), T-Cell Lymphoma, Sezary Syndrome, and Mycosis Fungoides.

    Advanced in Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)
    Advanced in Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)

    Uc San Diego Health-La Jolla

    8899 University Center Ln, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (12.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Taraneh Paravar is a Dermatologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Paravar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE). Her top areas of expertise are PARC Syndrome, Hypomelanosis of Ito, Cicatricial Pemphigoid, and Actinic Keratosis.

    Distinguished in Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)
    Distinguished in Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)

    Office

    9350 Campus Point Dr Ste 2C, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (12.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Arnoldas Ceponis is a Rheumatologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Ceponis is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE). His top areas of expertise are Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE), Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), and Polymyalgia Rheumatica.

    Experienced in Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)
    Rheumatology

    Scripps Clinic Carmel Valley

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

    Megan Lynch is a Rheumatologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Lynch is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE). Her top areas of expertise are Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Paget's Disease of Bone, and Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis.

    Experienced in Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)
    Family Medicine

    Sharp Rees-Stealy Downtown-Ophthalmology

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

    Pany Robinson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Robinson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE). Her top areas of expertise are Wolcott Rallison Syndrome, Purpura, Gardner-Diamond Syndrome, and Autoerythrocyte Sensitivity.

    Experienced in Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)
    Rheumatology

    Cleveland Clinic

    400 Craven Rd, 
    San Marcos, CA 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Rupal Shastri is a Rheumatologist in San Marcos, California. Dr. Shastri is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE). Her top areas of expertise are VEXAS Syndrome, Raynaud Phenomenon, Fibromyalgia, and Sjogren Syndrome.

    Experienced in Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)
    Experienced in Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)

    Cleveland Clinic

    400 Craven Rd, 
    San Marcos, CA 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephanie Tancer is a Rheumatologist in San Marcos, California. Dr. Tancer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE). Her top areas of expertise are Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), Raynaud Phenomenon, Sjogren Syndrome, and Psoriatic Arthritis.

    Experienced in Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)
    Experienced in Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)

    Office

    6195 Lusk Blvd Ste 250, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (10.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jennifer Chiang is a Dermatologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Chiang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE). Her top areas of expertise are Epidermodysplasia Verruciformis, GAPO Syndrome, Plaque Psoriasis, and Dissecting Cellulitis of the Scalp.

    Experienced in Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)
    Dermatology

    Sharp Healthcare

    10243 Genetic Center Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (11.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Elan Newman is a Dermatologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Newman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE). His top areas of expertise are Trichoepithelioma, Multiple Familial Trichoepithelioma, Sebaceous Adenoma, and Syringoma.

    Arthur Kavanaugh
    Advanced in Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)
    Internal Medicine

    UC San Diego Health Clinical Laboratory-La Jolla

    9350 Campus Point Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (11.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Arthur Kavanaugh is an Internal Medicine provider in La Jolla, California. Dr. Kavanaugh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE). His top areas of expertise are Psoriatic Arthritis, Arthritis, Psoriasis, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)?

    Cutaneous lupus erythematosus is a skin condition that usually occurs in individuals with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) but may appear before the disease becomes systemic. Systemic lupus erythematosus is an autoimmune disease in which the immune system attacks the skin, joints, kidneys, brain, and other organs. Cutaneous lupus erythematosus is categorized into three types: chronic cutaneous lupus erythematosus (CCLE), also known as discoid lupus erythematosus (DLE), subacute cutaneous lupus erythematosus (SCLE), and acute cutaneous lupus erythematosus (ACLE).

    When should I see a Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE) doctor near Encinitas, 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 a Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE) doctor near Encinitas, 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 Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE) doctors near Encinitas, 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 Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE) doctors near Encinitas, 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 a Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE) doctor near Encinitas, 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 Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE) doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE) 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 a Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE) doctor near Encinitas, 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 Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE) 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 Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE) 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 Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE) doctors near Encinitas, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE) 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 a Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE) doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE) 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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