The 20 Best Dementia Doctors Near Me in El Cajon, CA

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The 20 Best Dementia Doctors near El Cajon, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 152 doctor with experience in Dementia near El Cajon, CA. Of these, 136 are Experienced, 13 are Advanced, 2 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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152 providers found
    Elite in Dementia
    Rheumatology
    Elite in Dementia
    Rheumatology

    Office

    200 W Arbor Dr # 949, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (12.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Paul Aisen is a Rheumatologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Aisen is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Developmental Dysphasia Familial, and Memory Loss. Dr. Aisen is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Dementia
    Psychiatry | Geriatrics
    Advanced in Dementia
    Psychiatry | Geriatrics

    Del Sur Healthcare

    436 S Magnolia Ave, Suite 101, 
    El Cajon, CA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jason Keri is a Psychiatrist and a Geriatrics provider in El Cajon, California. Dr. Keri is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Dementia, Major Depression, Schizophrenia, and Schizoaffective Disorder.

    Advanced in Dementia
    Advanced in Dementia
    8851 Center Dr, Suite 608, 
    La Mesa, CA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amirhassan Bahreman is a Neurologist in La Mesa, California. Dr. Bahreman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Infantile Axonal Neuropathy, Congenital Insensitivity to Pain with Anhidrosis, Hereditary Sensory and Autonomic Neuropathy Type 2, and Neuralgia.

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    Nita Paintal
    Experienced in Dementia
    Psychiatry
    Experienced in Dementia
    Psychiatry

    Mindpath Health Psychiatrists & Therapists - La Mesa

    4700 Spring St, Ste 220, 
    La Mesa, CA 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nita Paintal is a Psychiatrist in La Mesa, California. Dr. Paintal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. Her top areas of expertise are Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Major Depression, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), and Bipolar Disorder (BPD). Dr. Paintal is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Experienced in Dementia

    Del Sur Healthcare

    436 S Magnolia Ave, Suite 101, 
    El Cajon, CA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sirpa Tavakoli is a Psychiatrist in El Cajon, California. Dr. Tavakoli is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. Her top areas of expertise are Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective Disorder, Alzheimer's Disease, and Major Depression.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Dementia
    Family Medicine

    El Cajon Family Health Center

    525 E Main St, 
    El Cajon, CA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christopher Gordon is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in El Cajon, California. Dr. Gordon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Obesity, High Cholesterol, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine

    East County Family Health Center Inc

    330 S Magnolia Ave Ste 101, 
    El Cajon, CA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ahmed Al Shawwaf is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in El Cajon, California. Dr. Al Shawwaf is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Peptic Ulcer, Acute Kidney Failure, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine

    San Diego Critical Care Medical Group Inc.

    2732 Navajo Rd Ste 202-A, 
    El Cajon, CA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rabee Paul is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in El Cajon, California. Dr. Paul is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Endoscopy, and Vertebroplasty.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Experienced in Dementia

    Neighborhood Healthcare

    855 E Madison Ave, 
    El Cajon, CA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gabriel Rodarte is a Psychiatrist in El Cajon, California. Dr. Rodarte is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Schizophrenia, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Bipolar Disorder (BPD), and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).

    Experienced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine

    Jimi O. Benson, M.D., Inc.

    1351 Broadway, 
    El Cajon, CA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jimi Benson is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in El Cajon, California. Dr. Benson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Schizoaffective Disorder, Sepsis, Renovascular Hypertension, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine

    Grossmont Hospital Corporation

    5555 Grossmont Center Dr, 
    La Mesa, CA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ahmad Kabakibi is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in La Mesa, California. Dr. Kabakibi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Heart Attack, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Sepsis, Endoscopy, and Ureteroscopy.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine

    Grossmont Hospital Corporation

    5555 Grossmont Center Dr, 
    La Mesa, CA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amir Fahid is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in La Mesa, California. Dr. Fahid is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Peptic Ulcer, Pneumonia, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine

    Grossmont Hospital Corporation

    5555 Grossmont Center Dr, 
    La Mesa, CA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Afsaneh Nourin is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in La Mesa, California. Dr. Nourin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Endoscopy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Experienced in Dementia
    5555 Grossmont Center Dr, 
    La Mesa, CA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stephen Kaiser is a Psychiatrist in La Mesa, California. Dr. Kaiser is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Schizoaffective Disorder, Schizophrenia, Major Depression, and Bipolar Disorder (BPD).

    Experienced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine

    Grossmont Hospital Corporation

    5555 Grossmont Center Dr, 
    La Mesa, CA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Leila Bolandgray is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in La Mesa, California. Dr. Bolandgray is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. Her top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Sepsis, Liver Failure, Endoscopy, and Cardiac Ablation.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine

    Grossmont Hospital Corporation

    5555 Grossmont Center Dr, 
    La Mesa, CA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rafid Arabo is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in La Mesa, California. Dr. Arabo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Sepsis, Peptic Ulcer, Ureteroscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine

    Grossmont Hospital Corporation

    5555 Grossmont Center Dr, 
    La Mesa, CA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Elion Brace is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in La Mesa, California. Dr. Brace is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Pneumonia, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Dementia
    Neurosurgery

    Er-Kai Gao MD Inc.

    8851 Center Dr Ste 603, 
    La Mesa, CA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Er-kai Gao is a Neurosurgery provider in La Mesa, California. Dr. Gao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Benign Rolandic Epilepsy, Memory Loss, Common Peroneal Nerve Dysfunction, and Seizures.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Neurology
    Experienced in Dementia
    Neurology

    Er-Kai Gao MD Inc.

    8851 Center Dr Ste 603, 
    La Mesa, CA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Yu Cheng is a Neurologist in La Mesa, California. Dr. Cheng is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Memory Loss, Seizures, and Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Experienced in Dementia

    Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group Inc

    5525 Grossmont Center Dr, 
    La Mesa, CA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeremy Hogan is a Neurologist in La Mesa, California. Dr. Hogan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy, Cerebellar Degeneration, Hepatocerebral Degeneration, and Migraine.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Dementia?

    Dementia is a loss of brain function that occurs with certain diseases. It affects one or more brain functions such as memory, thinking, language, judgment, or behavior. Dementia may also be referred to as major neurocognitive disorder.

    When should I see a Dementia doctor near El Cajon, 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 Dementia doctor near El Cajon, 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 Dementia doctors near El Cajon, 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 Dementia doctors near El Cajon, 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 Dementia doctor near El Cajon, 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 Dementia doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Dementia 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 Dementia doctor near El Cajon, 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 Dementia 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 Dementia 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 Dementia doctors near El Cajon, CA?

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

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