The 20 Best Dermatomyositis Doctors Near Me in Walnut Creek, CA

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The 20 Best Dermatomyositis Doctors near Walnut Creek, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 27 doctor with experience in Dermatomyositis near Walnut Creek, CA. Of these, 24 are Experienced, 2 are Advanced and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Dermatomyositis
    Pediatric Rheumatology
    Elite in Dermatomyositis
    Pediatric Rheumatology

    Childrens Hospital Medical Center Ambulatory Care Pharmacy

    744 52nd St, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (12.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jessica Neely is a Pediatric Rheumatologist in Oakland, California. Dr. Neely is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dermatomyositis. Her top areas of expertise are Juvenile Dermatomyositis, Dermatomyositis, Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP), and Arthritis.

    Advanced in Dermatomyositis
    Rheumatology
    Advanced in Dermatomyositis
    Rheumatology

    John Muir Physician Network

    1450 Treat Blvd, Suite 200, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino
    Offers Telehealth

    Raul Romea is a Rheumatologist in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Romea is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dermatomyositis. His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, and Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD).

    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Rheumatology

    Arthritis And Rheumatology Medical Associates Inc

    120 La Casa Via, Suite 204, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Punjabi, Swahili
    Offers Telehealth

    Rashmi Dixit is a Rheumatologist in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Dixit is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dermatomyositis. Her top areas of expertise are Fibromyalgia, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Chondrocalcinosis 2, and Raynaud Phenomenon.

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    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Rheumatology

    Arthritis And Rheumatology Medical Associates Inc

    120 La Casa Via, Suite 204, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino, Mandarin, Portuguese, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    David Wu is a Rheumatologist in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Wu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dermatomyositis. His top areas of expertise are Psoriatic Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriasis, and Scleroderma.

    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Rheumatology

    Arthritis And Rheumatology Medical Associates Inc

    120 La Casa Via, Suite 204, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Atul Agrawal is a Rheumatologist in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Agrawal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dermatomyositis. His top areas of expertise are Fibromyalgia, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).

    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Experienced in Dermatomyositis

    Arthritis And Rheumatology Medical Associates Inc

    120 La Casa Via, Suite 204, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Zuzana Foster is a Rheumatologist in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Foster is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dermatomyositis. Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Fibromyalgia, Mixed Connective Tissue Disease, and MASS Phenotype.

    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Internal Medicine

    Kidney Transplant At Walnut Creek

    1450 Treat Blvd, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Anna Khananian is an Internal Medicine provider in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Khananian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dermatomyositis. Her top areas of expertise are Juvenile Temporal Arteritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Raynaud Phenomenon, and Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis.

    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Experienced in Dermatomyositis

    John Muir Physician Network

    1450 Treat Blvd, Suite 200, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Offers Telehealth

    Vandana Sharma is a Rheumatologist in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Sharma is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dermatomyositis. Her top areas of expertise are Fibromyalgia, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Polymyalgia Rheumatica, and Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis.

    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Experienced in Dermatomyositis

    John Muir Physician Network

    1450 Treat Blvd, Suite 200, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Midori Nishio is a Rheumatologist in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Nishio has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dermatomyositis. Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriasis, Psoriatic Arthritis, and Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis.

    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Internal Medicine

    Kidney Transplant At Walnut Creek

    1450 Treat Blvd, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Talia Gracer is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Gracer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dermatomyositis. Her top areas of expertise are Eosinophilic Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis (EGPA, Churg-Strauss Syndrome), Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, and Familial Hypertension.

    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Rheumatology

    Arthritis And Rheumatology Medical Associates Inc.

    120 La Casa Via Ste 204, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Anthony Padula is a Rheumatologist in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Padula is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dermatomyositis. His top areas of expertise are Mixed Connective Tissue Disease, MASS Phenotype, Psoriatic Arthritis, and Fibromyalgia.

    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Rheumatology

    Arthritis And Rheumatology Medical Associates Inc.

    120 La Casa Via Ste 204, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Saba Ziaee is a Rheumatologist in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Ziaee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dermatomyositis. Her top areas of expertise are Raynaud Phenomenon, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Scleredema, and Fibromyalgia.

    Felicia (. Yang
    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Rheumatology

    Regent Street Care Center

    2999 Regent Street, Suite 301, 
    Berkeley, CA 
     (11.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Felicia Yang is a Rheumatologist in Berkeley, California. Dr. Yang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dermatomyositis. Her top areas of expertise are Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis, Gout, Chondrocalcinosis 2, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Dr. Yang is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Rheumatology

    Contra Costa Regional Medical Center

    2500 Alhambra Ave, 
    Martinez, CA 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Stone is a Rheumatologist in Martinez, California. Dr. Stone is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dermatomyositis. His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriatic Arthritis, Rheumatoid Vasculitis, and Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis.

    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Family Medicine

    Contra Costa Regional Medical Center

    2500 Alhambra Ave, 
    Martinez, CA 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Katharine Goheen is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Martinez, California. Dr. Goheen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dermatomyositis. Her top areas of expertise are Hepatitis C, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Hepatitis, and Chorea.

    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Family Medicine

    Contra Costa Regional Medical Center

    2500 Alhambra Ave, 
    Martinez, CA 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jane Mccormick is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Martinez, California. Dr. Mccormick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dermatomyositis. Her top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Gastric Lymphoma, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, and Breast Cancer.

    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Internal Medicine

    Sutter Regent Street Care Center

    2999 Regent St Ste 301, 
    Berkeley, CA 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brian Kaye is an Internal Medicine provider in Berkeley, California. Dr. Kaye is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dermatomyositis. His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Polymyalgia Rheumatica, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, and Gout.

    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Dermatology

    Berkeley Outpatient Center

    3100 San Pablo Ave, 
    Berkeley, CA 
     (12.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Erin Amerson is a Dermatologist in Berkeley, California. Dr. Amerson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dermatomyositis. Her top areas of expertise are Hidradenitis Suppurativa, Psoriasis, Lichen Planus, and Bullous Pemphigoid.

    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Dermatology

    Stanford Health Care

    5800 Hollis St, 
    Emeryville, CA 
     (13.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Chelsea Ma is a Dermatologist in Emeryville, California. Dr. Ma is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dermatomyositis. Her top areas of expertise are Perniosis, Melanoma, Lichen Simplex Chronicus, and Actinic Keratosis.

    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Dermatomyositis
    Dermatology

    Office

    5800 Hollis St Fl 4, 
    Emeryville, CA 
     (13.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Maria Aleshin is a Dermatologist in Emeryville, California. Dr. Aleshin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dermatomyositis. Her top areas of expertise are Hidradenitis Suppurativa, DRESS Syndrome, Erythema Multiforme, and Pyoderma Gangrenosum.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Dermatomyositis?

    Dermatomyositis is a disease that involves muscle inflammation and a skin rash. Polymyositis is a similar inflammatory condition that also involves muscle weakness, swelling, tenderness, and tissue damage but no skin rash. Both are part of a larger group of diseases called myopathies, more specifically inflammatory myopathies.

    When should I see a Dermatomyositis doctor near Walnut Creek, 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 Dermatomyositis doctor near Walnut Creek, 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 Dermatomyositis doctors near Walnut Creek, 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 Dermatomyositis doctors near Walnut Creek, 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 Dermatomyositis doctor near Walnut Creek, 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 Dermatomyositis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Dermatomyositis 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 Dermatomyositis doctor near Walnut Creek, 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 Dermatomyositis 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 Dermatomyositis 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 Dermatomyositis doctors near Walnut Creek, CA?

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

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