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    MediFind found 27 doctor with experience in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE) near Bakersfield, CA. Of these, 24 are Experienced, 2 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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      Distinguished in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      Distinguished in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)

      Kern County Hospital Authority

      1111 Columbus St, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

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

      Jim C. Kim
      Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      Rheumatology
      Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      Rheumatology

      Jim C. Kim, MD Private Practice

      2203 17th St, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Jim C. Kim has been practicing in Bakersfield since 2002. As a board certified Rheumatologist and Internal Medicine physician he takes pride in diagnosing and developing a successful treatment plan for patients with autoimmune disorders and Arthritis. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). His top areas of expertise are Osteoporosis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, and Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis.

      Advanced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      Physician Assistant
      Advanced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      Physician Assistant
      2700 F St Ste 100, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Rasbinder Singh is a Physician Assistant in Bakersfield, California. Mr. Singh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). His top areas of expertise are Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE), Vitamin D Deficiency, and Vitamin B12 Deficiency.

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      Advanced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      Family Medicine

      Southern California Vascular Institute And Vein Center, Inc

      2700 F St, Suite 103, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Ajitpal Tiwana is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Tiwana is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). His top areas of expertise are Neuralgia, Mitral Valve Prolapse, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Subacute Combined Degeneration.

      Jeffrey J. Crowley
      Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)

      Jeffrey J. Crowley, M.D., Inc.

      5101 Commerce Dr, Ste 101, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      We are dedicated to providing the best care possible for your skin. We specialize in treating and preventing skin cancer. Additionally, we maintain a busy clinical trial program focusing on psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, and hidradenitis suppurativa. Dr. Crowley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). His top areas of expertise are Plaque Psoriasis, Psoriasis, Actinic Keratosis, and Seborrheic Keratosis.

      Hormuz Irani
      Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      General Surgery

      Hormuz Irani M.D., Inc.

      8311 Brimhall Rd, Ste 1901, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (4.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Specializing in Weight Loss surgeryDelivering compassionate surgical care with state-of-the-art technology. Dr. Irani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

      Jeffrey K. Bacon
      Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)

      Rheumatology Services Medical Group

      8329 Brimhall Rd, Ste 801, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (4.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      I work in partnership with patients, offering high-quality, individualized care with compassion. Dr. Bacon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, and Psoriatic Arthritis.

      Carlos A. Alvarez
      Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      Internal Medicine

      Carlos A. Alvarez, MD Private Practice

      5400 Aldrin Ct, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (4.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      I believe the best care can be achieved only when patients understand their conditions properly and are fully satisfied with the care they receive. Through effective education, patients are empowered to partner in their care and achieve their health priorities. Dr. Alvarez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). His top areas of expertise are Hypertensive Heart Disease, Enlarged Liver, Pediatric Myocarditis, Peptic Ulcer, and Hernia Surgery.

      Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      Internal Medicine

      Jasleen K. Tiwana, MD Private Practice

      2700 S St, Ste 100, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Jasleen Tiwana is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Tiwana is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). Her top areas of expertise are Mitral Valve Prolapse, Acquired Tracheomalacia, Tracheobronchomalacia, and Neuralgia.

      Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      Nurse Practitioner | Physician Assistant
      Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      Nurse Practitioner | Physician Assistant

      Pinnacle Primary Care Inc

      1520 Brundage Ln, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Eural Gordon is a Nurse Practitioner specialist and a Physician Assistant in Bakersfield, California. Mr. Gordon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). His top areas of expertise are Vitamin B12 Deficiency, Vitamin D Deficiency, Byssinosis, and Peroxisomal Acyl-CoA Oxidase Deficiency.

      Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      Rheumatology
      Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      Rheumatology

      Southern California Permanente Medical Group

      3733 San Dimas St, Suite 101, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (1.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Kyaw Swe is a Rheumatologist in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Swe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). His top areas of expertise are Fibromyalgia, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Reactive Arthritis, and Psoriatic Arthritis.

      Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      Ophthalmology
      Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      Ophthalmology

      Golden State Eye Medical Group, Inc.

      2000 Physicians Blvd, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (1.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Paul Nazemi is an Ophthalmologist in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Nazemi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). His top areas of expertise are Ptosis, Eyelid Drooping, Glaucoma, and Hereditary Keratitis.

      Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      Physician Assistant
      Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      Physician Assistant
      5101 Commerce Dr, Suite 101, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Rosie Holiwell is a Physician Assistant in Bakersfield, California. Ms. Holiwell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). Her top areas of expertise are Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE), Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, and Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH).

      Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)

      Jeffrey J. Crowley, M.D., Inc.

      5101 Commerce Dr, Ste 101, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Shanna Treanor is a Dermatologist in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Treanor is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). Her top areas of expertise are Plaque Psoriasis, Telangiectasia, Spider Angioma, and Actinic Keratosis.

      Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)

      Jeffrey J. Crowley M.D. Inc.

      5101 Commerce Dr Ste 101, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Kristin Totoraitis is a Dermatologist in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Totoraitis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). Her top areas of expertise are Spider Angioma, Telangiectasia, Actinic Keratosis, and Warts.

      Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)

      Discovery Plaza Medical And Administrative Offices

      1200 Discovery Plaza, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Maria Bonilla is a Dermatologist in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Bonilla is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). Her top areas of expertise are Acne, Hidradenitis Suppurativa, Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis, and Alopecia Areata. Dr. Bonilla is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      Rheumatology
      Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      Rheumatology

      Kern County Hospital Authority

      1700 Mount Vernon Ave, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (2.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Bao Huynh is a Rheumatologist in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Huynh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). Her top areas of expertise are MASS Phenotype, Mixed Connective Tissue Disease, Tenosynovitis, and Scleredema.

      Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      Nurse Practitioner
      Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      Nurse Practitioner

      Sumeet Bhinder M.D. Inc

      6001 Truxtun Ave, Ste A160, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (3.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Adrianne Tolliver is a Nurse Practitioner in Bakersfield, California. Ms. Tolliver is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). Her top areas of expertise are Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Plantar Fasciitis, Muscle Spasms, and Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE).

      Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      Family Medicine

      Mansukh Ghadiya, M.D., Inc.

      2201 Mt Vernon Ave, Ste 211A, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (3.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Mansukh Ghadiya is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Ghadiya is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). His top areas of expertise are Delirium, Exogenous Cushing's syndrome, Cushing's syndrome due to Adrenal Tumor, and Cushing's syndrome.

      Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      Physician Assistant
      Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      Physician Assistant

      Comprehensive Blood & Cancer Center

      6501 Truxtun Ave, 
      Bakersfield, CA 
       (3.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Annaliese Prusse is a Physician Assistant in Bakersfield, California. Ms. Prusse is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). Her top areas of expertise are Plaque Psoriasis, Folliculitis, Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE), and Epidural Lipomatosis.

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      Last Updated: 01/09/2026

      What is the definition of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)?

      Discoid lupus erythematosus is a type of cutaneous lupus erythematosus, or inflammatory skin disorder, that causes circular skin lesions on the scalp or face.

      When should I see a Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE) doctor near Bakersfield, 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 Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE) doctor near Bakersfield, 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 Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE) doctors near Bakersfield, 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 Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE) doctors near Bakersfield, 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 Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE) doctor near Bakersfield, 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 Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE) doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE) 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 Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE) doctor near Bakersfield, 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 Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE) 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 Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE) 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 Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE) doctors near Bakersfield, CA?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE) 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 Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE) doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE) 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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