The 20 Best Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE) Doctors Near Me in La Jolla, CA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 34 doctor with experience in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE) near La Jolla, CA. Of these, 27 are Experienced, 5 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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

    Office

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

    Arnoldas Ceponis is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Ceponis is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE), Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), and Polymyalgia Rheumatica.

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

    UC San Diego Health Clinical Laboratory-La Jolla

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

    Kenneth Kalunian is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Kalunian is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Lupus Nephritis, Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), Synovectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
    Dermatology
    Advanced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
    Dermatology
    8899 University Center Ln, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Henry Wong is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Wong is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). He is also highly rated in 117 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma (CTCL), T-Cell Lymphoma, Sezary Syndrome, and Mycosis Fungoides.

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

    UC San Diego Health Clinical Laboratory-La Jolla

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

    Arthur Kavanaugh is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Kavanaugh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Psoriatic Arthritis, Arthritis, Psoriasis, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).

    Advanced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
    Advanced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
    8899 University Center Ln # 350, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Taraneh Paravar is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Paravar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). She is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses PARC Syndrome, Hypomelanosis of Ito, Cicatricial Pemphigoid, and Actinic Keratosis.

    Advanced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
    Dermatology | Pediatrics
    Advanced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
    Dermatology | Pediatrics
    5222 Balboa Ave Fl 5, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nicholas Celano is a Dermatologist and a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Celano is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). He is also highly rated in 49 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Psoriasis, Plaque Psoriasis, Comedones, and Epidermodysplasia Verruciformis.

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

    UC San Diego Student Health SVC Pharmacy

    9500 Gilman Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Monica Guma is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Guma is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Synovitis, and Gout.

    Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
    Dermatology
    8899 University Center Ln # 350, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brian Hinds is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Hinds is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). He is also highly rated in 41 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Melanoma, Eschar, and Extramammary Paget Disease.

    Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
    Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
    8899 University Center Ln # 350, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Dorschner is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Dorschner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sunburn, Actinic Keratosis, Hidradenitis Suppurativa, and Melanoma.

    Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
    Dermatology
    8899 University Center Ln, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Timothy Dang is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Dang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sunburn, Melanoma, Actinic Keratosis, and Universal Acquired Melanosis.

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

    Regents Of The University Of UC

    9415 Campus Point Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Lee is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Interstitial Keratitis, Blepharitis, and Glaucoma.

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

    Office

    4520 Executive Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Soo Choi is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Choi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Scleroderma, Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), and Scleroma.

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

    Scripps Green Hospital

    10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Richard Keating is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Keating is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Arthritis, Rheumatoid Lung Disease, and Rheumatoid Pneumoconiosis.

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

    CSSD II A Medical Group Inc

    3860 Calle Fortunada Ste 210, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (8.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Lam is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Lam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cutis Marmorata Telangiectatica Congenita, Gianotti-Crosti Syndrome, Erythema Nodosum, Ringworm, and Tissue Biopsy.

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

    Office

    5717 Pacific Center Blvd Ste 200, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (6.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rebecca Prakash is a Nurse Practitioner practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Ms. Prakash is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). Her clinical expertise encompasses Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE).

    Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
    Dermatology
    9339 Genesee Ave # 350, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (6.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brook Brouha is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Brouha is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). He is also highly rated in 80 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Alopecia Areata, Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis, Liver Spots, and Universal Acquired Melanosis.

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

    Scripps Clinic Carmel Valley

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

    Megan Lynch is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Lynch is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Paget's Disease of Bone, and Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis.

    Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
    Dermatology
    7695 Cardinal Ct # 200, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (8.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Walter Nahm is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Nahm is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). He is also highly rated in 50 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Actinic Keratosis, Rosacea, Eschar, and Necrotizing Granuloma.

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

    UC San Diego

    200 W Arbor Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kevin Yang is a Psychiatrist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Yang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). His clinical expertise encompasses Generalized Pustular Psoriasis (GPP), Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE), Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Plaque Psoriasis, and Ureteral Reconstruction.

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

    John W. Fox M. D. And Carla G. Fox M. D. Inc.

    501 Washington St Ste 508, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Raymond Press is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Press is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Gout, Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE), and Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE).

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    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 La Jolla, 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 La Jolla, 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 La Jolla, 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 La Jolla, 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 La Jolla, 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 La Jolla, 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 La Jolla, 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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