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    MediFind found 49 doctor with experience in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE) near San Diego, CA. Of these, 40 are Experienced, 8 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    49 providers found
      Distinguished in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      Distinguished in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)

      Regents Of The University Of California

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

      Kenneth Kalunian is a Rheumatologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Kalunian is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). His top areas of expertise are Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Lupus Nephritis, Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), Synovectomy, and Endoscopy.

      Arthur F. Kavanaugh
      Advanced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      Rheumatology | Allergy and Immunology
      Advanced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      Rheumatology | Allergy and Immunology

      Regents Of The University Of California

      4168 Front St, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (2.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Arthur Kavanaugh is a Rheumatologist and an Allergy and Immunologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Kavanaugh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). His top areas of expertise are Psoriatic Arthritis, Arthritis, Psoriasis, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).

      Henry K. Wong
      Advanced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      Dermatology
      Advanced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      Dermatology

      Regents Of The University Of California

      200 W Arbor Dr, Mc 8201, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

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

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      Christopher J. Kane
      Advanced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      Advanced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)

      Regents Of The University Of California

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

      Christopher Kane is an Urologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Kane is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). His top areas of expertise are Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), Prostatectomy, and Nephrectomy.

      Philip R. Cohen
      Advanced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      Advanced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      655 Euclid Ave Ste 401, 
      National City, CA 
       (5.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Philip Cohen is a Dermatologist in National City, California. Dr. Cohen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). His top areas of expertise are Seborrheic Keratosis, Pyogenic Granuloma, Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Tissue Biopsy, and Laminectomy.

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

      Regents Of The University Of California

      200 W Arbor Dr, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (2.7 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 Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). Her top areas of expertise are PARC Syndrome, Hypomelanosis of Ito, Cicatricial Pemphigoid, and Actinic Keratosis.

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

      Family Health Centers Of San Diego Inc

      2325 Commercial St, Suite 1400, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Charles Smoot is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Smoot is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Obesity in Children, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

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

      Charlene V Kakimoto MD Inc

      230 Prospect Pl, Suite 260, 
      Coronado, CA 
       (1.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jacqueline Brogan is a Dermatologist in Coronado, California. Dr. Brogan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). Her top areas of expertise are GAPO Syndrome, Actinic Keratosis, Warts, and Eosinophilic Pustular Folliculitis.

      Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      200 W Arbor Dr # Mc8218, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

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

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

      Medderm Corporation

      3965 5th Ave, Suite 200, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Michelle Pelle is a Dermatologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Pelle is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). Her top areas of expertise are Actinic Keratosis, Psoriasis, Neurocutaneous Melanosis, and Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevus.

      Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      501 Washington St, #508, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Raymond Press is a Rheumatologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Press 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), Gout, Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE), and Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE).

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

      Scripps Health

      501 Washington St, Suite 508, 
      San Diego, CA 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Aracely Bonilla-Navarrete is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Bonilla-Navarrete is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Familial Hypopituitarism, and Diabetic Neuropathy.

      Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)
      Internal Medicine
      1224 10th St, Suite 205, 
      Coronado, CA 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Peter Kelly is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Coronado, California. Dr. Kelly is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). His top areas of expertise are Chronic Cough, Anemia, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

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

      Regents Of The University Of California

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

      Brian Hinds is a Dermatologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Hinds is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). His top areas of expertise are Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Melanoma, Eschar, and Extramammary Paget Disease.

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

      Regents Of The University Of California

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

      Robert Dorschner is a Dermatologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Dorschner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). His top areas of expertise are Sunburn, Actinic Keratosis, Hidradenitis Suppurativa, and Melanoma.

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

      Regents Of The University Of California

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

      Soo Choi is a Rheumatologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Choi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Scleroderma, Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), and Scleroma.

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

      Regents Of The University Of California

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

      Monica Guma is a Rheumatologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Guma is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). Her top areas of expertise are Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Synovitis, and Gout.

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

      Regents Of The University Of California

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

      Jeffrey Lee is an Ophthalmologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Interstitial Keratitis, Blepharitis, and Glaucoma.

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

      Cabrillo Center For Rheumatic Disease Apc

      San Diego, CA 
       (4.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Arthur Mabaquiao is a Rheumatologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Mabaquiao 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), Microscopic Polyangiitis, Sjogren Syndrome, and Necrotizing Vasculitis.

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

      Morrison Multi-Specialties Companies Inc

      San Diego, CA 
       (4.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Mahmood Pazirandeh is a Rheumatologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Pazirandeh 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), Psoriatic Arthritis, Psoriasis, and Juvenile Primary Osteoporosis.

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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 San Diego, 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 San Diego, 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 San Diego, 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 San Diego, 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 San Diego, 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 San Diego, 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 San Diego, 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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