The 20 Best Gout Doctors Near Me in ladera ranch, CA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 134 doctor with experience in Gout near ladera ranch, CA. Of these, 128 are Experienced and 6 are Advanced.

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134 providers found
    Advanced in Gout
    Rheumatology
    Advanced in Gout
    Rheumatology
    Referral required
    26732 Crown Valley Parkway, Suite 151, 
    Mission Viejo, CA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    David Kovacs is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Kovacs is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gout. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Vasculitis, Ankylosing Spondylitis, Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA), and Rheumatoid Pneumoconiosis. Dr. Kovacs is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gout
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Gout
    Rheumatology
    Referral may be required

    UCI Health - Laguna Hills Multispecialty

    Laguna Hills, CA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Alan Schenk is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Laguna Hills, California. Dr. Schenk is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gout. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Sjogren Syndrome. Dr. Schenk is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Rheumatology and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine. Dr. Schenk is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gout
    Experienced in Gout

    Optum - Ladera Ranch

    800 Corporate Dr, 
    Ladera Ranch, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mitchell Wainwright is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Ladera Ranch, California. Dr. Wainwright is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gout. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Papular Urticaria, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), COVID-19, and Empyema. Dr. Wainwright is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Gout
    Experienced in Gout
    Referral required
    26732 Crown Valley Parkway, Suite 151, 
    Mission Viejo, CA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Hernan Castro-Rueda is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Castro-Rueda is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gout. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Vasculitis, Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis, Ankylosing Spondylitis, and Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA). Dr. Castro-Rueda is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gout
    Experienced in Gout
    Referral may be required
    26732 Crown Valley Parkway, Suite 151, 
    Mission Viejo, CA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jaya Philipose is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Philipose is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gout. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Psoriasis, Psoriatic Arthritis, Fibromyalgia, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Dr. Philipose is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gout
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Gout
    Family Medicine

    Optum - Mission Viejo

    26991 Crown Valley Pkwy, 
    Mission Viejo, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ronald Richmond is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Richmond is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gout. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Sciatica, Insomnia, and Hypertension. Dr. Richmond is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Richmond is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gout
    Experienced in Gout
    Referral may be required

    Optum - Mission Viejo

    26991 Crown Valley Pkwy, 
    Mission Viejo, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Fatemeh Farshami is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Mission Viejo, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Farshami is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gout. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Fibromyalgia, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, and Osteoporosis. Dr. Farshami is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Farshami is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gout
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Gout
    Family Medicine

    Optum - Mission Viejo

    26991 Crown Valley Pkwy, 
    Mission Viejo, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Stefanie Fightlin is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Fightlin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gout. Her clinical expertise encompasses Insomnia, Vertigo, High Cholesterol, and Cirrhosis. Dr. Fightlin is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Fightlin is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gout
    Experienced in Gout
    Referral may be required
    25411 Cabot Road, Suite 109, 
    Laguna Hills, CA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Gayle Kookootsedes is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Laguna Hills, California. Dr. Kookootsedes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gout. She is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Fibromyalgia, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriatic Arthritis, and Raynaud Phenomenon. Dr. Kookootsedes is board certified in American Board Of Rheumatology. Dr. Kookootsedes is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gout
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Gout
    Internal Medicine

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    Laguna Niguel, CA 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Bassam Bilal is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Laguna Niguel, California. Dr. Bilal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gout. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), High Cholesterol, Osteomyelitis in Children, and Hypertension. Dr. Bilal is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gout
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Gout
    Family Medicine

    Optum - San Juan Capistrano

    San Juan Capistrano, CA 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Lothar Mcmillian is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in San Juan Capistrano, California. Dr. Mcmillian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gout. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypothyroidism, and Hypertension. Dr. Mcmillian is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Mcmillian is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gout
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Gout
    Rheumatology
    Referral required

    Chay Bae, DO

    26538 Moulton Pkwy Ste 38E, 
    Laguna Hills, CA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Chay Bae is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Laguna Hills, California. Dr. Bae is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gout. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Raynaud Phenomenon, Fibromyalgia, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis. Dr. Bae is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gout
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Gout
    Family Medicine

    Celebrating Life Community Health Center

    27800 Medical Ctr Rd, Suite 110, 
    Mission Viejo, CA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Sarah Lopez is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Lopez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gout. Her clinical expertise encompasses Acute Intermittent Porphyria, Obesity in Children, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Lopez is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine.

    Experienced in Gout
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Gout
    Internal Medicine

    Optum California-Hoag Clinic

    26800 Crown Valley Pkwy, 
    Mission Viejo, CA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Donald Pratt is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Pratt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gout. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Experienced in Gout
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Gout
    Internal Medicine
    26800 Crown Valley Parkway, Suite 315, 
    Mission Viejo, CA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Chad Wadell is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Wadell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gout. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Wadell is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gout
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Gout
    Internal Medicine
    26800 Crown Valley Parkway, Suite 540, 
    Mission Viejo, CA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nader Noorian is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Noorian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gout. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Folate Deficiency, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, and Infant Hyperglycemia. Dr. Noorian is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gout
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Gout
    Internal Medicine
    26800 Crown Valley Parkway, Suite 315, 
    Mission Viejo, CA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Eric Benner is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Benner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gout. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Insomnia.

    Experienced in Gout
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Gout
    Internal Medicine
    26800 Crown Valley Parkway, Suite 305, 
    Mission Viejo, CA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrew Truong is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Truong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gout. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

    Experienced in Gout
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Gout
    Family Medicine

    Optum - Mission Viejo

    26991 Crown Valley Pkwy, 
    Mission Viejo, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Camellia Shoapour is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Shoapour is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gout. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Bronchitis, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), High Cholesterol, and Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C). Dr. Shoapour is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine.

    Experienced in Gout
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Gout
    Family Medicine

    Karl Gebhard MD A Professional Corporation

    26922 Oso Pkwy, 
    Mission Viejo, CA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Karl Gebhard is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Gebhard is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gout. His clinical expertise encompasses Genital Warts, High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Gebhard is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Gout?

    Gout is a type of arthritis. It occurs when uric acid builds up in the blood and causes inflammation in the joints.

    Acute gout is a painful condition that often affects only one joint. Chronic gout is the repeated episodes of pain and inflammation. More than one joint may be affected.

    When should I see a Gout doctor near ladera ranch, 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 Gout doctor near ladera ranch, 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 Gout doctors near ladera ranch, 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 Gout doctors near ladera ranch, 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 Gout doctor near ladera ranch, 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 Gout doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Gout 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 Gout doctor near ladera ranch, 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 Gout 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 Gout 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 Gout doctors near ladera ranch, CA?

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

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