The 20 Best Infectious Arthritis Doctors Near Me in cerritos, CA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 126 doctor with experience in Infectious Arthritis near cerritos, CA. Of these, 121 are Experienced and 5 are Advanced.

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126 providers found
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Internal Medicine

    Martin R Zapata Do Inc

    11865 Firestone Blvd, 
    Norwalk, CA 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Martin Zapata is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Norwalk, California. Dr. Zapata is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Fecal Impaction, Sepsis, Acute Kidney Failure, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Zapata is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Zapata is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Referral may be required

    California Orthopedic Institute

    12659 166th St, 
    Cerritos, CA 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Darryl Willoughby is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Cerritos, California. Dr. Willoughby is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Achilles Tendon Rupture, Foot Drop, and Infectious Arthritis. Dr. Willoughby is board certified in American Board Orthopaedic Surgery and Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Willoughby is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis

    Cynthia L Miller-Dobalian MD A Medical Corporation

    3816 Woodruff Ave, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Cynthia Miller-Dobalian is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Long Beach, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Miller-Dobalian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Peptic Ulcer, Epilepsy, Memory Loss, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Miller-Dobalian is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Infectious Arthritis
    Orthopedics
    Advanced in Infectious Arthritis
    Orthopedics
    Referral may be required

    Beach Orthopaedic Specialty Institute

    3851 Katella Ave Ste 202, 
    Los Alamitos, CA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Armin Arshi is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Los Alamitos, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Arshi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Infectious Arthritis, Septic Arthritis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Arshi is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Montes Medical Group

    13820 San Antonio Dr, 
    Norwalk, CA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Juan Montes is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine in Norwalk, California. Dr. Montes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 85 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteomyelitis in Children, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Family Medicine

    Uci Health-Los Alamitos

    3751 Katella Ave, 
    Los Alamitos, CA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jose De Souza Jr is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Los Alamitos, California. Dr. De Souza Jr is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. His clinical expertise encompasses Infectious Arthritis, Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL), Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and High Cholesterol.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Internal Medicine

    Uci Health-Los Alamitos

    3751 Katella Ave, 
    Los Alamitos, CA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Houman Danesh is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Los Alamitos, California. Dr. Danesh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. His clinical expertise encompasses Congenital Antithrombin 3 Deficiency, Protein S Deficiency, Hereditary Resistance to Anti-Vitamin K, and Protein C Deficiency.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Referral may be required

    Beach Orthopaedic Specialty Institute

    3851 Katella Ave, 
    Los Alamitos, CA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Raymond Klug is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Los Alamitos, California. Dr. Klug is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Bowlegs, Frozen Shoulder, Tendinitis, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Klug is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Internal Medicine

    Krishan S. Krishna, MD

    3356 W Ball Rd, 
    Anaheim, CA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Krishan Krishna is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Anaheim, California. Dr. Krishna is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. His clinical expertise encompasses Infectious Arthritis, Peripheral Artery Disease, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Lung Metastases. Dr. Krishna is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Infectious Disease
    Referral may be required

    James R. Ziegenbein MD

    3700 South St, 
    Lakewood, CA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Ziegenbein is an Infectious Disease provider practicing medicine in Lakewood, California. Dr. Ziegenbein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. His clinical expertise encompasses Lymphangitis, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), COVID-19, and Necrotizing Fasciitis. Dr. Ziegenbein is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Internal Medicine

    Kaiser Permanente Downey Medical Center

    9333 Imperial Highway, 
    Downey, CA 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Aydin Lathari is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Downey, California. Dr. Lathari is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Atypical Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Colonoscopy, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Lathari is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Internal Medicine

    Vannarith So, MD Private Practice

    1777 N Bellflower Blvd, Ste 101, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (6.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Vannarith So is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Long Beach, California. Dr. So is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 37 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Stroke, Necrosis, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. So is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Advanced in Infectious Arthritis
    Infectious Disease
    Advanced in Infectious Arthritis
    Infectious Disease
    Referral may be required

    PIH Health Whittier Hospital

    12401 Washington Blvd, 
    Whittier, CA 
     (7.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Mccarthy is an Infectious Disease provider practicing medicine in Whittier, California. Dr. Mccarthy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Infective Endocarditis, Strep Throat, and Osteomyelitis.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Referral may be required

    Christopher Hoshino, MD, Inc

    2865 Atlantic Ave, Ste 221, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Christopher Hoshino is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Long Beach, California. Dr. Hoshino is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Infectious Arthritis, Osteonecrosis, Caffey Disease, Hip Replacement, and Leg or Foot Amputation. Dr. Hoshino is board certified in American Board Orthopaedic Surgery and Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Hoshino is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Internal Medicine

    Visal Nga, DO Private Practice

    1050 Linden Ave, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Visal Nga is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Long Beach, California. Dr. Nga is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Heart Attack, Stroke, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Nga is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Infectious Disease
    Referral may be required
    1043 Elm Avenue, Suite 301, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Stefan Schneider is an Infectious Disease provider practicing medicine in Long Beach, California. Dr. Schneider is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, HIV/AIDS, Myelitis, and AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome. Dr. Schneider is board certified in Internal Medicine (Sub: Infectious Disease) and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Schneider is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Referral may be required

    Long Beach - Lakewood Orthopedic Institute

    5750 Downey Ave, 
    Lakewood, CA 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Andrew Wassef is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Lakewood, California. Dr. Wassef is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Osteonecrosis, Tendinitis, Hip Resurfacing, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Wassef is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Wassef is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Infectious Disease
    Referral may be required

    Kaiser Permanente Orchard Medical Offices

    9449 E Imperial Hwy, 
    Downey, CA 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Laurie Chu is an Infectious Disease provider practicing medicine in Downey, California. Dr. Chu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cryptococcosis, Coccidioidomycosis, Myelitis, and HIV/AIDS. Dr. Chu is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Referral may be required

    Kaiser Permanente Garden Medical Offices

    9353 Imperial Hwy, 
    Downey, CA 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    James Ushiba is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Downey, California. Dr. Ushiba is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. His clinical expertise encompasses Ganglion Cyst, Tendinitis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Bursitis, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Ushiba is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Experienced in Infectious Arthritis
    Referral may be required

    Kaiser Permanente Downey Medical Center

    9333 Imperial Hwy, 
    Downey, CA 
     (5.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Corey Lieber is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Downey, California. Dr. Lieber is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infectious Arthritis. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Infectious Arthritis and Hip Replacement.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Infectious Arthritis?

    Infectious arthritis is joint pain, soreness, stiffness and swelling caused by a bacterial, viral, or fungal infection that spreads from another part of the body. Depending on the type of infection, one or more joints may be affected. Certain bacteria can cause a form of Infectious arthritis called reactive arthritis, which appears to be caused by the immune system reacting to bacteria, rather than by the infection itself. In reactive arthritis, joint inflammation develops weeks, months or even years after the infection. Reactive arthritis happens most commonly after infections of the genital and gastrointestinal tracts. To diagnose Infectious arthritis, your health care provider may do tests of your blood, urine, and joint fluid.

    When should I see an Infectious Arthritis doctor near cerritos, 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 an Infectious Arthritis doctor near cerritos, 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 Infectious Arthritis doctors near cerritos, 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 Infectious Arthritis doctors near cerritos, 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 an Infectious Arthritis doctor near cerritos, 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 Infectious Arthritis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Infectious Arthritis 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 an Infectious Arthritis doctor near cerritos, 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 Infectious Arthritis 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 Infectious Arthritis 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 Infectious Arthritis doctors near cerritos, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Infectious Arthritis 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 an Infectious Arthritis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Infectious Arthritis 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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