The 20 Best Lichen Planus Doctors Near Me in San Jose, CA

Find the Top Lichen Planus Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 18 doctor with experience in Lichen Planus near San Jose, CA. Of these, 15 are Experienced, 2 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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18 providers found
    Distinguished in Lichen Planus
    Distinguished in Lichen Planus
    751 S Bascom Ave Bldg Q Fl 5, #510, 
    San Jose, CA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Aruna Venkatesan is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in San Jose, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Venkatesan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lichen Planus. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Lichen Planus, Psoriasis, Lichen Sclerosus, and Pityriasis Rubra Pilaris.

    Advanced in Lichen Planus
    Dermatology
    Advanced in Lichen Planus
    Dermatology
    200 Jose Figueres Ave # 465, 
    San Jose, CA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Duke Khuu is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in San Jose, California. Dr. Khuu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lichen Planus. He is also highly rated in 91 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Impetigo, Keloids, Warts, and Lichen Simplex Chronicus.

    Experienced in Lichen Planus
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Lichen Planus
    Dermatology

    Sunnyvale Center (401)

    401 Old San Francisco Road, Level 2, 
    Sunnyvale, CA 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Amit Pandya is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Sunnyvale, California. Dr. Pandya is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lichen Planus. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Vitiligo, Hypomelanotic Disorder, Porphyria Cutanea Tarda, Melasma, and Thrombectomy. Dr. Pandya is board certified in Dermatology. Dr. Pandya is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Lichen Planus
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Lichen Planus
    Dermatology
    751 S Bascom Ave Bldg Q Fl 5, #510, 
    San Jose, CA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Eon Rios is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in San Jose, California. Dr. Rios is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lichen Planus. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Psoriasis, Lichen Simplex Chronicus, Comedones, and Atopic Dermatitis. Dr. Rios is board certified in Dermatology.

    Experienced in Lichen Planus
    Dermatology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Lichen Planus
    Dermatology | Internal Medicine
    2304 Zanker Rd, 
    San Jose, CA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sunil Dhawan is a Dermatologist and an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in San Jose, California. Dr. Dhawan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lichen Planus. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acne, Nummular Eczema, Comedones, and Plaque Psoriasis.

    Experienced in Lichen Planus
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Lichen Planus
    Dermatology
    2304 Zanker Rd, 
    San Jose, CA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mychael Luu is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in San Jose, California. Dr. Luu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lichen Planus. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Plaque Psoriasis, Psoriasis, Actinic Keratosis, and Warts.

    Experienced in Lichen Planus
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Lichen Planus
    Dermatology
    2304 Zanker Rd, 
    San Jose, CA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shurong Chang is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in San Jose, California. Dr. Chang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lichen Planus. She is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Comedones, Plaque Psoriasis, Actinic Keratosis, and Psoriasis.

    Experienced in Lichen Planus
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Lichen Planus
    Dermatology

    Sutter Sunnyvale Center (401) Imaging

    401 Old San Francisco Rd, 
    Sunnyvale, CA 
     (8.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bryan Cho is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Sunnyvale, California. Dr. Cho is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lichen Planus. His clinical expertise encompasses Vitiligo, Multiple Familial Trichoepithelioma, Trichoepithelioma, and Psoriasis.

    Experienced in Lichen Planus
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Lichen Planus
    Dermatology
    1071 Blossom Hill Rd, 
    San Jose, CA 
     (6.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mina Ally is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in San Jose, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Ally is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lichen Planus. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Nevoid Basal Cell Carcinoma Syndrome, Basal Cell Skin Cancer, T-Cell Lymphoma, and Pemphigus Vulgaris. Dr. Ally is board certified in Dermatology.

    Experienced in Lichen Planus
    Experienced in Lichen Planus

    Berman Skin Institute

    Los Altos, CA 
     (14.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    EducationResidency Dermatology, Northwestern University School of Medicine, Chicago, IL. Completed residency as the Chief Resident in June of 1993.Internship Internal Medicine, University of California at Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA. Completed in June, 1990.Professional Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX. Graduated with a Doctor of Medicine degree in June, 1989.College University of California, Berkeley, Berkeley, CA. Graduated with honors in 1984 with a B.A. degree.Secondary Henry M. Gunn Senior High School, Palo Alto, CA. Graduated with high honors in 1980.Professional QualificationsOver 180,000 patients treated since 1993Experienced researcher and principal clinical investigator for many medical device companiesExpert in the field of dermatologic and aesthetic surgeryBoard-certified dermatologistWritten multiple textbook chapters in the field of aesthetic and dermatologic surgeryAuthor of numerous scientific articles in the field of dermatology and aesthetic surgeryTeacher of latest techniques in dermatologic and aesthetic surgery to dermatologic surgeonsFrequent source of information for local media (TV, radio, newspaper)Featured on National Television – The History Channel, The Learning Channel, The Discovery Channel,  ABC7 News, NBC4 NewsExpert witness for medico-legal issues in dermatologyVoted one of the Bay Area's Top Doctors by San Jose MagazineVoted San Jose Magazine's Top Three DermatologistsSpecialty Certification1993: Board Certified, American Board of DermatologyProfessional Associations1995-2002: Chief of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery at San Mateo County General Hospital1993-present: Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology1994-present: Fellow of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery1994-present: Fellow of the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery2005-present: Member of the International Society for Hair Restoration Surgery2005-present: Member of the American College of Phlebology1990-present: Member of the American Medical Association1993-present: Member of the California Medical Association1993-present: Member of the Santa Clara County Medical AssociationPractice Experience1994-present: Medical Director, Berman Skin Institute, Palo Alto, CA • San Francisco, CA • Walnut Creek, CA • Pleasanton, CA • Placerville, CA • Cameron Park, CA • Roseville, CASpecialty Certification - American Board of Dermatology, 1993. Dr. Berman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lichen Planus. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atopic Dermatitis, Actinic Keratosis, Fetal Cystic Hygroma, and Kaposiform Hemangioendothelioma. Dr. Berman is board certified in Dermatology. Dr. Berman is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Lichen Planus
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Lichen Planus
    Dermatology
    2518 Mission College Blvd, 
    Santa Clara, CA 
     (5.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Gina Kwon is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Santa Clara, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Kwon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lichen Planus. She is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Contact Dermatitis, Atopic Dermatitis, Alopecia Areata, and Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis.

    Experienced in Lichen Planus
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Lichen Planus
    Dermatology
    2420 Samaritan Dr, 
    San Jose, CA 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anjali Morales is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in San Jose, California. Dr. Morales is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lichen Planus. She is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sunburn, Perioral Dermatitis, Warts, and Actinic Keratosis.

    Experienced in Lichen Planus
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Lichen Planus
    Family Medicine

    Office

    280 Hospital Pkwy Bldg C, 
    San Jose, CA 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Yang Cao is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in San Jose, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Cao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lichen Planus. She is also highly rated in 43 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Waldenstrom Macroglobulinemia, Mosaicism, Gallbladder Cancer, Endoscopy, and Gastric Bypass.

    Experienced in Lichen Planus
    Experienced in Lichen Planus

    Office

    86 3rd St Unit 114, 
    Los Altos, CA 
     (14.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Siavosh Vossough is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Los Altos, California. Dr. Vossough is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lichen Planus. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Actinic Keratosis, Warts, Seborrheic Keratosis, and Universal Acquired Melanosis.

    Experienced in Lichen Planus
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Lichen Planus
    Dermatology
    3200 Kearney St Bldg 2, 
    Fremont, CA 
     (11.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Rebecca Shpall is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Fremont, California. Dr. Shpall is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lichen Planus. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Actinic Keratosis, Atopic Dermatitis, Warts, and Cheilitis Glandularis. Dr. Shpall is board certified in Dermatology - Board Certified.

    Advanced in Lichen Planus
    Dermatology
    Advanced in Lichen Planus
    Dermatology
    960 N San Antonio Rd, 
    Los Altos, CA 
     (13.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Gordon Bae is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Los Altos, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Bae is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lichen Planus. He is also highly rated in 59 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Epidermoid Cyst, Acne, and Actinic Keratosis.

    Experienced in Lichen Planus
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Lichen Planus
    Dermatology
    18988 Cox Ave # B, 
    Saratoga, CA 
     (10.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Alecia Folkes is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Saratoga, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Folkes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lichen Planus. She is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Actinic Keratosis, Universal Acquired Melanosis, Liver Spots, and Kaposiform Hemangioendothelioma.

    Experienced in Lichen Planus
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Lichen Planus
    Dermatology
    2490 Hospital Dr # 201, 
    Mountain View, CA 
     (11.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dayoung Ko is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Mountain View, California. Dr. Ko is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lichen Planus. Her clinical expertise encompasses Scurvy, Melasma, Erythroderma, and Erythropoietic Protoporphyria.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Lichen Planus?

    Lichen planus is a condition that forms a very itchy rash on the skin or in the mouth.

    When should I see a Lichen Planus doctor near San Jose, 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 Lichen Planus doctor near San Jose, 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 Lichen Planus doctors near San Jose, 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 Lichen Planus doctors near San Jose, 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 Lichen Planus doctor near San Jose, 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 Lichen Planus doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Lichen Planus 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 Lichen Planus doctor near San Jose, 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 Lichen Planus 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 Lichen Planus 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 Lichen Planus doctors near San Jose, CA?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Lichen Planus 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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