The 20 Best Localized Scleroderma Doctors Near Me in aventura, FL

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 34 doctor with experience in Localized Scleroderma near aventura, FL. Of these, 34 are Experienced.

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    Experienced in Localized Scleroderma
    Experienced in Localized Scleroderma
    Referral may be required
    1400 Northwest 12th Avenue, Suite 1173, 
    Miami, FL 
     (12.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Kirsner is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Miami, Florida. Dr. Kirsner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Localized Scleroderma. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pyoderma Gangrenosum, Livedo Reticularis, Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, and Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma (CTCL). Dr. Kirsner is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Localized Scleroderma
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Localized Scleroderma
    Dermatology
    Referral required
    1400 Northwest 12th Avenue, 
    Miami, FL 
     (12.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hebrew
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Hadar Lev is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Miami, Florida. Dr. Lev is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Localized Scleroderma. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hidradenitis Suppurativa, Pyoderma Gangrenosum, Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, and Bullous Pemphigoid. Dr. Lev is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Localized Scleroderma
    Experienced in Localized Scleroderma
    Referral required

    Office

    18801 NE 29th Ave, 
    Miami, FL 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Penelope Hirt is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Miami, Florida. Dr. Hirt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Localized Scleroderma. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Acute Febrile Neutrophilic Dermatosis, Henoch-Schonlein Purpura, Keratosis Pilaris, and Epidermolytic Hyperkeratosis. Dr. Hirt is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Localized Scleroderma
    Experienced in Localized Scleroderma
    Referral may be required

    Office

    2999 NE 191st St Ph 1, 
    Aventura, FL 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kristen Stewart is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Aventura, Florida. Dr. Stewart is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Localized Scleroderma. She is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Lichen Sclerosus, Intertrigo, Melanoma, and Actinic Keratosis. Dr. Stewart is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Localized Scleroderma
    Experienced in Localized Scleroderma
    Referral may be required

    Gary L Curson PA

    9528 Harding Ave, 
    Surfside, FL 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sarit Itenberg is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Surfside, Florida. She has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Itenberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Localized Scleroderma. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Neurocutaneous Melanosis, Familial Atypical Multiple Mole Melanoma Syndrome, Giant Congenital Nevus, and Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevus. Dr. Itenberg is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Localized Scleroderma
    Experienced in Localized Scleroderma
    Referral may be required

    Yvana P Cespedes MD PA

    17101 NE 19th Ave Ste 101, 
    North Miami Beach, FL 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Paul Rockley is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in North Miami Beach, Florida. Dr. Rockley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Localized Scleroderma. He is also highly rated in 65 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Alopecia Totalis, Lichen Simplex Chronicus, Impetigo, and Psoriasis. Dr. Rockley is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Localized Scleroderma
    Experienced in Localized Scleroderma
    Referral may be required
    4000 Hollywood Blvd, Suite 215s, 
    Hollywood, FL 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kanthi Bommareddy is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Hollywood, Florida. Dr. Bommareddy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Localized Scleroderma. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrophoderma of Pierini and Pasini, Localized Scleroderma, Lichen Sclerosus, and Acne.

    Experienced in Localized Scleroderma
    Experienced in Localized Scleroderma
    Referral required

    Hollywood Dermatology And Cosmetic Surgery Specialists PLLC

    3850 Hollywood Blvd Ste 301, 
    Hollywood, FL 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Eduardo Weiss is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Hollywood, Florida. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Weiss is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Localized Scleroderma. He is also highly rated in 44 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma, Keloids, and Actinic Keratosis. Dr. Weiss is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Localized Scleroderma
    Experienced in Localized Scleroderma
    Referral required
    1045 5th Street, 
    Miami Beach, FL 
     (12.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Italian
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Antonella Tosti is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Miami Beach, Florida. Dr. Tosti is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Localized Scleroderma. She is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis, Alopecia Areata, Splinter Hemorrhages, and Ringworm. Dr. Tosti is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Localized Scleroderma
    Experienced in Localized Scleroderma
    Referral may be required
    1475 Northwest 12th Avenue, Floor 1, 
    Miami, FL 
     (12.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Maria Carpintero is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Miami, Florida. Dr. Carpintero is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Localized Scleroderma. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Scleroma, Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Scleroderma, and Fibromyalgia. Dr. Carpintero is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Localized Scleroderma
    Experienced in Localized Scleroderma
    Referral may be required
    1475 Northwest 12th Avenue, 
    Miami, FL 
     (12.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Italian
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Elaine Tozman is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Miami, Florida. Dr. Tozman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Localized Scleroderma. She is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Necrotizing Vasculitis, Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis, and Scleroma. Dr. Tozman is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Localized Scleroderma
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Localized Scleroderma
    Dermatology
    Referral required
    1475 Northwest 12th Avenue, 
    Miami, FL 
     (12.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Scott Elman is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Miami, Florida. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Elman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Localized Scleroderma. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE), Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), Pompholyx Eczema, and Dermatomyositis. Dr. Elman is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Localized Scleroderma
    Experienced in Localized Scleroderma
    Referral may be required
    1150 Northwest 14th Street, 
    Miami, FL 
     (12.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Bulgarian, German
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mariya Miteva is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Miami, Florida. Dr. Miteva is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Localized Scleroderma. She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis, Graham-Little-Piccardi-Lassueur Syndrome, Dissecting Cellulitis of the Scalp, and Pili Torti. Dr. Miteva is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Localized Scleroderma
    Experienced in Localized Scleroderma
    Referral may be required
    1150 Northwest 14th Street, 
    Miami, FL 
     (12.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrea Maderal is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Miami, Florida. Dr. Maderal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Localized Scleroderma. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Leprosy, Dermatomyositis, Henoch-Schonlein Purpura, and Cicatricial Pemphigoid. Dr. Maderal is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Localized Scleroderma
    Experienced in Localized Scleroderma
    Referral may be required
    1150 Northwest 14th Street, 
    Miami, FL 
     (12.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Italian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Paolo Romanelli is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Miami, Florida. Dr. Romanelli is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Localized Scleroderma. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Psoriasis, Guttate Psoriasis, Granuloma Annulare, and Acute Febrile Neutrophilic Dermatosis. Dr. Romanelli is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Localized Scleroderma
    Experienced in Localized Scleroderma
    Referral may be required

    Miami Home Health Solutions LLC

    11077 Biscayne Blvd Ste 304, 
    Miami, FL 
     (5.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Harold Essenfeld is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Miami, Florida. Dr. Essenfeld is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Localized Scleroderma. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Epidural Lipomatosis, Lymphocytic Infiltrate of Jessner, Bullous Pemphigoid, and Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma.

    Experienced in Localized Scleroderma
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Localized Scleroderma
    Family Medicine

    Empower U Inc.

    7900 NW 27th Ave Ste E12, 
    Miami, FL 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Haitian Creole, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Henry Julme is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Miami, Florida. Dr. Julme is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Localized Scleroderma. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myelitis, HIV/AIDS, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, and AIDS Dementia Complex. Dr. Julme is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Localized Scleroderma
    Experienced in Localized Scleroderma
    Referral may be required

    Broward Health Medical Center

    1600 S Andrews Ave, 
    Fort Lauderdale, FL 
     (10.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Landon Hobbs is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Dr. Hobbs is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Localized Scleroderma. His clinical expertise encompasses Molluscum Contagiosum, Bullae, Localized Scleroderma, Lichen Sclerosus, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery. Dr. Hobbs is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Localized Scleroderma
    Experienced in Localized Scleroderma
    Referral may be required

    Conviva Care Center East Hialeah

    522 E 25th St, 
    Hialeah, FL 
     (11.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Magdalena Perez-Rivera is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Hialeah, Florida. Dr. Perez-Rivera is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Localized Scleroderma. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Muscle Spasms. Dr. Perez-Rivera is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Localized Scleroderma
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Localized Scleroderma
    Rheumatology
    Referral required

    Office

    160 S Flamingo Rd, 
    Pembroke Pines, FL 
     (11.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Portuguese, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Hugo Fonseca is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Pembroke Pines, Florida. Dr. Fonseca is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Localized Scleroderma. He is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Fibromyalgia, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Osteoporosis, and Postmenopausal Osteoporosis. Dr. Fonseca is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Localized Scleroderma?

    Localized scleroderma is characterized by thickening of the skin from excessive collagen deposits. Collagen is a protein normally present in our skin that provides structural support. However, when too much collagen is made, the skin becomes stiff and hard. Localized types of scleroderma are those limited to the skin and related tissues and, in some cases, the muscle below. Internal organs are not affected by Localized scleroderma, and Localized scleroderma can never progress to the systemic form of the disease. Often, localized conditions improve or go away on their own over time, but the skin changes and damage that occur when the disease is active can be permanent. For some people, Localized scleroderma is serious and disabling. There are two generally recognized types of Localized scleroderma: morphea and linear.

    When should I see a Localized Scleroderma doctor near aventura, FL?

    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 Localized Scleroderma doctor near aventura, FL?

    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 Localized Scleroderma doctors near aventura, FL?

    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 Localized Scleroderma doctors near aventura, FL?

    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 Localized Scleroderma doctor near aventura, FL?

    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 Localized Scleroderma doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Localized Scleroderma 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 Localized Scleroderma doctor near aventura, FL?

    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 Localized Scleroderma 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 Localized Scleroderma 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 Localized Scleroderma doctors near aventura, FL?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Localized Scleroderma 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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