The 20 Best Myositis Doctors Near Me in van nuys, CA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 82 doctor with experience in Myositis near van nuys, CA. Of these, 63 are Experienced, 17 are Advanced, 1 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Myositis
    Elite in Myositis
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1000 Veteran Ave Rm 32-59, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Recognized by The Myositis Association
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christina Charles-Schoeman is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Charles-Schoeman is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myositis. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dermatomyositis, Polymyositis, Myositis, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Dr. Charles-Schoeman is board certified in Rheumatology, American Board Of Internal Medicine, 2005.

    Advanced in Myositis
    Advanced in Myositis
    Referral may be required

    Boris D Ratiner MD Inc.

    18386 Ventura Blvd, 
    Tarzana, CA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Boris Ratiner is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Tarzana, California. Dr. Ratiner is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myositis. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ankylosing Spondylitis, Rheumatoid Lung Disease, Rheumatoid Pneumoconiosis, and Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA). Dr. Ratiner is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Myositis
    Advanced in Myositis
    Referral may be required

    Adam J. Kreitenberg, MD Private Practice

    18376 Clark St, Ste 109, 
    Tarzana, CA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Adam Kreitenberg is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Tarzana, California. Dr. Kreitenberg is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myositis. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, Ankylosing Spondylitis, and Rheumatoid Lung Disease. Dr. Kreitenberg is board certified in Internal Medicine (Sub: Rheumatology) and Internal Medicine. Dr. Kreitenberg is currently accepting new patients.

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    Distinguished in Myositis
    Rheumatology
    Distinguished in Myositis
    Rheumatology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    200 Medical Plz Ste 365, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sangmee Bae is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Bae is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myositis. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dermatomyositis, Myositis, Polymyositis, and Antisynthetase Syndrome. Dr. Bae is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Myositis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Myositis
    Internal Medicine
    12922 Victory Boulevard, 
    North Hollywood, CA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Elist is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in North Hollywood, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Elist is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myositis. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Fibromyalgia, Psoriatic Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, and Scleroma. Dr. Elist is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Myositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Myositis
    Rheumatology
    Referral may be required

    Optum - Roscoe

    18546 Roscoe Blvd, 
    Northridge, CA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Rosa Artola is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Northridge, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Artola is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myositis. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD), Fibromyalgia, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Sjogren Syndrome. Dr. Artola is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Internal Medicine. Dr. Artola is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Myositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Myositis
    Rheumatology
    Referral may be required

    Boris D Ratiner MD Inc.

    18386 Ventura Blvd, 
    Tarzana, CA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jenny Oh is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Tarzana, California. Dr. Oh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myositis. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Behcet Disease, and Psoriatic Arthritis. Dr. Oh is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Myositis
    Advanced in Myositis
    Referral may be required

    Radiance Surgery Center LLC

    5170 Sepulveda Blvd Ste 240, 
    Sherman Oaks, CA 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Payam Vahedifar is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Sherman Oaks, California. Dr. Vahedifar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myositis. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Herniated Disk, Spinal Stenosis, Cervical Spondylosis, and Myositis.

    Advanced in Myositis
    Advanced in Myositis
    Referral may be required

    Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

    757 Westwood Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (9.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Elizabeth Volkmann is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Volkmann is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myositis. She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Scleroderma, Scleroma, and Sarcoidosis. Dr. Volkmann is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Myositis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Myositis
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    14649 Victory Blvd Ste 10, 
    Van Nuys, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hanan Lobel is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Van Nuys, California. Dr. Lobel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myositis. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bronchitis, Susac Syndrome, Gastritis, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

    Experienced in Myositis
    Pain Medicine
    Experienced in Myositis
    Pain Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Office

    16111 Plummer St, 
    North Hills, CA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Grant Etnyre is a Pain Medicine provider practicing medicine in North Hills, California. Dr. Etnyre is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myositis. His clinical expertise encompasses Myositis, Macrophagic Myofasciitis, and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction.

    Experienced in Myositis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Myositis
    Internal Medicine

    Moussa Faminini MD Inc.

    16661 Ventura Blvd Ste 818, 
    Encino, CA 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Moussa Faminini is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Encino, California. Dr. Faminini is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myositis. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Toxic Nodular Goiter, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Tracheitis.

    Experienced in Myositis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Myositis
    Family Medicine

    Albeer Ibrahim MD Inc.

    16260 Ventura Blvd Ste 330, 
    Encino, CA 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Albeer Ibrahim is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Encino, California. Dr. Ibrahim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myositis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Occupational Asthma, Silent Thyroiditis, Stiff Skin Syndrome, and Congenital Hypotrichosis Milia.

    Experienced in Myositis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Myositis
    Internal Medicine
    11333 Sepulveda Boulevard, Floor 2, 
    Mission Hills, CA 
     (5.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Samuel Nyamu is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Mission Hills, California. Dr. Nyamu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myositis. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Nyamu is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Myositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Myositis
    Rheumatology
    Referral may be required

    Olive View-UCLA Medical Center

    14445 Olive View Dr, 
    Sylmar, CA 
     (8.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Emil Heinze is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Sylmar, California. Dr. Heinze is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myositis. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Scleroderma, Microscopic Polyangiitis, MASS Phenotype, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Heinze is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Myositis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Myositis
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    6325 Topanga Canyon Blvd Ste 224, 
    Woodland Hills, CA 
     (8.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Steven Weiner is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Woodland Hills, California. Dr. Weiner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myositis. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Raynaud Phenomenon, Sjogren Syndrome, Reactive Arthritis, and Psoriatic Arthritis. Dr. Weiner is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Myositis
    Experienced in Myositis
    Referral may be required

    Office

    200 UCLA Medical Plz Ste 365B, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Maureen Mcmahon is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Mcmahon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myositis. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Lupus Nephritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Dermatomyositis. Dr. Mcmahon is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Myositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Myositis
    Rheumatology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    200 Med Plz Ste 365, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Thanda Aung is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Aung is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myositis. She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis, Sclerosing Mesenteritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and IgG4-Related Disease. Dr. Aung is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Myositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Myositis
    Rheumatology
    Referral may be required

    UCLA Health Pulmonology

    200 Medical Plz Ste 365, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Alan Gorn is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Gorn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myositis. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Adult Still's Disease, Dermatomyositis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD). Dr. Gorn is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Myositis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Myositis
    Rheumatology
    Referral may be required

    The Regents Of The University Of California

    200 Medical Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Suzanne Kafaja is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Kafaja is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Myositis. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Scleroderma, Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Scleroma, and Localized Scleroderma. Dr. Kafaja is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Myositis?

    Myositis is an inflammation or swelling of the muscles. It is most often caused by injury, infection, medicines, or an autoimmune disorder.

    Dermatomyositis and polymyositis are related topics.

    When should I see a Myositis doctor near van nuys, 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 Myositis doctor near van nuys, 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 Myositis doctors near van nuys, 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 Myositis doctors near van nuys, 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 Myositis doctor near van nuys, 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 Myositis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Myositis 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 Myositis doctor near van nuys, 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 Myositis 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 Myositis 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 Myositis doctors near van nuys, CA?

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

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