The 20 Best Painful Menstrual Periods Doctors Near Me in Escondido, CA

Find the Top Painful Menstrual Periods Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 47 doctor with experience in Painful Menstrual Periods near Escondido, CA. Of these, 45 are Experienced and 2 are Advanced.

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47 providers found
    Advanced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Advanced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Cleveland Clinic

    400 Craven Rd, 
    San Marcos, CA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lindsey Valentine is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in San Marcos, California. Dr. Valentine is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Menstrual Periods. She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Uterine Fibroids, Angiomyoma, Solitary Fibrous Tumor, Carney Complex, and Hysterectomy.

    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Family Medicine

    Neighborhood Healthcare-Valley Parkway

    728 E Valley Pkwy, 
    Escondido, CA 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Maritza Wilson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Escondido, California. Dr. Wilson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Menstrual Periods. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertriglyceridemia, Apo A-I Deficiency, and Hypolipoproteinemia.

    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Family Medicine

    Neighborhood Healthcare

    460 N Elm St, 
    Escondido, CA 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Natalie Ferraiolo is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Escondido, California. Dr. Ferraiolo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Menstrual Periods. Her clinical expertise encompasses Macroamylasemia, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

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    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Office

    488 E Valley Pkwy Ste 111, 
    Escondido, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Paul Hinshaw is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in Escondido, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Hinshaw is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Menstrual Periods. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Menorrhagia, Endometrial Polyps, Painful Menstrual Periods, Neonatal Ovarian Cyst, and Hysterectomy. Dr. Hinshaw is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Office

    488 E Valley Pkwy Ste 111, 
    Escondido, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Josue Leon is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in Escondido, California. Dr. Leon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Menstrual Periods. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Vaginal Cysts, Vaginal Dryness, Vulvovaginitis, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, and Intrauterine Device Insertion. Dr. Leon is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Allen K. Chan M.D. Inc.

    488 E Valley Pkwy Ste 404, 
    Escondido, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Hoffman is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in Escondido, California. Dr. Hoffman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Menstrual Periods. His clinical expertise encompasses Vaginal Bleeding Between Periods, Bartholin Cyst or Abscess, Menopause, Female Genital Sores, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Office

    488 E Valley Pkwy Ste 311, 
    Escondido, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Branislav Cizmar is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in Escondido, California. Dr. Cizmar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Menstrual Periods. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Uterine Prolapse, Urinary Incontinence, Stress Urinary Incontinence, and Endometrial Polyps.

    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Palomar Health

    2130 Citracado Pkwy, 
    Escondido, CA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Justin Bergh is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in Escondido, California. Dr. Bergh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Menstrual Periods. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Amenorrhea, Vaginal Bleeding Between Periods, Infertility, Uterine Prolapse, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Arch Health Partners Inc

    1955 Citracado Pkwy, Suite 302, 
    Escondido, CA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Natalia Babkina is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in Escondido, California. Dr. Babkina is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Menstrual Periods. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Angiomyoma, Uterine Fibroids, Vaginal Bleeding Between Periods, Endometrial Polyps, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    UC San Diego Health Rancho Bernardo Urgent Care

    16950 Via Tazon, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Samantha Thomson is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Thomson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Menstrual Periods. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hydrocele, Vaginal Bleeding Between Periods, Myotonia Congenita, Intrauterine Device Insertion, and Salpingo-Oophorectomy.

    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group Inc

    16899 W Bernardo Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Maia Uli is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Uli is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Menstrual Periods. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gonorrhea, Vulvovaginitis, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, Intrauterine Device Insertion, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Family Medicine

    Sharp Rees-Stealy Downtown-Ophthalmology

    16899 W Bernardo Dr Fl 2, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jayakumar Priyanga is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Priyanga is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Menstrual Periods. She is also highly rated in 40 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Food Allergy, Obesity, Vaginal Cysts, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Poway Women's Care

    11939 Rancho Bernardo Rd Ste 105, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (8.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Karen Kohatsu is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Kohatsu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Menstrual Periods. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, Vulvovaginitis, Vitiligo, Intrauterine Device Insertion, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Kohatsu is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Scripps Clinic Rancho Bernardo

    15004 Innovation Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tresa Lombardi is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Lombardi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Menstrual Periods. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Endometriosis, Vaginal Bleeding Between Periods, Angiomyoma, Uterine Fibroids, and Hysterectomy.

    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Scripps Clinic Rancho Bernardo

    15004 Innovation Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ronald Salzetti is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Salzetti is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Menstrual Periods. His clinical expertise encompasses Solitary Fibrous Tumor, Carney Complex, Intestinal Leiomyoma, Rectocele, and Salpingo-Oophorectomy.

    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Scripps Clinic Medical Laboratories

    15004 Innovation Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Charles Edwards is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Edwards is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Menstrual Periods. His clinical expertise encompasses Painful Menstrual Periods, Angiomyoma, and Uterine Fibroids.

    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Internal Medicine

    John H. Clancy, Do And Tara Leigh Clancy Do Medical Corporation

    2375 S Melrose Dr, 
    Vista, CA 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    32+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Clancy is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Vista, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 32 years. Dr. Clancy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Menstrual Periods. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Fifth Disease, Diabetic Neuropathy, Herpetic Stomatitis, and Gingivostomatitis.

    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Pacific View Ob-Gyn Medical Group, Inc.

    Carlsbad, CA 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    21+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kari Purcott is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in Carlsbad, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 21 years. Dr. Purcott is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Menstrual Periods. Her clinical expertise encompasses Painful Menstrual Periods, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, Vulvovaginitis, and Menorrhagia. Dr. Purcott is board certified in American Board Of Obstetrics And Gynecology.

    Advanced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Advanced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    United Medical Doctors

    777 N El Camino Real Ste 100, 
    Encinitas, CA 
     (11.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Chandra Spring is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in Encinitas, California. Dr. Spring is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Menstrual Periods. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Endometriosis, Painful Menstrual Periods, Neuralgia, Vaginal Bleeding Between Periods, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Painful Menstrual Periods
    Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Timothy Maresh MD

    15725 Pomerado Rd Ste 205, 
    Poway, CA 
     (10.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Li Fan is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in Poway, California. Dr. Fan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Menstrual Periods. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Endometrial Polyps, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, Vulvovaginitis, and Intrauterine Device Insertion. Dr. Fan is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Painful Menstrual Periods?

    Painful menstrual periods are periods in which a woman has crampy lower abdominal pain, which can be sharp or aching and come and go. Back pain and/or leg pain may also be present.

    Some pain during your period is normal, but a large amount of pain is not. The medical term for painful menstrual periods is dysmenorrhea.

    When should I see a Painful Menstrual Periods doctor near Escondido, 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 Painful Menstrual Periods doctor near Escondido, 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 Painful Menstrual Periods doctors near Escondido, 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 Painful Menstrual Periods doctors near Escondido, 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 Painful Menstrual Periods doctor near Escondido, 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 Painful Menstrual Periods doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Painful Menstrual Periods 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 Painful Menstrual Periods doctor near Escondido, 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 Painful Menstrual Periods 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 Painful Menstrual Periods 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 Painful Menstrual Periods doctors near Escondido, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Painful Menstrual Periods 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 Painful Menstrual Periods doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Painful Menstrual Periods 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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