The 20 Best Plaque Psoriasis Doctors Near Me in La Jolla, CA

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The 20 Best Plaque Psoriasis Doctors near La Jolla, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 65 doctor with experience in Plaque Psoriasis near La Jolla, CA. Of these, 51 are Experienced and 14 are Advanced.

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    Henry Wong
    Advanced in Plaque Psoriasis
    Dermatology
    Advanced in Plaque Psoriasis
    Dermatology

    Uc San Diego Health-La Jolla

    8899 University Center Ln, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Henry Wong is a Dermatologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Wong is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Plaque Psoriasis. His top areas of expertise are Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma (CTCL), T-Cell Lymphoma, Sezary Syndrome, and Pyoderma Gangrenosum.

    Experienced in Plaque Psoriasis
    Experienced in Plaque Psoriasis

    Office

    9850 Genesee Ave Ste 850, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Darrell Gonzales is a Dermatologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Gonzales is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Plaque Psoriasis. His top areas of expertise are Warts, Seborrheic Keratosis, Actinic Keratosis, and Melanoma.

    Experienced in Plaque Psoriasis
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Plaque Psoriasis
    Dermatology

    Kevin W. Broder M. D. Incorporated

    8899 University Center Ln Ste 350, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bobak Pousti is a Dermatologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Pousti is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Plaque Psoriasis. His top areas of expertise are Vascular Birthmark, Linear Hamartoma Syndrome, Stork Bite, and Familial Multiple Nevi Flammei.

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    Experienced in Plaque Psoriasis
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Plaque Psoriasis
    Dermatology

    Kevin W. Broder M. D. Incorporated

    8899 University Center Ln Ste 350, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Bonita Mathai is a Dermatologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Mathai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Plaque Psoriasis. Her top areas of expertise are Actinic Keratosis, Melanoma, Warts, and Seborrheic Keratosis.

    Experienced in Plaque Psoriasis
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Plaque Psoriasis
    Dermatology

    Uc San Diego Health-La Jolla

    8899 University Center Ln, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brian Hinds is a Dermatologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Hinds is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Plaque Psoriasis. His top areas of expertise are Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Melanoma, Eschar, and Extramammary Paget Disease.

    Arthur Kavanaugh
    Advanced in Plaque Psoriasis
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Plaque Psoriasis
    Internal Medicine

    UC San Diego Health Clinical Laboratory-La Jolla

    9350 Campus Point Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Arthur Kavanaugh is an Internal Medicine provider in La Jolla, California. Dr. Kavanaugh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Plaque Psoriasis. His top areas of expertise are Psoriatic Arthritis, Arthritis, Psoriasis, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).

    William Sandborn
    Experienced in Plaque Psoriasis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Plaque Psoriasis
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    9350 Campus Point Dr Ste 2B, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Sandborn is a Gastroenterologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Sandborn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Plaque Psoriasis. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Ulcerative Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Plaque Psoriasis
    Nurse Practitioner
    Advanced in Plaque Psoriasis
    Nurse Practitioner

    J Robert West MD Inc

    9339 Genesee Ave, Suite 350, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Hownaz Binavi is a Nurse Practitioner in San Diego, California. Ms. Binavi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Plaque Psoriasis. Her top areas of expertise are Plaque Psoriasis, Folliculitis, Boils, and Vascular Birthmark.

    Advanced in Plaque Psoriasis
    Advanced in Plaque Psoriasis

    Office

    6195 Lusk Blvd Ste 250, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (6.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jennifer Chiang is a Dermatologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Chiang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Plaque Psoriasis. Her top areas of expertise are Epidermodysplasia Verruciformis, GAPO Syndrome, Plaque Psoriasis, and Spirurida Infections.

    Advanced in Plaque Psoriasis
    Advanced in Plaque Psoriasis

    Rady Children's Hospital San Diego

    3020 Childrens Way, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (7.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lawrence Eichenfield is a Pediatrics provider in San Diego, California. Dr. Eichenfield is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Plaque Psoriasis. His top areas of expertise are Atopic Dermatitis, Molluscum Contagiosum, Acne, Rosacea, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Plaque Psoriasis
    Dermatology
    Advanced in Plaque Psoriasis
    Dermatology

    Walter K Nahm MD PhD Inc.

    7695 Cardinal Ct Ste 200, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (8.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Walter Nahm is a Dermatologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Nahm is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Plaque Psoriasis. His top areas of expertise are Actinic Keratosis, Rosacea, Eschar, and Necrotizing Granuloma.

    Advanced in Plaque Psoriasis
    Dermatology
    Advanced in Plaque Psoriasis
    Dermatology

    Medderm Corp.

    3965 5th Ave Ste 200, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michelle Pelle is a Dermatologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Pelle is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Plaque Psoriasis. Her top areas of expertise are Actinic Keratosis, Psoriasis, Neurocutaneous Melanosis, and Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevus.

    Advanced in Plaque Psoriasis
    Advanced in Plaque Psoriasis

    West Dermatology Hillcrest

    4060 4th Ave Ste 415, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stephen Hemperly is a Dermatologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Hemperly is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Plaque Psoriasis. His top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Giant Congenital Nevus, Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevus, and Familial Atypical Multiple Mole Melanoma Syndrome.

    Advanced in Plaque Psoriasis
    Dermatology
    Advanced in Plaque Psoriasis
    Dermatology

    Dermatology & Laser Center Of San Diego

    4060 4th Ave Ste 209, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Erick Mafong is a Dermatologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Mafong is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Plaque Psoriasis. His top areas of expertise are Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma, Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Actinic Keratosis, and Atopic Dermatitis.

    Experienced in Plaque Psoriasis
    Experienced in Plaque Psoriasis

    Miremadi Dermatology Med Corp

    7702 Ivanhoe Ave, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Arjang Miremadi is a Dermatologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Miremadi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Plaque Psoriasis. His top areas of expertise are Actinic Keratosis, Contact Dermatitis, Vitiligo, and Alopecia Areata.

    Experienced in Plaque Psoriasis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Plaque Psoriasis
    Rheumatology

    Office

    9350 Campus Point Dr Ste 2C, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Doquyen Huynh is a Rheumatologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Huynh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Plaque Psoriasis. Her top areas of expertise are Polyarteritis Nodosa, Psoriatic Arthritis, Psoriasis, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).

    Experienced in Plaque Psoriasis
    Dermatology | Physician Assistant
    Experienced in Plaque Psoriasis
    Dermatology | Physician Assistant

    Monica Perlman MD Inc

    3737 Moraga Ave, Suite B103, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Allison Lewis is a Dermatologist and a Physician Assistant in San Diego, California. Ms. Lewis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Plaque Psoriasis. Her top areas of expertise are Comedones, Molluscum Contagiosum, Focal Dermal Hypoplasia, and Punctate Porokeratosis. Ms. Lewis is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Plaque Psoriasis
    Physician Assistant
    Experienced in Plaque Psoriasis
    Physician Assistant

    Torrey Pines Dermatology A Medical Corporation

    9850 Genesee Ave, Suite 460, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sakshi Patel is a Physician Assistant in La Jolla, California. Ms. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Plaque Psoriasis. Her top area of expertise is Plaque Psoriasis.

    Experienced in Plaque Psoriasis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Plaque Psoriasis
    Rheumatology

    Janet Kim, M.D.

    9850 Genesee Ave, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    32+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Janet Kim is a Rheumatologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Kim has been practicing medicine for over 32 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Plaque Psoriasis. Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriasis, Psoriatic Arthritis, and Juvenile Primary Osteoporosis.

    Experienced in Plaque Psoriasis
    General Practice
    Experienced in Plaque Psoriasis
    General Practice

    West Dermatology La Jolla/Utc

    9339 Genesee Ave Ste 350A, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Evan Beale is a General Practice provider in San Diego, California. Dr. Beale is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Plaque Psoriasis. His top areas of expertise are Plaque Psoriasis, Generalized Pustular Psoriasis (GPP), Epidural Lipomatosis, and Folliculitis.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Plaque Psoriasis?

    Plaque psoriasis is the most common form of psoriasis. Psoriasis is an autoimmune skin disorder that affects the growth rate of skin cells. Plaque psoriasis causes raised, reddened dry skin patches with silvery scales that appear on the scalp, elbows, knees, trunk and back.

    When should I see a Plaque Psoriasis doctor near La Jolla, 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 Plaque Psoriasis doctor near La Jolla, 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 Plaque Psoriasis doctors near La Jolla, 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 Plaque Psoriasis doctors near La Jolla, 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 Plaque Psoriasis doctor near La Jolla, 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 Plaque Psoriasis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Plaque Psoriasis 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 Plaque Psoriasis doctor near La Jolla, 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 Plaque Psoriasis 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 Plaque Psoriasis 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 Plaque Psoriasis doctors near La Jolla, CA?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Plaque Psoriasis 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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