The 20 Best Psoriasis Doctors Near Me in Bakersfield, CA

Find the Top Psoriasis Experts and Specialists

The 20 Best Psoriasis Doctors near Bakersfield, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

Save doctors for later
Sign Up
Not sure about your diagnosis?
Check Your Symptoms
Already have a doctor?
Find A Second Opinion

MediFind found 29 doctor with experience in Psoriasis near Bakersfield, CA. Of these, 19 are Experienced, 7 are Advanced, 2 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

Location
LocationClose
29 providers found
    Jeffrey J. Crowley
    Elite in Psoriasis
    Elite in Psoriasis

    Jeffrey J. Crowley, M.D., Inc.

    5101 Commerce Dr, Ste 101, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    We are dedicated to providing the best care possible for your skin. We specialize in treating and preventing skin cancer. Additionally, we maintain a busy clinical trial program focusing on psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, and hidradenitis suppurativa. Dr. Crowley is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriasis. His top areas of expertise are Plaque Psoriasis, Psoriasis, Actinic Keratosis, and Seborrheic Keratosis.

    Jeffrey K. Bacon
    Distinguished in Psoriasis
    Distinguished in Psoriasis

    Rheumatology Services Medical Group

    8329 Brimhall Rd, Ste 801, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I work in partnership with patients, offering high-quality, individualized care with compassion. Dr. Bacon is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriasis. His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, and Psoriatic Arthritis.

    Jim C. Kim
    Experienced in Psoriasis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Psoriasis
    Rheumatology

    Jim C. Kim, MD Private Practice

    2203 17th St, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Jim C. Kim has been practicing in Bakersfield since 2002. As a board certified Rheumatologist and Internal Medicine physician he takes pride in diagnosing and developing a successful treatment plan for patients with autoimmune disorders and Arthritis. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriasis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoporosis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, and Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis.

    Learn about our expert tiers
    Distinguished in Psoriasis
    Distinguished in Psoriasis

    Jeffrey J. Crowley, M.D., Inc.

    5101 Commerce Dr, Ste 101, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shanna Treanor is a Dermatologist in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Treanor is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriasis. Her top areas of expertise are Plaque Psoriasis, Spider Angioma, Telangiectasia, and Actinic Keratosis.

    Advanced in Psoriasis
    Advanced in Psoriasis

    Jeffrey J. Crowley M.D. Inc.

    5101 Commerce Dr Ste 101, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kristin Totoraitis is a Dermatologist in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Totoraitis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriasis. Her top areas of expertise are Telangiectasia, Spider Angioma, Actinic Keratosis, and Warts.

    Experienced in Psoriasis
    Experienced in Psoriasis

    Discovery Plaza Medical And Administrative Offices

    1200 Discovery Plaza, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Lindsey Bennett is a Dermatologist in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Bennett is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriasis. Her top areas of expertise are Acne, Sunburn, Psoriasis, and Hidradenitis Suppurativa. Dr. Bennett is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Psoriasis
    Experienced in Psoriasis

    Discovery Plaza Medical And Administrative Offices

    1200 Discovery Plaza, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Maria Bonilla is a Dermatologist in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Bonilla is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriasis. Her top areas of expertise are Acne, Hidradenitis Suppurativa, Alopecia Areata, and Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis. Dr. Bonilla is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Psoriasis
    Advanced in Psoriasis

    Centennial Medical Group, Inc.

    1801 16th St, Ste A, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Drimmer is a Dermatologist in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Drimmer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriasis. His top areas of expertise are Alopecia Areata, Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis, Liver Spots, and Universal Acquired Melanosis.

    Advanced in Psoriasis
    Advanced in Psoriasis

    Sumeet Bhinder M.D. Inc

    6001 Truxtun Ave, Ste A160, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Punjabi, Spanish

    Sumeet Bhinder is a Rheumatologist in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Bhinder is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriasis. Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Pneumoconiosis, Fibromyalgia, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Ankylosing Spondylitis.

    Advanced in Psoriasis
    Advanced in Psoriasis

    Ravi Patel, M.D., Inc.

    6501 Truxtun Ave, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

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

    Advanced in Psoriasis
    Dermatology
    Advanced in Psoriasis
    Dermatology

    Ravi Patel, M.D., Inc.

    6501 Truxtun Ave, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Neal Ammar is a Dermatologist in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Ammar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriasis. His top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma, Giant Congenital Nevus, and Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevus.

    William E. Gilli
    Experienced in Psoriasis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Psoriasis
    Internal Medicine

    William E. Gilli, MD Private Practice

    8327 Brimhall Rd, Bldg 700 Ste 704, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Gilli is a Bakersfield native. He attended West High School and graduated from the USC School of Medicine in 1983. Dr. Gilli is Board Certified in Internal Medicine. He is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at UCLA teaching at Kern Medical since 1993. At Kern Medical, he has help teach over 300 physicians in the last 25 years. He is also a Fellow at the American College of Physicians. In early 2009, Dr. Gilli underwent a total hip replacement and has returned to running. He is an avid walker, runner, cyclist, and skier.Mesa West Medical goal is to provide top-quality medical care with you as our top priority. We strive to make you very satisfied with our care. Dr. Gilli is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriasis. His top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Coccidioidomycosis, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hip Replacement, and Gastrostomy.

    Carlos A. Alvarez
    Experienced in Psoriasis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Psoriasis
    Internal Medicine

    Carlos A. Alvarez, MD Private Practice

    5400 Aldrin Ct, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I believe the best care can be achieved only when patients understand their conditions properly and are fully satisfied with the care they receive. Through effective education, patients are empowered to partner in their care and achieve their health priorities. Dr. Alvarez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriasis. His top areas of expertise are Hypertensive Heart Disease, Enlarged Liver, Pediatric Myocarditis, Peptic Ulcer, and Hernia Surgery.

    Advanced in Psoriasis
    Advanced in Psoriasis

    Ana Cardenas Dermatology, A Professional Corporation

    3400 Calloway Dr, Ste 200, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ana Cardenas is a Dermatologist in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Cardenas is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriasis. Her top areas of expertise are Actinic Keratosis, Warts, Membranous Nephropathy, and Melasma. Dr. Cardenas is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Psoriasis
    Experienced in Psoriasis

    David J. Elbaum, MD Private Practice

    2323 16th St, Ste 204, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Elbaum is a Dermatologist in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Elbaum is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriasis. His top areas of expertise are Actinic Keratosis, Erythroderma, Warts, and Gardner-Diamond Syndrome.

    Experienced in Psoriasis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Psoriasis
    Internal Medicine

    Hector DeJesus, MD Private Practice

    2323 16th St, Ste 300, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I believe the best care can be achieved only when patients understand their conditions properly and are fully satisfied with the care they receive. Through effective education, patients are empowered to partner in their care and achieve their health priorities. Dr. Dejesus is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriasis. His top areas of expertise are Loin Pain Hematuria Syndrome, Cellulitis, Corticobasal Degeneration, and Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia.

    Experienced in Psoriasis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Psoriasis
    Rheumatology

    Office

    3733 San Dimas St Ste 101, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kyaw Swe is a Rheumatologist in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Swe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriasis. His top areas of expertise are Fibromyalgia, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Reactive Arthritis, and Psoriatic Arthritis.

    Experienced in Psoriasis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Psoriasis
    Family Medicine

    Office

    2701 Chester Ave Ste 202, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Keith Seidenstricker is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Seidenstricker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriasis. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hyperglycemia, Hashimoto Thyroiditis, Diabetic Nephropathy, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Experienced in Psoriasis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Psoriasis
    Internal Medicine

    Patrick Paw MD Inc

    3838 San Dimas St Ste A100, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jennifer Abraham is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Abraham is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriasis. Her top areas of expertise are Plaque Psoriasis, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

    Experienced in Psoriasis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Psoriasis
    Family Medicine

    Yakdan Al Qaisi, M.D

    4040 San Dimas St, Ste A, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Spanish

    Yakdan Alqaisi is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Alqaisi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriasis. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Scoliosis, Sciatica, and Diabetic Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome.

    Showing 1-20 of 29

    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Psoriasis?

    Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune disorder affecting the skin that increases the growth rate of skin cells, causing inflamed, itchy, reddened patches with silvery scales, usually on the scalp, elbows, knees, trunk, and back. Psoriasis appears in cycles, with periods of remission followed by flare-ups that can last from weeks to months, and can also be associated with arthritis. There are several types of psoriasis, including plaque psoriasis, nail psoriasis, guttate psoriasis, inverse psoriasis, pustular psoriasis, erythrodermic psoriasis, and psoriatic arthritis. Plaque psoriasis – Plaque psoriasis is the most common form of psoriasis, which causes raised, reddened dry skin patches with silvery scales on the scalp, elbows, knees, trunk, and back that may be itchy or sore. Nail psoriasis – Nail psoriasis appears as abnormal, discolored nails that have pitting (indentations). Severe cases of nail psoriasis may cause nails to detach from the nail bed (onycholysis) or nail disintegration. Guttate psoriasis – Guttate psoriasis mainly affects children and young adults and is caused by a bacterial infection, such as upper respiratory infections like strep throat, that triggers small, drop-shaped psoriatic patches on the arms, trunk, and legs. Inverse psoriasis – Inverse psoriasis is characterized by smooth, reddened skin patches in the skin folds of the breasts, groin, and buttocks caused by fungal infections that are worsened by sweating and friction. Pustular psoriasis – Pustular psoriasis is a rare form of psoriasis that is characterized by generalized patches filled with pus, which usually appear on the palms of the hands and the soles of the feet. Erythrodermic psoriasis – Erythrodermic psoriasis is the least common type of psoriasis and is characterized by red, peeling rash covering the whole body that itches or burns. This type of psoriasis can be caused by a severe sunburn or taking corticosteroids. Psoriatic arthritis – Psoriatic arthritis affects the joints, causing stiffness, swelling, and pain that can further cause progressive or permanent joint damage. Psoriatic arthritis affects 10-20% of individuals with psoriasis.

    When should I see a Psoriasis doctor near Bakersfield, 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 Psoriasis doctor near Bakersfield, 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 Psoriasis doctors near Bakersfield, 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 Psoriasis doctors near Bakersfield, 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 Psoriasis doctor near Bakersfield, 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 Psoriasis doctor search results page. 

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

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

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

    Read more about our Content Policy