The 20 Best Psoriasis Doctors Near Me in Encino, CA

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The 20 Best Psoriasis Doctors near Encino, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 310 doctor with experience in Psoriasis near Encino, CA. Of these, 260 are Experienced, 41 are Advanced, 5 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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310 providers found
    Elite in Psoriasis
    Dermatology
    Elite in Psoriasis
    Dermatology

    MDSM Group Inc

    2001 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 490W, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Yamauchi is a Dermatologist in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Yamauchi is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriasis. His top areas of expertise are Plaque Psoriasis, Psoriasis, Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevus, and Familial Atypical Multiple Mole Melanoma Syndrome.

    Distinguished in Psoriasis
    Dermatology
    Distinguished in Psoriasis
    Dermatology
    15477 Ventura Boulevard, Suite 100, 
    Burbank, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Lin is a Dermatologist in Burbank, California. Dr. Lin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriasis. His top areas of expertise are Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma, Atopic Dermatitis, and Actinic Keratosis. Dr. Lin is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Psoriasis
    Advanced in Psoriasis

    Office

    5400 Balboa Blvd Ste 329, 
    Encino, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Hartman is a Pediatrics provider in Encino, California. Dr. Hartman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriasis. His top areas of expertise are Universal Acquired Melanosis, Liver Spots, Systemic Capillary Leak Syndrome, and Purpura.

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    Advanced in Psoriasis
    Dermatology
    Advanced in Psoriasis
    Dermatology

    Sophie Shirin M D Inc.

    16260 Ventura Blvd Ste 300, 
    Encino, CA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sophie Shirin is a Dermatologist in Encino, California. Dr. Shirin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriasis. Her top areas of expertise are Kaposiform Hemangioendothelioma, Hemangioma, Hemangioendothelioma, and Tufted Angioma.

    Advanced in Psoriasis
    Advanced in Psoriasis

    UCLA Health Encino Surgery

    15503 Ventura Blvd Ste 240, 
    Encino, CA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Farhangian is a Dermatologist in Encino, California. Dr. Farhangian has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriasis. His top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Actinic Keratosis, Warts, and Universal Acquired Melanosis.

    Advanced in Psoriasis
    Advanced in Psoriasis

    Adam J. Kreitenberg, MD Private Practice

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

    Adam Kreitenberg is a Rheumatologist in Tarzana, California. Dr. Kreitenberg is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriasis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Ankylosing Spondylitis, and Rheumatoid Pneumoconiosis. Dr. Kreitenberg is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Psoriasis
    Dermatology
    Advanced in Psoriasis
    Dermatology
    18555 Ventura Boulevard, Suite E, 
    Tarzana, CA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Pedram Ghasri is a Dermatologist in Tarzana, California. Dr. Ghasri is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriasis. His top areas of expertise are Sebaceous Adenoma, Syringoma, Syringocystadenoma Papilliferum, and Multiple Familial Trichoepithelioma. Dr. Ghasri is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Psoriasis
    Dermatology
    Advanced in Psoriasis
    Dermatology
    18555 Ventura Boulevard, Suite E, 
    Tarzana, CA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Peyman Ghasri is a Dermatologist in Tarzana, California. Dr. Ghasri is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriasis. His top areas of expertise are Sebaceous Adenoma, Syringoma, Syringocystadenoma Papilliferum, and Multiple Familial Trichoepithelioma. Dr. Ghasri is currently accepting new patients.

    Xavier J. Caro
    Experienced in Psoriasis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Psoriasis
    Rheumatology

    Xavier J. Caro, MD Private Practice

    18350 Roscoe Blvd, Ste 418, 
    Northridge, CA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Xavier Caro is a Rheumatologist in Northridge, California. Dr. Caro is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriasis. His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Fibromyalgia, Psoriatic Arthritis, and Psoriasis. Dr. Caro is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Psoriasis
    Dermatology
    Distinguished in Psoriasis
    Dermatology

    Office

    200 UCLA Medical Plz Ste 450, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (7.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Paul Levins is a Dermatologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Levins is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriasis. His top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Actinic Keratosis, Warts, and Seborrheic Keratosis.

    Experienced in Psoriasis
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Psoriasis
    Dermatology

    Indianer Lask & Rosenzweig M.D.'S Dermatology Group A Medical Corp.

    16260 Ventura Blvd Ste 530, 
    Encino, CA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Catherine Ni is a Dermatologist in Encino, California. Dr. Ni has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriasis. Her top areas of expertise are Pompholyx Eczema, Keloids, Familial Atypical Multiple Mole Melanoma Syndrome, and Giant Congenital Nevus.

    Experienced in Psoriasis
    Experienced in Psoriasis

    AK Derm. Corp.

    16030 Ventura Blvd Ste 100, 
    Encino, CA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ava Khosraviani is a Dermatologist in Encino, California. Dr. Khosraviani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriasis. Her top areas of expertise are Universal Acquired Melanosis, Liver Spots, Actinic Keratosis, and Warts.

    Experienced in Psoriasis
    Experienced in Psoriasis

    Indianer Lask & Rosenzweig M.D.'S Dermatology Group A Medical Corp.

    16260 Ventura Blvd Ste 530, 
    Encino, CA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Helene Rosenzweig is a Dermatologist in Encino, California. Dr. Rosenzweig is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriasis. Her top areas of expertise are Epidermoid Cyst, Rosacea, Contact Dermatitis, and Comedones.

    Experienced in Psoriasis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Psoriasis
    Rheumatology
    16133 Ventura Boulevard, 
    Encino, CA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Raz Khavari is a Rheumatologist in Encino, California. Dr. Khavari is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriasis. Her top areas of expertise are Gout, Juvenile Primary Osteoporosis, Facet Joint Syndrome, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Dr. Khavari is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Psoriasis
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Psoriasis
    Dermatology

    Valley Dermatologic Medical Group Inc.

    18364 Clark St, 
    Tarzana, CA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Charles Linden is a Dermatologist in Tarzana, California. Dr. Linden is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriasis. His top areas of expertise are Telangiectasia, Spider Angioma, Actinic Keratosis, and Purpura.

    Experienced in Psoriasis
    Experienced in Psoriasis

    Valley Dermatologic Medical Group Inc.

    18364 Clark St, 
    Tarzana, CA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Clayton Hinshaw is a Dermatologist in Tarzana, California. Dr. Hinshaw is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriasis. His top areas of expertise are Keloids, Acne, Seborrheic Keratosis, and Telangiectasia.

    Experienced in Psoriasis
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Psoriasis
    Dermatology

    Valley Dermatologic Medical Group Inc.

    18364 Clark St, 
    Tarzana, CA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Gross is a Dermatologist in Tarzana, California. Dr. Gross is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriasis. His top areas of expertise are Telangiectasia, Spider Angioma, Intertrigo, and Actinic Keratosis.

    Experienced in Psoriasis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Psoriasis
    Rheumatology
    18345 Ventura Boulevard, Suite 420, 
    Tarzana, CA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Albert Katz is a Rheumatologist in Tarzana, California. Dr. Katz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriasis. His top areas of expertise are Mevalonate Kinase Deficiency, Fibromyalgia, Gout, Gastrostomy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Katz is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Psoriasis
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Psoriasis
    Dermatology

    Nelson-Nam A Medical Corp.

    15243 Vanowen St Ste 212, 
    Van Nuys, CA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Greg Nelson is a Dermatologist in Van Nuys, California. Dr. Nelson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriasis. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Familial Trichoepithelioma, Trichoepithelioma, Perioral Dermatitis, and Syringoma.

    Experienced in Psoriasis
    Dermatology
    Experienced in Psoriasis
    Dermatology

    Hope Electrolysis

    11633 San Vicente Blvd Ste 106, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lawrence Matt is a Dermatologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Matt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Psoriasis. His top areas of expertise are Balanitis, Atopic Dermatitis, Plaque Psoriasis, and Psoriasis.

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    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 Encino, 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 Encino, 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 Encino, 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 Encino, 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 Encino, 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 Encino, 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 Encino, 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 

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