The 20 Best Synovial Sarcoma Doctors Near Me in La Jolla, CA

Find the Top Synovial Sarcoma Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 52 doctor with experience in Synovial Sarcoma near La Jolla, CA. Of these, 45 are Experienced, 6 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Advanced in Synovial Sarcoma
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Synovial Sarcoma
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    UCSD Heath Care

    3855 Health Sciences Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jason Sicklick is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Sicklick is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovial Sarcoma. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor, Adrenocortical Carcinoma, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Gallbladder Removal, and Gastrectomy.

    Distinguished in Synovial Sarcoma
    Distinguished in Synovial Sarcoma
    Referral may be required

    Regents Of The University Of California

    9400 Campus Point Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sarah Boles is an Oncologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Boles is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovial Sarcoma. She is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Rhabdomyosarcoma, and Ewing Sarcoma.

    Experienced in Synovial Sarcoma
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Synovial Sarcoma
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    UC San Diego

    200 W Arbor Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sarah Blair is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Blair is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovial Sarcoma. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Lymphadenectomy, and Mastectomy.

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    Advanced in Synovial Sarcoma
    Radiation Oncology
    Advanced in Synovial Sarcoma
    Radiation Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Scripps Cancer Center, John J. Hopkins

    10670 John J Hopkins Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ray Lin is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Lin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovial Sarcoma. He is also highly rated in 32 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Intraductal Papilloma, and Angiosarcoma.

    Advanced in Synovial Sarcoma
    Advanced in Synovial Sarcoma
    Referral may be required

    Scripps Clinic Torrey Pines

    10710 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Anna Kulidjian is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Kulidjian is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovial Sarcoma. She is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Bone Tumor, Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal, Epithelioid Sarcoma, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

    Experienced in Synovial Sarcoma
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Synovial Sarcoma
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    1066 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michelle Carter is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Carter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovial Sarcoma. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Cough, Vertigo, Sciatica, and Fainting.

    Experienced in Synovial Sarcoma
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Synovial Sarcoma
    Internal Medicine

    Steven R Ruderman MD Inc

    9850 Genesee Ave Ste 425, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Steven Ruderman is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Ruderman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovial Sarcoma. His clinical expertise encompasses Cryoglobulinemia, Familial Mixed Cryoglobulinemia, Chronic Cough, and TNF Receptor-Associated Periodic Syndrome.

    Experienced in Synovial Sarcoma
    Experienced in Synovial Sarcoma
    Referral may be required

    San Diego Pacific Oncology And Hematology Associates Inc

    9850 Genesee Ave Ste 830, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Sinclair is an Oncologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Sinclair is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovial Sarcoma. He is also highly rated in 41 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.

    Experienced in Synovial Sarcoma
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Synovial Sarcoma
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Regents Of The University Of California

    9400 Campus Point Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jonna Griggs is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Griggs is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovial Sarcoma. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Angiosarcoma.

    Experienced in Synovial Sarcoma
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Synovial Sarcoma
    Orthopedics
    Referral may be required

    University Of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center

    9300 Campus Point Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Flint is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Flint is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovial Sarcoma. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bone Tumor, Ewing Sarcoma, Osteosarcoma, and Chondrosarcoma.

    Experienced in Synovial Sarcoma
    Experienced in Synovial Sarcoma
    Referral may be required

    University Of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center

    9300 Campus Point Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mary O'boyle is a Radiologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. O'boyle is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovial Sarcoma. She is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Visceromegaly, Thyroid Nodule, Ampullary Cancer, and WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes. Dr. O'boyle is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Synovial Sarcoma
    Experienced in Synovial Sarcoma
    Referral may be required

    UCSD Heath Care

    3855 Health Sciences Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Shumei Kato is an Oncologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Kato is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovial Sarcoma. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Ovarian Cancer, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Colorectal Cancer, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Experienced in Synovial Sarcoma
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Synovial Sarcoma
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Ucsd Health Moores Cancer Center

    3855 Health Sciences Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Larson is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Larson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovial Sarcoma. His clinical expertise encompasses Ewing Sarcoma, Bone Tumor, Osteosarcoma, and Chondrosarcoma.

    Experienced in Synovial Sarcoma
    Experienced in Synovial Sarcoma
    Referral may be required

    UCSD Heath Care

    3855 Health Sciences Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Hitendra Patel is an Oncologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovial Sarcoma. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Ampullary Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, and Familial Pancreatic Cancer.

    Experienced in Synovial Sarcoma
    Experienced in Synovial Sarcoma
    Referral may be required

    UCSD Heath Care

    3855 Health Sciences Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Paul Fanta is an Oncologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Fanta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovial Sarcoma. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor, Colorectal Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Experienced in Synovial Sarcoma
    Experienced in Synovial Sarcoma
    Referral may be required

    UCSD Heath Care

    3855 Health Sciences Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Thomas Loehfelm is a Radiologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Loehfelm is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovial Sarcoma. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer, Ascites, Gallbladder Disease, Lithotripsy, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Loehfelm is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Synovial Sarcoma
    Experienced in Synovial Sarcoma
    Referral may be required

    UCSD Heath Care

    3855 Health Sciences Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Tony Reid is an Oncologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Reid is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovial Sarcoma. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Synovial Sarcoma
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Synovial Sarcoma
    Hematology | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Ucsd Health Moores Cancer Center

    3855 Health Sciences Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Gregory Daniels is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Daniels is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovial Sarcoma. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Follicular Thyroid Cancer, Thyroid Cancer, Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Experienced in Synovial Sarcoma
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Synovial Sarcoma
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    UCSD Heath Care

    3855 Health Sciences Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Joel Baumgartner is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Baumgartner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovial Sarcoma. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pseudomyxoma Peritonei, Melanoma, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Gastrostomy, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Experienced in Synovial Sarcoma
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Synovial Sarcoma
    Internal Medicine

    Scripps Clinic John R. Anderson V Medical Pavilion

    9898 Genesee Ave, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Julie Papatheofanis is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Papatheofanis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovial Sarcoma. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Burning Mouth Syndrome, Glossodynia, Premature Ovarian Failure, and High Cholesterol.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Synovial Sarcoma?

    Synovial sarcoma is a rare and aggressive soft tissue sarcoma. However, as the tumor grows larger, affected people may notice a lump or swelling. In some cases, the tumor can limit range of motion or cause numbness and/or pain if it presses on nearby nerves. Although Synovial sarcoma does not have a clearly defined cause, genetic factors are believed to influence the development of this disease. Cells in these tumors are usually characterized by the presence of a translocation involving chromosomes X and 18. This translocation is specific to Synovial sarcoma and is often used to diagnose the condition.

    When should I see a Synovial Sarcoma 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 Synovial Sarcoma 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 Synovial Sarcoma 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 Synovial Sarcoma 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 Synovial Sarcoma 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 Synovial Sarcoma doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Synovial Sarcoma 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 Synovial Sarcoma 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 Synovial Sarcoma 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 Synovial Sarcoma 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 Synovial Sarcoma doctors near La Jolla, CA?

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

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