The 20 Best Synovitis Doctors Near Me in La Jolla, CA

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The 20 Best Synovitis Doctors near La Jolla, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 65 doctor with experience in Synovitis near La Jolla, CA. Of these, 53 are Experienced, 11 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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65 providers found
    Distinguished in Synovitis
    Rheumatology
    Distinguished in Synovitis
    Rheumatology

    UC San Diego Student Health SVC Pharmacy

    9500 Gilman Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Monica Guma is a Rheumatologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Guma is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovitis. Her top areas of expertise are Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Synovitis, and Gout.

    Experienced in Synovitis
    Experienced in Synovitis

    Jennifer Moreno Department Of Veterans Affairs Medical Center

    3350 La Jolla Village Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lucas Hiller is a Radiologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Hiller is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovitis. His top areas of expertise are Baker Cyst, Tenosynovitis, Synovitis, and Herniated Disk.

    Arthur Kavanaugh
    Advanced in Synovitis
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Synovitis
    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 Synovitis. His top areas of expertise are Psoriatic Arthritis, Arthritis, Psoriasis, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).

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    Experienced in Synovitis
    Experienced in Synovitis

    Scripps Green Hospital

    10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Raymond Hong is a Radiologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Hong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovitis. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Visceromegaly, Pleurisy, and Biliary Dyskinesia.

    Experienced in Synovitis
    Experienced in Synovitis

    Scripps Green Hospital

    10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ryan Pruente is a Radiologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Pruente is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovitis. His top areas of expertise are Tenosynovitis, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Fecal Impaction.

    Advanced in Synovitis
    Neuroradiology
    Advanced in Synovitis
    Neuroradiology

    IHS Radiology Medical Group Inc.

    150 W Washington St, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Cooper is a Neuroradiologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Cooper is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovitis. His top areas of expertise are Herniated Disk, Osteopenia, Melorheostosis, and Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis.

    Advanced in Synovitis
    Advanced in Synovitis

    IHS Radiology Medical Group Inc.

    150 W Washington St, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gregory Anderson is a Radiologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Anderson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovitis. His top areas of expertise are Herniated Disk, Visceromegaly, Gallbladder Disease, and Pleurisy.

    Advanced in Synovitis
    Radiology
    Advanced in Synovitis
    Radiology

    IHS Radiology Medical Group Inc.

    150 W Washington St, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gordon Zink is a Radiologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Zink is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovitis. His top areas of expertise are Tracheobronchopathia Osteoplastica, Herniated Disk, Visceromegaly, and Synovial Osteochondromatosis.

    Experienced in Synovitis
    Hand Surgery
    Experienced in Synovitis
    Hand Surgery

    Torrey Pines Orthopaedic Medical Group Inc.

    9850 Genesee Ave Ste 210, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Brown is a Hand Surgeon in La Jolla, California. Dr. Brown is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovitis. His top areas of expertise are Dupuytren Contracture, Trigger Thumb, Rhizarthrosis, and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.

    Experienced in Synovitis
    Experienced in Synovitis

    Office

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

    Arnoldas Ceponis is a Rheumatologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Ceponis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovitis. His top areas of expertise are Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE), Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), and Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis.

    Experienced in Synovitis
    Experienced in Synovitis

    Jennifer Moreno Department Of Veterans Affairs Medical Center

    3350 La Jolla Village Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Terkeltaub is a Rheumatologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Terkeltaub is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovitis. His top areas of expertise are Gout, Arthritis, Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis, and Neonatal Onset Multisystem Inflammatory Disease.

    Experienced in Synovitis
    Experienced in Synovitis

    UC San Diego Health Clinical Laboratory-La Jolla

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

    Kenneth Kalunian is a Rheumatologist in La Jolla, California. Dr. Kalunian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovitis. His top areas of expertise are Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Lupus Nephritis, Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), Synovectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Synovitis
    Experienced in Synovitis

    Richard Greenfield M D A Medical Corp.

    3737 Moraga Ave Ste A106, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Greenfield is an Orthopedics provider in San Diego, California. Dr. Greenfield is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovitis. His top areas of expertise are Synovitis, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, and Osteoarthritis.

    Experienced in Synovitis
    Experienced in Synovitis

    Sharp Memorial Hospital

    7901 Frost St, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (7.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Randall Baldassarre is a Radiologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Baldassarre is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovitis. His top areas of expertise are Melorheostosis, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Osteopenia, and Pleurisy.

    Experienced in Synovitis
    Experienced in Synovitis

    Sharp Rees-Stealy Mira Mesa Radiology

    8933 Activity Rd, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (7.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stephen Thomas is a Radiologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Thomas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovitis. His top areas of expertise are Japanese Encephalitis, Lump in the Abdomen, Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, and Visceromegaly.

    Experienced in Synovitis
    Radiology
    Experienced in Synovitis
    Radiology

    Sharp Rees-Stealy Mira Mesa Radiology

    8933 Activity Rd, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (7.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Patrick Lee is a Radiologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovitis. His top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Meningioma, Tenosynovitis, and Vertigo.

    Experienced in Synovitis
    Radiology
    Experienced in Synovitis
    Radiology

    San Diego Diagnostic Radiology Medical Group Inc.

    8745 Aero Dr Ste 200, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (8.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kiran Patel is a Radiologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovitis. His top areas of expertise are Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Visceromegaly, Gallbladder Disease, and Bronchogenic Cyst.

    Experienced in Synovitis
    Experienced in Synovitis

    San Diego Diagnostic Radiology Medical Group Inc.

    8745 Aero Dr Ste 200, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (8.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christopher Sebrechts is a Radiologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Sebrechts has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovitis. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Hepatocerebral Degeneration, Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy, and Visceromegaly.

    Experienced in Synovitis
    Experienced in Synovitis

    UC San Diego

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

    Mini Pathria is a Radiologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Pathria is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovitis. Her top areas of expertise are Tenosynovitis, Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis, Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, and Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal.

    Experienced in Synovitis
    Experienced in Synovitis

    UC San Diego

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

    Tudor Hughes is a Radiologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Hughes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Synovitis. His top areas of expertise are Melorheostosis, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Osteopenia, Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis, and Vertebroplasty.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Synovitis?

    Synovitis is the inflammation of a synovial membrane, the layer of connective tissue that lines joints such as the shoulder, hip, knee, or ankle. Arthritis is one of the main causes of synovitis. Athletes and individuals with physically rigorous jobs are also particularly at risk of overusing joints and developing synovitis. 

    When should I see a Synovitis 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 Synovitis 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 Synovitis 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 Synovitis 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 Synovitis 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 Synovitis doctor search results page. 

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

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

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