The 20 Best Vasculitis Doctors Near Me in Santa Maria, CA

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The 20 Best Vasculitis Doctors near Santa Maria, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 10 doctor with experience in Vasculitis near Santa Maria, CA. Of these, 8 are Experienced and 2 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Vasculitis
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
    Advanced in Vasculitis
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology

    Midcoast Cardiovascular Associates

    220 S Palisade Dr, Ste 101, 
    Santa Maria, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    We strive to provide caring compassionate, state of the art, cardiac care to all our patients. With over 17 years experience in complex cardiovascular disease management . We value the trust patients and families place in us and enjoy the personal relations that form during treatment. This philosophy has lead to numerous satisfied patients and many life long friends. Dr. Ginkel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vasculitis. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Degos Disease, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Samir N. Bhatt
    Experienced in Vasculitis
    Experienced in Vasculitis

    Central Coast Comprehensive Cardiovascular Imaging

    1510 E Main St, Ste 101, 
    Santa Maria, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I strive to provide my patients with the best medical care possible. Dr. Bhatt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vasculitis. His top areas of expertise are COVID-19, His Bundle Tachycardia, Multifocal Atrial Tachycardia, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

    Jason C. Choi
    Experienced in Vasculitis
    Experienced in Vasculitis

    Cardiology - Dignity Health - Santa Maria, CA

    1510 E. Main Street, Suite 104-C, 
    Santa Maria, CA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jason Choi is a board certified cardiologist who is proud to serve the CentralCoast of California. Dr. Choi received his Bachelor of Arts from the University ofPennsylvania and his Medical Doctorate from the Jacobs School of Medicine andBiomedical Sciences in New York. He completed his internal medicineresidency at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, one of Harvard MedicalSchool’s major teaching hospitals. He completed his cardiology fellowship atUCLA Medical Center, where he served as Chief Cardiology Fellow.Dr. Choi provides cardiology services to Arroyo Grande Community Hospital aswell as Marian Regional Medical Center, where he previously served as Chair ofMedicine. He is the current Medical Director of the Cardiac Rehabilitation Centerin Santa Maria. Dr. Choi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vasculitis. His top areas of expertise are Hypertensive Heart Disease, Atrial Fibrillation, Cardiomyopathy, and Aortic Valve Stenosis.

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    Kamlesh M. Desai
    Advanced in Vasculitis
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Vasculitis
    Family Medicine

    CCFM - Daniel Office

    355 Daniel Dr, Ste 105, 
    Santa Maria, CA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati , Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Equal Access for All, WE OFFER A LOWER COST ALTERNATIVE TO COSTLY INSURANCES. $50/MN PER PERSON AFTER $100 INITIATION FEE FOR MOST SERVICES IN THE OFFICE. We also do weight loss management without medications or surgery by helping you develop healthy habits. OUR PHILOSOPHY IS TO OFFER BETTER HEALTH WITH AS FEW MEDICINES AS POSSIBLE AT THE LOWEST COST POSSIBLE THROUGH A TEAM EFFORT WITH YOU. Our patients feel a sense of comfort and care from our support staff who genuinely care about helping you. By design, we work in a happy place where we enjoy coming to work as a team. WE ARE DIRECT AND FORTHRIGHT IN DISCUSSING YOUR ISSUES AND PROVIDING SOLUTIONS WITHOUT MINCING WORDS. - REMEMBER, WE EXCEL IN BEING YOUR HEALTH COACH. Dr. Desai is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vasculitis. His top areas of expertise are Degos Disease, Neuralgia, Enlarged Liver, and Hypertensive Heart Disease.

    Albert W. Hawkins
    Experienced in Vasculitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Vasculitis
    Internal Medicine

    Albert W. Hawkins, MD Private Practice

    1300 E Cypress St, Ste G1, 
    Santa Maria, CA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    I strive to provide my patients with the best medical care possible. Dr. Hawkins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vasculitis. His top areas of expertise are Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, Visceromegaly, Hepatitis C, and Memory Loss.

    Thomas M. Dawes
    Experienced in Vasculitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Vasculitis
    Family Medicine

    Thomas M Dawes Jr MD A Medical Corporation

    116 S Palisade Dr, Suite 210, 
    Santa Maria, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Dawes is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Santa Maria, California. Dr. Dawes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vasculitis. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Anemia, Degos Disease, and Obesity.

    Michael S. Haverty
    Experienced in Vasculitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Vasculitis
    Family Medicine

    Haverty Vanterpool & Allen Medical Group

    2342 Professional Pkwy, Ste 260, 
    Santa Maria, CA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I strive to provide my patients with the best medical care possible. Dr. Haverty is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vasculitis. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Chronic Cough, and Ventricular Fibrillation.

    Lorianna P. Fletcher
    Experienced in Vasculitis
    Experienced in Vasculitis

    Cardiology - Dignity Health - Arroyo Grande, CA

    850 Fair Oaks Ave, Suite 100, 
    Arroyo Grande, CA 
     (14.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Fletcher is a California native and moved to the San Luis Obispo area in 1998. She received her M.D. degree from Tulane University School of Medicine in 1991. Additional training includes a Masters Degree in Public Health from Tulane University and Internal Medicine residency at Duke University. She did her Cardiology Fellowship at Cedars Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, California from 1995-1998. She is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease, Echocardiography and Nuclear Cardiology.She is a fellow of the American College of Cardiology with additional training in coronary CT angiography. Her areas of specialty include cardiac rehabilitation, preventative cardiology and noninvasive myocardial imaging with nuclear imaging and echocardiography. She is the director of Coastal Cardiology’s state of the art nuclear imaging laboratory. When not working she is busy running marathons or just running after her two children. Dr. Fletcher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vasculitis. Her top areas of expertise are Arrhythmias, Atrial Fibrillation, Supravalvular Aortic Stenosis, Atherosclerosis, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Experienced in Vasculitis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Vasculitis
    Rheumatology

    Pacific Arthritis Center

    607 Plaza Dr Ste A, 
    Santa Maria, CA 
     (10.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Karen Kolba is a Rheumatologist in Santa Maria, California. Dr. Kolba is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vasculitis. Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, and Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis with Tylosis.

    Experienced in Vasculitis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Vasculitis
    Rheumatology

    Pacific Central Coast Health Centers

    850 Fair Oaks Ave, Suite 220, 
    Arroyo Grande, CA 
     (14.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ena Sharma is a Rheumatologist in Arroyo Grande, California. Dr. Sharma is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vasculitis. Her top areas of expertise are Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis, Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, and Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Vasculitis?

    Vasculitis is considered to be an autoimmune disease wherein the immune system causes inflammation of the blood vessels. The disease can be acute or chronic. There are many types of vasculitis, which mainly occurs in rare diseases. Vasculitis causes changes in blood vessels which decrease blood flow and oxygen to body tissues and vital organs. While the causes of vasculitis are often unknown, it can occur after an infection, another disease, or a reaction to medication when the immune system is triggered and attacks the vascular system. Genetics may also be a factor.

    When should I see a Vasculitis doctor near Santa Maria, 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 Vasculitis doctor near Santa Maria, 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 Vasculitis doctors near Santa Maria, 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 Vasculitis doctors near Santa Maria, 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 Vasculitis doctor near Santa Maria, 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 Vasculitis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Vasculitis 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 Vasculitis doctor near Santa Maria, 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 Vasculitis 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 Vasculitis 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 Vasculitis doctors near Santa Maria, CA?

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

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