The 20 Best White Sponge Nevus Doctors Near Me in San Diego, CA

Find the Top White Sponge Nevus Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 14 doctor with experience in White Sponge Nevus near San Diego, CA. Of these, 13 are Experienced and 1 are Advanced.

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14 providers found
    Experienced in White Sponge Nevus
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in White Sponge Nevus
    Family Medicine

    Monica Perlman MD Inc.

    3180 University Ave Ste 120, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Monika Drzymalski is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Drzymalski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of White Sponge Nevus. Her clinical expertise encompasses Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Acne, and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

    Experienced in White Sponge Nevus
    Dermatology
    Experienced in White Sponge Nevus
    Dermatology
    2445 Truxtun Rd # 200, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Reza Jacob is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Jacob is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of White Sponge Nevus. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Actinic Keratosis, Sunburn, Warts, and Cheilitis Glandularis.

    Experienced in White Sponge Nevus
    Pediatric Endocrinology
    Experienced in White Sponge Nevus
    Pediatric Endocrinology

    Children's Specialists Of San Diego-Div Of Gen

    8110 Birmingham Way Bldg 28, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (5.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Kelly is a Pediatric Endocrinologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Kelly is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of White Sponge Nevus. His clinical expertise encompasses Food Allergy, Obesity in Children, Acanthosis Nigricans, and Type A Insulin Resistance Syndrome.

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    Advanced in White Sponge Nevus
    Pediatric Otolaryngology
    Advanced in White Sponge Nevus
    Pediatric Otolaryngology

    Rady Children's Hospital San Diego

    3020 Childrens Way, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (5.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vijay Patel is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Patel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of White Sponge Nevus. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Choanal Atresia, Mastoiditis, White Sponge Nevus, Balloon Sinuplasty, and Osteotomy.

    Experienced in White Sponge Nevus
    Pediatric Otolaryngology
    Experienced in White Sponge Nevus
    Pediatric Otolaryngology

    Office

    3030 Childrens Way Ste 402, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Brigger is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Brigger is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of White Sponge Nevus. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Laryngomalacia, Tongue Tie, Tonsillitis, Adenoidectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in White Sponge Nevus
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in White Sponge Nevus
    Family Medicine

    Otay Community Clinic

    1637 Third Ave, 
    Chula Vista, CA 
     (10.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kathileen Orozco is a Family Medicine provider practicing medicine in Chula Vista, California. Dr. Orozco is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of White Sponge Nevus. Her clinical expertise encompasses White Sponge Nevus.

    Experienced in White Sponge Nevus
    Experienced in White Sponge Nevus

    Compass Dermatopathology Inc

    6605 Nancy Ridge Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (11.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Antoanella Calame is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Calame is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of White Sponge Nevus. She is also highly rated in 86 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seborrheic Keratosis, Warts, Acrospiroma, Syringocystadenoma Papilliferum, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Experienced in White Sponge Nevus
    Experienced in White Sponge Nevus

    Dermatology Professionals Inc

    9878 Hibert St Ste 100, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (12.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Bradshaw is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Bradshaw is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of White Sponge Nevus. He is also highly rated in 39 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Actinic Keratosis, Warts, Muir-Torre Syndrome, and Hyperkeratosis Lenticularis Perstans.

    Experienced in White Sponge Nevus
    Dermatology
    Experienced in White Sponge Nevus
    Dermatology
    8899 University Center Ln # 350, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (11.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Veronica Shi is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Shi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of White Sponge Nevus. She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Sunburn, Actinic Keratosis, and Warts.

    Experienced in White Sponge Nevus
    Experienced in White Sponge Nevus
    8899 University Center Ln # 350, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (11.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Genevieve Kaunitz is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Kaunitz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of White Sponge Nevus. She is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Sunburn, Actinic Keratosis, and Warts.

    Experienced in White Sponge Nevus
    Public Health and Preventive Medicine
    Experienced in White Sponge Nevus
    Public Health and Preventive Medicine

    Center For Neurological Study

    9850 Genesee Ave Ste 320, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (12.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Monica Perlman is a Public Health and Preventive Medicine provider practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Perlman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of White Sponge Nevus. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Vitamin D Deficiency, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Muscle Spasms, and Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP).

    Experienced in White Sponge Nevus
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in White Sponge Nevus
    Otolaryngology

    California Head And Neck Specialists

    5405 Oberlin Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (12.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    41+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Qing Tian is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 41 years. Dr. Tian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of White Sponge Nevus. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Perichondritis, Nasal Septal Hematoma, and Low Nasal Bridge. Dr. Tian is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology.

    Experienced in White Sponge Nevus
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in White Sponge Nevus
    Otolaryngology

    California Head And Neck Specialists

    5405 Oberlin Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (12.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    27+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vishal Banthia is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 27 years. Dr. Banthia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of White Sponge Nevus. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteochondroma, Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder, Low Nasal Bridge, Nasal Septal Hematoma, and Balloon Sinuplasty. Dr. Banthia is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology.

    Experienced in White Sponge Nevus
    Experienced in White Sponge Nevus
    8701 Cuyamaca St, 
    Santee, CA 
     (13.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Aleshaki is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Santee, California. Dr. Aleshaki is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of White Sponge Nevus. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Kaposiform Hemangioendothelioma, Hemangioendothelioma, Hemangioma, and Actinic Keratosis.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of White Sponge Nevus?

    White sponge nevus is a condition characterized by the formation of white patches of tissue called nevi (singular: nevus) that appear as thickened, velvety, sponge-like tissue. The nevi are most commonly found on the moist lining of the mouth (oral mucosa), especially on the inside of the cheeks (buccal mucosa). Affected individuals usually develop multiple nevi. Rarely, white sponge nevi also occur on the mucosae (singular: mucosa) of the nose, esophagus, genitals, or anus. The nevi are caused by a noncancerous (benign) overgrowth of cells.

    When should I see a White Sponge Nevus doctor near San Diego, 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 White Sponge Nevus doctor near San Diego, 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 White Sponge Nevus doctors near San Diego, 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 White Sponge Nevus doctors near San Diego, 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 White Sponge Nevus doctor near San Diego, 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 White Sponge Nevus doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different White Sponge Nevus 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 White Sponge Nevus doctor near San Diego, 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 White Sponge Nevus 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 White Sponge Nevus 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 White Sponge Nevus doctors near San Diego, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the White Sponge Nevus 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 White Sponge Nevus doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the White Sponge Nevus 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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