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    MediFind found 79 doctor with experience in Shingles near Shafter, CA. Of these, 70 are Experienced and 9 are Advanced.

    Location:
    Shafter, CA, US
    79 providers found
    Family Medicine
    Family Medicine

    Vanguard Medical Corporation

    565 Kern St, 
    Shafter, CA 
     (0.2 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Chan Park is a Family Medicine provider in Shafter, California. Dr. Park and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Osteotomy, and Hip Replacement.

    Family Medicine | Internal Medicine
    Family Medicine | Internal Medicine

    Vanguard Medical Corporation

    565 Kern St, 
    Shafter, CA 
     (0.2 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jae Kim is a Family Medicine specialist and an Internal Medicine provider in Shafter, California. Dr. Kim and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Common Cold, Tension Headache, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Allergic Rhinitis.

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    General Practice | Internal Medicine
    General Practice | Internal Medicine

    Vanguard Medical Corporation

    565 Kern St, 
    Shafter, CA 
     (0.2 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jong Moon is a General Practice specialist and an Internal Medicine provider in Shafter, California. Dr. Moon and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Tracheitis, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Otitis, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

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    Family Medicine
    Family Medicine
    1040 7th St, 
    Wasco, CA 
     (7.3 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Isaac Sanchez is a Family Medicine provider in Wasco, California. Dr. Sanchez and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Internal Medicine
    Internal Medicine

    Downtown Wellness A California Medical Corporation

    2901 F St, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (16.2 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Carlos Alvarez is an Internal Medicine provider in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Alvarez and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Insomnia, and Hernia Surgery.

    Internal Medicine
    Internal Medicine

    Adventist Health Physicians Network

    4909 Centennial Plaza Way, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (12.2 mi)
    Experience:
    16+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Amolika Mangat is an Internal Medicine provider in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Mangat has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. Her top areas of expertise are Superficial Thrombophlebitis, Coccidioidomycosis, Thrombophlebitis, and Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency.

    General Practice
    General Practice
    217 Kern Avenue, 
    Mcfarland, CA 
     (12.4 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Carlo Amazona is a General Practice provider in Mcfarland, California. Dr. Amazona and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Vertigo, and Chronic Cough.

    Family Medicine
    Family Medicine

    Omni Family Health

    277 E Front St, 
    Buttonwillow, CA 
     (12.9 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ruben Comelli is a Family Medicine provider in Buttonwillow, California. Dr. Comelli and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Alveolar Echinococcosis, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Diabetic Neuropathy, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

    Family Medicine
    Family Medicine

    Emergency Physicians Urgent Care Inc

    9710 Brimhall Rd, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (13.0 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Armando Alvarez is a Family Medicine provider in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Alvarez and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Tracheitis, Cellulitis, H1N1 Influenza, and Lymphangitis.

    Internal Medicine
    Internal Medicine

    Sam Ratnayake, M.D., Inc

    7879 Rosedale Hwy, Suite 100, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (13.3 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Saman Ratnayake is an Internal Medicine provider in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Ratnayake and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Diverticular Disease, Pityriasis Rosea, Hip Replacement, and Endoscopy.

    Internal Medicine
    Internal Medicine

    Mesa West Medical Inc

    8327 Brimhall Rd, Suite 704, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (13.7 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    William Gilli is an Internal Medicine provider in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Gilli and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Coccidioidomycosis, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Hip Replacement, and Gastrostomy.

    Family Medicine
    Family Medicine

    Universal Healthcare Services, Inc.

    8303 Brimhall Rd, Bldg 1500, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (13.7 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ramesh Patel is a Family Medicine provider in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Patel and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Bronchitis, Parinaud Oculoglandular Syndrome, Cellulitis, and Scabies.

    Family Medicine
    Family Medicine
    8307 Brimhall Rd, Suite 1707, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (13.7 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    William Farr is a Family Medicine provider in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Farr and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Anemia, High Cholesterol, Behcet Disease, and Vertigo.

    Neurology | Psychiatry
    Neurology | Psychiatry

    Maheep Singh Birdi MD

    8307 Brimhall Rd, Suite 1702, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (13.7 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Maheep Birdi is a Neurologist and a Psychiatrist in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Birdi and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Invertebral Disc Disease, Migraine, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Seizures.

    Internal Medicine
    Internal Medicine

    Dignity Health Medical Foundation

    9500 Stockdale Hwy, Suite 103, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (13.8 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Howard Nizar is an Internal Medicine provider in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Nizar and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Sunken Fontanelles, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

    Family Medicine
    Family Medicine

    Sendas Northwest Urgent Care

    9450 Ming Ave, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (14.6 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Linh Ngo is a Family Medicine provider in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Ngo and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Bronchitis, Chronic Cough, Vertigo, and Fainting.

    Internal Medicine
    Internal Medicine

    Infusion And Clinical Services Inc

    901 Olive Dr, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (14.6 mi)
    Experience:
    40+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jonathan Akanno is an Internal Medicine provider in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Akanno has been practicing medicine for over 40 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Cough, Vertigo, Fainting, and Gonorrhea.

    Anesthesiology | Pain Medicine
    Anesthesiology | Pain Medicine
    6501 Truxtun Ave, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (14.8 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Deirdre Washington is an Anesthesiologist and a Pain Medicine provider in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Washington and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. Her top areas of expertise are Invertebral Disc Disease, Shingles, Cervical Spondylosis, and Chronic Pain.

    Infectious Disease
    Infectious Disease

    Ravi Patel M D Inc

    6501 Truxtun Ave, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (14.8 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Randolph Senining is an Infectious Disease provider in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Senining and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Coccidioidomycosis, Strep Throat, Syphilis, and Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA).

    Dermatology
    Dermatology

    Ravi Patel M D Inc

    6501 Truxtun Ave, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (14.8 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Neal Ammar is a Dermatologist in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Ammar and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevus, Familial Atypical Multiple Mole Melanoma Syndrome, and Giant Congenital Nevus.

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    Last Updated: 03/06/2025

    What is the definition of Shingles?

    Shingles (also known as herpes zoster) results from infection by the varicella zoster virus. This common virus causes chickenpox (also known as varicella), which is characterized by itchy spots on the skin that cover the whole body and usually occurs in childhood or adolescence. After the body fights the initial infection, the varicella zoster virus remains in nerve cells for the rest of a person's life. Because the virus is controlled by immune system cells called T cells, it is generally inactive (latent) and typically causes no health problems. However, in some people, the virus becomes active again (reactivates) and causes shingles. Shingles can occur at any age, although it is rare in childhood and becomes more common after age 50.

    When should I see a Shingles doctor near Shafter, 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 Shingles doctor near Shafter, 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 Shingles doctors near Shafter, 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 Shingles doctors near Shafter, 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 Shingles doctor near Shafter, 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 Shingles doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Shingles 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 Shingles doctor near Shafter, 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 Shingles 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 Shingles 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 Shingles doctors near Shafter, CA?

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

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