Summary

Dr. James Taft is a dermatologist who brings 37 years of experience to his practice in California. He earned his medical degree from Kansas City University of Medicine & Bioscience College of Osteopathic Medicine, establishing a strong foundation in osteopathic medicine. Dr. Taft is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations throughout the area.

Dr. Taft practices at Pacific Dermatology Specialists with locations in Downey and Redondo Beach, and maintains hospital privileges at Saint Francis Hospital and Heart Center. He specializes in treating various skin conditions including pregnancy-related skin changes, dyshidrotic eczema, and atopic dermatitis. His expertise extends to performing skin biopsies and genital skin biopsies when diagnostic evaluation is needed. Patients consistently rate Dr. Taft highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 37 years of experience
  • 13 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 16 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. James Daniel Taft has 2 locations

Pacific Dermatology Specialists

11525 Brookshire Ave Ste 101Downey, CA 90241
Mon9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 1:00 pm
SunClosed

Pacific Dermatology Specialists

217 Avenida Del NorteRedondo Beach, CA 90277
Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. James Daniel Taft, DOJacquiline Hakim, MDDr. Anna Chacon, MDDr. Alina G Bridges, MD, FAAD
DermatologyDermatologyDermatologyDermatology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.6 
37 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Arabic Speaks English, Spanish, French Speaks English
Downey , CABeverly Hills , CAMiami , FLNew Hyde Park , NY
Med School: Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med Med School: Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific Med School: Brown Medical School Med School: University of Medicine and Dentistry of NJ- School of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Daniel Taft

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Health Net - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Daniel Taft has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Daniel Taft has the following 16 areas of expertise

  • Acne (Acne Vulgaris)
  • Acne (Acneiform Eruptions)
  • Acne Rosacea
  • Acne Scar (Acne Keloid)
  • Actinic Keratosis
  • Basal Cell
  • Eczema (Eczematous Skin Diseases)
  • Excision
  • Genetic Skin Diseases
  • Melanoma
  • Mole
  • Psoriasis
  • Rash
  • Rosacea
  • Skin Biopsy
  • Skin Cancer

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Doctor Of Osteopathy, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic MedGraduated in 1989

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Which hospitals is Dr. James Taft affiliated with?
Dr. James Taft is affiliated with Saint Francis Hospital And Heart Center.

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