Summary

Dr. Gilbert Gelfand is a board-certified rheumatologist and internal medicine physician who earned his medical degree from Universitat Autonoma De Barcelona Facultat De Medicina. He completed his residency training at Maimonides Medical Center and brings over five decades of clinical experience to his practice. Dr. Gelfand is fluent in Chinese, English, and Spanish, enabling him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Gelfand practices at multiple locations throughout California, including Whittier and Lakewood, with affiliations at PIH Health Hospital Whittier, Whittier Hospital Medical Center, and UCI Health Lakewood. He specializes in treating complex bone and joint conditions such as osteoporosis and rheumatoid arthritis, including juvenile osteoporosis in younger patients. His expertise includes providing infusion therapy and intravenous chemotherapy treatments for autoimmune and inflammatory conditions. Patients rate Dr. Gelfand 3.9 out of 5 stars on average for his care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.9
  • 51 years of experience
  • speaks Chinese, English, Spanish
  • Maimonides Medical Center
  • 12 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 21 areas of expertise
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Gilbert Frank Gelfand has 4 locations

Amicus Arthritis And Osteoporosis Center Inc

12456 Washington BlvdWhittier, CA 90602
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Pih Health Hospital Whittier

12401 Washington BlvdWhittier, CA 90602

Uci Health Lakewood

3700 South StLakewood, CA 90712

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3.9 
4.8 
51 Years of Experience 35 Years of Experience 46 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Chinese, English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Whittier , CACerritos , CAHUNTINGTON PARK , CAValley Village , CA
Med School: Universitat Autonoma De Barcelona Facultat De Medicina Med School: Rural Medical College Of Pravara Medical Trust Med School: Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Gilbert Frank Gelfand

  • Accepts Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Gilbert Frank Gelfand has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Gilbert Frank Gelfand has the following 21 areas of expertise

  • Ankylosing Spondylitis
  • Arthritis
  • Central Nervous System Lupus Vasculitis (CNS Lupus Vasculitis)
  • Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
  • Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Gout
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Internal Medicine
  • Joint Arthritis (Periarthritis)
  • Lupus
  • Lupus Nephritis
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Osteoporosis
  • Polymyalgia Rheumatica
  • Psoriatic Arthritis
  • Rheumatic Diseases
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Sjogren's Syndrome
  • Tendinitis

Certifications, License, & Education

51 Years Experience

Dr. Gilbert Frank Gelfand holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Maimonides Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Universitat Autonoma De Barcelona Facultat De Medicina in 1975.

NPI Number

Dr. Gelfand's NPI number is 1942247580.

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Where is Dr. Gilbert Gelfand's office located?
Dr. Gilbert Gelfand's office is located at 12456 Washington Blvd, Whittier, CA, 90602.
Which hospitals is Dr. Gilbert Gelfand affiliated with?
Dr. Gilbert Gelfand is affiliated with Pih Health Hospital Whittier, Whittier Hospital Medical Center, and Uci Health Lakewood.
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