Summary

Dr. Howard Van Gelder is a rheumatologist who has dedicated 19 years to treating conditions affecting the joints, muscles, and connective tissues. He earned his medical degree from the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California and completed his residency at St. Mary Medical Center Dignity Health in Long Beach in 2011. Dr. Van Gelder then pursued specialized fellowship training at LAC-Olive View-UCLA Medical Center, finishing in 2013. He provides care in English for his patients.

Dr. Van Gelder practices at Facey Medical Group in Valencia, California, and maintains hospital privileges at UCI Health Lakewood. He focuses on managing rheumatoid arthritis and helping patients find relief from joint pain and stiffness. His expertise extends to treating osteoarthritis, providing comprehensive care for patients experiencing various forms of joint discomfort. Dr. Van Gelder utilizes diagnostic tools such as blood tests and X-rays of the spine and extremities to properly evaluate and monitor his patients' conditions. Patients rate him 4.9 out of 5 stars for his compassionate and thorough approach to rheumatologic care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 19 years of experience
  • 20 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • LAC-Olive View-UCLA Medical Center
  • 628 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Awards

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Office Location

Facey Medical Group - Valencia Specialty

23803 McBean Pkwy Ste 202Valencia, CA 91355

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Howard Jonathan Van Gelder, MDDr. Kei-Lwun YeeDr. Jenice Xinyu CheahDr. Max Pashall Krall
RheumatologyInternal MedicineInternal MedicineRheumatology
Accepts New Patients
4.9 
19 Years of Experience 5 Years of Experience 5 Years of Experience 5 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Valencia , CAWest Hollywood , CALos Angeles , CAPhiladelphia , PA
Med School: Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California Med School: Eastern Virginia Medical School Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Howard Jonathan Van Gelder

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna PPO
  • Anthem Blue Cross - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross Medicare Advantage
  • Anthem Blue Cross PPO
  • Blue Shield of CA HMO
  • Blue Shield of CA HMO - Trio
  • Blue Shield of CA Medicare Advantage
  • Cigna HMO
  • Cigna PPO
  • Coventry/First Health PPO
  • Health Net - Medicare Advantage
  • Health Net Cal MediConnect HMO
  • Health Net PPO
  • HealthSmart (Interplan) PPO
  • Humana Medicare Advantage
  • Multiplan PPO
  • SCAN Medicare Advantage
  • US Family Health Plan - TriCare
  • Vivity by Anthem Blue Cross

Medical Specialties

Howard Jonathan Van Gelder has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Howard Jonathan Van Gelder has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Gout
  • Lupus
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Rheumatic Diseases
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Rheumatologist
  • Tendinitis

Certifications, License, & Education

19 Years Experience

Howard Jonathan Van Gelder 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

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at LAC-Olive View-UCLA Medical Center in 2013.

Residency

Completed their residency at St Mary Medical Center Dignity Health Long Beach in 2011.

Medical School

Graduated from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California in 2007.

NPI Number

Howard Jonathan Van Gelder's NPI number is 1932343829.

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