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Dr. Ashkan Ara is a rheumatologist and internal medicine physician who brings 17 years of experience to treating patients with complex autoimmune and inflammatory conditions. He earned his medical degree from Iran University of Medical Sciences and has dedicated his career to helping patients manage conditions that affect the joints, muscles, and immune system.
Dr. Ara practices at locations in Los Angeles and Long Beach, providing comprehensive care for patients with systemic lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis, and joint pain. His expertise includes performing specialized immunology and serology testing to diagnose autoimmune diseases. He also conducts immunoglobulin testing to evaluate immune system function and help guide treatment decisions for his patients.
Dr. Ara practices at locations in Los Angeles and Long Beach, providing comprehensive care for patients with systemic lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis, and joint pain. His expertise includes performing specialized immunology and serology testing to diagnose autoimmune diseases. He also conducts immunoglobulin testing to evaluate immune system function and help guide treatment decisions for his patients.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 17 years of experience
- 22 insurance plans accepted
- Iran University Of Medical Sciences (Iums)
- 2 specialties
- 1 area of expertise
- 2 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Ashkan Foad Ara has 2 locationsWestwood Specialty Care
200 Medical Plzste 365-BLos Angeles, CA 90095Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. Ashkan Foad Ara, MD | Dr. Yadira Valles-Ayoub | Dr. Michael Mahoost | Dr. Thomas Herald Rea |
| Rheumatology | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Dermatology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 17 Years of Experience | 71 Years of Experience | ||
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | |
| Los Angeles , CA | Chatsworth , CA | Los Angeles , CA | LOS ANGELES , CA |
| Med School: Iran University Of Medical Sciences (Iums) | Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School | ||
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ashkan Foad Ara
Medical Specialties
Dr. Ashkan Foad Ara has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Ashkan Foad Ara has the following area of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
17 Years Experience
Dr. Ashkan Foad Ara holds an active medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Iran University Of Medical Sciences (Iums) in 2009.
NPI Number
Dr. Ara's NPI number is 1679928477.
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- Dr. Ashkan Foad Ara's office is located at 200 Medical Plzste 365-B, Los Angeles, CA, 90095.
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