Title: Rheumatologist and Allergist
Company: Dennis W. DelPaine MD Inc.
Location: Stockton, California, United States
Dennis W. DelPaine, MD, rheumatologist and allergist at Dennis W. DelPaine MD Inc., has been recognized by Marquis Who’s Who Top Doctors for dedication, achievements, and leadership in health care.
Dr. DelPaine, a distinguished and board-certified rheumatologist and allergist, has been at the helm of his practice, Dennis W. DelPaine MD Inc., for over four decades. Since opening his practice in 1983 in Stockton, California, he has provided specialized care to patients suffering from immunological disorders and seasonal allergies. He is also sought after for his expertise as a joint and arthritis specialist. Dr. DelPaine, who sees children through adults at his office, is known for his caring and compassionate nature, tending to the needs of his patients and helping them find relief.
Throughout his tenure in medicine, Dr. DelPaine has garnered success primarily through word of mouth. His extensive medical background and the strong support he has received from the medical community and beyond have been pivotal to his longevity as a premier physician in this area of the field. Throughout his career, Dr. DelPaine has been affiliated with several surrounding medical facilities, including Dameron Hospital, Sutter Amador Hospital and St. Joseph’s Medical Center-Stockton.
Following his undergraduate studies, Dr. DelPaine earned a Doctor of Medicine from the Berkeley School of Medicine at the University of California in 1977. Additional educational pursuits to his credit included an internship at Los Angeles County University of Southern California Medical Center, followed by a residency at the University of California and a second residency at the University of California, Irvine Medical Center. Dr. DelPaine is a board-certified internal medicine, allergy, immunology and rheumatology physician, making him highly qualified. He also speaks several languages, including English, Spanish and Castilian.
Beyond his medical endeavors, Dr. DelPaine has been heavily engaged in community initiatives, including as a member of Rotary International. He has also served as an organizer for Read at Home.
During his many years as a practicing physician, Dr. DelPaine has been fortunate to have helped hundreds of patients recover, including several patients who had been misdiagnosed by several prestigious institutions, including the University of California, San Francisco and Stanford University, regarding rare illnesses. One significant case involved a female who was suffering from cryofibrin-associated periodic syndrome, a condition that causes fevers, rashes and arthritis without a clear pattern. She had been hospitalized for three weeks at Stanford, followed by another three weeks at the University of California, San Francisco without a diagnosis. After being referred to Dr. DelPaine, he was able to correctly diagnose her condition and prescribe her a monthly injection, and she is now healthy and symptom-free.
As he anticipates the future of his career, Dr. DelPaine’s goal is to expand his practice by acquiring several additional partners to add to his team. He presently has one nurse practitioner at his office and aims to attract more health care professionals to address the ongoing needs of the underserved community he serves. As one of just three rheumatologists in the area, Dr. DelPaine notes a real need for additional support in this niche area of the field. Notably, rheumatologists are often the last consult when other specialists have exhausted their options. Ultimately, Dr. DelPaine aims to create a legacy for his work as a leading authority in this vital area of medicine.
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