The 20 Best Appendicitis Doctors Near Me in south miami, FL

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 54 doctor with experience in Appendicitis near south miami, FL. Of these, 39 are Experienced and 15 are Advanced.

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54 providers found
    Advanced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Baptist Health Surgery | Kendall (Baptist Hospital)

    8950 N Kendall Dr Ste 601W, 
    Miami, FL 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Wilmer Mata is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Miami, Florida. Dr. Mata is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholecystitis, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Mata is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Baptist Health Surgery | Kendall (Baptist Hospital)

    8950 N Kendall Dr Ste 601W, 
    Miami, FL 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Norwegian, Portuguese, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dan Ruiz is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Miami, Florida. Dr. Ruiz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Hemorrhoids, Ogilvie Syndrome, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Ruiz is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Appendicitis
    Pediatric Surgery
    Advanced in Appendicitis
    Pediatric Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Kidz Medical Services Inc

    5955 Ponce De Leon Blvd, 
    Coral Gables, FL 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Melvyn Karp is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Coral Gables, Florida. Dr. Karp is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Appendicitis, Hypoplasia of the Tibia with Polydactyly, Atresia of Small Intestine, and Hirschsprung Disease. Dr. Karp is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery
    Referral may be required
    5555 Ponce De Leon Boulevard, 
    Coral Gables, FL 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Cubas is a Bariatric Medicine specialist and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Coral Gables, Florida. Dr. Cubas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Cholecystitis, Endoscopy, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Cubas is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Baptist Health Surgery | Coral Gables (Doctors Hospital)

    5000 University Dr Ste 1200, 
    Coral Gables, FL 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Soni Chousleb is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Coral Gables, Florida. Dr. Chousleb is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, Cholecystitis, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Chousleb is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Baptist Health Surgery | Coral Gables (Doctors Hospital)

    5000 University Dr Ste 1200, 
    Coral Gables, FL 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Angel Betancourt is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Coral Gables, Florida. Dr. Betancourt is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ogilvie Syndrome, Cellulitis, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Betancourt is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Appendicitis
    Advanced in Appendicitis
    Referral may be required

    Baptist Health Surgery | Coral Gables (Doctors Hospital)

    5000 University Dr Ste 1200, 
    Coral Gables, FL 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Juan-carlos Verdeja is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Coral Gables, Florida. Dr. Verdeja is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cellulitis, Hernia, Femoral Hernia, Hernia Surgery, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Verdeja is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Appendicitis
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Appendicitis
    Family Medicine

    West Gables Rehabilitation Hospital

    2525 SW 75th Ave, 
    Miami, FL 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Rafael Abreu is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Miami, Florida. Dr. Abreu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. He is also highly rated in 51 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertensive Heart Disease, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Lung Metastases, Gastrostomy, and Prostatectomy. Dr. Abreu is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Palm Beach General Surgery LLC

    3683 S Miami Ave Ste 500, 
    Miami, FL 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Portuguese, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Limaris Barrios is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Miami, Florida. Dr. Barrios is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ogilvie Syndrome, Appendicitis, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Barrios is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Palm Beach General Surgery LLC

    3683 S Miami Ave Ste 500, 
    Miami, FL 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Steven Henriques is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Miami, Florida. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Henriques is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Lymphadenectomy, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Henriques is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Baptist Health Surgery | Kendall (Baptist Hospital)

    8950 N Kendall Dr Ste 601W, 
    Miami, FL 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Timothy Nowack is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Miami, Florida. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Nowack is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ogilvie Syndrome, Cholecystitis, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Small Bowel Resection, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Nowack is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Appendicitis
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Appendicitis
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    11605 SW 95th St, 
    Miami, FL 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Soroush Aghigh is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Miami, Florida. Dr. Aghigh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Coronary Syndrome, Necrosis, Stroke, Gastrostomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Aghigh is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Baptist Health Surgery | South Miami (South Miami Hospital)

    6200 SW 72nd St Ste 502, 
    South Miami,, FL 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Joel Calafell is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in South Miami,, Florida. Dr. Calafell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Cholecystitis, Ogilvie Syndrome, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Calafell is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Internal Medicine

    Baptist Health Primary Care | South Miami

    6280 Sunset Dr Ste 410, 
    South Miami, FL 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jose Vazquez is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in South Miami, Florida. Dr. Vazquez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His clinical expertise encompasses Appendicitis, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Thrombectomy. Dr. Vazquez is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Referral may be required

    Baptist Health Surgery | Coral Gables (Doctors Hospital)

    5000 University Dr Ste 1200, 
    Coral Gables,, FL 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Victor Maciel-Acevedo is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Coral Gables,, Florida. Dr. Maciel-Acevedo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Maciel-Acevedo is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Baptist Health Surgery | Coral Gables (Doctors Hospital)

    5000 University Dr Ste 1200, 
    Coral Gables, FL 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Benjamin Reed is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Coral Gables, Florida. Dr. Reed is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Perforation, Mediastinitis, Hernia, Gastric Bypass, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Reed is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Internal Medicine

    Baptist Health Doctors Hospital

    5000 University Dr, 
    Coral Gables, FL 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jessica Napuri is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Coral Gables, Florida. Dr. Napuri is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. Her clinical expertise encompasses Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Pericarditis, and Acute Kidney Failure. Dr. Napuri is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Miami Associates In Pediatric Surgery

    3200 SW 60th Ct Ste 201, 
    Miami, FL 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Italian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Leopoldo Malvezzi is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Miami, Florida. Dr. Malvezzi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Appendicitis, Pectus Carinatum, Appendectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Malvezzi is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Pediatric Surgery
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Pediatric Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Office

    3200 SW 60th Ct Ste 201, 
    Miami, FL 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, French, Italian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Fuad Alkhoury is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Miami, Florida. Dr. Alkhoury is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Duodenal Atresia, Atresia of Small Intestine, Appendicitis, Gallbladder Removal, and Endoscopy. Dr. Alkhoury is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Pediatric Surgery
    Experienced in Appendicitis
    Pediatric Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Nicklaus Children's Hospital

    3100 SW 62nd Ave, 
    Miami, FL 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Cathy Burnweit is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Miami, Florida. Dr. Burnweit is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Appendicitis. Her clinical expertise encompasses Appendicitis, Pectus Excavatum, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Appendicitis?

    Appendicitis is a condition in which your appendix gets inflamed. The appendix is a small pouch attached to the end of the large intestine.

    When should I see an Appendicitis doctor near south miami, FL?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing an Appendicitis doctor near south miami, FL?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Appendicitis doctors near south miami, FL?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Appendicitis doctors near south miami, FL?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with an Appendicitis doctor near south miami, FL?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Appendicitis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Appendicitis doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with an Appendicitis doctor near south miami, FL?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Appendicitis doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Appendicitis doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Appendicitis doctors near south miami, FL?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Appendicitis doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find an Appendicitis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Appendicitis doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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