The 20 Best Ascites Doctors Near Me in Chico, CA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 23 doctor with experience in Ascites near Chico, CA. Of these, 14 are Experienced, 6 are Advanced and 3 are Distinguished.

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23 providers found
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Distinguished in Ascites

    Chico Mri Partners

    Chico, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John Brannen is a Radiologist in Chico, California. Dr. Brannen is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Lung Nodules, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty.

    Christopher D. Ladd
    Experienced in Ascites
    Radiology | Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Radiology | Neuroradiology

    Enloe Medical Center

    Chico, CA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Philosophy of care | I make sure to understand your needs and circumstances to provide you the greatest benefit. | Why I entered medicine | My love of science and hope of making a difference led to a medical career. | Community involvement | Church groups | Personal interests | I like music, technology, skiing and fitness. Dr. Ladd is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Vertigo, Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG), Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, and Pleurisy.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology

    Enloe Health

    Chico, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Pallav Shah is an Interventional Radiologist in Chico, California. Dr. Shah has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Ascites, Visceromegaly, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.

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    Experienced in Ascites
    Radiology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Radiology

    Enloe Health

    Chico, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kevin Nash is a Radiologist in Chico, California. Dr. Nash is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Experienced in Ascites

    North State Radiology Medical Group Inc

    Chico, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Warren is a Radiologist in Chico, California. Dr. Warren is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Lung Nodules, Pleurisy, and Pleural Effusion.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Experienced in Ascites

    North State Radiology Medical Group Inc

    Chico, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Craig Letner is a Radiologist in Chico, California. Dr. Letner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, and Osteopenia.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Radiology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Radiology

    Enloe Health

    Chico, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sagar Wagle is a Radiologist in Chico, California. Dr. Wagle is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Bowlegs, Knock Knees, Progressive Osseous Heteroplasia, and Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Experienced in Ascites

    North State Radiology Medical Group Inc

    Chico, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gregory Lauten is a Radiologist in Chico, California. Dr. Lauten is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Ascites, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Graft.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology
    Advanced in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology

    Enloe Health

    Chico, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marco Floridia is an Interventional Radiologist in Chico, California. Dr. Floridia is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Pleurisy, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Ascites
    Internal Medicine

    David Alonso MD Inc.

    564 Rio Lindo Ave Ste 102, 
    Chico, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Alonso is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Chico, California. Dr. Alonso is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), Ascites, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, and Osteoporosis.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology

    Enloe Medical Center

    111 Raley Blvd Ste 100, 
    Chico, CA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shaheen Rasheed is a Gastroenterologist in Chico, California. Dr. Rasheed is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Esophagitis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Esophageal Varices, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology

    Enloe Medical Center

    111 Raley Blvd Ste 100, 
    Chico, CA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Craig Aronchick is a Gastroenterologist in Chico, California. Dr. Aronchick is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Acute Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology

    Enloe Medical Center

    111 Raley Blvd Ste 100, 
    Chico, CA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Fong-kuei Cheng is a Gastroenterologist in Chico, California. Dr. Cheng is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Ascites, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Radiology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Radiology

    Feather River Hospital

    5974 Pentz Rd, 
    Paradise, CA 
     (14.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Wu is a Radiologist in Paradise, California. Dr. Wu is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Thyroid Nodule, Visceromegaly, Tracheobronchopathia Osteoplastica, and Thyroidectomy.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology

    Enloe Health

    Chico, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Ueda is an Interventional Radiologist in Chico, California. Dr. Ueda is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Breast Lump, Emphysema, Galactocoele, and Breast Infection.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Radiology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Radiology

    North State Radiology Medical Group Inc

    Chico, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lara Bussey is a Radiologist in Chico, California. Dr. Bussey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. Her top areas of expertise are Melorheostosis, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Osteopenia, and Breast Lump.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Experienced in Ascites

    Enloe Health

    Chico, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Palmer is a Radiologist in Chico, California. Dr. Palmer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Tenosynovitis, Headache, Lung Nodules, and Vertigo.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology

    Enloe Medical Center

    111 Raley Blvd Ste 100, 
    Chico, CA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Peter Bangsund is a Gastroenterologist in Chico, California. Dr. Bangsund is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Esophagitis, Colitis, Lower Esophageal Ring, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology

    Enloe Medical Center

    111 Raley Blvd Ste 100, 
    Chico, CA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stephen Pearce is a Gastroenterologist in Chico, California. Dr. Pearce is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Enlarged Liver, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Ascites
    Internal Medicine

    North Valley Internal Medicine

    85 Declaration Dr Ste 110, 
    Chico, CA 
     (11.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vimali Paul is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Chico, California. Dr. Paul is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. Her top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Ascites.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Ascites?

    Ascites is the build-up of fluid in the space between the lining of the abdomen and abdominal organs.

    When should I see an Ascites doctor near Chico, CA?

    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 Ascites doctor near Chico, CA?

    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 Ascites doctors near Chico, CA?

    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 Ascites doctors near Chico, CA?

    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 Ascites doctor near Chico, CA?

    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 Ascites doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Ascites 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 Ascites doctor near Chico, CA?

    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 Ascites 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 Ascites 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 Ascites doctors near Chico, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Ascites 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 Ascites doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Ascites 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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