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    MediFind found 250 doctor with experience in Ascites near Oakland, CA. Of these, 186 are Experienced, 39 are Advanced, 24 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    250 providers found
      Distinguished in Ascites
      Interventional Radiology | Radiology
      Distinguished in Ascites
      Interventional Radiology | Radiology

      Bay Imaging Consultants Medical Group Inc

      350 Hawthorne Ave, 
      Oakland, CA 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Patrick Gonzales is an Interventional Radiologist and a Radiologist in Oakland, California. Dr. Gonzales is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Visceromegaly, Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Gastrostomy.

      Distinguished in Ascites
      Interventional Radiology | Radiology
      Distinguished in Ascites
      Interventional Radiology | Radiology

      Bay Imaging Consultants Medical Group Inc

      3000 Telegraph Ave, 
      Oakland, CA 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Erik Gaensler is an Interventional Radiologist and a Radiologist in Oakland, California. Dr. Gaensler is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Gastrostomy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

      What does Elite, Distinguished, Advanced, Experienced mean?
      Distinguished in Ascites
      Distinguished in Ascites

      Stanford Health Care

      5800 Hollis St, 
      Emeryville, CA 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Andrew Shon is a Radiologist in Emeryville, California. Dr. Shon is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Colonic Malakoplakia, Ascites, and Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3.

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      Distinguished in Ascites
      Distinguished in Ascites

      Stanford Health Care

      6121 Hollis St, 
      Emeryville, CA 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Luyao Shen is a Radiologist in Emeryville, California. Dr. Shen is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. Her top areas of expertise are Ascites, Visceromegaly, Colonic Malakoplakia, Splenectomy, and Liver Embolization.

      Distinguished in Ascites
      Distinguished in Ascites

      Stanford Health Care

      6121 Hollis St, 
      Emeryville, CA 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Luke Yoon is a Radiologist in Emeryville, California. Dr. Yoon is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Colonic Malakoplakia, Ascites, Visceromegaly, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

      Distinguished in Ascites
      Interventional Radiology | Radiology
      Distinguished in Ascites
      Interventional Radiology | Radiology

      Bay Imaging Consultants Medical Group Inc

      2450 Ashby Ave, 
      Berkeley, CA 
       (3.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Robert Kim is an Interventional Radiologist and a Radiologist in Berkeley, California. Dr. Kim is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Angiomyoma, Uterine Fibroids, Gastrostomy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

      Distinguished in Ascites
      Interventional Radiology | Radiology
      Distinguished in Ascites
      Interventional Radiology | Radiology

      Bay Imaging Consultants Medical Group Inc

      2450 Ashby Ave, 
      Berkeley, CA 
       (3.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Richard Hong is an Interventional Radiologist and a Radiologist in Berkeley, California. Dr. Hong is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Gastrostomy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

      Elite in Ascites
      Gastroenterology
      Elite in Ascites
      Gastroenterology

      Ucsf Dept Of Surgery

      505 Parnassus Ave, 
      San Francisco, CA 
       (10.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Jennifer Lai is a Gastroenterologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Lai is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. Her top areas of expertise are Liver Failure, Cirrhosis, Ascites, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant.

      Raphael B. Merriman
      Distinguished in Ascites
      Distinguished in Ascites

      Van Ness Campus MOB

      1100 Van Ness Avenue, Floor 3, 
      San Francisco, CA 
       (8.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Raphael Merriman is a Hepatologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Merriman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Visceromegaly, Enlarged Liver, and Liver Transplant. Dr. Merriman is currently accepting new patients.

      Richard T. Frederick
      Distinguished in Ascites
      Distinguished in Ascites

      Van Ness Campus Medical Office Building

      1100 Van Ness Avenue, Floor 3, 
      San Francisco, CA 
       (8.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Richard Frederick is a Hepatologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Frederick is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Visceromegaly, Cirrhosis, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy. Dr. Frederick is currently accepting new patients.

      Timothy J. Davern
      Distinguished in Ascites
      Distinguished in Ascites

      Van Ness Campus Medical Office Building

      1100 Van Ness Avenue, Floor 3, 
      San Francisco, CA 
       (8.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Timothy Davern is a Hepatologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Davern is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Liver Failure, Autoimmune Hepatitis, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy. Dr. Davern is currently accepting new patients.

      Sonia Garg
      Experienced in Ascites
      Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology
      Experienced in Ascites
      Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology

      Oakland Care Center

      350 30th Street, Suite 411, 
      Oakland, CA 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Experience:
      16+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Sonia Garg is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Oakland, California. Dr. Garg has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. Her top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Cardiomyopathy, Pulmonary Edema, Heart Transplant, and Lung Transplant. Dr. Garg is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Ascites
      Radiology | Interventional Radiology
      Advanced in Ascites
      Radiology | Interventional Radiology

      Oakland Medical Center

      3600 Broadway, Lower Level, 
      Oakland, CA 
       (1.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Thomas Urbania is a Radiologist and an Interventional Radiologist in Oakland, California. Dr. Urbania is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, Congenital Giant Megaureter, Bronchogenic Cyst, and Pleurisy. Dr. Urbania is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Ascites
      Radiology | Interventional Radiology
      Advanced in Ascites
      Radiology | Interventional Radiology

      Alameda Health System

      1411 E 31st St, 
      Oakland, CA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Kien Vuu is a Radiologist and an Interventional Radiologist in Oakland, California. Dr. Vuu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy, Ascites, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Endoscopy.

      Advanced in Ascites
      Interventional Radiology | Radiology | Pain Medicine
      Advanced in Ascites
      Interventional Radiology | Radiology | Pain Medicine

      Alameda Health System

      1411 E 31st St, 
      Oakland, CA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Experience:
      16+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Mujtaba Ali is an Interventional Radiologist and a Radiologist in Oakland, California. Dr. Ali has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Boils, Pleurisy, Liver Embolization, and Bone Graft.

      Advanced in Ascites
      Advanced in Ascites

      Stanford Health Care

      5800 Hollis St, 
      Emeryville, CA 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Peter Poullos is a Radiologist in Emeryville, California. Dr. Poullos is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, and Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1.

      Advanced in Ascites
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Ascites
      Family Medicine

      Permanente Medical Group Inc

      2417 Central Ave, 
      Alameda, CA 
       (3.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Tony Villena is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Alameda, California. Dr. Villena is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Advanced in Ascites
      Interventional Radiology
      Advanced in Ascites
      Interventional Radiology

      Ucsf Medical Group Business Services

      3100 San Pablo Ave, 
      Berkeley, CA 
       (3.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Rajesh Shah is an Interventional Radiologist in Berkeley, California. Dr. Shah is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Liver Cancer, Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Ascites, Stent Placement, and Vertebroplasty.

      Advanced in Ascites
      Advanced in Ascites

      Ucsf Medical Group Business Services

      3100 San Pablo Ave, 
      Berkeley, CA 
       (3.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Spencer Behr is a Radiologist in Berkeley, California. Dr. Behr is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ureterocele, Neuroendocrine Tumor, WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Prostatectomy.

      Advanced in Ascites
      Interventional Radiology | Radiology
      Advanced in Ascites
      Interventional Radiology | Radiology

      Bay Imaging Consultants Medical Group Inc

      2450 Ashby Ave, 
      Berkeley, CA 
       (3.6 miles away)
      Experience:
      9+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jason Ni is an Interventional Radiologist and a Radiologist in Berkeley, California. Dr. Ni has been practicing medicine for over 9 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Ascites, Pleural Effusion, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Liver Embolization.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      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 Oakland, 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 Oakland, 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 Oakland, 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 Oakland, 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 Oakland, 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 Oakland, 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 Oakland, 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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