The 20 Best Ascites Doctors Near Me in San Diego, CA

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The 20 Best Ascites Doctors near San Diego, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 242 doctor with experience in Ascites near San Diego, CA. Of these, 162 are Experienced, 64 are Advanced and 16 are Distinguished.

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242 providers found
    Advanced in Ascites
    Advanced in Ascites

    IHS Radiology Medical Group Inc.

    150 W Washington St, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Lubisich is a Radiologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Lubisich is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Galactocoele, Breast Lump, and Breast Infection.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Advanced in Ascites

    IHS Radiology Medical Group Inc.

    150 W Washington St, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    47+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Schechter is a Radiologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Schechter has been practicing medicine for over 47 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Osteopenia, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, Thyroidectomy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Advanced in Ascites

    IHS Radiology Medical Group Inc.

    150 W Washington St, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Johnson is a Radiologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Johnson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Biliary Dyskinesia, Osteopenia, Melorheostosis, and Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis.

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    Advanced in Ascites
    Advanced in Ascites

    IHS Radiology Medical Group Inc.

    150 W Washington St, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Derrick Allen is a Radiologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Allen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Melorheostosis, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Advanced in Ascites

    Scripps Health

    4077 5th Ave, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sharjeel Sabir is a Radiologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Sabir is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), Ascites, Liver Embolization, and Stent Placement.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology

    UC San Diego

    200 W Arbor Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jonas Redmond is an Interventional Radiologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Redmond has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Thrombectomy, and Angioplasty.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology | Radiology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology | Radiology
    200 W Arbor Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gerant Rivera-Sanfeliz is an Interventional Radiologist and a Radiologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Rivera-Sanfeliz is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Cystic Fibrosis, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Gastrostomy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology

    UC San Diego

    200 W Arbor Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Zachary Berman is an Interventional Radiologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Berman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Liver Embolization, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology

    UC San Diego

    200 W Arbor Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Taddonio is an Interventional Radiologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Taddonio is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Congenital Arteriovenous Shunt, Gastrostomy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Radiology
    Advanced in Ascites
    Radiology

    UC San Diego

    200 W Arbor Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joy Liau is a Radiologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Liau is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. Her top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Ampullary Cancer, Ascites, Neuroendocrine Tumor, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Advanced in Ascites

    UC San Diego

    200 W Arbor Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    16+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Loehfelm is a Radiologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Loehfelm 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 Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer, Ascites, Gallbladder Disease, Lithotripsy, and Gallbladder Removal.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Advanced in Ascites

    UC San Diego

    200 W Arbor Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dorathy Tamayo is a Radiologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Tamayo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. Her top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Boils, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, and Ascites.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Advanced in Ascites

    UC San Diego

    200 W Arbor Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Cynthia Santillan is a Radiologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Santillan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. Her top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Ampullary Cancer, Ureterocele, Neuroendocrine Tumor, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Advanced in Ascites

    UC San Diego

    200 W Arbor Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Giovanna Casola is a Radiologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Casola is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. Her top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Ureterocele, and Pancreatic Cancer.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Advanced in Ascites

    UC San Diego

    200 W Arbor Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Katherine Richman is a Radiologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Richman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. Her top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Ureterocele, and Gallbladder Disease.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Radiology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Radiology

    Sharp Memorial Hospital

    7901 Frost St, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (5.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    47+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Lyon is a Radiologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Lyon has been practicing medicine for over 47 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Ureterocele, Lung Cancer, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Graft.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Neuroradiology

    IHS Radiology Medical Group Inc.

    150 W Washington St, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Cooper is a Neuroradiologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Cooper is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Herniated Disk, Osteopenia, Melorheostosis, and Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Radiology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Radiology

    IHS Radiology Medical Group Inc.

    150 W Washington St, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brian Trinh is a Radiologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Trinh has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Herniated Disk, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Visceromegaly, and Orchiectomy.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Experienced in Ascites

    IHS Radiology Medical Group Inc.

    150 W Washington St, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Doemeny is a Radiologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Doemeny is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Thyroidectomy.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Experienced in Ascites

    IHS Radiology Medical Group Inc.

    150 W Washington St, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Buckley is a Radiologist in San Diego, California. Dr. Buckley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Melorheostosis, Osteopenia, and Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    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 San Diego, 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 San Diego, 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 San Diego, 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 San Diego, 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 San Diego, 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 San Diego, 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 San Diego, 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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