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

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 214 doctor with experience in Ascites near San Pedro, CA. Of these, 162 are Experienced, 42 are Advanced and 10 are Distinguished.

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214 providers found
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Distinguished in Ascites
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    Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center San Pedro

    1300 W 7th St, 
    San Pedro, CA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Stein is a Radiologist practicing medicine in San Pedro, California. Dr. Stein is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Lump, Ascites, Breast Infection, and Fibrocystic Breast Disease. Dr. Stein is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology
    Advanced in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology
    Referral may be required

    Harbor-UCLA Medical Center

    1000 W Carson St, 
    Torrance, CA 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Park is an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in Torrance, California. Dr. Park is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Ascites, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Ascites
    Internal Medicine

    Oncology Physicians Network Of California PC

    1043 Elm Ave, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kiem Liem is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Long Beach, California. Dr. Liem is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Thrombocytopenia, Dehydration, and Breast Cancer. Dr. Liem is board certified in Internal Medicine (Sub: Medical Oncology), Internal Medicine (Sub: Hematology), American Board Internal Medicine, and Internal Medicine. Dr. Liem is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Ascites
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Ascites
    Internal Medicine

    St. Isabel Family Medical Clinic Inc.

    1535 Lomita Blvd, 
    Harbor City, CA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Maurice Bell is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Harbor City, California. Dr. Bell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Renovascular Hypertension, Enlarged Liver, Sepsis, Gallbladder Removal, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Bell is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and Internal Medicine.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology | Radiology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology | Radiology
    Referral may be required

    Torrance Memorial Medical Center

    3330 Lomita Blvd, 
    Torrance, CA 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients

    Dennis Son is an Interventional Radiologist and a Radiologist practicing medicine in Torrance, California. Dr. Son is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 40 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Visceromegaly, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Ascites, Liver Embolization, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Son is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Referral may be required

    St. Mary Medical Center Long Beach

    1050 Linden Ave, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Bassam Zahlan is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Long Beach, California. Dr. Zahlan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Ascites, Gallbladder Disease, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Zahlan is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Referral may be required

    St. Mary Medical Center Long Beach

    1050 Linden Ave, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Gregory Vanley is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Long Beach, California. Dr. Vanley is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Ascites, and Bronchogenic Cyst. Dr. Vanley is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Radiology | Interventional Radiology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Radiology | Interventional Radiology
    Referral may be required
    4101 Torrance Boulevard, 
    Torrance, CA 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Richard Sullivan is a Radiologist and an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in Torrance, California. Dr. Sullivan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Thyroid Nodule, Pleurisy, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft. Dr. Sullivan is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Advanced in Ascites
    Referral may be required

    Manhattan Beach Imaging And Interventional Center

    2200 N Sepulveda Blvd, 
    Manhattan Beach, CA 
     (12.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Douek is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Manhattan Beach, California. Dr. Douek is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thyroid Nodule, Appendicitis, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, and Visceromegaly. Dr. Douek is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Ascites
    Internal Medicine

    Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center San Pedro

    1300 W 7th St, 
    San Pedro, CA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Binh Dang is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Pedro, California. Dr. Dang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Stroke, Lymphangitis, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Ascites
    Family Medicine

    Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center San Pedro

    1300 W 7th St, 
    San Pedro, CA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jaskaran Dhingsa is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in San Pedro, California. Dr. Dhingsa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Pneumonia, Stroke, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Experienced in Ascites

    Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center San Pedro

    1300 W 7th St, 
    San Pedro, CA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Israel Hernandez-Arce is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Pedro, California. Dr. Hernandez-Arce is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Stroke, Rhabdomyolysis, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Robert M. Webman, M.D., Inc.

    1360 W 6th St, 
    San Pedro, CA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Webman is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in San Pedro, California. Dr. Webman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Esophagitis, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Webman is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology
    Referral may be required

    South Bay Medical Center

    25825 S Vermont Avenue, 
    Harbor City, CA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Cameron Manbeian is an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in Harbor City, California. Dr. Manbeian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Thyroid Nodule, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, and Peritonitis. Dr. Manbeian is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Experienced in Ascites
    Referral may be required

    Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center

    25825 Vermont Ave, 
    Harbor City, CA 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Arash Afari is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Harbor City, California. Dr. Afari is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy, Lung Nodules, Gallbladder Disease, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Afari is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology | Radiology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology | Radiology
    Referral may be required

    South Bay Medical Center

    25825 Vermont Ave, 
    Harbor City, CA 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Edward Kalinowski is an Interventional Radiologist and a Radiologist practicing medicine in Harbor City, California. Dr. Kalinowski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His clinical expertise encompasses Neonatal Ovarian Cyst, Thyroid Nodule, Ascites, and Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. Dr. Kalinowski is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Radiology | Interventional Radiology | Nuclear Medicine
    Experienced in Ascites
    Radiology | Interventional Radiology | Nuclear Medicine
    Referral may be required

    South Bay Medical Center

    25825 Vermont Ave, 
    Harbor City, CA 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Vadim Tsesin is a Radiologist and an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in Harbor City, California. Dr. Tsesin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His clinical expertise encompasses Neonatal Ovarian Cyst, Fractured Spine, Tenosynovitis, and Gallbladder Disease. Dr. Tsesin is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Radiology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Radiology
    Referral may be required

    South Bay Medical Center

    25825 S Vermont Ave, 
    Harbor City, CA 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mark Ashkan is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Harbor City, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Ashkan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His clinical expertise encompasses Neonatal Ovarian Cyst, Vertigo, Ascites, and Thyroid Nodule. Dr. Ashkan is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Radiology | Nuclear Medicine
    Experienced in Ascites
    Radiology | Nuclear Medicine
    Referral may be required

    South Bay Medical Center

    25825 S Vermont Ave, 
    Harbor City, CA 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ming Hsueh is a Radiologist and a Nuclear Medicine provider practicing medicine in Harbor City, California. Dr. Hsueh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His clinical expertise encompasses Vertigo, Pleural Effusion, Gallbladder Disease, and Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation (PAVM). Dr. Hsueh is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Experienced in Ascites
    Referral may be required

    South Bay Medical Center

    25825 S Vermont Ave, 
    Harbor City, CA 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Trisha Kim is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Harbor City, California. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. Her clinical expertise encompasses Vertigo, Pleural Effusion, Gallbladder Disease, and Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C). Dr. Kim is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    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 Pedro, 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 Pedro, 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 Pedro, 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 Pedro, 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 Pedro, 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 Pedro, 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 Pedro, 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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