The 20 Best Ascites Doctors Near Me in Ventura, CA

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The 20 Best Ascites Doctors near Ventura, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 25 doctor with experience in Ascites near Ventura, CA. Of these, 20 are Experienced, 4 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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25 providers found
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Gastroenterology

    Island View Gastroenterology Associates

    168 N Brent St Ste 404, 
    Ventura, CA 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kip Lyche is a Gastroenterologist in Ventura, California. Dr. Lyche is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Esophageal Varices, Enlarged Liver, Visceromegaly, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Lyche is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Advanced in Ascites

    Community Memorial Hospital

    147 N Brent St, 
    Ventura, CA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jason Barksdale is a Radiologist in Ventura, California. Dr. Barksdale is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Subcutaneous Emphysema, and Gallbladder Disease.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Advanced in Ascites

    Hillmont Psychiatric Center

    3291 Loma Vista Rd, 
    Ventura, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Carr is a Radiologist in Ventura, California. Dr. Carr is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Gallbladder Disease, Pleural Effusion, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion.

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    Experienced in Ascites
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Neuroradiology

    Community Memorial Hospital

    147 N Brent St, 
    Ventura, CA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kyu Choi is a Neuroradiologist in Ventura, California. Dr. Choi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3, and Familial Hyperthyroidism due to Mutations in TSH Receptor.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology

    Stephen D. Covington, MD Private Practice

    168 N Brent St, Ste 404, 
    Ventura, CA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Stephen Covington is a Gastroenterologist in Ventura, California. Dr. Covington is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Hepatitis C, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Covington is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Experienced in Ascites

    Hillmont Psychiatric Center

    3291 Loma Vista Rd, 
    Ventura, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bruce Matthews is a Radiologist in Ventura, California. Dr. Matthews is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Nabothian Cyst, and Diverticular Disease.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology

    Island View Gastroenterology Associates

    168 N Brent St Ste 404, 
    Ventura, CA 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Charles Menz is a Gastroenterologist in Ventura, California. Dr. Menz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Hepatitis C, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Menz is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology

    Island View Gastroenterology Associates

    168 N Brent St Ste 404, 
    Ventura, CA 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Benito Pedraza is a Gastroenterologist in Ventura, California. Dr. Pedraza is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gastric Dysmotility, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Pedraza is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology

    Island View Gastroenterology Associates

    168 N Brent St Ste 404, 
    Ventura, CA 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Joel Alpern is a Gastroenterologist in Ventura, California. Dr. Alpern is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Gastric Dysmotility, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Diarrhea, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Alpern is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Ascites
    Family Medicine

    West Los Angeles VAMC

    5250 Ralston St, 
    Ventura, CA 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sherin Thomas is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Ventura, California. Dr. Thomas is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. Her top areas of expertise are Ascites, Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis, Liver Failure, Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery, and Liver Transplant.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Ascites
    Internal Medicine

    Community Memorial Hospital

    147 N Brent St, 
    Ventura, CA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ali Esmaili is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Ventura, California. Dr. Esmaili is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Acute Kidney Failure, Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS), Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Ascites
    Internal Medicine

    Community Memorial Hospital

    147 N Brent St, 
    Ventura, CA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kooros Samadzadeh is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Ventura, California. Dr. Samadzadeh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are COVID-19, Apoplexy, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Ascites
    Family Medicine

    Hillmont Psychiatric Center

    3291 Loma Vista Rd, 
    Ventura, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Scott Speier is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Ventura, California. Dr. Speier is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Morning Sickness, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Diarrhea, and Headache.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Ascites
    Family Medicine

    Hillmont Psychiatric Center

    3291 Loma Vista Rd, 
    Ventura, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Kappen is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Ventura, California. Dr. Kappen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Morning Sickness, Alcoholic Ketoacidosis, Interstitial Nephritis, and Vertigo.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Ascites
    Family Medicine

    Ventura County Medical Center

    300 Hillmont Ave, 
    Ventura, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Rutherford is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Ventura, California. Dr. Rutherford is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Morning Sickness, Alcoholic Ketoacidosis, Vertigo, and Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology

    Island View Gastroenterology Assoc.

    168 N Brent St Ste 404, 
    Ventura, CA 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Chetan Gondha is a Gastroenterologist in Ventura, California. Dr. Gondha is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Diarrhea, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Ascites
    Family Medicine

    Ventura County Medical Center

    300 Hillmont Ave Bldg 340402, 
    Ventura, CA 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gregory Patton is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Ventura, California. Dr. Patton has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Morning Sickness, Interstitial Nephritis, Alcoholic Ketoacidosis, and Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology

    Urgent Care At Market Street Medical Offices

    4949 Market St, 
    Ventura, CA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Jean is a Gastroenterologist in Ventura, California. Dr. Jean is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Colitis, Hepatitis C, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology

    Ventura County Gastroenterology Group

    2241 Wankel Way, Ste A, 
    Oxnard, CA 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Justin Marasigan is a Gastroenterologist in Oxnard, California. Dr. Marasigan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Marasigan is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Neuroradiology
    Advanced in Ascites
    Neuroradiology

    Ojai Valley Community Hospital

    1306 Maricopa Hwy, 
    Ojai, CA 
     (11.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Deruso is a Neuroradiologist in Ojai, California. Dr. Deruso is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, CAPOS Syndrome, and Gallbladder Disease.

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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 Ventura, 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 Ventura, 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 Ventura, 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 Ventura, 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 Ventura, 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 Ventura, 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 Ventura, 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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