The 20 Best Ascites Doctors Near Me in Fort Pierce, FL

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 35 doctor with experience in Ascites near Fort Pierce, FL. Of these, 25 are Experienced, 9 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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35 providers found
    Advanced in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology
    Advanced in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology
    Referral may be required

    HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital

    1700 S 23rd St, 
    Fort Pierce, FL 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jose Diaz-Hernandez is an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in Fort Pierce, Florida. Dr. Diaz-Hernandez is rated as an Advanced 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 Ascites, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Gastrostomy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

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

    HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital

    1700 S 23rd St, 
    Fort Pierce, FL 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Chika Obele is an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in Fort Pierce, Florida. Dr. Obele is rated as an Advanced 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 Lung Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Lung Nodules, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Obele is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Ascites
    Internal Medicine

    Maureen A Zelinka MD PA

    4995 S US Highway 1, 
    Fort Pierce, FL 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Haitian, Haitian Creole, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Maureen Zelinka is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Fort Pierce, Florida. Dr. Zelinka is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. She is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Metabolic Syndrome, Ascites, Pediatric Myocarditis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Zelinka is currently accepting new patients.

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    Distinguished in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Joseph J Katta MD PA

    306 NW Bethany Dr, 
    Port Saint Lucie, FL 
     (9.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Joseph Katta is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Port Saint Lucie, Florida. Dr. Katta is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 47 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastric Dysmotility, Diverticular Disease, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Katta is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Katta is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Ascites
    Family Medicine

    MD Primary Care Inc.

    2215 Nebraska Ave Ste 2-B, 
    Fort Pierce, FL 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Chintan Shah is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Fort Pierce, Florida. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 71 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Vitamin B12 Deficiency, Necrosis, Heart Attack, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Shah is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Pramod Joseph MD LLC

    2215 Nebraska Ave Ste 1-A, 
    Fort Pierce, FL 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Kannada, Telugu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Pramod Joseph is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Fort Pierce, Florida. Dr. Joseph is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Colitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Joseph is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Joseph is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Ascites
    Internal Medicine

    Nicholas Ioannou MD P.A.

    2100 Nebraska Ave Ste 105, 
    Fort Pierce, FL 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Greek
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ziad Marjieh is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Fort Pierce, Florida. Dr. Marjieh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Nasal Flaring, Metabolic Syndrome, Hypertensive Heart Disease, Pacemaker Implantation, and Carotid Artery Surgery. Dr. Marjieh is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Ascites
    Internal Medicine

    HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital

    1700 S 23rd St, 
    Fort Pierce, FL 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Elvys Sacerio-Valcarcel is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Fort Pierce, Florida. Dr. Sacerio-Valcarcel 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 Sepsis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Sacerio-Valcarcel is currently accepting new patients.

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

    HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital

    1700 S 23rd St, 
    Fort Pierce, FL 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Akshaar Brahmbhatt is an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in Fort Pierce, Florida. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Brahmbhatt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pelvic Congestion Syndrome, Arteriovenous Malformation, Pleurisy, Splenectomy, and Liver Embolization. Dr. Brahmbhatt is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Bridges Surgical Group LLC

    1900 Nebraska Ave Ste 4, 
    Fort Pierce, FL 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Epstein is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Fort Pierce, Florida. Dr. Epstein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastric Dysmotility, Cronkhite-Canada Disease, Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Epstein is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Ascites
    Internal Medicine

    Cheryl Reilly-Wong

    5150 NW Milner Dr, 
    Port Saint Lucie, FL 
     (6.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ian Boykin is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Port Saint Lucie, Florida. Dr. Boykin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 171 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Boykin is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Ascites
    Family Medicine

    Humayun Shareef MD PA

    320 NW Bethany Dr, 
    Port Saint Lucie, FL 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German, Hindi, Telugu, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Humayun Shareef is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Port Saint Lucie, Florida. Dr. Shareef is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 36 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Esophagitis, Lung Metastases, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Shareef is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Family Physicians. Dr. Shareef is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Ascites
    Family Medicine

    Conviva Care Center West St. Lucie

    1430 SW Saint Lucie West Blvd Ste 101, 
    Port Saint Lucie, FL 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Portugese, Portuguese, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Fernanda Poley-De is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Port Saint Lucie, Florida. Dr. Poley-De is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Teratoma of the Mediastinum, Testicular Cancer, High Cholesterol, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Poley-De is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1651 SE Tiffany Ave, 
    Port Saint Lucie, FL 
     (11.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Celso Pineiro is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Port Saint Lucie, Florida. Dr. Pineiro is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Esophagitis, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Pineiro is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Ascites
    Internal Medicine

    HCA Florida St. Lucie Hospital

    1800 SE Tiffany Ave, 
    Port Saint Lucie, FL 
     (11.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Younes Lehachi is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Port Saint Lucie, Florida. Dr. Lehachi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 55 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Necrosis, Lung Metastases, Cholecystitis, Hip Replacement, and Bone Graft.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Ascites
    Family Medicine

    HCA Florida St. Lucie Hospital

    1800 SE Tiffany Ave, 
    Port Saint Lucie, FL 
     (11.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kellee Monroe is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Port Saint Lucie, Florida. Dr. Monroe is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. She is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Necrosis, Hypertensive Heart Disease, Lung Metastases, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Ascites
    Internal Medicine

    HCA Florida St. Lucie Hospital

    1800 SE Tiffany Ave, 
    Port Saint Lucie, FL 
     (11.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Hossam Hassanein is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Port Saint Lucie, Florida. Dr. Hassanein is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Necrosis, Renovascular Hypertension, COVID-19, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty. Dr. Hassanein is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Advanced in Ascites
    Referral may be required

    HCA Florida St. Lucie Hospital

    1800 SE Tiffany Ave, 
    Port Saint Lucie, FL 
     (11.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Alexander Vennos is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Port Saint Lucie, Florida. Dr. Vennos is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Visceromegaly, Baker Cyst, Tenosynovitis, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Thyroidectomy. Dr. Vennos is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Advanced in Ascites
    Referral may be required

    Radiology Associates Of The Treasure Coast PA Inc

    698 SW Port St Lucie Blvd Ste 109, 
    Port Saint Lucie, FL 
     (14.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ronald Beaton is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Port Saint Lucie, Florida. Dr. Beaton is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thyroid Nodule, Ascites, Gallbladder Disease, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Thyroidectomy. Dr. Beaton is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Ascites
    Family Medicine

    Family Medicine Clinic

    8515 S US Highway 1 Ste 3, 
    Port Saint Lucie, FL 
     (10.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino, Hindi, Punjabi, Spanish, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Imran Malik is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Port Saint Lucie, Florida. Dr. Malik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertensive Heart Disease, Grass Allergy, Atherosclerosis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Malik 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 Fort Pierce, FL?

    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 Fort Pierce, FL?

    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 Fort Pierce, FL?

    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 Fort Pierce, FL?

    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 Fort Pierce, FL?

    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 Fort Pierce, FL?

    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 Fort Pierce, FL?

    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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