The 20 Best Ascites Doctors Near Me in Atlanta, GA

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The 20 Best Ascites Doctors near Atlanta, GA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 204 doctor with experience in Ascites near Atlanta, GA. Of these, 149 are Experienced, 38 are Advanced and 17 are Distinguished.

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    Michael R. Galambos
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology

    Digestive Healthcare Of Georgia - Atlanta Suite 4085

    95 Collier Rd NW, Suite 4085, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Galambos is a Hepatologist and a Gastroenterologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Galambos is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Primary Biliary Cholangitis, Cirrhosis, Enlarged Liver, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Galambos is currently accepting new patients.

    Lance L. Stein
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Transplant Surgery
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Transplant Surgery

    Piedmont Transplant Institute

    1968 Peachtree Road, N.w., 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Lance Stein is transplant hepatologist and the Medical Director of Piedmont's Hepatology and Liver Transplant Program since 2021. He has been at Piedmont since 2010. He is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine at Mercer University School of Medicine. His special interests include viral hepatitis, alcohol related liver disease, acute on chronic liver failure, metabolic associated steatotic liver disease (MASH/MAFLD), and autoimmune liver diseases (including but not limited to autoimmune hepatitis, primary biliary cholangitis, and primary sclerosing cholangitis). He also is an expert in management of the complications of liver cirrhosis including portal hypertension and liver cancers.He is a fellow for the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases, American Gastroenterology Association, and the American College of Physicians. He has served on national committees for the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases, American College of Gastroenterology, American Gastroenterology Association and the American Society of Transplantation.Following graduation from Temple University School of Medicine, he completed residency in internal medicine at Emory University School of Medicine, followed by a gastroenterology fellowship at the University of California, San Diego. He also completed a fellowship in advanced/transplant hepatology at both Columbia and Cornell-New York Presbyterian Hospitals. Dr. Stein is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Liver Failure, Hepatitis, Cirrhosis, Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery, and Liver Transplant.

    Alexander A. Lemmer
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Gastroenterology | Transplant Surgery
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Gastroenterology | Transplant Surgery

    Piedmont Transplant Institute

    1968 Peachtree Road, N.w., 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Alexander Lemmer is a Gastroenterologist and a Transplant Surgeon in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Lemmer is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Cirrhosis, Hepatitis, and Liver Transplant. Dr. Lemmer is currently accepting new patients.

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    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology

    Radiology Associates Of Atlanta, PC

    1984 Peachtree Road Northwest, Suite 505, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Colette Shaw is an Interventional Radiologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Shaw is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. Her top areas of expertise are Ascites, Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, Liver Embolization, and Endoscopy. Dr. Shaw is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Distinguished in Ascites

    Radiology Associates Of Atlanta

    1984 Peachtree Rd NW Ste 505, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Caldwell is a Radiologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Caldwell is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Bile Duct Obstruction, Intussusception in Children, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty.

    Zachary L. Bercu
    Advanced in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology
    Advanced in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology

    Emory University Hospital Midtown

    550 Peachtree Street Northeast, MedicalOfficeTower, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hebrew
    Offers Telehealth

    Zachary Bercu is an Interventional Radiologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Bercu has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Liver Cancer, Ascites, Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Liver Embolization, and Gastrostomy.

    Aravind Arepally
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Radiology | Interventional Radiology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Radiology | Interventional Radiology

    Radiology Associates Of Atlanta

    1968 Peachtree Road Northwest, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Aravind Arepally is a Radiologist and an Interventional Radiologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Arepally is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Liver Cancer, Ascites, Bile Duct Obstruction, Liver Embolization, and Bone Graft. Dr. Arepally is currently accepting new patients.

    Raymond A. Rubin
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Transplant Surgery | Hepatology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Transplant Surgery | Hepatology

    Piedmont Transplant Institute

    1968 Peachtree Road, N.w., 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Raymond Rubin, M.D., has returned to Piedmont to become the Chief Scientific Officer and as a general and transplant hepatologist at Piedmont Transplant Institute. During his time at Piedmont from 1996-2011, he co-founded and served as the medical director of Piedmont's new liver transplant program (2004). From 2011 until 2014, Dr. Rubin left Atlanta for Boston to become a Medical Director at Vertex Pharmaceuticals, where he conducted research and evaluated new treatments for hepatitis C, other liver diseases, and inflammatory bowel disease. Dr. Rubin earned his medical degree from Cornell Medical College in New York, N.Y. He completed his residency in internal medicine and his fellowship in gastroenterology and hepatology at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Rubin graduated summa cum laude with bachelors in molecular and cellular biology and British literature. Dr. Rubin has been practicing medicine for 28 years. He is board certified in gastroenterology, internal medicine and transplant hepatology, and is a fellow of the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases and of the American Gastroenterological Association.Dr. Rubin welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Rubin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Liver Failure, Visceromegaly, Enlarged Liver, and Liver Transplant.

    William C. Small
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Distinguished in Ascites

    Emory University Hospital

    1364 Clifton Road Northeast, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    40+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    William Small is a Radiologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Small has been practicing medicine for over 40 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Ryan M. Ford
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Transplant Surgery
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Transplant Surgery

    Emory Transplant Center

    1365 Clifton Road Northeast, BldgB, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    24+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ryan Ford is a Transplant Surgeon in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Ford has been practicing medicine for over 24 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis C, Hepatitis, Ascites, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy.

    Samir M. Parekh
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Transplant Surgery
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Transplant Surgery

    Emory Transplant Center

    1365 Clifton Road Northeast, BldgB, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    26+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Samir Parekh is a Transplant Surgeon in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Parekh has been practicing medicine for over 26 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Enlarged Liver, Hepatitis C, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy.

    Ram M. Subramanian
    Advanced in Ascites
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Ascites
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Emory Transplant Center

    1365 Clifton Road Northeast, BldgB, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    28+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Tamil

    Ram Subramanian is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Subramanian has been practicing medicine for over 28 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Liver Failure, Hepatitis, Jaundice, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy.

    Peter A. Harri
    Advanced in Ascites
    Advanced in Ascites

    Emory University Hospital

    1364 Clifton Road Northeast, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    20+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Peter Harri is a Radiologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Harri has been practicing medicine for over 20 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Banti's Syndrome, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Pancreatic Adenoma, and Visceromegaly.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Advanced in Ascites

    Grady Memorial Hospital Corporation

    80 Jesse Hill Jr Dr SE, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sadhna Nandwana is a Radiologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Nandwana is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. Her top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Ascites, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Radiology
    Advanced in Ascites
    Radiology

    Wellstar Atlanta Medical Center

    303 Parkway Dr NE, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Eric Udoff is a Radiologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Udoff is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Galactocoele, Lung Nodules, and Headache.

    Aarti Sekhar
    Experienced in Ascites
    Experienced in Ascites

    Emory University Hospital Midtown

    550 Peachtree Street Northeast, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    21+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Aarti Sekhar is a Radiologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Sekhar has been practicing medicine for over 21 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. Her top areas of expertise are WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Biliary Dyskinesia, Gallbladder Removal, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

    James C. Barlow
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology

    Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates, LLC - Ptree Dun/Atlanta

    550 Peachtree Street Northeast, Suite 1600, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    James Barlow is a Gastroenterologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Barlow is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Barlow is currently accepting new patients.

    Andres W. Su
    Experienced in Ascites
    Experienced in Ascites

    Emory University Hospital Midtown

    550 Peachtree Street Northeast, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin
    Offers Telehealth

    Andres Su is a Radiologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Su is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy, Ascites, and Tenosynovitis.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Advanced in Ascites

    Radiology Associates Of Atlanta

    1984 Peachtree Rd NW Ste 505, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Gonzalo Fernandez is a Radiologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Fernandez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Ascites, Neuroendocrine Tumor, and Pleurisy.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Advanced in Ascites

    Radiology Associates Of Atlanta

    1984 Peachtree Rd NW Ste 505, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Bosley is a Radiologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Bosley is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Liver Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Graft.

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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 Atlanta, GA?

    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 Atlanta, GA?

    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 Atlanta, GA?

    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 Atlanta, GA?

    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 Atlanta, GA?

    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 Atlanta, GA?

    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 Atlanta, GA?

    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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