The 20 Best Ascites Doctors Near Me in Stockbridge, GA

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The 20 Best Ascites Doctors near Stockbridge, GA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 23 doctor with experience in Ascites near Stockbridge, GA. Of these, 18 are Experienced and 5 are Advanced.

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    Keval A. Patel
    Advanced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology

    Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates - Duplicate

    150 North Park Trail, Suite B, 
    Stockbridge, GA 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    After receiving his bachelor's degree in biology from the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), Dr. Patel earned his medical degree from the UAB School of Medicine. Following his residency at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, he completed a fellowship in gastroenterology and hepatology at the University of Tennessee Health Science in Memphis, where he served as chief fellow.During undergraduate school, Dr. Patel was elected to the Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, and during medical school was honored for his work in correlative pathology. In addition to several presentations at gastroenterology conferences, he has been published in the Journal of Clinical Gastroenterology.Dr. Patel is a member of the American College of Gastroenterology and the American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy. He joined Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates in 2016. Dr. Patel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Radiology | Interventional Radiology
    Advanced in Ascites
    Radiology | Interventional Radiology

    Summit Radiology Services - Stockbridge

    1133 Eagles Landing Parkway, 
    Stockbridge, GA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nemil Shah is a Radiologist and an Interventional Radiologist in Stockbridge, Georgia. Dr. Shah is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Lung Nodules. Dr. Shah is currently accepting new patients.

    Hitesh R. Chokshi
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology

    Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates - Duplicate

    150 North Park Trail, Suite B, 
    Stockbridge, GA 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati 
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    A Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Johns Hopkins University, Dr. Chokshi continued his studies at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri, receiving his medical degree in 1986. He completed his internship and residency in the Department of Medicine at the Robert Reese Hospital and Medical Center in Chicago. In 1989, Dr. Chokshi joined the laboratory of David H. Alpers at Washington University as a research associate in the Department of Medicine. He later completed a clinical fellowship in gastroenterology at Washington University School of Medicine. Dr. Chokshi was subsequently appointed interventional endoscopist in the section of pancreaticobiliary endoscopy and remained at the university until he joined Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates in 1996. Dr. Chokshi is a member of the American Gastroenterological Association and the American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy. He is a specialist in all aspects of digestive disease, particularly pancreaticobiliary endoscopy. Dr. Chokshi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

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    Christopher A. Brown
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology

    Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates - Duplicate

    150 North Park Trail, Suite B, 
    Stockbridge, GA 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Brown is a cum laude graduate of Pace University in New York, N.Y., where he received both the Graduating Senior Scholastic Achievement Award and the Graduating Biology Service Achievement Award. He received his medical degree from the Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York and completed his internship and residency at Yale New Haven Hospital in New Haven, Connecticut. He completed a fellowship in gastroenterology at Emory University Hospital in Atlanta. During his medical training, he received the Hale House Service Achievement Award, the Outstanding Second Year Medical Student Award and the National Medical Fellowship Award. He is a member of the American College of Physicians, the American Medical Association, the American Gastroenterological Association, the American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy and the American College of Gastroenterology. Dr. Brown joined Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates in 2004. Dr. Brown is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Menetrier Disease, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Heartburn, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Mark D. Edge
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology

    Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates - Duplicate

    150 North Park Trail, Suite B, 
    Stockbridge, GA 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Edge, a National Merit Scholar and recipient of the Cambridge Scholarship, is a graduate of Rhodes College in Memphis, Tennessee. He also holds a masters degree in organic chemistry from the Georgia Institute of Technology, where he was awarded a Department of Energy Research Fellowship. He received his medical degree from Emory University School of Medicine and completed his internship, residency and a fellowship in gastroenterology there as well. Dr. Edge previously served as a research associate at the Atlanta VA Hospital and as a data abstractor at the AIDS Research Consortium of Atlanta. He is a member of the American College of Gastroenterology and joined the Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates in 2004. Dr. Edge is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC), Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology

    Piedmont Specialty Hospital Billing LLC

    1133 Eagles Landing Pkwy, 
    Stockbridge, GA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients

    Aymen Bukannan is a Gastroenterologist in Stockbridge, Georgia. Dr. Bukannan 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 Esophageal Varices, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Bukannan is currently accepting new patients.

    Nader A. Dbouk
    Advanced in Ascites
    Transplant Surgery
    Advanced in Ascites
    Transplant Surgery

    Emory At Spivey Station

    7823 Spivey Station Boulevard, Ste100, 
    Jonesboro, GA 
     (5.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    24+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nader Dbouk is a Transplant Surgeon in Jonesboro, Georgia. Dr. Dbouk has been practicing medicine for over 24 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Banti's Syndrome, Hepatitis, Visceromegaly, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Radiology | Interventional Radiology
    Advanced in Ascites
    Radiology | Interventional Radiology

    Summit Radiology Services - Stockbridge

    1133 Eagles Landing Parkway, 
    Stockbridge, GA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Thomasson is a Radiologist and an Interventional Radiologist in Stockbridge, Georgia. Dr. Thomasson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Pleurisy, Stroke, Gastrostomy, and Bone Graft.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Advanced in Ascites

    South Atlanta Radiology Associates PC

    119 Upper Riverdale Rd SW, 
    Riverdale, GA 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Neal Simmons is a Radiologist in Riverdale, Georgia. Dr. Simmons is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Lung Nodules, Tenosynovitis, Pleurisy, and Lithotripsy.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Ascites
    Family Medicine

    Piedmont Henry Hospital

    1133 Eagles Landing Pkwy, 
    Stockbridge, GA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Eva Beaulieu is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Stockbridge, Georgia. Dr. Beaulieu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Hereditary Sensory and Autonomic Neuropathy Type 2, Congenital Insensitivity to Pain with Anhidrosis, Infantile Axonal Neuropathy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology | Physician Assistant
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology | Physician Assistant

    Kaiser Permanente Southwood Comprehensive Medical Center

    2400 Mount Zion Parkway, 
    Jonesboro, GA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kabir Quadir is a Physician Assistant and a Gastroenterologist in Jonesboro, Georgia. Mr. Quadir is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Visceromegaly, and Gastric Dysmotility. Mr. Quadir is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Experienced in Ascites

    McDonough Adult And Pediatric Medicine Clinic

    1169 Highway 20 81, 
    Mcdonough, GA 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati , Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Musharaf Momin is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics in Mcdonough, Georgia. Dr. Momin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Sciatica, Neurotoxicity Syndromes, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Momin is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Experienced in Ascites

    Prime Healthcare Foundation-Southern Regional LLC

    11 Upper Riverdale Rd SW, 
    Riverdale, GA 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Timothy Ramsey is a Radiologist in Riverdale, Georgia. Dr. Ramsey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Folliculitis, Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), and WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Radiology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Radiology

    South Atlanta Radiology Associates PC

    119 Upper Riverdale Rd SW, 
    Riverdale, GA 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Balu Mani is a Radiologist in Riverdale, Georgia. Dr. Mani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Retroversion of the Uterus, Visceromegaly, Breast Lump, Melorheostosis, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Experienced in Ascites

    South Atlanta Radiology Associates

    119 Upper Riverdale Road Southwest, 
    Riverdale, GA 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Joel Webber is a Radiologist in Riverdale, Georgia. Dr. Webber is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Fibroadenoma, Giant Mammary Hamartoma, CAPOS Syndrome, and ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. Dr. Webber is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Experienced in Ascites

    South Atlanta Radiology Associates

    119 Upper Riverdale Road Southwest, 
    Riverdale, GA 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Black is a Radiologist in Riverdale, Georgia. Dr. Black is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Cholesterol Pneumonia, Interstitial Lung Disease, Splenomegaly, and Diverticular Disease. Dr. Black is currently accepting new patients.

    Douglas L. Lowe
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology

    Southern Gastroenterology Specialists

    4865 Bill Gardner Parkway, 
    Locust Grove, GA 
     (14.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Douglas Lowe is a Gastroenterologist in Locust Grove, Georgia. Dr. Lowe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Lowe is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Ascites
    Internal Medicine

    Prime Healthcare Foundation-Southern Regional LLC

    11 Upper Riverdale Rd SW, 
    Riverdale, GA 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rodney Avery is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Riverdale, Georgia. Dr. Avery is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Sickle Cell Disease, Acute Coronary Syndrome, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology

    Infinite Health Inc

    5040 Snapfinger Woods Drive, 204a, 
    Decatur, GA 
     (11.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Emmanuel Gbadehan is a Gastroenterologist in Decatur, Georgia. Dr. Gbadehan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Gbadehan is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology

    Southern Gastroenterology Specialists

    4865 Bill Gardner Parkway, 
    Locust Grove, GA 
     (14.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sateesh Prakash is a Hepatologist and a Gastroenterologist in Locust Grove, Georgia. Dr. Prakash is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Intestinal Cancer, Visceromegaly, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Enlarged Liver, and Endoscopy. Dr. Prakash is currently accepting new patients.

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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 Stockbridge, 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 Stockbridge, 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 Stockbridge, 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 Stockbridge, 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 Stockbridge, 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 Stockbridge, 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 Stockbridge, 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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