The 20 Best Ascites Doctors Near Me in Illinois, US

Find the Top Ascites Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 1295 doctor with experience in Ascites near Illinois, US. Of these, 913 are Experienced, 278 are Advanced and 104 are Distinguished.

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    Rogelio Silva
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Gastroenterology

    Advocate Medical Group Gastroenterology

    10500 S Cicero Ave, 
    Oak Lawn, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rogelio Silva is a Gastroenterologist in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. Silva is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Hareth Raddawi
    Advanced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology

    Advocate Medical Group Gastroenterology

    10500 S Cicero Ave, 
    Oak Lawn, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hareth Raddawi is a Gastroenterologist in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. Raddawi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Bile Duct Obstruction, Cholestasis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Vincent G. Becker
    Experienced in Ascites
    Experienced in Ascites

    Mountain Empire Radiology

    1200 Harger Rd, Ste 408, 
    Oak Brook, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Becker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are CAPOS Syndrome, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Gallbladder Disease.

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    Imad Elkhatib
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology

    Advocate Medical Group Gastroenterology

    10500 S Cicero Ave, 
    Oak Lawn, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Offers Telehealth

    Imad Elkhatib is a Gastroenterologist in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. Elkhatib is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Cholestasis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Bile Duct Stricture, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Alexander Hristov
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology

    Advocate Medical Group Gastroenterology

    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alexander Hristov is a Gastroenterologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Hristov is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Hemorrhoids, Macroamylasemia, Portal Hypertension, and Liver Transplant.

    Andrew Mazulis
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology

    Advocate Medical Group Gastroenterology

    825 S Milwaukee Ave, 
    Libertyville, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Mazulis is a Gastroenterologist in Libertyville, Illinois. Dr. Mazulis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Sclerosing Mesenteritis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Kabir Julka
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology

    Advocate Medical Group Gastroenterology

    1221 N Highland Ave 2nd Fl, 
    Aurora, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kabir Julka is a Gastroenterologist in Aurora, Illinois. Dr. Julka is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Barrett Esophagus, Diverticular Disease, Crohn's Disease, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Amar Bansal
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology

    Advocate Medical Group Gastroenterology

    1221 N Highland Ave 2nd Fl, 
    Aurora, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amar Bansal is a Gastroenterologist in Aurora, Illinois. Dr. Bansal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Heartburn, Barrett Esophagus, Indigestion, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Ravi Prakash
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology

    Advocate Medical Group General Surgery

    3743 Highland Ave, Ste 1002, 
    Downers Grove, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ravi Prakash is a Gastroenterologist in Downers Grove, Illinois. Dr. Prakash is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Andres Duarte
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Distinguished in Ascites
    259 E Erie St Ste 1600, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Experience:
    25+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Andres Duarte is a Hepatologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Duarte has been practicing medicine for over 25 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Liver Failure, Hepatitis, Cirrhosis, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy.

    George Behrens
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology

    Vascular And Interventional Professionals, LLC

    911 N Elm St, 
    Hinsdale, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    George Behrens is an Interventional Radiologist in Hinsdale, Illinois. Dr. Behrens is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Banti's Syndrome, Visceromegaly, Liver Embolization, and Bone Graft.

    Michael J. Sichlau
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology

    Vascular And Interventional Professionals, LLC

    911 N Elm St, 
    Hinsdale, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Sichlau is an Interventional Radiologist in Hinsdale, Illinois. Dr. Sichlau is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Thyroid Nodule, Liver Embolization, and Vertebroplasty.

    Sidney Regalado
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    2650 Ridge Ave., Department Of Radiology, 
    Evanston, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sidney Regalado, MD, an interventional radiologist at Endeavor Health, performs minimally invasive procedures using advanced imaging guidance. He specializes in diagnosing and treating a variety of conditions through targeted techniques that support faster recovery and reduced risk. Dr. Regalado is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Peritonitis, Secondary Peritonitis, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty.

    Jonathan Berlin
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Distinguished in Ascites

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    2650 Ridge Ave., Department Of Radiology, 
    Evanston, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jonathan Berlin is a Radiologist in Evanston, Illinois. Dr. Berlin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Visceromegaly, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

    Stanley Kim
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology
    25 N Winfield Rd Ste 201, 
    Winfield, IL 
    Experience:
    28+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stanley Kim is an Interventional Radiologist in Winfield, Illinois. Dr. Kim has been practicing medicine for over 28 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Lung Nodules, Lung Cancer, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.

    Owen K. Sweis
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology
    25 N Winfield Rd Ste 201, 
    Winfield, IL 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Owen Sweis is an Interventional Radiologist in Winfield, Illinois. Dr. Sweis has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.

    Hong A. Park
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Distinguished in Ascites

    Integrated Imaging Consultants, LLC

    1420 Renaissance Dr, 
    Park Ridge, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Korean

    Hong Park is a Radiologist in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Park is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Peritonitis, Secondary Peritonitis, Liver Embolization, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Sebouh Gueyikian
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    2650 Ridge Ave., Department Of Radiology, 
    Evanston, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sebouh Gueyikian, MD, Chief of Interventional Radiology at Endeavor Health, has more than 25 years of experience using advanced imaging and minimally invasive techniques to diagnose and treat complex conditions. Working with a highly trained team, he manages even the most challenging cases with precision and care. Dr. Gueyikian combines innovation with compassion, specializing in procedures such as embolization therapies and modern interventional oncology to improve outcomes, enhance comfort and help patients fully understand their treatment options. Dr. Gueyikian is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Visceromegaly, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Liver Embolization, and Bone Graft.

    Piotr Obara
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Radiology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Radiology

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    2650 Ridge Ave., Department Of Radiology, 
    Evanston, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Piotr Obara is a Radiologist in Evanston, Illinois. Dr. Obara is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Visceromegaly, Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, and Pleurisy.

    Renato Ripamonti
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology
    25 N Winfield Rd Ste 201, 
    Winfield, IL 
    Experience:
    30+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Renato Ripamonti is an Interventional Radiologist in Winfield, Illinois. Dr. Ripamonti has been practicing medicine for over 30 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Vertebroplasty, 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 in Illinois, US?

    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 in Illinois, US?

    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 in Illinois, US?

    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 in Illinois, US?

    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 in Illinois, US?

    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 in Illinois, US?

    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 in Illinois, US?

    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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