The 20 Best Ascites Doctors Near Me in Kankakee, IL

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Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 18 doctor with experience in Ascites near Kankakee, IL. Of these, 13 are Experienced, 4 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Ascites
    Transplant Surgery
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Transplant Surgery

    Digestive Diseases Consultants Of Kankakee SC

    1615 N Convent St Ste 1, 
    Bourbonnais, IL 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr Nancy is a Transplant Surgeon in Bourbonnais, Illinois. Dr. Nancy is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. Her top areas of expertise are Hepatitis C, Hepatitis, Autoimmune Hepatitis, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, and Liver Transplant.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Radiology
    Advanced in Ascites
    Radiology

    Riverside Medical Center

    350 N Wall St, 
    Kankakee, IL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Howard Roth is a Radiologist in Kankakee, Illinois. Dr. Roth is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Ascites, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology
    Advanced in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology

    Riverside Medical Center

    350 N Wall St, 
    Kankakee, IL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Arun Jagannathan is an Interventional Radiologist in Kankakee, Illinois. Dr. Jagannathan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Bile Duct Obstruction, Liver Embolization, and Gastrostomy.

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    Experienced in Ascites
    Experienced in Ascites

    Riverside Medical Center

    350 N Wall St, 
    Kankakee, IL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffery Mendell is a Radiologist in Kankakee, Illinois. Dr. Mendell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Visceromegaly, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Pleurisy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Experienced in Ascites

    Riverside Medical Center

    350 N Wall St, 
    Kankakee, IL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ryan Meiners is a Radiologist in Kankakee, Illinois. Dr. Meiners is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Thyroid Nodule, Visceromegaly, and Ureterocele.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Radiology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Radiology

    Riverside Interventional Radiology Clinic

    500 N Wall St Ste C100, 
    Kankakee, IL 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vivek Patel is a Radiologist in Kankakee, Illinois. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Breast Lump, Galactocoele, Pleural Effusion, and Pleurisy.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Ascites
    Internal Medicine

    Riverside Medical Group-Internal Medicine Kankakee

    401 N Wall St Ste 102, 
    Kankakee, IL 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mobolaji Suleiman is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Kankakee, Illinois. Dr. Suleiman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Stroke, Thyroid Storm, Ureteroscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Zahid A. Afzal
    Advanced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology

    Pinnacle Gastroenterology, SC

    3 N Main St, 
    Manteno, IL 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Punjabi
    Offers Telehealth

    Zahid Afzal is a Gastroenterologist in Manteno, Illinois. Dr. Afzal is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastric Dysmotility, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Ascites
    Internal Medicine

    Ascension St. Mary-Kankakee

    500 W Court St, 
    Kankakee, IL 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sadaf Farooqi is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Kankakee, Illinois. Dr. Farooqi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. Her top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Heart Attack, Acute Kidney Failure, Prostatectomy, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Ascites
    Internal Medicine

    Internal Medicine Specialists Of Kankakee SC

    555 W Court St Ste 400, 
    Kankakee, IL 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Suresh Didwania is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Kankakee, Illinois. Dr. Didwania is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Necrosis, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Gastrostomy, and Ureteroscopy.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology

    Digestive Diseases Consultants Of Kankakee SC

    1615 N Convent St Ste 1, 
    Bourbonnais, IL 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ashish Shah is a Gastroenterologist in Bourbonnais, Illinois. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Ascites
    Internal Medicine

    Digestive Diseases Consultants Of Kankakee SC

    1615 N Convent St Ste 1, 
    Bourbonnais, IL 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Matthew Kaplan is an Internal Medicine provider in Bourbonnais, Illinois. Dr. Kaplan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Bowel Incontinence, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology

    Digestive Diseases Consultants Of Kankakee SC

    1615 N Convent St Ste 1, 
    Bourbonnais, IL 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nikhil Bhargava is a Gastroenterologist in Bourbonnais, Illinois. Dr. Bhargava is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Diarrhea, Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology

    Digestive Diseases Consultants Of Kankakee SC

    1615 N Convent St Ste 1, 
    Bourbonnais, IL 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Brian Sasso is a Gastroenterologist in Bourbonnais, Illinois. Dr. Sasso is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Viral Gastroenteritis, Colitis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology

    Digestive Diseases Consultants Of Kankakee SC

    1615 N Convent St Ste 1, 
    Bourbonnais, IL 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Errampalli is a Gastroenterologist in Bourbonnais, Illinois. Dr. Errampalli is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Diarrhea, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology

    Digestive Diseases Consultants Of Kankakee SC

    1615 N Convent St Ste 1, 
    Bourbonnais, IL 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas Connor is a Gastroenterologist in Bourbonnais, Illinois. Dr. Connor is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Barrett Esophagus, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Ascites
    Internal Medicine

    AMITA Health Medical Group Internal Medicine Bourbonnais

    656 N Convent St Ste C, 
    Bourbonnais, IL 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Venkata Moparthi is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bourbonnais, Illinois. Dr. Moparthi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Anemia, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Ureteroscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Ascites
    Family Medicine

    Illinois Veterans Home At Manteno

    1 Veterans Dr, 
    Manteno, IL 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John Gietzen is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Manteno, Illinois. Dr. Gietzen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Dysgraphia, Decerebrate Posture, Decorticate Posture, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

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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 Kankakee, IL?

    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 Kankakee, IL?

    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 Kankakee, IL?

    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 Kankakee, IL?

    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 Kankakee, IL?

    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 Kankakee, IL?

    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 Kankakee, IL?

    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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