The 20 Best Ascites Doctors Near Me in Monroe, LA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 479 doctor with experience in Ascites near Monroe, LA. Of these, 387 are Experienced, 69 are Advanced and 23 are Distinguished.

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479 providers found
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology

    University Medical Center

    2000 Canal St, 
    New Orleans, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hector Ferral is an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Ferral is rated as a Distinguished 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 Ascites, Pleural Effusion, Breast Cancer, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Vertebroplasty.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Distinguished in Ascites

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Highway, 
    New Orleans, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    George Therapondos is a Hepatologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Therapondos is rated as a Distinguished 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 Hepatitis, Hepatitis C, Cirrhosis, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy. Dr. Therapondos is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Distinguished in Ascites

    Cardiovascular Institute

    225 Dunn St, 
    Houma, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kanwar Singh is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Houma, Louisiana. Dr. Singh is rated as a Distinguished 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, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Singh is board certified in Vascular & Interventional Radiology- American Board Of Radiology/Interventional Radiology And Diagnostic Radiology, Vascular And Interventional Radiology- American Board Of Radiology, and Interventional Radiology And Diagnostic Radiology- American Board Of Radiology.

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    Distinguished in Ascites
    Distinguished in Ascites

    Terrebonne Parish Hospital Service District #1

    8166 Main St, 
    Houma, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ashley Prejean is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Houma, Louisiana. Dr. Prejean is rated as a Distinguished 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, Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS), Pleurisy, and Diverticular Disease.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Distinguished in Ascites

    Office

    9049 W Judge Perez Dr, 
    Chalmette, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Mullen is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Chalmette, Louisiana. Dr. Mullen is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Ascites, and Vertigo.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Distinguished in Ascites

    Ochsner Health Center - O'Neal

    16777 Medical Center Dr, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Marathi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Hrishikesh Samant is a Hepatologist practicing medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Samant is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Visceromegaly, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy. Dr. Samant is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology, American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine, and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Transplant Hepatology. Dr. Samant is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Radiology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Radiology

    Glenwood Regional Medical Center A Steward Family Hospital

    503 McMillan Rd, 
    West Monroe, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Steven Pate is a Radiologist practicing medicine in West Monroe, Louisiana. Dr. Pate is rated as a Distinguished 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, Visceromegaly, Ascites, Gastrostomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Distinguished in Ascites

    Houma Radiology Associates PC

    705 Dunn St, 
    Houma, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Tiemann is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Houma, Louisiana. Dr. Tiemann is rated as a Distinguished 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 Ascites, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Bronchogenic Cyst.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Ascites
    Internal Medicine

    SCP Health- Hospitalists

    200 Corporate Blvd, 
    Lafayette, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Raza Hussain is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lafayette, Louisiana. Dr. Hussain is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiac Tamponade, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, and Sepsis. Dr. Hussain is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Family Medicine
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Family Medicine

    Ochsner Clinic LLC

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michelle O'brien is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. O'brien is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Ascites, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), and Enlarged Liver.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Distinguished in Ascites

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Juan Gimenez is a Radiologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Gimenez is rated as a Distinguished 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 Ascites, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Liver Embolization, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Gimenez is board certified in American Board Of Radiology - Radiology. Dr. Gimenez is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Radiology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Radiology

    Regional Radiology

    1202 S Tyler St, 
    Covington, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Beck is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Covington, Louisiana. Dr. Beck is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Thyroidectomy.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Radiology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Radiology

    Regional Radiology

    1202 S Tyler St, 
    Covington, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Eiser is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Covington, Louisiana. Dr. Eiser is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Lung Nodules, Lymphoid Hyperplasia, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Gastroenterology

    Joan Walker M.D. LLC

    3311 Prescott Rd Ste 411, 
    Alexandria, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Gosserand is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Alexandria, Louisiana. Dr. Gosserand is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Visceromegaly, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Ascites, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Distinguished in Ascites

    Central Louisiana Imaging, Inc.

    3704 North Blvd Ste 1, 
    Alexandria, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stephen Rice is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Alexandria, Louisiana. Dr. Rice is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Thyroid Nodule, Lung Nodules, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Distinguished in Ascites

    Regional Radiology

    1202 S Tyler St, 
    Covington, LA 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christopher Beck is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Covington, Louisiana. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Beck is rated as a Distinguished 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, Lung Nodules, Lung Cancer, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tyler Sandow is an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Sandow is rated as a Distinguished 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 Liver Cancer, Ascites, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Gastrostomy, and Liver Embolization. Dr. Sandow is board certified in American Board Of Radiology - Radiology.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Distinguished in Ascites

    Regional Radiology

    1202 S Tyler St, 
    Covington, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Vanderbrook is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Covington, Louisiana. Dr. Vanderbrook is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Gallbladder Disease, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Distinguished in Ascites

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Gulotta is a Radiologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Gulotta is rated as a Distinguished 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 Ascites, Stroke, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Thrombectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Gulotta is board certified in American Board Of Radiology - Radiology.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology

    East Jefferson General Hospital

    4200 Houma Blvd, 
    Metairie, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sean O'brien is an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. O'brien is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Thyroid Nodule, Urothelial Cancer, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, and Gastrostomy.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    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 Monroe, LA?

    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 Monroe, LA?

    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 Monroe, LA?

    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 Monroe, LA?

    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 Monroe, LA?

    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 Monroe, LA?

    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 Monroe, LA?

    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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