The 20 Best Ascites Doctors Near Me in Newton, MA

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Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 378 doctor with experience in Ascites near Newton, MA. Of these, 279 are Experienced, 69 are Advanced and 30 are Distinguished.

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    Leslie K. Lee
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Distinguished in Ascites

    Brigham And Women's Faulkner Hospital, Department Of Radiology

    1153 Centre Street, 1st Floor, 
    Jamaica Plain, MA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    16+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Leslie Lee is a Radiologist in Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts. Dr. Lee has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Visceromegaly, WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, and Lump in the Abdomen.

    Daniel A. Souza
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Distinguished in Ascites

    Brigham And Womens Physicians Organization Inc

    1153 Centre St, 
    Jamaica Plain, MA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Souza is a Radiologist in Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts. Dr. Souza is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Ascites, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, and Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology

    St. Elizabeth's Medical Center

    736 Cambridge St, 
    Brighton, MA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Eugene Tikh is an Interventional Radiologist in Brighton, Massachusetts. Dr. Tikh has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Lung Cancer, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.

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    Anna E. Rutherford
    Advanced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology
    Advanced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology

    Brigham And Women's Crohn's And Colitis Center

    850 Boylston Street, Suite 201 Mass General Brigham Healthcare Center, 
    Chestnut Hill, MA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Anna Rutherford is a transplant hepatologist with expertise in caring for patients with chronic liver disease and advanced liver disease, before and after liver transplantation. Her particular clinical interests include acute liver failure, advanced liver disease and liver disease in pregnancy. She spends the majority of her time caring for patients with liver disease in clinic, endoscopy, and on the inpatient service at Brigham and  Women’s Hospital (BWH) and Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH).In 2016 Dr. Rutherford was appointed the Clinical Director of Hepatology at Brigham & Women’s Hospital, which has involved building relationships with Massachusetts General Hospital and University of Massachusetts liver transplant programs and developing an inpatient hepatology service at Brigham & Women’s Hospital. She is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School.Dr. Rutherford dedicates the balance of her time to medical education and clinical research. She is the director of the 7-week gastroenterology pathophysiology course for medical students in the Harvard-MIT Program in Health Sciences and Technology. Her clinical research has focused on identifying factors that affect clinical outcome in acute liver failure and liver transplantation, predictors of hepatic decompensation as well as liver disease and pregnancy. Dr. Rutherford is an Associate Editor for the Clinical Observations section in Hepatology, and she serves on the Medical Advisory Board for the New England chapter of the American Liver Foundation.  In 2018, Dr. Rutherford was awarded the Dr. Jerry Trier Award for Excellence in Clinical Teaching (HMS) and in 2019 she was the recipient of the Irving M. London Teaching Award for excellence and dedication to teaching in biomedical science (HMS/HST). Dr. Rutherford is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. Her top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Hepatitis, Enlarged Liver, Endoscopy, and Liver Transplant.

    Matthew F. Sullivan
    Advanced in Ascites
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Ascites
    Internal Medicine

    Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital - Needham

    148 Chestnut Street, 
    Needham, MA 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Sullivan is an Internal Medicine provider in Needham, Massachusetts. Dr. Sullivan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Enlarged Liver, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Vilas R. Patwardhan
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Internal Medicine

    BIDMC - Division Of Gastroenterology/Liver Center

    110 Francis Street, Suite 8E, 
    Boston, MA 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin, Portuguese, Spanish

    Vilas Patwardhan is an Internal Medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Patwardhan has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Cholangitis, Autoimmune Hepatitis, Sclerosing Cholangitis, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy.

    Alan Bonder
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Internal Medicine

    BIDMC - Division Of Gastroenterology/Liver Center

    110 Francis Street, Suite 8E, 
    Boston, MA 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Alan Bonder is an Internal Medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Bonder is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Autoimmune Hepatitis, Cholangitis, Primary Biliary Cholangitis, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy.

    Michael P. Curry
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Internal Medicine

    BIDMC - Division Of Gastroenterology/Liver Center

    110 Francis Street, Suite 8E, 
    Boston, MA 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Curry is an Internal Medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Curry is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Cholangitis, Sclerosing Cholangitis, Visceromegaly, Enlarged Liver, and Endoscopy.

    Maria-andreea Catana
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Internal Medicine

    BIDMC - Division Of Gastroenterology/Liver Center

    110 Francis Street, Suite 8E, 
    Boston, MA 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Romanian
    Offers Telehealth

    Maria-andreea Catana is an Internal Medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Catana is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. Her top areas of expertise are Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Ascites, Enlarged Liver, and Endoscopy.

    Martin P. Smith
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Distinguished in Ascites

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro 4, 
    Boston, MA 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Martin Smith is a Radiologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Smith is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Visceromegaly, Pancreatic Adenoma, and Gallbladder Disease.

    Jesse L. Wei
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Distinguished in Ascites

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro 4, 
    Boston, MA 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jesse Wei is a Radiologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Wei is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Ascites, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, and Endoscopy.

    Bettina Siewert
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Distinguished in Ascites

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro 4, 
    Boston, MA 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bettina Siewert is a Radiologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Siewert is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. Her top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Ascites, Intestinal Pseudo-Obstruction, Gallbladder Disease, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery.

    Muneeb Ahmed
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Distinguished in Ascites

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro 4, 
    Boston, MA 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Urdu
    Offers Telehealth

    Muneeb Ahmed is a Radiologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Ahmed is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Ascites, Liver Embolization, and Cardiac Ablation.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Advanced in Ascites

    Newton-Wellesley Hospital Radiology

    2014 Washington St, 
    Newton, MA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Steven Miller is a Radiologist in Newton, Massachusetts. Dr. Miller is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Chronic Cough, Angiomyoma, and Tenosynovitis.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Advanced in Ascites

    Office

    2014 Washington St, 
    Newton Lower Falls, MA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Denison is a Radiologist in Newton Lower Falls, Massachusetts. Dr. Denison is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Ascites, and Chronic Cough.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    2000 Washington St Ste 368, 
    Newton Lower Falls, MA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Laurence Bailen is a Gastroenterologist in Newton Lower Falls, Massachusetts. Dr. Bailen is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Jaime A. Oviedo
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology

    Brigham And Womens Physicians Organization Inc

    850 Boylston St, 
    Chestnut Hill, MA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jaime Oviedo is a Hepatologist and a Gastroenterologist in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. Dr. Oviedo 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, Barrett Esophagus, and Chronic Erosive Gastritis.

    Ilana S. Warsofsky
    Experienced in Ascites
    Experienced in Ascites

    Brigham And Womens Physicians Organization Inc

    850 Boylston St, 
    Chestnut Hill, MA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ilana Warsofsky is a Radiologist in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. Dr. Warsofsky is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. Her top areas of expertise are Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Chronic Cough, and Vertigo.

    Christopher C. Thompson
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology

    Brigham And Women's Crohn's And Colitis Center

    850 Boylston Street, Suite 201 Mass General Brigham Healthcare Center, 
    Chestnut Hill, MA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Christopher C. Thompson is the Director of Endoscopy at Brigham and Women’s Hospital (BWH), Co-director of the Center for Weight Management and Wellness, and Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School.  He is also the Advanced Endoscopy Fellowship Program Director and clinical faculty at Boston Children’s Hospital and the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.  Dr. Thompson’s clinical interests include endoscopic surgery applied to foregut conditions, with a focus on endoscopic treatment of obesity, GERD, Zenker’s diverticula, achalasia, gastroparesis,  postsurgical complications, and pancreatobiliary disease.  He spends the majority of his time performing these advanced endoscopic procedures and also cares for these patients in the ambulatory setting.  The remainder of his time is devoted to research in endoscopic surgery, with a focus on device development, clinical outcomes, and endoscopic education. His research has resulted in numerous patents, development of new endoscopic procedures, and over 300 publications.  He was awarded the Brigham and Women’s Physician Organization Clinical Innovation Award in 2007 for developing and performing the first endoscopic suturing procedure to treat obesity.  He also invented anastomosis technology, which has been shown to treat type 2 diabetes effectively in early clinical trials.  He was responsible for much of the early work in Bariatric Endoscopy, having been called the founding father of the field, and edited the first textbook and video atlas on the subject.  Some of his other important clinical innovations include the development of new endoscopic techniques for treating pancreatic necrosis, gastric outlet obstruction, sleeve gastrectomy stenosis, pancreaticojejunal anastomotic strictures, and postsurgical complications.  He also developed an endoscopic part-task simulator used by many fellowship programs (the TEST box).These accomplishments have led to a broad clinical referral base, and to national and international invitations for lectureships and live case demonstrations, including the American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) Blackwell Lectureship, ACG American Journal of Gastroenterology Lecture, American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) Presidential Plenary Lecture, American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE) J Edward Berk Presidential Plenary Lecture, ACG Edgar Achkar Visiting Professorship, all post-graduate education courses for the major US gastroenterology and surgical societies, and numerous respected courses throughout Europe, Asia, and South America.  He has also mentored more than 20 fellows, many of whom have gone on to thrive in prestigious academic institutions, and he established the first Fellowship in Bariatric Endoscopy. Dr. Thompson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Esophageal Varices, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Endoscopy, and Gastric Bypass.

    Marvin Ryou
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology

    Brigham And Women's Crohn's And Colitis Center

    850 Boylston Street, Suite 201 Mass General Brigham Healthcare Center, 
    Chestnut Hill, MA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Marvin Ryou is a Hepatologist and a Gastroenterologist in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. Dr. Ryou is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Esophageal Varices, Portal Hypertension, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

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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 Newton, MA?

    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 Newton, MA?

    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 Newton, MA?

    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 Newton, MA?

    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 Newton, MA?

    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 Newton, MA?

    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 Newton, MA?

    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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