The 20 Best Ascites Doctors Near Me in Maryland, US

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The 20 Best Ascites Doctors in Maryland, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 610 doctor with experience in Ascites near Maryland, US. Of these, 453 are Experienced, 94 are Advanced, 62 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Elite in Ascites
    Gastroenterology

    Johns Hopkins Hospital

    600 N Wolfe St, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sumita Verma is a Gastroenterologist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Verma is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. Her top areas of expertise are Ascites, Hepatitis, Hepatitis C, Liver Transplant, and Stent Placement.

    Wikrom Karnsakul
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Pediatrics | Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Pediatrics | Pediatric Gastroenterology

    Rubenstein Child Health Building

    200 North Wolfe Street, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Thai

    Dr. Wikrom Karnsakul is an associate professor of pediatrics at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. His clinical interests are in the care of pediatric liver diseases, and general gastrointestinal diseases. Dr. Karnsakul received his medical degree in 1992 from Faculty of Medicine, Siriraj Medical Center, Mahidol University School of Medicine in Bangkok, Thailand. He completed his residency in pediatrics at Advocate Hope Children's Hospital in 1998 and did a fellowship in pediatric gastroenterology, hepatology and nutrition at Texas Children's Hospital, Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. He completed his postdoctoral research training at USDA/ARS Children's Nutrition Research Center, Baylor College of Medicine. He joined the faculty at Johns Hopkins in 2008. His research interests center on the understanding and treatment of chronic liver disease, ascites, cholestasis, viral hepatitis especially hepatitis C and hepatitis E, and Cystic Fibrosis Related Liver Disease. Dr. Karnsakul is also involved in NIH-funded multicenter research studies including the Cholestatic Liver Disease Consortium and Cystic Fibrosis Related Liver Disease Project. Dr. Karnsakul is currently a Fellow of the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases (FAASLD). Dr. Karnsakul is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Alagille Syndrome, Cholestasis, Hepatitis E, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy.

    Nikhil Bhagat
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Distinguished in Ascites

    Suburban Hospital

    8600 Old Georgetown Road, 
    Bethesda, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Bhagat is an interventional radiologist serving as the director of Vascular and Interventional Radiology of the National Capital Region. His primary areas of clinical expertise are interventional oncology (chemoembolization, radioembolization, and ablation), women's interventions, and vascular interventions (venous and arterial). Dr. Bhagat sees patients at both Suburban Hospital and Sibley Memorial Hospital. His research interests include interventional oncology, especially device development and software assistance for complex procedures. Dr. Bhagat successfully completed his Vascular and Interventional Radiology fellowship at the University of California, San Francisco in 2009. He joined the staff as an Assistant Professor of Radiology and Surgery at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. While there, he authored more than 5 book chapters and 20 peer-reviewed manuscripts as well as giving many lectures at national and international meetings. In his second year at Johns Hopkins, he received a NIH R01 grant. Videos Nikhil Bhagat, M.D. Dr. Bhagat is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Liver Embolization, and Gastrostomy.

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    Abhishek Srinivas
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology

    Suburban Hospital

    Bethesda, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Abhishek Srinivas received his medical degree from the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine in 2006. He completed his diagnostic radiology residency at the Montefiore Medical Center of the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York in 2011. This was followed by a fellowship in Vascular and Interventional Radiology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in 2012. Prior to joining Johns Hopkins as faculty, Dr. Srinivas established an interventional oncology practice serving much of central New Jersey, and a local hub for patients affiliated with Hahnemann University Hospital’s liver transplant program in Philadelphia. During this time, Dr. Srinivas was also part of the neuroradiology team for the hospital’s stroke center. His primary areas of expertise include interventional oncology (liver, kidney and bone cancers), vascular disease (deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, aneurysm treatment), uterine fibroid embolization, spine interventions, and advanced biliary interventions. Other interests include novel device evaluation and development. Videos Abhishek Srinivas, M.D. Selected Publications Chang SW, Srinivas A, Murphy KP. Chapter 5: Endovascular Management of a Patient After SAH. Bhardwaj A, Alkayed NJ, Kirsch JR, et al. Acute Stroke: Bench to Bedside. Chapter 5, 53 – 61. New York: Marcel Dekker. Copyright 2007, informa Healthcare USA inc. Farinhas, J, Srinivas A, Gulko E, Bello J. Chapter 4: Imaging of the Spine and Spinal Cord. Kirshblum S, Campagnolo D, DeLisa JA, Spinal Cord Medicine 2nd Edition. Lippincott, Williams, & Wilkins (Copyright 2011) Gailloud P, Srinivas A, Chang SW, Murphy KP. Morgan RH. Percutaneous Vertebroplasty in a Sitting Patient. Journal of Vascular and Interventional Radiology. 2005 Nov; 16(11):1558-9 Mahadevia AA, Weiland D, Kvamme P, Murphy KP, Srinivas A, Wyse G. Polymethylmethacrylate contact dermatitis after vertebroplasty. Journal of Vascular and Interventional Radiology 2007 Apr;18(4):585 Srinivas A, Chang SW, Gailloud P. Chapter 33: Diagnosis and Treatment of Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformations. Bhardwaj A, Alkayed NJ, Kirsch JR, et al. Acute Stroke: Bench to Bedside. Chapter 33, 397 – 404. New York: Marcel Dekker. Copyright 2007, informa Healthcare USA inc. Dr. Srinivas is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Bile Duct Obstruction, Ascites, Jaundice, Liver Embolization, and Bone Graft.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Distinguished in Ascites

    Office

    7253 Ambassador Rd, 
    Windsor Mill, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Troy Brijbasi is a Radiologist in Windsor Mill, Maryland. Dr. Brijbasi is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Pleurisy, Lung Nodules, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Gastrostomy.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Distinguished in Ascites

    Office

    7253 Ambassador Rd, 
    Windsor Mill, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Zuzana Chamrova is a Radiologist in Windsor Mill, Maryland. Dr. Chamrova is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. Her top areas of expertise are Ascites, Endometrial Cancer, Pleurisy, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Vertebroplasty.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Distinguished in Ascites

    Office

    7253 Ambassador Rd, 
    Windsor Mill, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kevin Jarrell is a Radiologist in Windsor Mill, Maryland. Dr. Jarrell is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, Pleurisy, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Radiology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Radiology

    Office

    7253 Ambassador Rd, 
    Windsor Mill, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Charles Yim is a Radiologist in Windsor Mill, Maryland. Dr. Yim is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, Pleurisy, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Gastrostomy.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Distinguished in Ascites

    Office

    7253 Ambassador Rd, 
    Windsor Mill, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Margaret Lynch is a Radiologist in Windsor Mill, Maryland. Dr. Lynch is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. Her top areas of expertise are Ascites, Thyroid Nodule, Pleurisy, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Gastrostomy.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology | Radiology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology | Radiology

    Diagnostic Medical Imaging

    Silver Spring, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish, Urdu

    Dr. Sabir Taj's interests include venous interventions, uterine fibroid embolization and interventional oncology. Dr. Taj earned his medical degree at Rush University Medical Center, his residency at Loyola University Medical Center and his fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Taj is a member of the Diagnostic Medical Imaging practice, which provides diagnostic and interventional radiology services at Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Taj is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Lymphadenectomy.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology

    Office

    7253 Ambassador Rd, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Edward Ahn is an Interventional Radiologist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Ahn is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Liver Embolization.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Neuroradiology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Neuroradiology

    Office

    918 Eastern Shore Dr, 
    Salisbury, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Reid is a Neuroradiologist in Salisbury, Maryland. Dr. Reid is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Radiology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Radiology

    Office

    7253 Ambassador Rd, 
    Windsor Mill, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Zina Novak is a Radiologist in Windsor Mill, Maryland. Dr. Novak is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. Her top areas of expertise are Ascites, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Lung Cancer, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Distinguished in Ascites

    Advanced Radiology P A

    21 Crossroads Dr Ste 100, 
    Owings Mills, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Morton is a Radiologist in Owings Mills, Maryland. Dr. Morton is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Lung Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Radiology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Radiology

    TriState Health Partners Inc.

    10715 Downsville Pike Ste 103, 
    Hagerstown, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Trung Vu is a Radiologist in Hagerstown, Maryland. Dr. Vu is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Distinguished in Ascites

    Office

    918 Eastern Shore Dr, 
    Salisbury, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Assen Todorov is a Radiologist in Salisbury, Maryland. Dr. Todorov is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Bronchogenic Cyst, Pleurisy, and Pleural Effusion.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Radiology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Radiology

    Office

    2002 Medical Pkwy Ste 235, 
    Annapolis, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Todd is a Radiologist in Annapolis, Maryland. Dr. Todd is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Thyroid Nodule, Pleurisy, Liver Embolization, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Distinguished in Ascites

    Office

    918 Eastern Shore Dr, 
    Salisbury, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Vennos is a Radiologist in Salisbury, Maryland. Dr. Vennos is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are CAPOS Syndrome, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Liver Embolization.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Distinguished in Ascites

    TidalHealth Peninsula Regional

    100 E Carroll St, 
    Salisbury, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mario Todorov is a Radiologist in Salisbury, Maryland. Dr. Todorov is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Bronchogenic Cyst, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Pulmonary Fibrosis.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Radiology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Radiology

    Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center

    9901 Medical Center Dr, 
    Rockville, MD 
    Experience:
    16+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Cho is a Radiologist in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Cho 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, Deep Vein Thrombosis, Lung Cancer, Gastrostomy, and Liver Embolization.

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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 Maryland, 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 Maryland, 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 Maryland, 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 Maryland, 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 Maryland, 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 Maryland, 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 Maryland, 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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