The 20 Best Ascites Doctors Near Me in Elizabeth, NJ

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 429 doctor with experience in Ascites near Elizabeth, NJ. Of these, 350 are Experienced, 51 are Advanced and 28 are Distinguished.

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429 providers found
    Advanced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology

    Center For Digestive Diseases

    695 Chestnut Street, 
    Union, NJ 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sujala Chirla is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Union, New Jersey. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Chirla is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. She is also highly rated in 45 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Childhood Volvulus, Portal Hypertension, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Chirla is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Chirla is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology

    Ancillary Services Of Practice Associates PA

    99 Beauvoir Avenue, 
    Summit, NJ 
     (8.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Amish Patel is an interventional radiologist with Atlantic Medical Group Radiology, specializing in image-guided procedures. Fellowship-trained and board certified in vascular and interventional radiology, Dr. Patel performs minimally invasive procedures that often replace major surgery, achieving the same results with fewer complications and speedier recovery time.With skillful precision and using the latest techniques, Dr. Patel offers a wide range of procedures targeting different parts of the body. In addition to active research trials, book chapters, and guest lectures both nationally and internationally, he serves on several committees with the Society of Interventional Radiology. Dr. Patel is committed to fostering the development and enhancement of innovative, image-guided therapies to improve patient care and quality of life. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Radiology.Prior to joining Atlantic Medical Group Radiology, Dr. Patel was an assistant professor of radiology at NYU Langone Health where he served as director of Quality and Safety for Interventional Radiology. He is service-oriented and strives to make the referral and treatment process seamless for both the patient and the referring physician.Dr. Patel is a participating provider of the Atlantic Accountable Care Organization. Dr. Patel is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Gallbladder Disease, Liver Cancer, Liver Embolization, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Transplant Surgery | Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Transplant Surgery | Gastroenterology

    Atlantic Medical Group Gastroenterology At Summit

    33 Overlook Road, Suite 201, 
    Summit, NJ 
     (8.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Nikolaos Pyrsopoulos is a Transplant Surgeon and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Summit, New Jersey. Dr. Pyrsopoulos is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Hepatitis, Hepatorenal Syndrome, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy. Dr. Pyrsopoulos is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Pyrsopoulos is currently accepting new patients.

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    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology
    242 Mason Avenue, 
    Staten Island, NY 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vincent Gallo is an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Gallo 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, Lung Nodules, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Thrombectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Gallo is board certified in American Board Of Radiology/Diagnostic Radiology.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology | Radiology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology | Radiology
    475 Seaview Avenue, 
    Staten Island, NY 
     (8.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Leonard Berliner is a Radiologist and an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Berliner is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Visceromegaly, Gallbladder Disease, Liver Embolization, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Berliner is board certified in American Board Of Radiology/Diagnostic Radiology.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Distinguished in Ascites

    Office

    201 Lyons Ave, 
    Newark, NJ 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mohanty Smruti is a Hepatologist practicing medicine in Newark, New Jersey. Dr. Smruti is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hepatitis C, Hepatitis, Ascites, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology

    Center For Digestive Diseases, PA

    695 Chestnut Street, 
    Union, NJ 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dhanasekaran Ramasamy is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Union, New Jersey. Dr. Ramasamy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 69 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Choledocholithiasis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Ramasamy is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ramasamy is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Gastroenterology

    David Wexler, MD

    727 Raritan Road, Suite 101, 
    Clark, NJ 
     (6.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Wexler is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Clark, New Jersey. Dr. Wexler 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, Barrett Esophagus, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), and Indigestion. Dr. Wexler is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine.

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

    Overlook Medical Center

    99 Beauvoir Avenue, 
    Summit, NJ 
     (8.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Waseem Bhatti is a Radiologist and an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in Summit, New Jersey. Dr. Bhatti is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Cholestasis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Bhatti is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Radiology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Radiology

    Saint Barnabas Medical Center

    94 Old Short Hills Rd, 
    Livingston, NJ 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alan Garten is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Livingston, New Jersey. Dr. Garten 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, Gastric Lymphoma, Biliary Dyskinesia, Pleurisy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Distinguished in Ascites

    Saint Barnabas Medical Center

    94 Old Short Hills Rd, 
    Livingston, NJ 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Kamieniecki is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Livingston, New Jersey. Dr. Kamieniecki 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, Lung Cancer, Pleurisy, Thyroidectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Distinguished in Ascites

    Saint Barnabas Medical Center

    94 Old Short Hills Rd, 
    Livingston, NJ 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Cornelius Mccarthy is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Livingston, New Jersey. Dr. Mccarthy 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, Gastric Lymphoma, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Pleurisy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology | Oncology | Geriatrics
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology | Oncology | Geriatrics

    Pradeep S Mahal MD

    1308 Morris Avenue, Suite 202, 
    Union, NJ 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Pradeep Mahal is an Oncologist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Union, New Jersey. Dr. Mahal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cronkhite-Canada Disease, Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome, Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Mahal is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Mahal is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Pediatric Radiology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Pediatric Radiology

    Newark Beth Israel Medical Center

    201 Lyons Ave, 
    Newark, NJ 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Llanos is a Pediatric Radiologist practicing medicine in Newark, New Jersey. Dr. Llanos is rated as an Experienced 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 Folliculitis, Boils, Carbuncle, and Pleurisy.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Experienced in Ascites

    Center For Digestive Diseases

    695 Chestnut Street, 
    Union, NJ 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Geethan Sivananthan is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Union, New Jersey. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Sivananthan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 49 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Macroamylasemia, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Sivananthan is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology

    Robert Wood Johnson Medical Associates At Hamilton PA

    328 W Saint Georges Ave, 
    Linden, NJ 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rajesh Dhirmalani is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Linden, New Jersey. Dr. Dhirmalani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Menetrier Disease, Heartburn, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Gardner Syndrome, and Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology
    Advanced in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology

    Summit Radiologic Associates PA

    99 Beauvoir Avenue, 
    Summit, NJ 
     (8.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Nikhil Jain is an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in Summit, New Jersey. Dr. Jain is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, Hepatocerebral Degeneration, Pleural Effusion, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Jain is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Transplant Surgery | Hepatology | Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Transplant Surgery | Hepatology | Gastroenterology

    NYU Langone Transplant

    403 East 34th Street, Floor 3, 
    New York, NY 
     (13.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Patrick Northup is a Hepatologist and a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Northup 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, Ascites, Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy. Dr. Northup is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Northup is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Ascites
    Internal Medicine

    Trinitas Regional Medical Center

    225 Williamson St, 
    Elizabeth, NJ 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Saptarshi Bandyopadhyay is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Elizabeth, New Jersey. Dr. Bandyopadhyay is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Liver Failure, and Sepsis.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology
    Advanced in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology

    NBIMC - Radiology

    201 Lyons Ave # 16, 
    Newark, NJ 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sujoy Menon is an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in Newark, New Jersey. Dr. Menon is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Liver Cancer.

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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 Elizabeth, NJ?

    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 Elizabeth, NJ?

    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 Elizabeth, NJ?

    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 Elizabeth, NJ?

    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 Elizabeth, NJ?

    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 Elizabeth, NJ?

    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 Elizabeth, NJ?

    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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