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    MediFind found 104 doctor with experience in Ascites near Rio Rancho, NM. Of these, 90 are Experienced, 12 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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    104 providers found
      Experienced in Ascites
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Ascites
      Internal Medicine

      Presbyterian Healthcare Services

      4100 High Resort Blvd Se, 
      Rio Rancho, NM 
       (1.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Elamite, Japanese, Spanish

      Cynthia Valdez is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. Dr. Valdez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Acute Pancreatitis, Peptic Ulcer, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Ascites
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Ascites
      Internal Medicine

      Presbyterian Healthcare Services

      4005 High Resort Blvd Se, 
      Rio Rancho, NM 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Experience:
      16+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Elamite, Japanese, Spanish

      Raghu Vanama is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. Dr. Vanama has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, and Pulmonary Embolism.

      What does Elite, Distinguished, Advanced, Experienced mean?
      Experienced in Ascites
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Ascites
      Gastroenterology

      Presbyterian Healthcare Services

      2400 Unser Blvd Se, 
      Rio Rancho, NM 
       (1.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Elamite, Japanese, Spanish

      Joshua Zara is a Gastroenterologist in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. Dr. Zara is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Esophagitis, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

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      Experienced in Ascites
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Ascites
      Internal Medicine

      Hospitalist Medicine Physicians Of Texas PLLC

      2400 Unser Blvd Se, Rust Medical Center, 
      Rio Rancho, NM 
       (1.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      David Rodriguez is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. Dr. Rodriguez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Ogilvie Syndrome, Atypical Pneumonia, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement.

      Experienced in Ascites
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Ascites
      Gastroenterology

      Presbyterian Healthcare Services

      2400 Unser Blvd Se, Suite 19100, 
      Rio Rancho, NM 
       (1.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic, Cantonese, Hindi

      Pradeep Kathi is a Gastroenterologist in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. Dr. Kathi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Hemorrhoids, Turcot Syndrome, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Ascites
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Ascites
      Internal Medicine
      9250 Eagle Ranch Rd Nw, Apt 324, 
      Albuquerque, NM 
       (3.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Bryan Wood is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Wood is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Sepsis, Secondary Peritonitis, and Peritonitis.

      Experienced in Ascites
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Ascites
      Family Medicine

      Presbyterian Healthcare Services

      4588 Paradise Blvd Nw, 
      Albuquerque, NM 
       (3.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Polish, Spanish, Vietnamese
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Natalie Debassige is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Debassige is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Pharyngomaxillary Space Abscess, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Debassige is currently accepting new patients.

      Joseph Hunt
      Advanced in Ascites
      Radiology
      Advanced in Ascites
      Radiology

      Cleveland Clinic Health Services Professional Association, Inc

      4072 Dietz Farm Cir Nw, 
      Los Ranchos, NM 
       (6.7 miles away)
      Experience:
      23+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Joseph Hunt is a Radiologist in Los Ranchos, New Mexico. Dr. Hunt has been practicing medicine for over 23 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Tenosynovitis, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Sclerosing Mesenteritis.

      Matthew Myers
      Advanced in Ascites
      Advanced in Ascites

      Cleveland Clinic Health Services Professional Association, Inc

      4712 Haines Ave Ne, 
      Albuquerque, NM 
       (9.9 miles away)
      Experience:
      20+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Matthew Myers is a Radiologist in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Myers has been practicing medicine for over 20 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Lemierre Syndrome, Pleural Effusion, and Tenosynovitis.

      Experienced in Ascites
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Ascites
      Gastroenterology

      Presbyterian Healthcare Services

      1100 Lead Ave Se, 
      Albuquerque, NM 
       (10.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Tarik Alhmoud is a Gastroenterologist in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Alhmoud is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Eosinophilic Enteropathy, Viral Gastroenteritis, Esophagitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Alhmoud is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Ascites
      Interventional Radiology | Radiology
      Advanced in Ascites
      Interventional Radiology | Radiology

      Unm Medical Group Inc

      3001 Broadmoor Blvd Ne, 
      Rio Rancho, NM 
       (5.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Paul Vantine is an Interventional Radiologist and a Radiologist in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. Dr. Vantine is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Visceromegaly, Cirrhosis, and Fibrolamellar Carcinoma.

      Advanced in Ascites
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Ascites
      Gastroenterology

      Unm Medical Group Inc

      3001 Broadmoor Blvd Ne, 
      Rio Rancho, NM 
       (5.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Archana Kaza is a Gastroenterologist in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. Dr. Kaza is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. Her top areas of expertise are Esophageal Varices, Ascites, Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Advanced in Ascites
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Ascites
      Gastroenterology
      7788 Jefferson St Ne, 
      Albuquerque, NM 
       (6.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Russian, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Michael Bay is a Gastroenterologist in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Bay is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Lymphocytic Colitis, Encopresis, Diarrhea, and Endoscopy. Dr. Bay is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Ascites
      Advanced in Ascites

      Cleveland Clinic Health Services Professional Association, Inc

      11101 Richfield Ave Ne, 
      Albuquerque, NM 
       (8.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Martha Terrazas is a Radiologist in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Terrazas is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. Her top areas of expertise are Testicular Torsion, Gallbladder Disease, Ascites, and Visceromegaly.

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

      Unm Medical Group Inc

      2211 Lomas Blvd Ne, 
      Albuquerque, NM 
       (10.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Christopher Gutjahr is an Interventional Radiologist and a Radiologist in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Gutjahr is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Gastrostomy, and Liver Embolization.

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

      Imaging Associates Of New Mexico LLC

      601 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Ave Ne, 
      Albuquerque, NM 
       (10.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, French, Italian, Mandarin
      Accepting New Patients

      Matthew Bordegaray is an Interventional Radiologist and a Radiologist in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Bordegaray is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Bordegaray is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Ascites
      Experienced in Ascites

      Unm Medical Group Inc

      3001 Broadmoor Blvd Ne, 
      Rio Rancho, NM 
       (5.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Steven Eberhardt is a Radiologist in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. Dr. Eberhardt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Ureterocele, WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, and Splenectomy.

      Experienced in Ascites
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Ascites
      Gastroenterology

      Southwest Gastroenterology Associates

      7788 Jefferson St Ne, 
      Albuquerque, NM 
       (6.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Russian, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Mitchal Schreiner is a Gastroenterologist in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Schreiner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Bile Duct Obstruction, Bile Duct Stricture, Cholestasis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Schreiner is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Ascites
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Ascites
      Gastroenterology

      Southwest Gastroenterology Associates

      7788 Jefferson St Ne, 
      Albuquerque, NM 
       (6.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Antoine Jakiche is a Gastroenterologist in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Jakiche is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Esophageal Varices, Visceromegaly, Enlarged Liver, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Experienced in Ascites
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Ascites
      Gastroenterology

      Southwest Gastroenterology Associates

      7788 Jefferson St Ne, 
      Albuquerque, NM 
       (6.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Lance Taylor is a Gastroenterologist in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Taylor is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Colitis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      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 Rio Rancho, NM?

      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 Rio Rancho, NM?

      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 Rio Rancho, NM?

      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 Rio Rancho, NM?

      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 Rio Rancho, NM?

      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 Rio Rancho, NM?

      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 Rio Rancho, NM?

      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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