The 20 Best Ascites Doctors Near Me in Cleveland, OH

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 333 doctor with experience in Ascites near Cleveland, OH. Of these, 236 are Experienced, 73 are Advanced, 23 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Elite in Ascites
    Gastroenterology

    University Hospitals

    11100 Euclid Ave, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stanley Cohen is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Cohen is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Hepatitis, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Endoscopy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Radiology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Radiology

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brian Herts is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Herts is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 36 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gas Bloat Syndrome, Visceromegaly, Ascites, and Splenomegaly. Dr. Herts is board certified in American Board Of Radiology, 1992.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Distinguished in Ascites

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    24+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Douglas Nachand is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. He has been practicing medicine for over 24 years. Dr. Nachand is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 37 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Visceromegaly, Ascites, WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, and Splenic Infarction. Dr. Nachand is board certified in American Board Of Radiology, 2018.

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    Distinguished in Ascites
    Distinguished in Ascites

    Cleveland Clinic

    9500 Euclid Ave, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    39+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Barry Mcnulty is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. He has been practicing medicine for over 39 years. Dr. Mcnulty is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Carbuncle, Boils, and Folliculitis. Dr. Mcnulty is board certified in American Board Of Radiology, 1995.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Distinguished in Ascites

    Cleveland Clinic

    9500 Euclid Ave, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    39+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ajay Bhardwaj is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. He has been practicing medicine for over 39 years. Dr. Bhardwaj is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, Ascites, Pleural Effusion, Visceromegaly, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Bhardwaj is board certified in American Board Of Radiology, 1999.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Distinguished in Ascites

    Cleveland Clinic

    9500 Euclid Ave, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    31+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Freels is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. He has been practicing medicine for over 31 years. Dr. Freels 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, Thyroid Nodule, Fibroadenoma, and Giant Mammary Hamartoma. Dr. Freels is board certified in American Board Of Radiology, 2005.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Transplant Surgery
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Transplant Surgery

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    2049 East 100th Street, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    William Carey is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Carey 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 Hepatitis, Ascites, Liver Failure, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy. Dr. Carey is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, 1977.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Transplant Surgery
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Transplant Surgery

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    2049 East 100th Street, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    42+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert O'shea is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. He has been practicing medicine for over 42 years. Dr. O'shea is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Cirrhosis, Visceromegaly, Endoscopy, and Liver Embolization. Dr. O'shea is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, 2006.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Transplant Surgery
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Transplant Surgery

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    2049 East 100th Street, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Carlos Romero is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Romero 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 Banti's Syndrome, Cirrhosis, Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy. Dr. Romero is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, 2010.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Transplant Surgery
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Transplant Surgery

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    2049 East 100th Street, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christina Lindenmeyer is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Lindenmeyer is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. She is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Cirrhosis, Hepatitis, Liver Transplant, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery. Dr. Lindenmeyer is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, 2018.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Radiology
    Distinguished in Ascites
    Radiology

    University Hospitals

    11100 Euclid Ave, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nami Azar is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Azar 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 Ascites, Visceromegaly, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Gastrostomy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Distinguished in Ascites

    University Hospitals

    11100 Euclid Ave, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Eric D Mcloney is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. D Mcloney 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, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Lung Cancer, Liver Embolization, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Distinguished in Ascites

    University Hospitals

    11100 Euclid Ave, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Myers is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Myers is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 43 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteopenia, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, and Pleural Effusion.

    Distinguished in Ascites
    Distinguished in Ascites

    University Hospitals

    11100 Euclid Ave, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sree Tirumani is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Tirumani is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, Neuroendocrine Tumor, and Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Radiology | Pediatrics
    Advanced in Ascites
    Radiology | Pediatrics

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    25+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Samuel Ruskin is a Radiologist and a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. He has been practicing medicine for over 25 years. Dr. Ruskin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 37 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Visceromegaly, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Lung Nodules. Dr. Ruskin is board certified in American Board Of Radiology, 2016.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Advanced in Ascites

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Schreiner is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Schreiner is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. He is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Visceromegaly, WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), and Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer. Dr. Schreiner is board certified in American Board Of Radiology, 2019.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology
    Advanced in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    29+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Avi Beck is an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. He has been practicing medicine for over 29 years. Dr. Beck is rated as an Advanced 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, Peritonitis, Liver Embolization, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Beck is board certified in American Board Of Radiology, 2017.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Advanced in Ascites

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Melina Pectasides is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Pectasides is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. She is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Banti's Syndrome, Visceromegaly, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Pectasides is board certified in American Board Of Radiology, 2013.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Nuclear Medicine
    Advanced in Ascites
    Nuclear Medicine

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    14+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sara Hunter is a Nuclear Medicine provider practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. She has been practicing medicine for over 14 years. Dr. Hunter is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Banti's Syndrome, Ascites, Visceromegaly, and Splenic Infarction. Dr. Hunter is board certified in American Board Of Radiology, 2022.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Transplant Surgery
    Advanced in Ascites
    Transplant Surgery

    Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

    9500 Euclid Avenue, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi

    Srinivasan Dasarathy is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Dasarathy is rated as an Advanced 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 Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Liver Failure, Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy. Dr. Dasarathy is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, 2008.

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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 Cleveland, OH?

    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 Cleveland, OH?

    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 Cleveland, OH?

    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 Cleveland, OH?

    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 Cleveland, OH?

    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 Cleveland, OH?

    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 Cleveland, OH?

    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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