The 20 Best Ascites Doctors Near Me in Puerto Rico, US

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The 20 Best Ascites Doctors in Puerto Rico, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 33 doctor with experience in Ascites near Puerto Rico, US. Of these, 29 are Experienced and 4 are Advanced.

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33 providers found
    Advanced in Ascites
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Ascites
    Internal Medicine

    Arraut Healthcare Institute LLC

    400 Ave Fd Roosevelt, Suite 408, 
    San Juan, PR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Juan Arraut is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Dr. Arraut is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Low Blood Pressure, Enlarged Liver, Hypertensive Heart Disease, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Ascites
    Family Medicine

    Dorado Health Inc

    Manati, PR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Porfirio Franqui is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Manati, Puerto Rico. Dr. Franqui is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Acute Coronary Syndrome, Enlarged Liver, and Hypertensive Heart Disease.

    Advanced in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology | Radiology
    Advanced in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology | Radiology
    Ave Juan Ponce De Leon Parada, 5 Hospital Auxilio Mutuo, 
    Hato Rey, PR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Salvador Mercado is an Interventional Radiologist and a Radiologist in Hato Rey, Puerto Rico. Dr. Mercado is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.

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    Advanced in Ascites
    Advanced in Ascites
    Mayaguez, PR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Franklin Pluguez-Feliciano is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Mayaguez, Puerto Rico. Dr. Pluguez-Feliciano is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Pneumonia, Pleurisy, CAPOS Syndrome, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology | Radiology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology | Radiology

    Hospital Menonita Caguas Inc

    Caguas, PR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Martin Gorrochategui is an Interventional Radiologist and a Radiologist in Caguas, Puerto Rico. Dr. Gorrochategui is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Peritonitis, Secondary Peritonitis, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology | Radiology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology | Radiology
    Medical Ctr Adult Unit, 2 Carr 22 Bo Monacillos, 
    San Juan, PR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gabriel Rivera-Velazquez is an Interventional Radiologist and a Radiologist in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Dr. Rivera-Velazquez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion, Pleural Effusion, and Liver Embolization.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    735 Ave Ponce De Leon, 
    San Juan, PR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rafael Pastrana is a Gastroenterologist in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Dr. Pastrana is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Visceromegaly, Ascites, and Hepatitis.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology

    Hospital Espanol Auxilio Mutuo De Puerto Rico, Inc.

    715 Ave Ponce De Leon, Stop 37.5, 
    San Juan, PR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ivan Antunez is a Gastroenterologist in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Dr. Antunez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Ascites, Visceromegaly, and Heartburn.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    San Juan, PR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jose Martin is a Gastroenterologist in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Dr. Martin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Hemorrhoids, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, and Diverticular Disease.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Radiology | Interventional Radiology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Radiology | Interventional Radiology

    M And P Radiologos, LLC

    San Juan, PR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Manuel Perez-Gonzalez is a Radiologist and an Interventional Radiologist in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Dr. Perez-Gonzalez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Bile Duct Obstruction, Gallbladder Disease, Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion, and Lump in the Abdomen.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology | Nuclear Medicine | Pain Medicine
    Experienced in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology | Nuclear Medicine | Pain Medicine

    Dla Imaging LLC

    Guaynabo, PR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jesus Buonomo is an Interventional Radiologist and a Nuclear Medicine provider in Guaynabo, Puerto Rico. Dr. Buonomo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Liver Failure, and Peritonitis.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology | Radiology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology | Radiology

    San Pablo Developers Inc

    Edifcio Dr Arturo Cadilla, Suite 102, 
    Bayamon, PR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Eduardo Gonzalez-Pons is an Interventional Radiologist and a Radiologist in Bayamon, Puerto Rico. Dr. Gonzalez-Pons is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Ascites, Varicose Veins, and Venous Insufficiency.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology | Radiology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology | Radiology
    37 5 Ave Juan Ponce De Leon, Hospital Auxilio Mutuo Pis, 
    San Juan, PR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alejandro Hidalgo-Rios is an Interventional Radiologist and a Radiologist in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Dr. Hidalgo-Rios is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Ascites, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, and Liver Embolization.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology
    Mayaguez, PR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gabriel Monagas is an Interventional Radiologist in Mayaguez, Puerto Rico. Dr. Monagas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Ascites, Nodular Lymphocyte-Predominant Hodgkin Lymphoma (NLPHL), Gallbladder Disease, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Experienced in Ascites
    Coto Laurel, PR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rafael Cordero-Arill is a Gastroenterologist in Coto Laurel, Puerto Rico. Dr. Cordero-Arill is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Mallory-Weiss Syndrome, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Viral Gastroenteritis, Gastrostomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology | Radiology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology | Radiology

    Hospital Menonita De Cayey

    Cayey, PR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jesus Velez is an Interventional Radiologist and a Radiologist in Cayey, Puerto Rico. Dr. Velez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Ascites, and Liver Failure.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Gastroenterology

    Hospital Espanol Auxilio Mutuo De Puerto Rico, Inc.

    Ponce De Leon Ave, 715 Stop 37.5, 
    San Juan, PR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jose Rivera-Acosta is a Gastroenterologist in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Dr. Rivera-Acosta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Menetrier Disease, Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Ascites, Visceromegaly, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology | Radiology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology | Radiology

    Centro De Cancer De La Universidad

    Pr 21 Int Pr, 18 Bo. Monacillos Urbano, 
    San Juan, PR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Enrique Sabater is an Interventional Radiologist and a Radiologist in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Dr. Sabater is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Pleurisy, and Pleural Effusion.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Nephrology | Interventional Radiology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Nephrology | Interventional Radiology

    Access Care Physicians Of Puerto Rico LLC

    Juana Diaz, PR 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Carlos Claudio-Rodriguez is a Nephrologist and an Interventional Radiologist in Juana Diaz, Puerto Rico. Dr. Claudio-Rodriguez has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Chronic Kidney Disease, Nephrosclerosis, and Renovascular Hypertension.

    Experienced in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology | Radiology
    Experienced in Ascites
    Interventional Radiology | Radiology
    715 Ave Ponce De Leon, 
    Hato Rey, PR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jorge Arzola-Colon is an Interventional Radiologist and a Radiologist in Hato Rey, Puerto Rico. Dr. Arzola-Colon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ascites. His top areas of expertise are Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion, Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Ascites, and Secondary Peritonitis.

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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 Puerto Rico, 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 Puerto Rico, 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 Puerto Rico, 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 Puerto Rico, 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 Puerto Rico, 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 Puerto Rico, 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 Puerto Rico, 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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