The 20 Best Caroli Disease Doctors Near Me in San Francisco, CA

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The 20 Best Caroli Disease Doctors near San Francisco, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 33 doctor with experience in Caroli Disease near San Francisco, CA. Of these, 26 are Experienced and 7 are Advanced.

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    Garrett M. Hisatake
    Advanced in Caroli Disease
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Caroli Disease
    General Surgery

    Van Ness Campus Medical Office Building

    1100 Van Ness Avenue, Floor 3, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Garrett Hisatake is a General Surgeon in San Francisco, California. Dr. Hisatake is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Caroli Disease. His top areas of expertise are Banti's Syndrome, Hepatitis, Liver Failure, Hepatectomy, and Liver Transplant. Dr. Hisatake is currently accepting new patients.

    Timothy J. Davern
    Advanced in Caroli Disease
    Advanced in Caroli Disease

    Van Ness Campus Medical Office Building

    1100 Van Ness Avenue, Floor 3, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Timothy Davern is a Hepatologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Davern is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Caroli Disease. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Liver Failure, Autoimmune Hepatitis, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy. Dr. Davern is currently accepting new patients.

    Stewart Cooper
    Advanced in Caroli Disease
    Advanced in Caroli Disease

    Van Ness Campus Medical Office Building

    1100 Van Ness Avenue, Floor 3, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Stewart Cooper is a Hepatologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Cooper is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Caroli Disease. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Jaundice, Visceromegaly, and Alcoholic Cirrhosis. Dr. Cooper is currently accepting new patients.

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    Edward W. Holt
    Advanced in Caroli Disease
    Advanced in Caroli Disease

    Van Ness Campus MOB

    1100 Van Ness Avenue, Floor 3, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Edward Holt is a Hepatologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Holt is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Caroli Disease. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Visceromegaly, Enlarged Liver, Myringotomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Holt is currently accepting new patients.

    Richard T. Frederick
    Experienced in Caroli Disease
    Experienced in Caroli Disease

    Van Ness Campus Medical Office Building

    1100 Van Ness Avenue, Floor 3, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Richard Frederick is a Hepatologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Frederick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Caroli Disease. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Visceromegaly, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy. Dr. Frederick is currently accepting new patients.

    Harish D. Mahanty
    Experienced in Caroli Disease
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Caroli Disease
    General Surgery

    Van Ness Campus Medical Office Building

    1100 Van Ness Avenue, Floor 3, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Harish Mahanty is a General Surgeon in San Francisco, California. Dr. Mahanty is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Caroli Disease. His top areas of expertise are Liver Failure, Hernia, Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Mahanty is currently accepting new patients.

    Raphael B. Merriman
    Experienced in Caroli Disease
    Experienced in Caroli Disease

    Van Ness Campus MOB

    1100 Van Ness Avenue, Floor 3, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Raphael Merriman is a Hepatologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Merriman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Caroli Disease. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Visceromegaly, Enlarged Liver, and Liver Transplant. Dr. Merriman is currently accepting new patients.

    Robert W. Osorio
    Experienced in Caroli Disease
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Caroli Disease
    General Surgery

    Van Ness Campus MOB

    1100 Van Ness Avenue, Floor 3, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Osorio is a General Surgeon in San Francisco, California. Dr. Osorio is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Caroli Disease. His top areas of expertise are Liver Failure, Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Cholestasis, Liver Transplant, and Hepatectomy. Dr. Osorio is currently accepting new patients.

    Assad A. Hassoun
    Experienced in Caroli Disease
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Caroli Disease
    General Surgery

    Van Ness Campus Medical Office Building

    1100 Van Ness Avenue, Floor 3, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Assad Hassoun is a General Surgeon in San Francisco, California. Dr. Hassoun is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Caroli Disease. His top areas of expertise are Liver Failure, Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatectomy, and Hepatectomy. Dr. Hassoun is currently accepting new patients.

    Adil S. Wakil
    Experienced in Caroli Disease
    Experienced in Caroli Disease

    Van Ness Campus Medical Office Building

    1100 Van Ness Avenue, Floor 3, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Adil Wakil is a Hepatologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Wakil is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Caroli Disease. His top areas of expertise are Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Hepatitis, Visceromegaly, Liver Failure, and Endoscopy. Dr. Wakil is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Caroli Disease
    Advanced in Caroli Disease

    Chinese Hospital

    845 Jackson St, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Roger Eng Jr is a Radiologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Eng Jr is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Caroli Disease. His top areas of expertise are Jaundice, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Visceromegaly, and Gallbladder Disease.

    Zhen J. Wang
    Experienced in Caroli Disease
    Experienced in Caroli Disease

    Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) Center Of Excellence

    400 Parnassus Ave., B1 Plaza Level, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Zhen Jane Wang is a radiologist who specializes in abdominal imaging. In research, Wang's interests focus on identifying novel imaging techniques and developing them into practical, useful diagnostic tools. Her research program includes using hyperpolarized 13C metabolic MRI – an advanced imaging technique – to assess kidney tumors' aggressiveness and diffuse kidney disease. She is also interested in quantitative imaging – a technique for measuring features of a tumor by applying algorithms to images – for assessing patients with pancreatic cancer. Wang has received research grants from private and public organizations, including the Society of Abdominal Radiology, Radiological Society of North America, U.S. Department of Defense and National Institutes of Health. In 2019, she received the Distinguished Investigator Award from the Academy for Radiology and Biomedical Imaging Research. After earning a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering at Brown University, Wang earned her medical degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. She completed a residency in diagnostic radiology at UCSF, serving as chief resident. She also completed a fellowship in abdominal imaging at UCSF. She joined the UCSF faculty in 2008. Wang serves as associate director for UCSF's program in biomedical imaging for clinician-scientists and as associate chair for strategic planning in the UCSF Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging. Dr. Wang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Caroli Disease. Her top areas of expertise are WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, Ureterocele, Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, and Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2.

    Experienced in Caroli Disease
    Experienced in Caroli Disease

    Office

    505 Parnassus Ave Fl BOX628, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hyunjoong Kim is a Radiologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Caroli Disease. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS), Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3, and Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2.

    Advanced in Caroli Disease
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Caroli Disease
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    2340 Clay St Fl 3, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jennifer Guy is a Gastroenterologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Guy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Caroli Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Hepatitis, Liver Cancer, Jaundice, and Liver Transplant.

    Marion Peters
    Experienced in Caroli Disease
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Caroli Disease
    Internal Medicine

    Liver Tumor Clinic

    350 Parnassus Ave Ste 300, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marion Peters is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Peters is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Caroli Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Hepatitis C, Hepatitis B, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, and Liver Transplant.

    Advanced in Caroli Disease
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Caroli Disease
    Gastroenterology

    Asian Liver Health Center

    400 Parnassus Ave, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Francis Yao is a Gastroenterologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Yao is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Caroli Disease. His top areas of expertise are Liver Cancer, Liver Failure, Hepatitis, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy.

    Christopher E. Freise
    Experienced in Caroli Disease
    Transplant Surgery
    Experienced in Caroli Disease
    Transplant Surgery

    Kidney Transplant Center

    400 Parnassus Ave., Seventh Floor, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Christopher E. Freise is an organ transplant surgeon with particular interests in adult and pediatric liver and kidney transplants, surgery for liver tumors and kidney cysts, laparoscopic surgery for the liver and gallbladder, and surgery for dialysis access. In his research, Freise studies immunosuppressive drugs used after transplantation and methods to prevent the tissue injury that occurs after blood supply is restored to the organ. His research is recognized and funded by the National Institutes of Health and American Society of Transplant Surgeons. Freise earned his medical degree at the University of Minnesota, where he completed a residency in surgery. He completed a postdoctoral fellowship in transplant surgery at UCSF. He is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Freise is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Caroli Disease. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), SVC Obstruction, May Thurner Syndrome, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant.

    Garrett R. Roll
    Experienced in Caroli Disease
    Transplant Surgery | General Surgery
    Experienced in Caroli Disease
    Transplant Surgery | General Surgery

    Kidney Transplant Center

    400 Parnassus Ave., Seventh Floor, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Garrett R. Roll is a general surgeon who specializes in abdominal organ transplantation. He cares for both adults and children, performing liver and kidney transplants using living donors; complex procedures involving the liver, pancreas, gallbladder and bile ducts; and kidney autotransplants (removing a diseased kidney to treat a challenging problem with the ureter, then placing the kidney back into the patient). He also provides surgical care for patients with end-stage organ disease and patients on immunosuppressive therapies. His expertise includes using minimally invasive techniques. Roll is an investigator on clinical trials looking at outcomes for organ transplant recipients and at advanced organ preservation (storing organs for future transplantation). He serves in leadership roles for several patient safety and quality improvement committees at UCSF, in addition to teaching medical students and residents. He is also on the editorial board of multiple peer-reviewed journals. Roll earned his medical degree from the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University. He completed a residency in general surgery and a fellowship in abdominal transplant surgery at UCSF, while also studying liver cell therapy and liver regeneration in Dr. Holger Willenbring's laboratory. After completing his training, he was a senior international fellow in liver retrieval and transplant at Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham, which has the busiest liver surgery unit in the United Kingdom. During this time, he gained experience with donation after circulatory death (DCD) liver transplantation and a method of preserving donated livers during transport called normothermic machine perfusion. Dr. Roll is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Caroli Disease. His top areas of expertise are Liver Failure, Liver Cancer, Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant.

    Neil Mehta
    Experienced in Caroli Disease
    Transplant Surgery | Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Caroli Disease
    Transplant Surgery | Gastroenterology

    Liver Disease And Liver Transplant

    400 Parnassus Ave., Seventh Floor, Room A701, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Neil Mehta is a gastroenterologist and specialist in liver transplantation. In his research, Mehta examines liver cancer treatment, particularly as related to liver transplants. He has contributed to important publications in this area. His other research interests include outcomes for patients who undergo liver transplantation and cardiac iron overload in patients with chronic liver disease. He frequently lectures in the community and at the university on these subjects. At the UCSF School of Medicine, Mehta supervises the training of residents as well as fellows in both gastroenterology and liver transplant medicine. He also delivers lectures on liver disease to UCSF medical students studying metabolism and nutrition. Mehta earned his medical degree at UCSF and completed a residency in internal medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. He completed fellowships in gastroenterology and liver transplantation at UCSF. Dr. Mehta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Caroli Disease. His top areas of expertise are Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Liver Failure, Visceromegaly, Hepatitis, and Liver Transplant.

    Jennifer C. Lai
    Experienced in Caroli Disease
    Transplant Surgery | Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Caroli Disease
    Transplant Surgery | Gastroenterology

    Liver Disease And Liver Transplant

    400 Parnassus Ave., Seventh Floor, Room A701, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Jennifer C. Lai is a general and transplant hepatologist who specializes in caring for patients with chronic viral hepatitis, autoimmune disorders or cirrhosis, particularly those awaiting liver transplantation. Lai is active in patient-oriented research in three major areas: integrating core geriatric issues – such as frailty, disability, need for palliative care and multimorbidity (having more than one disease) – to patients with cirrhosis, investigating disparities in organ allocation and distribution, and assessing the impact of liver donor quality on outcomes. As principal investigator for the Functional Assessment in Liver Transplantation (FrAILT) Study funded by the National Institutes of Health, Lai applies measures of frailty and functional status to patients with end-stage liver disease awaiting transplantation. Her research lays the groundwork for preparing these patients with therapeutic interventions that may improve their outcomes and quality of life. She is director of hepatology research at UCSF. Lai earned her undergraduate degree from Stanford University and combined medical and master of business administration degrees from Tufts University. She completed her residency at New York–Presbyterian Hospital and fellowships in gastroenterology and transplant hepatology at UCSF. Lai is a member of the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases, American Society of Transplantation, American Gastroenterological Association and American College of Gastroenterology. She is a fellow of the American College of Physicians. Dr. Lai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Caroli Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Liver Failure, Ascites, Cirrhosis, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Caroli Disease?

    Caroli disease is a condition characterized by an abnormal widening of the intrahepatic bile ducts (the ducts that carry bile from the liver) and renal cysts. People affected by this condition experience recurrent episodes of cholestasis, stone development in the bile ducts, and bacterial cholangitis. In addition to the symptoms of Caroli disease, people affected by Caroli syndrome may also experience liver fibrosis and portal hypertension (high blood pressure of the portal vein). Although the underlying cause of Caroli disease and Caroli syndrome are poorly understood, they are thought to be genetic conditions. Caroli disease generally occurs sporadically in people with no family history of the condition; however, rare reports exist of autosomal dominant inheritance in association with autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease. Caroli syndrome is generally inherited in an autosomal recessive manner and is frequently seen in association with autosomal recessive polycystic kidney disease.

    When should I see a Caroli Disease doctor near San Francisco, CA?

    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 a Caroli Disease doctor near San Francisco, CA?

    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 Caroli Disease doctors near San Francisco, CA?

    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 Caroli Disease doctors near San Francisco, CA?

    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 a Caroli Disease doctor near San Francisco, CA?

    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 Caroli Disease doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Caroli Disease 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 a Caroli Disease doctor near San Francisco, CA?

    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 Caroli Disease 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 Caroli Disease 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 Caroli Disease doctors near San Francisco, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Caroli Disease 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 a Caroli Disease doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Caroli Disease 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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