The 20 Best Cholecystitis Doctors Near Me in Opelika, AL

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Last Updated: 09/19/2026

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MediFind found 494 doctor with experience in Cholecystitis near Opelika, AL. Of these, 381 are Experienced, 94 are Advanced and 19 are Distinguished.

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494 providers found
    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Referral required

    Office

    7938 AL Highway 69 Ste 120, 
    Guntersville, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Stephen Britt is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Guntersville, Alabama. Dr. Britt is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, Cholecystitis, Hernia, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Britt is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    University Surgical Associates

    701 University Blvd East, Suite 606, 
    Tuscaloosa, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Quinton Matthews is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Dr. Matthews is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholecystitis, Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Matthews is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Rchp-Florence LLC

    201 Avalon Ave, 
    Muscle Shoals, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jeffrey Manord is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Muscle Shoals, Alabama. Dr. Manord is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholecystitis, Ogilvie Syndrome, Necrosis, Tissue Biopsy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Manord is currently accepting new patients.

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    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Referral required

    Ballard Pain & Wellness Inc.

    7067 Veterans Pkwy Ste 210, 
    Pell City, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    George Crawford is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Pell City, Alabama. Dr. Crawford is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Gastrostomy, and Carotid Artery Surgery. Dr. Crawford is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Surgical Associates Of North Alabama

    1405 7th Street SE, 
    Decatur, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jason Seale is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Decatur, Alabama. Dr. Seale is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Cholecystitis, Gallstones, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Seale is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Gardendale Freestanding Emergency Department

    960 Rocket Way, 
    Gardendale, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Britney Corey is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Gardendale, Alabama. Dr. Corey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Gallbladder Removal, and Endoscopy. Dr. Corey is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Integrated Medical Group LLC

    975 9th Ave SW Ste 200, 
    Bessemer, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John Issis is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Bessemer, Alabama. Dr. Issis is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholecystitis, Cellulitis, Necrosis, Hernia Surgery, and Thyroidectomy. Dr. Issis is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    North Alabama Surgery

    1751 Veterans Dr Ste 125, 
    Florence, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Robert Bailey is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Florence, Alabama. Dr. Bailey is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Choledocholithiasis, Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Ureteroscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Bailey is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1808 7th Ave S, 
    Birmingham, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sergio Sanchez-Luna is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Sanchez-Luna is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Stent Placement. Dr. Sanchez-Luna is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Southeastern Cardiovascular Associates PC

    2431 W Main St Ste 1001, 
    Dothan, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Randall Nichols is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Dothan, Alabama. Dr. Nichols is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. He is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Carotid Artery Disease, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Thyroidectomy. Dr. Nichols is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Advanced Surgeons PC

    3686 Grandview Pkwy Ste 400, 
    Birmingham, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John Touliatos is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Touliatos is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Touliatos is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Mizell Memorial Hospital

    702 N Main St, 
    Opp, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Timothy Day is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Opp, Alabama. Dr. Day is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia, Endoscopy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Day is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Office

    141 Village St, 
    Birmingham, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    William Wood-Iii is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Wood-Iii is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholecystitis, Cellulitis, Diverticular Disease, Gastrostomy, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Wood-Iii is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Madison Hospital

    8375 Highway 72 W, 
    Madison, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Matthew Hunt is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Madison, Alabama. Dr. Hunt is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Cholecystitis, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy. Dr. Hunt is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    Internal Medicine

    Medical West

    995 9th Ave SW, 
    Bessemer, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Burch is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bessemer, Alabama. Dr. Burch is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholecystitis, Necrosis, Enlarged Liver, Hernia Surgery, and Endoscopy. Dr. Burch is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Helen Keller Hospital

    1300 S Montgomery Ave, 
    Sheffield, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Wesley Desselle is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Sheffield, Alabama. Dr. Desselle is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Ileostomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Desselle is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    Internal Medicine

    Ascension St. Vincent's East

    50 Medical Park Dr E, 
    Birmingham, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Lee Wimberly is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Wimberly is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. He is also highly rated in 72 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Necrosis, Atypical Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Wimberly is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Flowers Hospital

    4370 W Main St, 
    Dothan, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Steven Fendley is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Dothan, Alabama. Dr. Fendley is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Colostomy, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Fendley is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Philip J. Fischer II M.D. P.C.

    800 Saint Vincents Dr Ste 630, 
    Birmingham, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Philip Fischer-Ii is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Fischer-Ii is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Lump, Epidural Lipomatosis, Cholecystitis, Breast Cancer, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Fischer-Ii is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    Family Medicine
    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    Family Medicine

    Morrow Clinics Inc

    34867 US Highway 43, 
    Hackleburg, AL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Stanley Morrow is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Hackleburg, Alabama. Dr. Morrow is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. He is also highly rated in 43 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rabson-Mendenhall Syndrome, Familial Hypertension, Tracheitis, Tissue Biopsy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Morrow is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/19/2026

    What is the definition of Cholecystitis?

    Cholecystitis is a term for inflammation of the gallbladder. The gallbladder is a pear-shaped organ below the liver that collects and releases digestive fluid (bile) into the small intestine. Cholecystitis can occur when there is a buildup of bile in the gallbladder, the formation of gallstones that block the opening of the gallbladder, or the presence of tumors, hepatitis, or other serious illnesses. When the gallbladder gets blocked or inflamed, it can develop a bacterial infection. Cholecystitis can be acute or chronic.

    When should I see a Cholecystitis doctor near Opelika, AL?

    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 Cholecystitis doctor near Opelika, AL?

    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 Cholecystitis doctors near Opelika, AL?

    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 Cholecystitis doctors near Opelika, AL?

    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 Cholecystitis doctor near Opelika, AL?

    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 Cholecystitis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Cholecystitis 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 Cholecystitis doctor near Opelika, AL?

    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 Cholecystitis 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 Cholecystitis 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 Cholecystitis doctors near Opelika, AL?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Cholecystitis 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 Cholecystitis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Cholecystitis 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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