The 20 Best Cholecystitis Doctors Near Me in Bakersfield, CA

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The 20 Best Cholecystitis Doctors near Bakersfield, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 33 doctor with experience in Cholecystitis near Bakersfield, CA. Of these, 29 are Experienced, 3 are Advanced and 1 are Elite.

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33 providers found
    Elite in Cholecystitis
    Gastroenterology
    Elite in Cholecystitis
    Gastroenterology

    Kern Medical

    1700 Mount Vernon Ave, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tarun Rustagi is a Gastroenterologist in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Rustagi is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Endoscopy, and Stent Placement.

    Jorge A. Diaz
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    Jorge Enriquez MD F.A.C.S., Inc.

    2021 22nd St, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    I believe the best care can be achieved only when patients understand their conditions properly and are fully satisfied with the care they receive. Through effective education, patients are empowered to partner in their care and achieve their health priorities. Dr. Diaz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Gallbladder Removal.

    John R. Garcia
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    Hormuz Irani M.D., Inc.

    8311 Brimhall Rd, Ste 1901, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    BAKERSFIELD SURGICAL ASSOCIATES is a leader in state of the art Laparoscopic surgery and the only Bariatric Surgical group in Bakersfield. We have gained the distinction of being a CENTER OF EXCELLENCE by Blue Cross, Blue Shield and a number of other healthcare providers. Our goal is to provide state of the art compassionate and complete care to our valued surgical clients. Dr. Garcia is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Cellulitis, Juvenile Angiofibroma, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrectomy.

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    Denise Portugal
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    Denise Portugal, MD

    2021 22nd St., 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Please contact RiverWalk Surgery for any additional questions. 6616650505. Dr. Portugal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. Her top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection.

    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    Roland Rodriguez, M.D.

    2521 G St, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Roland Rodriguez is a General Surgeon in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Rodriguez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Bladder Reconstruction, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Rodriguez is currently accepting new patients.

    Selwyn Kay
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    Tang Rodriguez Kay

    2521 G St, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Selwyn Kay is a General Surgeon in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Kay is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Kay is currently accepting new patients.

    John A. Buxton
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    John A. Buxton M.D.

    3838 San Dimas St, Ste B231, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    I believe the best care can be achieved only when patients understand their conditions properly and are fully satisfied with the care they receive. Through effective education, patients are empowered to partner in their care and achieve their health priorities. Dr. Buxton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Disease, and Hernia Surgery.

    Arpit B. Patel
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    Surgery Center - Dignity Health Medical Group - Bakersfield, CA

    3838 San Dimas St, Suite B 231, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati , Hindi
    Accepting New Patients

    Excellent patient care starts with compassion,  patience, and communication. I aim to provide patients with the highest quality of surgical care while ensuring patients are well-informed and maintaining an equal partnership in clinical decision making. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Umbilical Hernia, Hernia, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, and Gallbladder Disease.

    Hormuz Irani
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    Hormuz Irani M.D., Inc.

    8311 Brimhall Rd, Ste 1901, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Specializing in Weight Loss surgeryDelivering compassionate surgical care with state-of-the-art technology. Dr. Irani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    Gem Physicians Medical Group Inc

    3838 San Dimas St Ste B231, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    C Vincent is a General Surgeon in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Vincent is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Arterial Embolism, Carotid Artery Disease, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Kern Medical

    1700 Mount Vernon Ave, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marissa De Freese is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Bakersfield, California. Dr. De Freese is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. Her top areas of expertise are Delirium, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, and Subdural Hematoma.

    Abraham A. Nisim
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    Nisim Surgical

    500 Old River Rd, # 185, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (5.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hebrew, Romanian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Health care leader whose mission is to keep you healthy. Under-one-roof convenience, 24-hour advice nurse, and online access to manage your health - anytime. Dr. Nisim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Internal Medicine

    Nadim Sarkies M.D. Inc.

    2001 F St, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nadim Sarkies is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Sarkies is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Bronchitis, Bronchiolitis Obliterans, Industrial Bronchitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    2021 22nd St, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Whitney Guerrero is a General Surgeon in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Guerrero is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. Her top areas of expertise are Rectal Prolapse, Hernia, Hemorrhoids, Colostomy, and Bladder Reconstruction.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Internal Medicine

    Adventist Health Bakersfield

    2615 Chester Ave, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nune Karamyan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Karamyan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, Pneumonia, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Internal Medicine

    Adventist Health Bakersfield

    2615 Chester Ave, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Apinunt Khemthong is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Khemthong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Cellulitis, Atypical Pneumonia, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    625 34th St Ste 100, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Greti Petersen is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Petersen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Coccidioidomycosis, Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hip Replacement, and Ureteroscopy.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Internal Medicine

    Centric Health

    2901 Sillect Ave, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Deepak Wahi is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Wahi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), COVID-19, Hip Replacement, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Internal Medicine

    Adventist Health Specialty Bakersfield

    3001 Sillect Ave, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Cameron Chang is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Chang has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Sepsis, Pneumonia, Gastrostomy, and Ureteroscopy.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Internal Medicine

    Adventist Health Specialty Bakersfield

    3001 Sillect Ave, 
    Bakersfield, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Chioma Ugoh is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Ugoh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. Her top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Sepsis, Atypical Pneumonia, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    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 Bakersfield, 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 Cholecystitis doctor near Bakersfield, 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 Cholecystitis doctors near Bakersfield, 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 Cholecystitis doctors near Bakersfield, 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 Cholecystitis doctor near Bakersfield, 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 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 Bakersfield, 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 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 Bakersfield, CA?

    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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