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    MediFind found 234 doctor with experience in Cholecystitis near Encino, CA. Of these, 199 are Experienced, 31 are Advanced and 4 are Distinguished.

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    234 providers found
      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery

      UCLA Associated General Surgeons

      200 Medical Plz, Suite 214, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (7.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      James Wu is a General Surgeon in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Wu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Thyroid Cancer, Thyroid Nodule, Hyperparathyroidism, Thyroidectomy, and Parathyroidectomy.

      Advanced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery
      15503 Ventura Boulevard, Suite 240, 
      Encino, CA 
       (1.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Yih-dar Nien is a General Surgeon in Encino, California. Dr. Nien is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy. Dr. Nien is currently accepting new patients.

      What does Elite, Distinguished, Advanced, Experienced mean?
      Advanced in Cholecystitis
      Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery
      Advanced in Cholecystitis
      Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery
      18370 Burbank Boulevard, Suite 607, 
      Tarzana, CA 
       (2.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Mudjianto Chandra is a General Surgeon and a Bariatric Medicine provider in Tarzana, California. Dr. Chandra is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Chandra is currently accepting new patients.

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      Distinguished in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery | Thoracic Surgery
      Distinguished in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery | Thoracic Surgery

      The Regents Of The University Of California

      757 Westwood Plz, 
      Los Angeles, CA 
       (7.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Peyman Benharash is a General Surgeon and a Thoracic Surgeon in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Benharash is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Cholecystitis, Cardiogenic Shock, Gallbladder Removal, and Heart Bypass Surgery.

      Distinguished in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery
      Distinguished in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery
      9001 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 304, 
      Beverly Hills, CA 
       (9.1 miles away)
      Experience:
      43+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Brendan Carroll is a General Surgeon in Beverly Hills, California. Dr. Carroll has been practicing medicine for over 43 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Umbilical Hernia, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction.

      Distinguished in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine
      Distinguished in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine
      201 South Buena Vista Street, Suite 425, 
      Burbank, CA 
       (9.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Philippe Quilici is a General Surgeon and a Bariatric Medicine provider in Burbank, California. Dr. Quilici is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Ileostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Quilici is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery
      16661 Ventura Boulevard, Suite 408, 
      Encino, CA 
       (0.3 miles away)
      Experience:
      17+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Nojan Toomari is a General Surgeon in Encino, California. Dr. Toomari 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 Hernia, Femoral Hernia, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Toomari is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      Gastroenterology
      16260 Ventura Boulevard, Suite LL15, 
      Encino, CA 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Mordo Suchov is a Gastroenterologist in Encino, California. Dr. Suchov is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Esophageal Varices, Esophagitis, Painful Swallowing, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Suchov is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery | Surgical Oncology
      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery | Surgical Oncology
      16133 Ventura Blvd, Suite 415, 
      Encino, CA 
       (0.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Samuel Kashani is a General Surgeon and a Colorectal Surgeon in Encino, California. Dr. Kashani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy.

      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery
      15503 Ventura Boulevard, Suite 240, 
      Encino, CA 
       (1.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Michael Robinson is a General Surgeon in Encino, California. Dr. Robinson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Femoral Hernia, and Cholecystitis. Dr. Robinson is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      Gastroenterology

      Genesis Healthcare Partners PC

      5525 Etiwanda Ave, Suite 110, 
      Tarzana, CA 
       (1.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Kenneth Hepps is a Gastroenterologist in Tarzana, California. Dr. Hepps is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Colitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      Internal Medicine

      Cedars-Sinai Medical Care Foundation

      18321 Clark St, 
      Tarzana, CA 
       (1.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Eric Abkian is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Tarzana, California. Dr. Abkian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope, Acute Kidney Failure, Rhabdomyolysis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery
      18411 Clark St, Suite 305, 
      Tarzana, CA 
       (2.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Allen Hoffman is a General Surgeon in Tarzana, California. Dr. Hoffman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Small Bowel Resection, and Hernia Surgery.

      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      Internal Medicine
      18356 Clark St, Suite 101, 
      Tarzana, CA 
       (2.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Shahin Delkhah is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Tarzana, California. Dr. Delkhah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Ogilvie Syndrome, Necrosis, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      Gastroenterology
      18425 Burbank Blvd, Suite 500, 
      Tarzana, CA 
       (2.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Sheldon Getzug is a Gastroenterologist in Tarzana, California. Dr. Getzug is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Ulcerative Colitis, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Crohn's Disease, and Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis.

      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery | Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery | Gastroenterology
      5651 Sepulveda Blvd, 
      Sherman Oaks, CA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Krikor Tatoyan is a General Surgeon and a Gastroenterologist in Sherman Oaks, California. Dr. Tatoyan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Gas Bloat Syndrome, Enlarged Liver, Peptic Ulcer, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      Family Medicine
      18751 Ventura Blvd, Suite 100, 
      Tarzana, CA 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Rabin Nikjoo is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Tarzana, California. Dr. Nikjoo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Peptic Ulcer, Cellulitis, Necrosis, Colonoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      Surgical Oncology | Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      Surgical Oncology | Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
      5805 Sepulveda Blvd Ste 690, 
      Sherman Oaks, CA 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Stephanie Young is a Surgical Oncologist and a Colorectal Surgeon in Sherman Oaks, California. Dr. Young is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. Her top areas of expertise are Malnutrition, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gallbladder Disease, and Ogilvie Syndrome.

      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      Internal Medicine

      San Fernando Valley Medical Group Inc

      4955 Van Nuys Blvd, Suite 502, 
      Sherman Oaks, CA 
       (3.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Daniel Amde is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Sherman Oaks, California. Dr. Amde is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Acute Pancreatitis, Childhood Pancreatitis, Gastrostomy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      Internal Medicine

      San Fernando Valley Medical Group Inc

      4955 Van Nuys Blvd, Suite 502, 
      Sherman Oaks, CA 
       (3.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Eugene Tsyganovskiy is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Sherman Oaks, California. Dr. Tsyganovskiy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Lymphangitis, Acute Pancreatitis, and Peptic Ulcer.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      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 Encino, 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 Encino, 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 Encino, 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 Encino, 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 Encino, 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 Encino, 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 Encino, 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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