The 20 Best Cholecystitis Doctors Near Me in Irvine, CA

Find the Top Cholecystitis Experts and Specialists

The 20 Best Cholecystitis Doctors near Irvine, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

Save doctors for later
Sign Up
Not sure about your diagnosis?
Check Your Symptoms
Already have a doctor?
Find A Second Opinion

MediFind found 165 doctor with experience in Cholecystitis near Irvine, CA. Of these, 134 are Experienced, 28 are Advanced and 3 are Distinguished.

Location
LocationClose
165 providers found
    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    Baromedical Physician Associates Medical

    720 N Tustin Ave, 
    Santa Ana, CA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    32+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Laurence Pearl is a General Surgeon in Santa Ana, California. Dr. Pearl has been practicing medicine for over 32 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Ogilvie Syndrome, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery

    Kaiser Permanente Alton/Sand Canyon Medical Offices - General Surgery Department

    6670 Alton Pkwy, 
    Irvine, CA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Eric Changchien is a General Surgeon and a Colorectal Surgeon in Irvine, California. Dr. Changchien is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Rectal Prolapse, Anal Fissure, Hernia, Hernia Surgery, and Hysterectomy. Dr. Changchien is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    11180 Warner Ave, Suite 353, 
    Fountain Valley, CA 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Thang Nguyen is a General Surgeon in Fountain Valley, California. Dr. Nguyen is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Learn about our expert tiers
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    Colorectal Surgery
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    Colorectal Surgery

    Tam H. Le MD Inc.

    18225 Brookhurst St Ste 1, 
    Fountain Valley, CA 
     (7.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tam Le is a Colorectal Surgeon in Fountain Valley, California. Dr. Le is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Hemorrhoidectomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    Newport-Irvine Surgical Specialists A Professional Corp.

    510 Superior Ave Ste 200G, 
    Newport Beach, CA 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Natisha Jensen is a General Surgeon in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Jensen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. Her top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gallbladder Disease, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery
    1010 West La Veta Avenue, Suite 300, 
    Orange, CA 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sami Hamamji is a General Surgeon and a Bariatric Medicine provider in Orange, California. Dr. Hamamji is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Hamamji is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    Colorectal Surgery
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    Colorectal Surgery
    1010 West La Veta Avenue, Suite 470, 
    Orange, CA 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Grace Hwang is a Colorectal Surgeon in Orange, California. Dr. Hwang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. Her top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Colorectal Cancer, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Ileostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Hwang is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    Intensive Care Medicine

    UCI Health

    101 The City Dr S, 
    Orange, CA 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffry Nahmias is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Orange, California. Dr. Nahmias is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Traumatic Brain Injury, Low Blood Pressure, Delirium, Gallbladder Removal, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    Intensive Care Medicine

    UCI Health

    101 The City Dr S, 
    Orange, CA 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Cristobal Barrios is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Orange, California. Dr. Barrios is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Delirium, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Traumatic Brain Injury, Gallbladder Removal, and Gastrostomy.

    Sebastian Schubl
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Intensive Care Medicine

    UCI Health

    101 The City Dr S, 
    Orange, CA 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sebastian Schubl is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Orange, California. Dr. Schubl is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Low Blood Pressure, Traumatic Brain Injury, Delirium, Gallbladder Removal, and Gastrostomy.

    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    Yasser Salem MD Inc

    8101 Newman Ave, 
    Huntington Beach, CA 
     (9.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    31+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Yasser Salem is a General Surgeon in Huntington Beach, California. Dr. Salem has been practicing medicine for over 31 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Varicose Veins, Hernia, Hernia Surgery, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    Kaiser Permanente Alton/Sand Canyon Medical Offices - General Surgery Department

    6670 Alton Pkwy, 
    Irvine, CA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

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

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    Kaiser Permanente Alton/Sand Canyon Medical Offices - General Surgery Department

    6670 Alton Pkwy, 
    Irvine, CA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kambiz Zainabadi is a General Surgeon in Irvine, California. Dr. Zainabadi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, and Choledocholithiasis. Dr. Zainabadi is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Family Medicine

    Aaa Comprehensive Healthcare Inc

    2740 S Bristol St, 
    Santa Ana, CA 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    24+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hung Nguyen is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Santa Ana, California. Dr. Nguyen has been practicing medicine for over 24 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Necrosis, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Gastroenterology

    Digestive Disease Consultants Of Orange County Inc.

    113 Waterworks Way Ste 155, 
    Irvine, CA 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Heba Ashraf is a Gastroenterologist in Irvine, California. Dr. Ashraf is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. Her top areas of expertise are Childhood Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Intestinal Cancer, Endoscopy, and Pancreatectomy.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Gastroenterology

    Digestive Disease Consultants Of Orange County Inc.

    113 Waterworks Way Ste 155, 
    Irvine, CA 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Oman is a Gastroenterologist in Irvine, California. Dr. Oman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Hemorrhoids, Painful Swallowing, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Gastroenterology

    Digestive Disease Consultants Of Orange County Inc.

    113 Waterworks Way Ste 155, 
    Irvine, CA 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Shahrooz Bemanian is a Gastroenterologist in Irvine, California. Dr. Bemanian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Menetrier Disease, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Gastroenterology

    Uc Irvine Health Medical Group-Tustin Fam Med

    1451 Irvine Blvd, 
    Tustin, CA 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Carlos Saad is a Gastroenterologist in Tustin, California. Dr. Saad is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastric Dysmotility, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Visceromegaly, Celiac Disease, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Family Medicine

    Hoag Health Center Tustin Legacy

    15000 Kensington Park Dr Ste 250, 
    Tustin, CA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Sodaro is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Tustin, California. Dr. Sodaro is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Osteomyelitis in Children, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Cholecystitis.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    Orange County Emergency Surgical Specialists, Inc

    999 N Tustin Ave, Suite 109, 
    Santa Ana, CA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christopher Lane is a General Surgeon in Santa Ana, California. Dr. Lane is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Delirium, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Concussion, Gastrostomy, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Showing 1-20 of 165

    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 Irvine, 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 Irvine, 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 Irvine, 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 Irvine, 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 Irvine, 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 Irvine, 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 Irvine, 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 

    Read more about our Content Policy