The 20 Best Cholecystitis Doctors Near Me in Lutz, FL

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 102 doctor with experience in Cholecystitis near Lutz, FL. Of these, 90 are Experienced, 11 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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102 providers found
    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    St. Joseph's Hospital-North

    4211 Van Dyke Rd, 
    Lutz, FL 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Quan Tran is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Lutz, Florida. Dr. Tran 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, Hernia, Cellulitis, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Gastroenterology

    Florida Digestive Health Specialists Llp

    2540 Green Forest Ln, 
    Lutz, FL 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mina Elnemr is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Lutz, Florida. Dr. Elnemr is rated as an Experienced 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 Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Acute Pancreatitis, Bile Duct Stricture, Pancreatectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Elnemr is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Elnemr is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    Gastroenterology

    AdventHealth Medical Group Center For Interventional Endoscopy At Tampa

    3100 E Fletcher Ave Ste 100, 
    Tampa, FL 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Hafiz Muzaffar is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Muzaffar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholecystitis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    AdventHealth Medical Group General Surgery At Tampa

    3000 Medical Park Dr Ste 500, 
    Tampa, FL 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Iswanto Sucandy is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Sucandy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Liver Cancer, Gallbladder Cancer, Hepatectomy, and Gallbladder Removal.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    Healthpoint Medical Group Inc

    4211 Van Dyke Rd Ste 200, 
    Lutz, FL 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Louis Matherne is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Lutz, Florida. Dr. Matherne is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Cholecystitis, and Hernia Surgery.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Gastroenterology

    Healthpoint Medical Group Inc

    4211 Van Dyke Rd Ste 200, 
    Lutz, FL 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christian Bailey is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Lutz, Florida. Dr. Bailey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    Healthpoint Medical Group Inc

    4211 Van Dyke Rd Ste 200, 
    Lutz, FL 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Forrest Haslup is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Lutz, Florida. Dr. Haslup is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Hernia Surgery, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Gastroenterology

    Florida Digestive Health Specialists Llp

    4695 Van Dyke Rd, 
    Lutz, FL 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Amir Awad is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Lutz, Florida. Dr. Awad is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. He is also highly rated in 48 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Indigestion, Proctitis, and Endoscopy. Dr. Awad is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Awad is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    AdventHealth Medical Group General Surgery At Bruce B Downs

    13601 Bruce B Downs Blvd Ste 321, 
    Tampa, FL 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mohamed Ahmed is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Ahmed is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Delirium, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gastrointestinal Perforation, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Ahmed is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    Drs Angel Morales Kalter Ramos-Santos Fontenot MDS PA

    3000 Medical Park Dr Ste 500, 
    Tampa, FL 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Goldsberry is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Goldsberry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, and Hernia Surgery.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    AdventHealth Medical Group General Surgery At Tampa

    3000 Medical Park Dr Ste 500, 
    Tampa, FL 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sharona Ross is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Ross is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. She is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Hiatal Hernia, Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Ross is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Bariatric Medicine
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Bariatric Medicine

    Office

    3000 Medical Park Dr Ste 330, 
    Tampa, FL 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Dietrick is a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Dietrick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Short Bowel Syndrome, Obesity, Malnutrition, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Experienced in Cholecystitis

    Advent Health Medical Group Multispecialty

    13601 Bruce B Downs Blvd Ste 321, 
    Tampa, FL 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stylianos Tsintzilonis is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Tsintzilonis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Cellulitis, Gallbladder Removal, and Colostomy.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Gastroenterology

    AdventHealth Medical Group Gastroenterology At Tampa

    3000 Medical Park Dr Ste 500, 
    Tampa, FL 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hala Al is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Al is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. Her clinical expertise encompasses Colitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Hemorrhoids, Childhood Pancreatitis, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    Univ. Medical Service Association Inc.

    13330 Usf Laurel Dr, 
    Tampa, FL 
     (6.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Albrink is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Albrink is rated as an Advanced 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 Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Gallbladder Removal.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    Moffitt Cancer Center, Magnolia Campus

    12902 Usf Magnolia Dr, 
    Tampa, FL 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Pamela Hodul is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Hodul is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. She is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Ampullary Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatectomy, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Hodul is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    Moffitt Cancer Center, Magnolia Campus

    12902 Usf Magnolia Dr, 
    Tampa, FL 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sean Dineen is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Dineen is rated as an Experienced 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 Pseudomyxoma Peritonei, Colorectal Cancer, Stomach Cancer, Gastrectomy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Dineen is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    Florida Medical Clinic Orlando Health

    15260 Amberly Dr, 
    Tampa, FL 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kimberly Apple is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Apple is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Hernia Surgery, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Apple is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Apple is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    Florida Medical Clinic Orlando Health

    14547 Bruce B Downs Blvd, 
    Tampa, FL 
     (5.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Colby Clark is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Clark is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Clark is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Clark is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    Florida Hospital Physician Group Inc

    13901 Bruce B Downs Blvd, 
    Tampa, FL 
     (5.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Reza Seirafi is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Seirafi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Bladder Reconstruction, and Colostomy. Dr. Seirafi is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    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 Lutz, FL?

    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 Lutz, FL?

    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 Lutz, FL?

    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 Lutz, FL?

    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 Lutz, FL?

    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 Lutz, FL?

    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 Lutz, FL?

    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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