The 20 Best Cholecystitis Doctors Near Me in Waterloo, IA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 13 doctor with experience in Cholecystitis near Waterloo, IA. Of these, 10 are Experienced and 3 are Advanced.

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13 providers found
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    Mercyone Waterloo Medical Center

    3421 W 9th St, 
    Waterloo, IA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Collin Sharp is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Sharp is rated as an Experienced 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 Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Familial Colorectal Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Small Bowel Resection, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    Mercyone Waterloo Weight Management Center

    2710 Saint Francis Dr Ste 410, 
    Waterloo, IA 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Sugandi is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Sugandi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Intraductal Papilloma, Giant Mammary Hamartoma, Breast Cancer, and Fibroadenoma.

    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    Gastroenterology

    Department Of Veterans Affairs Outpatient Clinic

    1015 S Hackett Rd, 
    Waterloo, IA 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Taha Ashraf is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Ashraf is rated as an Advanced 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 Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Obesity, Gastrectomy, and Gallbladder Removal.

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    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    Office

    1753 W Ridgeway Ave Ste 107, 
    Waterloo, IA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brian Gerrelts is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Gerrelts is rated as an Advanced 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 Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Internal Medicine

    Allen Memorial Hospital Corporation Lab

    1825 Logan Ave, 
    Waterloo, IA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Russell Adams is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Adams 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 Dementia, Decorticate Posture, Decerebrate Posture, Endoscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Bariatric Medicine
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Bariatric Medicine

    Office

    2101 Kimball Ave Ste LL14, 
    Waterloo, IA 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Glascock is a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Glascock 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 Hernia, Obesity, Gallbladder Disease, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    Office

    2101 Kimball Ave Ste LL14, 
    Waterloo, IA 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Neil Mcmahon is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Mcmahon 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 Angiosarcoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, and Inflammatory Breast Cancer.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Family Medicine

    Family Practice Center Pharmacy

    2055 Kimball Ave Ste 101, 
    Waterloo, IA 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Luke is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Luke 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 Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Recurrent Peripheral Facial Palsy, and Facial Paralysis.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    Office

    1753 W Ridgeway Ave Ste 107, 
    Waterloo, IA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Rikkers is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Rikkers 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 Hernia, Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Oophorectomy.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    Office

    1753 W Ridgeway Ave Ste 107, 
    Waterloo, IA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Melissa Garrett is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Garrett 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, Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy.

    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    Mercyone Cedar Falls Weight Loss Center & Bariatric Surgery

    515 College St Ste 2800, 
    Cedar Falls, IA 
     (7.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Moiz Dawood is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Cedar Falls, Iowa. Dr. Dawood is rated as an Advanced 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 Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Cholecystitis, and Gallstones.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    Cedar Valley Medical Specialists PC

    1753 W Ridgeway Ave Ste 104, 
    Waterloo, IA 
     (5.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jayson Gesme is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Gesme is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Lump, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Sleep Medicine
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Sleep Medicine

    Office

    110 Plaza Cir Ste A, 
    Waterloo, IA 
     (5.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Matthew Kettman is a primary care provider, practicing in Sleep Medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Kettman 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 Cellulitis, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Familial Dysautonomia, Endoscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation.

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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 Waterloo, IA?

    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 Waterloo, IA?

    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 Waterloo, IA?

    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 Waterloo, IA?

    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 Waterloo, IA?

    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 Waterloo, IA?

    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 Waterloo, IA?

    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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