The 20 Best Cholecystitis Doctors Near Me in Nebraska, US

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The 20 Best Cholecystitis Doctors in Nebraska, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 172 doctor with experience in Cholecystitis near Nebraska, US. Of these, 116 are Experienced, 48 are Advanced and 8 are Distinguished.

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    Susanne L. Sasse
    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    CHI Health Clinic General Surgery (Lakeside)

    16909 Lakeside Hills Ct, Medical Office Building One Ste 300, 
    Omaha, NE 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Susanne Sasse is a General Surgeon in Omaha, Nebraska. Dr. Sasse is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. Her top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Ogilvie Syndrome, Hernia Surgery, and Endoscopy. Dr. Sasse is currently accepting new patients.

    Joseph R. Wolpert
    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    CHI Health Clinic General Surgery (CUMC - Bergan Mercy)

    7710 Mercy Rd, Ste 2000, 
    Omaha, NE 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Joseph Wolpert is a General Surgeon in Omaha, Nebraska. Dr. Wolpert is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Cholecystitis, Pilonidal Sinus Disease, Small Bowel Resection, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Wolpert is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    Unmc Physicians

    111 N 175th St, 
    Omaha, NE 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, American Sign Language, French
    Accepting New Patients

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

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    Michael J. Mcnamara
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    CHI Health Clinic General Surgery (CUMC - Bergan Mercy)

    7710 Mercy Rd, Ste 2000, 
    Omaha, NE 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Mcnamara is a General Surgeon in Omaha, Nebraska. Dr. Mcnamara is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Breast Cancer, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Mcnamara is currently accepting new patients.

    Glenn C. Gardner
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    CHI Health Clinic General Surgery (CUMC - Bergan Mercy)

    7710 Mercy Rd, Ste 2000, 
    Omaha, NE 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Glenn Gardner is a General Surgeon in Omaha, Nebraska. Dr. Gardner is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Juvenile Angiofibroma, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Hernia, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Gardner is currently accepting new patients.

    Michael A. Hovey
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery

    CHI Health Clinic General Surgery (Immanuel)

    6829 N 72nd St, Ste 5500, 
    Omaha, NE 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Hovey is the Director of Weight Management and has been the Chairman of the Surgery Department at CHI Health Immanuel since 2012. He is board certified in Surgery, a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, and a Fellow of the American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery.While growing up in Council Bluffs, he graduated from Lewis Central High School. After attending the University of Nebraska at Omaha and Iowa State University for his undergraduate studies, Dr. Hovey received his Medical Degree from the University of Iowa in 1997. He completed a surgical internship at Creighton University, served as a Flight Surgeon in the United States Air Force, and finished his surgical training at Iowa Methodist in Des Moines in 2004. Upon honorably fulfilling his commitment as a general surgeon in the Air Force, he decided to come back home to the Midwest where he has been a valued member of the Omaha medical community since 2006.He is one of the most experienced weight loss surgeons in the region, having performed thousands of procedures including the sleeve gastrectomy, Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, adjustable gastric band, Single Anastomosis Duodeno-Ileostomy (SADI), duodenal switch (DS), ORBERA (endoscopic gastric balloon), and complex revision surgery.In addition to bariatric surgery, he performs a high volume of laparoscopic, minimally invasive, and robotic surgery including gallbladder removal, hiatal hernia repair, inguinal/abdominal wall hernia repair, and colon resection. His expertise, passion, clinical acumen, and surgical skills have resulted in Dr. Hovey receiving numerous teaching awards from the Creighton University School of Medicine’s General Surgery Residency where he carries an appointment as an Assistant Clinical Professor.Dr. Hovey uses his years of experience in all aspects of weight loss surgery to feed his passion for helping patients reach their goals of living longer, healthier, and more fulfilling lives.Dr. Hovey also contributes to theCHI Health Better You Blog. Dr. Hovey is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Gallbladder Disease, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Awinder P. Singh
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    CHI Health Clinic General Surgery (CUMC - Bergan Mercy)

    7710 Mercy Rd, Ste 2000, 
    Omaha, NE 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Awinder Singh is a General Surgeon in Omaha, Nebraska. Dr. Singh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Gallbladder Disease, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Singh is currently accepting new patients.

    William T. Sorrell
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    CHI Health Clinic General Surgery (Good Samaritan)

    3219 Central Ave, Suite 200, 
    Kearney, NE 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    William Sorrell is a General Surgeon in Kearney, Nebraska. Dr. Sorrell is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Gallstones, Gallbladder Disease, Small Bowel Resection, and Colostomy. Dr. Sorrell is currently accepting new patients.

    Alan M. Parks
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    CHI Health Clinic General Surgery (Midlands)

    11109 S 84th St, Medical Office Building One Ste 4800, 
    Papillion, NE 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Alan Parks is a General Surgeon in Papillion, Nebraska. Dr. Parks is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Umbilical Hernia, Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Parks is currently accepting new patients.

    Brady J. O'hare
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    CHI Health Clinic General Surgery (Good Samaritan)

    3219 Central Ave, Suite 200, 
    Kearney, NE 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Brady O'hare is a General Surgeon in Kearney, Nebraska. Dr. O'hare is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Gallbladder Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. O'hare is currently accepting new patients.

    Viren P. Punja
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    CHI Health Clinic Trauma Surgery (CUMC - Bergan Mercy)

    7500 Mercy Rd, Ste 2000, 
    Omaha, NE 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Viren Punja is a General Surgeon in Omaha, Nebraska. Dr. Punja is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Delirium, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Gastrointestinal Perforation, Gallbladder Removal, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Punja is currently accepting new patients.

    Eric J. Kuncir
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    CHI Health Clinic Trauma Surgery (CUMC - Bergan Mercy)

    7500 Mercy Rd, Ste 2000, 
    Omaha, NE 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Eric Kuncir is a General Surgeon in Omaha, Nebraska. Dr. Kuncir is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Delirium, Gastrointestinal Perforation, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Gallbladder Removal, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Kuncir is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    Unmc Physicians

    Emile 42nd St, 
    Omaha, NE 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, American Sign Language
    Accepting New Patients

    Tiffany Tanner is a General Surgeon in Omaha, Nebraska. Dr. Tanner has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. Her top areas of expertise are Hernia, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Hiatal Hernia, Hernia Surgery, and Endoscopy. Dr. Tanner is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    Unmc Physicians

    4014 Leavenworth St, 
    Omaha, NE 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, American Sign Language
    Accepting New Patients

    Ivy Haskins is a General Surgeon in Omaha, Nebraska. Dr. Haskins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. Her top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Obesity, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Haskins is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    General Surgery Associates LLC

    1101 S 70th St, Suite 100, 
    Lincoln, NE 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John Fallick is a General Surgeon in Lincoln, Nebraska. Dr. Fallick is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Disease, Cholecystitis, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Fallick is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    Bryan Hospital Kearney

    816 22nd Ave, Suite 100, 
    Kearney, NE 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Melissa Stade is a General Surgeon in Kearney, Nebraska. Dr. Stade is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. Her top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Diverticular Disease, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Lymphadenectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Stade is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    General Surgery Associates LLC

    1101 S 70th St, Suite 100, 
    Lincoln, NE 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Stephen Nagengast is a General Surgeon in Lincoln, Nebraska. Dr. Nagengast is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Nagengast is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    Bryan Physician Network

    145 Memorial Dr, 
    Broken Bow, NE 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Christopher Seip is a General Surgeon in Broken Bow, Nebraska. Dr. Seip is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Hemorrhoids, Endoscopy, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Seip is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    Bryan Physician Network

    820 N Alpha St, Surgery Group Of Grand Isl, 
    Grand Island, NE 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John Goering is a General Surgeon in Grand Island, Nebraska. Dr. Goering is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Goering is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    Internal Medicine

    Platte Valley Medical Group

    816 22nd Ave Ste 100, 
    Kearney, NE 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ishrat Saif is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Kearney, Nebraska. Dr. Saif is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. Her top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Diabetic Nephropathy, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Hip Replacement, and Endoscopy.

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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 in Nebraska, US?

    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 in Nebraska, US?

    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 in Nebraska, US?

    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 in Nebraska, US?

    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 in Nebraska, US?

    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 in Nebraska, US?

    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 in Nebraska, US?

    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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