The 20 Best Cholecystitis Doctors Near Me in Elizabeth, NJ

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The 20 Best Cholecystitis Doctors near Elizabeth, NJ

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 355 doctor with experience in Cholecystitis near Elizabeth, NJ. Of these, 307 are Experienced, 39 are Advanced and 7 are Distinguished.

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    Dhanasekaran Ramasamy
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    Gastroenterology

    Center For Digestive Diseases, PA

    695 Chestnut Street, 
    Union, NJ 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dhanasekaran Ramasamy is a Gastroenterologist in Union, New Jersey. Dr. Ramasamy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Ramasamy is currently accepting new patients.

    Sujala Chirla
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Gastroenterology

    Center For Digestive Diseases

    695 Chestnut Street, 
    Union, NJ 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sujala Chirla is a Gastroenterologist in Union, New Jersey. Dr. Chirla 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 Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Childhood Volvulus, Portal Hypertension, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Chirla is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Gastroenterology | Oncology | Geriatrics
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Gastroenterology | Oncology | Geriatrics

    Pradeep S Mahal MD

    1308 Morris Avenue, Suite 202, 
    Union, NJ 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Pradeep Mahal is an Oncologist and a Gastroenterologist in Union, New Jersey. Dr. Mahal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Cronkhite-Canada Disease, Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Mahal is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Experienced in Cholecystitis

    Center For Digestive Diseases

    695 Chestnut Street, 
    Union, NJ 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Geethan Sivananthan is a Gastroenterologist in Union, New Jersey. Dr. Sivananthan 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 Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Macroamylasemia, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Sivananthan is currently accepting new patients.

    Marc Mandel
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    Surgical Oncology
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    Surgical Oncology

    Clark-North Pavilion- Breast/General Surgery

    140 Central Avenue, 
    Clark, NJ 
     (6.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Marc Mandel, MD, FACS, is a surgeon specializing in general surgery, breast surgery, and surgical oncology with Atlantic Health Partners (AHP). Board-certified in general surgery by the American Board of Surgery, he has more than 35 years of experience evaluating, diagnosing and performing surgical procedures and has specialized experience in general and oncologic surgery of the breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue as well as complex hernia repair. He is dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized care to each patient and is an active participant in the tumor boards at Overlook Medical Center.Dr. Mandel obtained a BA in biochemistry and studio fine arts from Brandeis University and subsequently received a master’s in physiology from Georgetown University. He earned his MD at Albert Einstein College of Medicine and completed his surgical residency at Yale University where he served as the administrative chief resident.Remaining at Yale as academic faculty, Dr. Mandel was an assistant professor of surgery and acting chief of trauma during the Gulf War. He also had a joint appointment in the division of surgical oncology where he was mentored by several prominent oncologic surgeons in a variety of disciplines, among them breast, gastrointestinal, and pancreatic surgery. Dr. Mandel has held important leadership roles during his career and is currently the director of surgical education and chief, division of general surgery in addition to other significant roles. Dr. Mandel prides himself as a surgical educator and was awarded Surgical Teacher of the Year at Columbia University Medical Center. He was honored by the American Cancer Society at the Diamond Ball in 2017 and was a National Award winner as Cancer Liaison by the America College of Surgeons in 2024. Dr. Mandel has been a constant on most Top Doctor lists for 20 years.Dr. Mandel is a fellow of both the American College of Surgeons and the Society of Surgical Oncologists and was an early member of the American Society of Breast Surgeons. In keeping with his training as an academic surgeon, he has been clinical faculty at Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons, as a clinical assistant professor of surgery since 1992. He is a participating provider of the Atlantic Accountable Care Organization. Dr. Mandel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Lymphadenectomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    11 Overlook Rd, Suite 160, 
    Summit, NJ 
     (8.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Starker is a General Surgeon in Summit, New Jersey. Dr. Starker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Juvenile Angiofibroma, and Hernia Surgery.

    Vivek Maheshwari
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery | Surgical Oncology

    Professional Associates In Surgery LLP

    1500 Pleasant Valley Way, Suite 205, 
    West Orange, NJ 
     (8.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Vivek Maheshwari is a General Surgeon and a Surgical Oncologist in West Orange, New Jersey. Dr. Maheshwari is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Maheshwari is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    North Shore-Lij Medical PC

    256 Mason Ave, 
    Staten Island, NY 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Prashant Sinha is a General Surgeon in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Sinha is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Umbilical Hernia, Hernia, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy.

    Indraneil Mukherjee
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery | Surgical Oncology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Surgery At Mason Avenue

    256 Mason Avenue, Building C, 3rd Floor, 
    Staten Island, NY 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Bengali, Hindi, Spanish

    Dr. Indraneil Mukherjee grew up in a pristine town of Ranchi, India. After his schooling in St. Xaviers School and DAV JVM he started his medical training at the prestigious Grant Medical College and Sir J.J. Group of Hospitals in, Mumbai. To further his training in Surgery he joined The Albert Einstein College of Medicine . He did his surgical residency at Staten Island University Hospital (State University of New York). He was also the Chief Resident at Staten Island University Hospital. For his interest in Hepato-Pancretico-Biliary and Foregut Surgery he pursued a fellowship in Advance Gastrointestinal Surgery at Southeastern Center for Digestive Disorders and Pancreatic Cancer, Florida Hospital, Tampa.He is now a faculty surgeon as a Foregut and Hepatobiliary Surgeon at Staten Island University Hospital Northwell Health. He is the Program Director for the Advance GI Fellowship Program and is the associate Program Director for its Residency Program. He has published in various forums. He was also won awards at Medical Hackathon for Medical Device Development at MIT and Cleveland Clinics and is interested in medical innovation. He is Motivated, Dedicated and Passionate about evidence based surgical therapeutics. He has license to practice medicine in India and United States. He is certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Mukherjee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Diverticular Disease, Gallbladder Removal, and Endoscopy.

    Noah B. Zuker
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    Northwell Health At Tyrellan Avenue

    101 Tyrellan Avenue, 4th Floor, 
    Staten Island, NY 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hebrew

    Noah B. Zuker M.D. F.A.C.S. is a board certified General Surgeon practicing in Staten Island, NY. He is former Chief of Surgery at Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center in Ogdensburg, NY. He received his medical degree from Ben Gurion University of the Negev in Be'erSheva, Israel, and completed General Surgery residency at the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque. He completed a fellowship in advanced minimally invasive surgery at L'Institut Mutualiste Montsouris in Paris, France and has been in General Surgery practice from 2012. He is experienced in minimally invasive surgery, hernia repair, robotic surgery, anorectal complaints, varicose vein and wound management, skin and soft tissue surgery, acute care general surgery complaints, gastrointestinal disease and treatment, and advanced endoscopy. He lives in Manhattan with his family and enjoys, hiking, biking, art, music and spending time with family. Dr. Zuker is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Cholecystitis, Toxic Shock Syndrome, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Joao A. Lopes
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery

    Summit Health

    375 Mt Pleasant Avenue, Suite 206, 
    West Orange, NJ 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Portuguese, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Joao Lopes is a General Surgeon and a Bariatric Medicine provider in West Orange, New Jersey. Dr. Lopes is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Ogilvie Syndrome, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy. Dr. Lopes is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    Barnabas Health Medical Group PC

    225 Williamson St, 
    Elizabeth, NJ 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Farr is a General Surgeon in Elizabeth, New Jersey. Dr. Farr is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Juvenile Angiofibroma, Cholecystitis, and Gallbladder Disease.

    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    31 West 8th Street, 
    Bayonne, NJ 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Zbigniew Moszczynski is a primary care provider, practicing in General Surgeon in Bayonne, New Jersey. Dr. Moszczynski is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Gallstones, Gallbladder Disease, Varicose Veins, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Moszczynski is currently accepting new patients.

    Anthony L. Cuppari
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    76 Prospect Street, 
    Newark, NJ 
     (5.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Anthony Cuppari is a General Surgeon in Newark, New Jersey. Dr. Cuppari is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Cuppari is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    Central Avenue Professional Services, PC

    111 Central Ave, 
    Newark, NJ 
     (5.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Jay Stylman is a General Surgeon in Newark, New Jersey. Dr. Stylman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Juvenile Angiofibroma, Hernia, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Stylman is currently accepting new patients.

    Muhammad S. Feteiha
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery

    Advanced Surgical Associates

    155 Morris Avenue, Suite 204, 
    Springfield, NJ 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Muhammad Feteiha is a fellowship trained general and bariatric surgeon with Atlantic Medical Group. Affiliated with Overlook Medical Center, he is vice president of the Medical Staff, the Chairman of the Surgical Quality Review Committee, and Vice Chairman of the division of General Surgery. He has held several other leadership roles with Atlantic Health System throughout the last two decades and has pioneered the Bariatric Service at Overlook Medical Center. Dr. Feteiha earned his doctorate in medicine from Tufts University School of Medicine. Upon completing his surgical residency at the University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center, he completed a fellowship in laparoscopic surgery at New York Presbyterian Hospital Columbia University. Dr. Feteiha earned the distinction of being named to New Jersey Monthly's Top Doctors for over 10 years in a row. In addition, he received the Atlantic Health Physician Excellence Award. His clinical interests include general and minimally invasive techniques to treat obesity including gastric bypass surgery and gastric sleeve surgery, gastrointestinal surgery, colorectal disease, as well as hernia repair. He is board certified in surgery and a member of the American College of Surgeons, the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery’s New Jersey Chapter, and the Society of American Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons. Dr. Feteiha is a fitness enthusiast and enjoys skiing, bicycling, running, and participating in triathlons. He is a participating member of the Atlantic Accountable Care Organization. Dr. Feteiha is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Irene E. Rossmer
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Surgical Oncology | General Surgery
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Surgical Oncology | General Surgery

    Atlantic Surgical Oncology- Clark

    140 Central Avenue, 
    Clark, NJ 
     (6.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Russian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Irene E. Rossmer, MD, FACS, is a surgical oncologist with Atlantic Medical Group. She is a specialist in the management of complex and advanced malignancies of the gastrointestinal tract, including gastric, pancreatic, hepatobiliary, small bowel, colon, and rectal cancers as well as skin cancers, including melanoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and basal cell carcinoma. Dr. Rossmer has a special interest in women’s health and the multidisciplinary treatment of breast cancer. She is also a skilled minimally invasive and robotic surgeon, and she brings the highest level of technical skill and clinical expertise to her patients and their families.Certified by the American Board of Surgery in both general surgery and complex general surgical oncology, Dr. Rossmer has received multiple awards and honors for her clinical work and research. She was selected by her peers and faculty to serve in her final year of training as the chief resident, and she was awarded the highly coveted Blakemore Award for an outstanding body of research performed during residency. She has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications and her research has been presented at multiple regional and national meetings. Dr. Rossmer is currently actively involved in research to improve the quality of care for cancer patients, and she has recently received a grant from Amazon Health to continue her ongoing work related to equity in delivery of cancer care.Dr. Rossmer received her medical degree from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, she completed her residency training at New York Presbyterian-Columbia University in 2015, and went on to pursue a highly competitive fellowship in complex general surgical oncology at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. After spending her first few years in practice on Long Island, Dr. Rossmer joined Atlantic Health in 2020, bringing her professional expertise and excellence to serve our patient community. Dr. Rossmer is professionally active and is an active member of the American Society of Breast Surgeons, as well as she is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS), and a Fellow of the Society of Surgical Oncology.Dr. Rossmer is a participating provider of the Atlantic Accountable Care Organization. Dr. Rossmer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. Her top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery.

    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine
    65 Cromwell Avenue, 
    Staten Island, NY 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, French

    I am an active Professor of Surgery at SUNY Downstate and Chairman of the Department of Surgery at Lutheran Medical Center. I have lectured in medical schools and universities as well as operated in hospitals in 60 cities throughout the world. In addition, I have graduated 25 laparoscopic fellows since 1995.I am the recipient of the Ellis Island Medal of Honor. I have more than 125 peer-reviewed published articles and have participated in more than ten medical textbooks. I have been an innovator in minimally invasive surgery and hold seven U.S. patents for laparoscopic surgical instruments.I am a graduate from St. Joseph University School of Medicine in Beirut, Lebanon and completed my residency in General Surgery at Staten Island University Hospital. I am a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and am board certified in Surgery and Critical Care Medicine. I reside on Staten Island with my wife Berthe and have four children. Dr. Ferzli is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Gallstones, Gallbladder Disease, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

    David O. Rahni
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Gastroenterology

    Barnabas Health Multispecialty

    101 Old Short Hills Rd, Suite 217, 
    West Orange, NJ 
     (8.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David Rahni is a Gastroenterologist in West Orange, New Jersey. Dr. Rahni is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Acute Pancreatitis, Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Rahni is currently accepting new patients.

    Sherif A. Andrawes
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Gastroenterology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Gastroenterology At Hylan Boulevard

    4106 Hylan Boulevard, Second Floor, 
    Staten Island, NY 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Andrawes currently serves as Director of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, and Director of the Advanced Therapeutic Endoscopy Fellowship program at Staten Island University Hospital. His commitment to patient care and education is exceptional, as demonstrated by his dedication to training medical students, residents, GI fellows, and advanced endoscopy fellows. He holds regional and national recognition for his expertise in advanced therapeutic and interventional endoscopy, regularly presenting at national meetings and contributing to national gastroenterology societies. Following his advanced endoscopy fellowship under Dr. Gregory Haber at Lenox Hill Hospital in 2014, Dr. Andrawes joined Staten Island University Hospital. Within two years, he earned a strong regional reputation for managing complex endoscopic cases, leading to his appointment as Director of Endoscopy. Dr. Andrawes introduced a range of advanced procedures to Staten Island, including complex endoscopic mucosal resection, endoscopic submucosal dissection, endoscopic management of gallbladder disease, endoscopic drainage of pancreatic necrosis, peroral endoscopic myotomy, endoscopic suturing (including bariatric revisions), and closure of fistulas and perforations. He is among a select group of gastroenterologists proficient in these advanced techniques. In 2019, he established the advanced therapeutic endoscopy fellowship, which has graduated four fellows to date and is fully subscribed through 2025. As a dedicated educator and key clinical faculty member for the GI fellowship program, Dr. Andrawes consistently receives exemplary evaluations from trainees. He has successfully recruited two highly skilled advanced endoscopists, further enhancing the nationally recognized GI division. Dr. Andrawes thought leadership is evident in his research presentations at national meetings and his consistent promotion of scholarly activity among colleagues and fellows. He is frequently invited to serve as faculty at national advanced endoscopy courses. A distinguished leader in education, research, and clinical care, Dr. Andrawes has a strong regional and national reputation. Recognized by his peers as a trusted expert in complex endoscopic procedures, he is a recipient of the Top Doctors Award for New York. He has cultivated a highly skilled team that shares his vision and commitment to providing optimal patient outcomes. Dr. Andrawes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Gallstones, Acute Pancreatitis, Gallbladder Disease, Endoscopy, and Gallbladder Removal.

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    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 Elizabeth, NJ?

    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 Elizabeth, NJ?

    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 Elizabeth, NJ?

    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 Elizabeth, NJ?

    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 Elizabeth, NJ?

    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 Elizabeth, NJ?

    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 Elizabeth, NJ?

    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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