The 20 Best Cholecystitis Doctors Near Me in Charlottesville, VA

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The 20 Best Cholecystitis Doctors near Charlottesville, VA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 26 doctor with experience in Cholecystitis near Charlottesville, VA. Of these, 17 are Experienced, 7 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery

    University Of Virginia Physicians Group

    1215 Lee St, 
    Charlottesville, VA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Bruce Schirmer is a General Surgeon and a Colorectal Surgeon in Charlottesville, Virginia. Dr. Schirmer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Obesity, Malnutrition, Gastric Bypass, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Schirmer is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    Gastroenterology

    UVA Health University Medical Center

    1215 Lee St, 
    Charlottesville, VA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nicholas Koutlas is a Gastroenterologist in Charlottesville, Virginia. Dr. Koutlas is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Traci Hedrick
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    UVA Health Digestive Health Center

    1215 Lee St, 
    Charlottesville, VA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Traci Hedrick is a General Surgeon in Charlottesville, Virginia. Dr. Hedrick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. Her top areas of expertise are Rectal Prolapse, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Anal Fissure, Colostomy, and Ileostomy.

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    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    Martha Jefferson Medical Group LLC

    500 Martha Jefferson Dr, Suite 415c, 
    Charlottesville, VA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Esam Omeish is a General Surgeon in Charlottesville, Virginia. Dr. Omeish is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Cholecystitis, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Omeish is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Experienced in Cholecystitis

    UVA Health Endoscopy Unit

    1215 Lee St, 
    Charlottesville,, VA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Alexander Podboy is a Cardiologist in Charlottesville,, Virginia. Dr. Podboy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastroparesis, Achalasia, Esophagitis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    UVA Health Surgical Care

    1300 Jefferson Park Ave Fl 4, 
    Charlottesville, VA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Carlos Tache is a General Surgeon in Charlottesville, Virginia. Dr. Tache is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Malnutrition, Gallbladder Disease, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    UVA Health Surgical Care

    1300 Jefferson Park Ave Fl 4, 
    Charlottesville, VA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Young is a General Surgeon in Charlottesville, Virginia. Dr. Young is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Delirium, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Gastrostomy, and Gallbladder Removal.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Intensive Care Medicine

    UVA Health Surgical Care

    1300 Jefferson Park Ave Fl 4, 
    Charlottesville, VA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Molly Flannagan is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Charlottesville, Virginia. Dr. Flannagan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. Her top areas of expertise are Delirium, Malnutrition, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Gallbladder Removal, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    Office

    4 Hospital Dr, 
    Charlottesville, VA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Williams is a General Surgeon in Charlottesville, Virginia. Dr. Williams is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Cholecystitis, Myocardial Contusion, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    University Of Virginia Physicians Group

    1215 Lee St, 
    Charlottesville, VA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Cullen Carter is a General Surgeon in Charlottesville, Virginia. Dr. Carter is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Umbilical Hernia, Gastric Bypass, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Carter is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    University Of Virginia Physicians Group

    1 Hospital Dr, Fl 4, 
    Charlottesville, VA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Zequan Yang is a General Surgeon in Charlottesville, Virginia. Dr. Yang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Gallstones, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Yang is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    Martha Jefferson Medical Group LLC

    500 Martha Jefferson Dr, Suite 415c, 
    Charlottesville, VA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Nicholas Spinelli is a General Surgeon in Charlottesville, Virginia. Dr. Spinelli is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Gallbladder Removal, and Colostomy. Dr. Spinelli is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    Martha Jefferson Medical Group LLC

    500 Martha Jefferson Dr, Suite 415c, 
    Charlottesville, VA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ahmad Abdul-Ali is a General Surgeon in Charlottesville, Virginia. Dr. Abdul-Ali is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, and Hernia. Dr. Abdul-Ali is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery | Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery | Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine

    Martha Jefferson Medical Group LLC

    500 Martha Jefferson Dr, Suite 415c, 
    Charlottesville, VA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Lane Ritter is a General Surgeon and an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine provider in Charlottesville, Virginia. Dr. Ritter is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. Her top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Small Bowel Resection, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Ritter is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    500 Martha Jefferson Drive, 5th Floor, 
    Charlottesville, VA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John Carl is a General Surgeon in Charlottesville, Virginia. Dr. Carl is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Carl is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Gastroenterology

    UVA Health Digestive Health Center

    1215 Lee St, 
    Charlottesville, VA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrew Copland is a Gastroenterologist in Charlottesville, Virginia. Dr. Copland is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Colorectal Cancer, Diarrhea, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    UVA Health Pancreatic Cancer Surgery Clinic

    1240 Lee St, 
    Charlottesville, VA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Victor Zaydfudim is a General Surgeon in Charlottesville, Virginia. Dr. Zaydfudim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Surgical Oncology
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Surgical Oncology

    UVA Health Pancreatic Cancer Surgery Clinic

    1240 Lee St, 
    Charlottesville, VA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Allan Tsung is a Surgical Oncologist in Charlottesville, Virginia. Dr. Tsung is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Hepatic Ischemia, Liver Cancer, Pancreatectomy, and Hepatectomy.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Surgical Oncology
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    Surgical Oncology

    UVA Health Emily Couric Clinical Cancer Center

    1240 Lee St, 
    Charlottesville, VA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Samantha Ruff is a Surgical Oncologist in Charlottesville, Virginia. Dr. Ruff is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. Her top areas of expertise are Neuroendocrine Tumor, Liver Cancer, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery.

    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Cholecystitis
    General Surgery

    University Of Virginia Physicians Group

    1300 Jefferson Park Ave, 
    Charlottesville, VA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Peter Hallowell is a General Surgeon in Charlottesville, Virginia. Dr. Hallowell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Obesity, Choledocholithiasis, Gastric Bypass, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Hallowell is currently accepting new patients.

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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 near Charlottesville, VA?

    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 Charlottesville, VA?

    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 Charlottesville, VA?

    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 Charlottesville, VA?

    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 Charlottesville, VA?

    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 Charlottesville, VA?

    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 Charlottesville, VA?

    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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