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    MediFind found 87 doctor with experience in Cholecystitis near Renton, WA. Of these, 68 are Experienced, 18 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    87 providers found
      Helen H. Kim
      Advanced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery
      Advanced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery

      Proliance Surgeons

      1231 116th Ave NE, Suite 930, 
      Bellevue, WA 
       (9.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Helen Kim, MD, is certified by the American College of Surgeons. She has a special interest in breast surgery, robotic surgery, and minimally invasive surgery. She is a trained and certified console surgeon on da Vinci® Single-Site™, the da Vinci® Surgical System, and EndoWrist®. She practices abdominal wall hernia repair and open, laparoscopic, and robot-assisted techniques for complex and recurrent hernias. She also performs gastrointestinal surgery, laparoscopic and open colectomy, cholecystectomy, appendectomy, anti-reflux surgery, and laparoscopic intra-abdominal scar release surgery.Dr. Kim treats high risk, benign, and malignant breast conditions through initial evaluation of high breast cancer risk patients, management and treatment of breast pain, nipple discharge, breast masses and image-detected lesions, as well as surgical management of breast cancer, which includes breast-conserving lumpectomy, skin-sparing and nipple-sparing mastectomy, and sentinel lymph node biopsy. She also coordinates breast reconstruction at the time of mastectomy.During her sabbatical year in 2010, she performed surgeries at Kijabe, Kenya as a short-term medical missionary for one month, travelled to France and Italy, and took oil-painting classes. In and out of the operating room, Dr. Kim places emphasis on meticulous surgical techniques and offers the most advanced minimally invasive approaches wherever applicable, while caring for the patient as a whole in the context of their other medical conditions. Dr. Kim is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. Her top areas of expertise are Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Pilonidal Sinus Disease, Gallbladder Disease, and Hernia Surgery.

      Advanced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery

      Valley Medical Group-Renton

      4033 Talbot Rd S, Suite 530, 
      Renton, WA 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Bahasa, Castilian, Farsi, Filipino, French, German, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Thai, Urdu, Vietnamese
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Ekaterina Knowlton is a General Surgeon in Renton, Washington. Dr. Knowlton is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. Her top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Perforation, Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy. Dr. Knowlton is currently accepting new patients.

      What does Elite, Distinguished, Advanced, Experienced mean?
      Advanced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery

      Valley Medical Group-Renton

      4011 Talbot Rd S, Suite 420, 
      Renton, WA 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic, Korean, Russian, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Cheuk Hong is a General Surgeon in Renton, Washington. Dr. Hong is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gastrointestinal Perforation, Gallbladder Removal, and Colostomy. Dr. Hong is currently accepting new patients.

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      Advanced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery

      Valley Medical Group-Renton

      4011 Talbot Rd S, Suite 420, 
      Renton, WA 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, French, German, Hindi, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Punjabi, Spanish, Telugu
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Daniel Nadig is a General Surgeon in Renton, Washington. Dr. Nadig is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Ogilvie Syndrome, Cholecystitis, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy. Dr. Nadig is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery
      Distinguished in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery

      Overlake Medical Clinics LLC

      1035 1116th Ave Ne, 
      Bellevue, WA 
       (9.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Sung Cho is a General Surgeon in Bellevue, Washington. Dr. Cho is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Hernia Surgery, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Cho is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Virginia Mason Medical Center

      1100 9th Ave, 
      Seattle, WA 
       (10.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Clancy Clark is a General Surgeon and a Surgical Oncologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Clark is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Acute Pancreatitis, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy. Dr. Clark is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      Internal Medicine

      South Sound Inpatient Physicians PLLC

      80 Sw 2nd St, 
      Renton, WA 
       (0.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Bengali, Hindi
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Ayanava Majumdar is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Renton, Washington. Dr. Majumdar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Peptic Ulcer, Acute Pancreatitis, and Sepsis. Dr. Majumdar is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery

      Valley Medical Group-Renton

      4033 Talbot Rd S, Suite 530, 
      Renton, WA 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, German, Hindi, Mandarin, Punjabi, Spanish, Urdu
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Andreas Schneider is a General Surgeon in Renton, Washington. Dr. Schneider is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Splenectomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Schneider is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery | Thoracic Surgery
      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery | Thoracic Surgery

      Valley Medical Group-Renton

      4033 Talbot Rd S, Suite 530, 
      Renton, WA 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Heather Wheeler is a General Surgeon and a Thoracic Surgeon in Renton, Washington. Dr. Wheeler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. Her top areas of expertise are Hernia, Angiosarcoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Breast Cancer. Dr. Wheeler is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery
      4033 Talbot Rd S, Ste 530, 
      Renton, WA 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Martin Durtschi is a General Surgeon in Renton, Washington. Dr. Durtschi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, and Cholecystitis.

      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery | Thoracic Surgery
      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery | Thoracic Surgery

      Valley Medical Group-Renton

      400 S 43rd St, 
      Renton, WA 
       (2.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, French, Russian, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Wayne Lau is a General Surgeon and a Thoracic Surgeon in Renton, Washington. Dr. Lau is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Juvenile Angiofibroma, Umbilical Hernia, Epidural Lipomatosis, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Lau is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      Gastroenterology

      Valley Medical Group-Renton

      400 S 43rd St, 
      Renton, WA 
       (2.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Christopher Dire is a Gastroenterologist in Renton, Washington. Dr. Dire is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

      Advanced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery

      Franciscan Medical Group

      16251 Sylvester Rd Sw, 
      Burien, WA 
       (6.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Nathan Avery is a General Surgeon in Burien, Washington. Dr. Avery is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, and Cholecystitis. Dr. Avery is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Cholecystitis
      Advanced in Cholecystitis
      24604 104th Ave Se, Suite 201, 
      Kent, WA 
       (6.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Afrikaans, Castilian, French, Hindi, Korean, Portuguese, Punjabi, Spanish, Vietnamese
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Claudio Alperovich is a General Surgeon in Kent, Washington. Dr. Alperovich is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Cholecystitis, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Alperovich is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery

      Overlake Medical Clinics LLC

      1035 116th Ave Ne, 
      Bellevue, WA 
       (9.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, German
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Timothy Reinke is a General Surgeon in Bellevue, Washington. Dr. Reinke is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Cholecystitis, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Reinke is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery

      Overlake Medical Clinics LLC

      1035 116th Ave Ne, 
      Bellevue, WA 
       (9.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Aml Raafat is a General Surgeon in Bellevue, Washington. Dr. Raafat is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gallbladder Removal, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Raafat is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery

      Multicare Health System

      222 State Ave N, 
      Kent, WA 
       (6.8 miles away)
      Experience:
      16+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Timo Hakkarainen is a General Surgeon in Kent, Washington. Dr. Hakkarainen has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Necrotizing Fasciitis, Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, and Necrosis. Dr. Hakkarainen is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      Gastroenterology
      1660 S Columbian Way, Medicine (s111-gi), 
      Seattle, WA 
       (7.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Sum Lee is a Gastroenterologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Gallstones, and Sclerosing Cholangitis.

      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      Internal Medicine

      Overlake Medical Clinics LLC

      1035 1116th Ave Ne, 
      Bellevue, WA 
       (9.6 miles away)
      Experience:
      9+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Zachary Diiulio is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bellevue, Washington. Dr. Diiulio has been practicing medicine for over 9 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Cerebral Hypoxia, Acute Kidney Failure, Pulmonary Edema, and Sepsis. Dr. Diiulio is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery

      Multicare Health System

      17700 Se 272nd St, 
      Covington, WA 
       (9.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic, Filipino, Hindi, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Tamil, Telugu
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Alejandro Arnold is a General Surgeon in Covington, Washington. Dr. Arnold is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallbladder Removal, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Arnold is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      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 Renton, WA?

      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 Renton, WA?

      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 Renton, WA?

      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 Renton, WA?

      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 Renton, WA?

      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 Renton, WA?

      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 Renton, WA?

      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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