The 20 Best Gallbladder Disease Doctors Near Me in Louisiana, US

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The 20 Best Gallbladder Disease Doctors in Louisiana, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 1286 doctor with experience in Gallbladder Disease near Louisiana, US. Of these, 1041 are Experienced, 215 are Advanced and 30 are Distinguished.

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1,286 providers found
    Distinguished in Gallbladder Disease
    General Surgery | Emergency Medicine
    Distinguished in Gallbladder Disease
    General Surgery | Emergency Medicine

    Wk Bossier Surgical Associates

    2400 Hospital Dr, Suite 250, 
    Bossier City, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Banda is a General Surgeon and an Emergency Medicine provider in Bossier City, Louisiana. Dr. Banda is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallbladder Disease. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Banda is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Gallbladder Disease
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Gallbladder Disease
    General Surgery

    Wk Bossier Surgical Associates

    2400 Hospital Dr, Suite 250, 
    Bossier City, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    James Howell is a General Surgeon in Bossier City, Louisiana. Dr. Howell is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallbladder Disease. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Small Bowel Resection, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Howell is currently accepting new patients.

    Rashid Mahboob
    Experienced in Gallbladder Disease
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Gallbladder Disease
    Internal Medicine

    SCP Health- Hospitalists

    200 Corporate Blvd, 
    Lafayette, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Rashid Mahboob has long known exactly what he wanted to do – practice endocrinology. “I have many family members with diabetes, so I was interested in endocrinology right from the beginning,” he recalled. “Later, as a hospitalist, 70 percent of my patients were diabetic. I found there is a lot of need and a shortage of endocrinologists.” Besides helping patients manage diabetes, Dr. Mahboob discovered he enjoyed treating patients with other health issues, such as thyroid diseases, cancer, osteoporosis, bone diseases and pituitary disorders. But no matter the diagnosis, to Dr. Mahboob, the most important aspect of treating patients is the same. “I need to understand patients and realize each one is different,” he said. “As a doctor, I have to be patient and build a good relationship and level of trust. “When the patient trusts you, they will listen and respond better,” he explained. “Diabetes is a patient-controlled disease, so you have to talk to the patient and the family and have good communication with them.” Dr. Mahboob knows how important family is to his patients, as his own family is a No. 1 priority in his life. He, his wife and their three children love taking long drives in the mountains, camping, hiking and just spending time together. When they settled here in 2006, he was glad to know his expertise could help fill a need for patients in the area. And, he liked the area right away because it reminded him of the mountains of Pakistan, where he grew up. “We love the natural beauty,” he said. “It is home now.”. Dr. Mahboob is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallbladder Disease. His top areas of expertise are ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD), Hip Replacement, and Endoscopy.

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    Distinguished in Gallbladder Disease
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Gallbladder Disease
    General Surgery

    WK North Laparoscopic Surgical Associates - North

    2751 Albert L Bicknell Dr Ste 3D, 
    Shreveport, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Smith is a General Surgeon in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Smith is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallbladder Disease. His top areas of expertise are Gangrene, Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Small Bowel Resection, and Gastrostomy.

    Distinguished in Gallbladder Disease
    Distinguished in Gallbladder Disease

    Glenwood Regional Medical Center A Steward Family Hospital

    503 McMillan Rd, 
    West Monroe, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Wilder is a Radiologist in West Monroe, Louisiana. Dr. Wilder is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallbladder Disease. His top areas of expertise are Nasal Flaring, Gallbladder Disease, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Gastrostomy.

    Distinguished in Gallbladder Disease
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Gallbladder Disease
    General Surgery

    WK Surgical Consultants

    8001 Youree Dr Ste 840, 
    Shreveport, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Mainous is a General Surgeon in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Mainous is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallbladder Disease. His top areas of expertise are Gallstones, Gallbladder Disease, Choledocholithiasis, Gastrostomy, and Colostomy.

    Distinguished in Gallbladder Disease
    Distinguished in Gallbladder Disease

    Regional Radiology

    1202 S Tyler St, 
    Covington, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rachadip Sachasinh is a Radiologist in Covington, Louisiana. Dr. Sachasinh is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallbladder Disease. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Gallbladder Disease, and CAPOS Syndrome.

    Distinguished in Gallbladder Disease
    Distinguished in Gallbladder Disease

    Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center

    1214 Coolidge Blvd, 
    Lafayette, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Horton is a Radiologist in Lafayette, Louisiana. Dr. Horton is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallbladder Disease. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Lung Nodules, Visceromegaly, and Pleurisy.

    Distinguished in Gallbladder Disease
    Distinguished in Gallbladder Disease

    Glenwood Regional Medical Center A Steward Family Hospital

    503 McMillan Rd, 
    West Monroe, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jacob Enterkin is a Radiologist in West Monroe, Louisiana. Dr. Enterkin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallbladder Disease. His top areas of expertise are Nasal Flaring, Biliary Dyskinesia, Interstitial Lung Disease, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.

    Distinguished in Gallbladder Disease
    Distinguished in Gallbladder Disease

    Glenwood Regional Medical Center A Steward Family Hospital

    503 McMillan Rd, 
    West Monroe, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Warren Green is a Radiologist in West Monroe, Louisiana. Dr. Green is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallbladder Disease. His top areas of expertise are Biliary Dyskinesia, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1, and Gastrostomy.

    Distinguished in Gallbladder Disease
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Gallbladder Disease
    General Surgery

    Ochsner General & Bariatric Surgery

    1000 W. Pinhook Road, 
    Lafayette, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Philip Gachassin is a General Surgeon in Lafayette, Louisiana. Dr. Gachassin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallbladder Disease. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Gachassin is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Gallbladder Disease
    General Surgery | Transplant Surgery
    Advanced in Gallbladder Disease
    General Surgery | Transplant Surgery

    Wk Transplant Physicians

    2751 Albert L Bicknell Dr, Fl 4, 
    Shreveport, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Gazi Zibari is a General Surgeon and a Transplant Surgeon in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Zibari is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallbladder Disease. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Visceromegaly, Pancreas Transplant, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Zibari is currently accepting new patients.

    Pushkas Gopalan
    Experienced in Gallbladder Disease
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Gallbladder Disease
    Internal Medicine

    SCP Health- Hospitalists

    200 Corporate Blvd, 
    Lafayette, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Gopalan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallbladder Disease. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Saddle Pulmonary Embolism, Liver Failure, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement.

    Shweta Kharalkar
    Experienced in Gallbladder Disease
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Gallbladder Disease
    Internal Medicine

    SCP Health- Hospitalists

    200 Corporate Blvd, 
    Lafayette, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Kharalkar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallbladder Disease. Her top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Liver Failure, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Hip Replacement, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Holly E. Vicars
    Experienced in Gallbladder Disease
    Internal Medicine | Hospital Medicine
    Experienced in Gallbladder Disease
    Internal Medicine | Hospital Medicine

    SCP Health- Hospitalists

    200 Corporate Blvd, 
    Lafayette, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Vicars is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallbladder Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Colonoscopy, and Ureteroscopy.

    William Moss
    Advanced in Gallbladder Disease
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Gallbladder Disease
    General Surgery

    Ochsner CHRISTUS Health Center - Lake Area

    4150 Nelson Road, Building G, Building 1, 
    Lake Charles, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Moss is a General Surgeon in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Moss is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallbladder Disease. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Gallstones, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

    Matias Nauts
    Advanced in Gallbladder Disease
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery
    Advanced in Gallbladder Disease
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery

    Ochsner CHRISTUS Health Center - Lake Area

    4150 Nelson Road, Building G, Building 1, 
    Lake Charles, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Matias Nauts is a General Surgeon and a Bariatric Medicine provider in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Nauts is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallbladder Disease. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma, Gallbladder Cancer, Gastrectomy, and Bladder Reconstruction.

    Experienced in Gallbladder Disease
    Experienced in Gallbladder Disease

    Wkmc Cardiovascular Consultants

    2727 Hearne Ave, Suite 301, 
    Shreveport, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Basel Kasabali is a Cardiologist in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Kasabali is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallbladder Disease. His top areas of expertise are Angina, Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Kasabali is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gallbladder Disease
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Gallbladder Disease
    Internal Medicine

    SCP Health- Hospitalists

    200 Corporate Blvd, 
    Lafayette, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Hussain is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallbladder Disease. His top areas of expertise are Cardiac Tamponade, Atypical Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, and Sepsis.

    Experienced in Gallbladder Disease
    Nurse Practitioner
    Experienced in Gallbladder Disease
    Nurse Practitioner
    200 Corporate Blvd, 
    Lafayette, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Ms. Galloway is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallbladder Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST) and Gallbladder Disease.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    When should I see a Gallbladder Disease doctor in Louisiana, 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 Gallbladder Disease doctor in Louisiana, 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 Gallbladder Disease doctors in Louisiana, 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 Gallbladder Disease doctors in Louisiana, 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 Gallbladder Disease doctor in Louisiana, 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 Gallbladder Disease doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Gallbladder Disease 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 Gallbladder Disease doctor in Louisiana, 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 Gallbladder Disease 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 Gallbladder Disease 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 Gallbladder Disease doctors in Louisiana, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Gallbladder Disease 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 Gallbladder Disease doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Gallbladder Disease 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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