The 20 Best Gallbladder Removal Doctors near Los Angeles, CA

Find the Experts and Specialists who perform Gallbladder Removal

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 101 doctor with experience in Gallbladder Removal near Los Angeles, CA. Of these, 84 are Experienced, 12 are Advanced, 3 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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101 providers found
    Distinguished in Gallbladder Removal
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Distinguished in Gallbladder Removal
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Lac-USC Medical Center

    1200 N State St, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kenji Inaba is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Inaba is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Low Blood Pressure, Cholecystitis, Traumatic Brain Injury, Gallbladder Removal, and Splenectomy.

    Distinguished in Gallbladder Removal
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Distinguished in Gallbladder Removal
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Keck Hospital Of USC

    1500 San Pablo St, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kazuhide Matsushima is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Matsushima is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Necrotizing Fasciitis, Gallbladder Removal, and Splenectomy.

    Advanced in Gallbladder Removal
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Gallbladder Removal
    Intensive Care Medicine

    County Of Los Angeles Auditor Controller

    2051 Marengo St, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Demetrios Demetriades is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Demetriades is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Low Blood Pressure, Cholecystitis, Venous Thromboembolism (VTE), Splenectomy, and Colostomy.

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    Elite in Gallbladder Removal
    Thoracic Surgery
    Elite in Gallbladder Removal
    Thoracic Surgery

    Office

    100 Medical Plz E Ste 630, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (11.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Peyman Benharash is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Benharash is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholecystitis, Diverticular Disease, Cardiogenic Shock, Gallbladder Removal, and Heart Bypass Surgery.

    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Los Angeles County USC Medical Center

    1520 San Pablo St Ste 4300, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Damon Clark is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Clark is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. His clinical expertise encompasses Thrombophlebitis, Liver Failure, Gallbladder Disease, Gastrointestinal Perforation, and Gallbladder Removal.

    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    General Surgery

    Lac-USC Medical Center

    1200 N State St, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Peep Talving is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Talving is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Appendicitis, Low Blood Pressure, Cholecystitis, Appendectomy, and Gallbladder Removal.

    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    Intensive Care Medicine

    County Of Los Angeles Auditor Controller

    2051 Marengo St, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Morgan Schellenberg is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Schellenberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Myocardial Contusion, Low Blood Pressure, Venous Thromboembolism (VTE), Colostomy, and Gallbladder Removal.

    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    Intensive Care Medicine

    County Of Los Angeles Auditor Controller

    2051 Marengo St, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lydia Lam is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Lam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Low Blood Pressure, Gastrointestinal Perforation, Cholecystitis, Splenectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    General Surgery

    Los Angeles Medical Center

    4760 W Sunset Blvd, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mark Choi is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Choi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Choi is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center

    4867 W Sunset Blvd, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Evan Decan is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Decan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Removal.

    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    Family Medicine

    Chinatown Service Center Family Health Clinic

    767 N Hill St Ste 200, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jae Choe is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Choe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bile Duct Obstruction, Acute Pancreatitis, Cholestasis, Endoscopy, and Gallbladder Removal.

    Advanced in Gallbladder Removal
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Gallbladder Removal
    Gastroenterology

    USC University Hospital

    1520 San Pablo St Ste 1000, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    James Buxbaum is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Buxbaum is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. He is also highly rated in 43 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Pancreatitis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Endoscopy, and Lithotripsy.

    Surgical Oncology | General Surgery
    Surgical Oncology | General Surgery

    Office

    1510 San Pablo St Ste 412, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Gautam Malhotra is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Malhotra is rated as undefined provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Pyogenic Liver Abscess, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatectomy, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Malhotra is board certified in General Surgery and Complex Surgical Oncology.

    Advanced in Gallbladder Removal
    Surgical Oncology
    Advanced in Gallbladder Removal
    Surgical Oncology

    LAG Surgical Oncology

    1100 N State St, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sabha Ganai is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Ganai is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatectomy, and Gallbladder Removal.

    Advanced in Gallbladder Removal
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Gallbladder Removal
    General Surgery

    Keck Hospital Of USC

    1500 San Pablo St, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kelly Vogt is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Vogt is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Appendicitis, Compartment Syndrome, Venous Thromboembolism (VTE), Gallbladder Removal, and Ileostomy.

    Advanced in Gallbladder Removal
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Gallbladder Removal
    Family Medicine

    Transplant Services-Heart At Los Angeles Medical Center

    4733 W Sunset Blvd, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dennis Kim is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Kim is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Necrotizing Fasciitis, Appendicitis, Gallstones, Gallbladder Removal, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    General Surgery

    Zaree Babakhanian M.D. Inc.

    50 Bellefontaine St Ste 409, 
    Pasadena, CA 
     (7.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Magdi Alexander is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Pasadena, California. Dr. Alexander is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Ogilvie Syndrome, Hernia Surgery, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Alexander is board certified in American Board Or Surgery.

    Advanced in Gallbladder Removal
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Gallbladder Removal
    General Surgery

    Cedars-Sinai General Surgery-Los Angeles

    8635 W 3rd St Ste 795W Ofc West, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tejal Brahmbhatt is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Brahmbhatt is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypovolemic Shock, Cholecystitis, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Gallbladder Removal, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal

    John J. Kowalczyk, Do, Inc.

    1127 Wilshire Blvd, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joel Abbott is a Urologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Abbott is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Kidney Stones, Erectile Dysfunction (ED), Persistent Genital Arousal Disorder, Ureteroscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    General Surgery

    Los Angeles County USC Medical Center

    1520 San Pablo St Ste 4300, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dylan Russell is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Russell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Venous Thromboembolism (VTE), Hiatal Hernia, Gallbladder Removal, and Endoscopy.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    When should I see a Gallbladder Removal doctor near Los Angeles, CA?

    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 Removal doctor near Los Angeles, CA?

    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 Removal doctors near Los Angeles, CA?

    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 Removal doctors near Los Angeles, CA?

    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 Removal doctor near Los Angeles, CA?

    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 Removal doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Gallbladder Removal 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 Removal doctor near Los Angeles, CA?

    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 Removal 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 Removal 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 Removal doctors near Los Angeles, CA?

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

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