The 20 Best Gallbladder Removal Doctors near Walnut Creek, CA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 29 doctor with experience in Gallbladder Removal near Walnut Creek, CA. Of these, 24 are Experienced and 5 are Advanced.

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29 providers found
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Advanced Sleep Diagnostics Inc.

    2637 Shadelands Dr, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Zink is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Zink is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. His top areas of expertise are Delirium, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Gallbladder Removal, and Bladder Reconstruction.

    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal

    John Muir Medical Center Walnut Creek

    1601 Ygnacio Valley Rd, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Babak Edraki is an Oncologist in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Edraki is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. His top areas of expertise are Endometrial Cancer, Ovarian Carcinosarcoma, Endometrial Stromal Sarcoma, Hernia Surgery, and Ureteral Reconstruction.

    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    Internal Medicine

    Beau Visage Aesthetics

    1330 N Broadway Ste 200F, 
    Walnut Creek, CA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kourosh Moazemi is an Internal Medicine provider in Walnut Creek, California. Dr. Moazemi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Venous Thromboembolism (VTE), End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Endoscopy, and Gallbladder Removal.

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    Rita O. Kwan
    Advanced in Gallbladder Removal
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Gallbladder Removal
    General Surgery

    Hawthorne Avenue Care Center

    365 Hawthorne Avenue, Suite 301, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (12.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Rita Kwan is a General Surgeon in Oakland, California. Dr. Kwan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. Her top areas of expertise are Angiosarcoma, Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Gallbladder Removal, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Kwan is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Highland Hospital

    1411 E 31st St, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (11.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    April Mendoza is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Oakland, California. Dr. Mendoza has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. Her top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Fistula, Choledocholithiasis, Necrotizing Fasciitis, Gallbladder Removal, and Small Bowel Resection.

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

    Highland Hospital

    1411 E 31st St, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (11.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Cushman is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Oakland, California. Dr. Cushman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. His top areas of expertise are Delirium, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Gallbladder Disease, Gallbladder Removal, and Colostomy.

    Aaron Jensen
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    General Surgery

    Fetal Treatment Center

    744 52nd St., Third Floor, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (12.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Aaron Jensen is a pediatric and trauma surgeon who focuses on providing emergency care for children. He has training in trauma and surgical critical care, and is active in national efforts to improve outcomes for injured children. He is also interested in conditions in newborns that may require surgery. He has additional training in minimally invasive surgery and can apply these techniques to children of all ages. Jensen understands that surgery can be frightening for children and their parents. He works with a team of providers to help families navigate the experience, and strives to be informative and transparent so they know what to expect throughout the process. Jensen's research focuses on all aspects of injury, ranging from prevention to which techniques improve care provided by medical professionals immediately after injury and over the long term. He develops and evaluates educational programs to help prevent injuries in kids before they occur, covering issues such as safe street-crossing habits, helmet use and car seat use. He also develops and evaluates programs that use realistic patient simulators to train nurses and doctors to provide high-quality care as a team for injured kids in the emergency room. He studies the impact of different methods of providing nutritional support to severely injured kids in the intensive care unit, and he studies the outcomes of specific injuries, with the goal of improving methods of identifying and treating them. After earning his medical degree at Temple University's Lewis Katz School of Medicine, Jensen completed a residency in general surgery at the University of Washington. He completed fellowships in surgical critical care, pediatric minimally invasive surgery and pediatric surgery at Children's Hospital Los Angeles. He has completed additional research training in education at the University of Washington and in clinical and translational science at the University of Southern California. Jensen is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the American Academy of Pediatrics. He belongs to numerous professional organizations, including the Society for Critical Care Medicine, American Pediatric Surgical Association, International Pediatric Endosurgery Group, Pediatric Trauma Society, Association for Surgical Education, Eastern Association for the Surgery of Trauma, American Association for the Surgery of Trauma and Society for Simulation in Healthcare. In his free time, Jensen enjoys spending time with his spouse and kids, and cheering for Bay Area sports teams. Dr. Jensen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. His top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Gallstones, Childhood Pancreatitis, Gallbladder Removal, and Appendectomy.

    Refugio Gonzalez
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    General Surgery

    Hawthorne Avenue Care Center

    365 Hawthorne Avenue, Suite 301, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (12.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Refugio Gonzalez is a General Surgeon in Oakland, California. Dr. Gonzalez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. His top areas of expertise are Neuroendocrine Tumor, Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Cholecystitis, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Gonzalez is currently accepting new patients.

    Terrence Liu
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    General Surgery

    Hawthorne Avenue Care Center

    365 Hawthorne Avenue, Suite 301, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (12.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Terrence Liu is a General Surgeon in Oakland, California. Dr. Liu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Hernia, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gastrostomy, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Liu is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Highland Hospital

    1411 E 31st St, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (11.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Emily Miraflor is a General Surgeon in Oakland, California. Dr. Miraflor is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. Her top areas of expertise are Delirium, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Gallbladder Removal, and Hysterectomy.

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

    Highland Hospital

    1411 E 31st St, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (11.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lara Senekjian is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Oakland, California. Dr. Senekjian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. Her top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gallbladder Removal, and Splenectomy.

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

    Highland Hospital

    1411 E 31st St, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (11.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Miriam Bullard is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Oakland, California. Dr. Bullard is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. Her top areas of expertise are Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Colostomy, and Gallbladder Removal.

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

    Oakland Medical Center

    3600 Broadway, 3rd Floor Station #38, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (12.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Matthew Dixon is a General Surgeon in Oakland, California. Dr. Dixon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. His top areas of expertise are Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Anal Fissure, Choledocholithiasis, Gallstones, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Dixon is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Joseph A Karam MD

    19845 Lake Chabot Rd Ste 200, 
    Castro Valley, CA 
     (13.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Lesher is a General Surgeon in Castro Valley, California. Dr. Lesher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Ogilvie Syndrome, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Gallbladder Removal, and Gastrostomy.

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

    Oakland Medical Center

    3600 Broadway, 3rd Floor Station #38, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (12.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Rouzbeh Mostaedi is a General Surgeon in Oakland, California. Dr. Mostaedi has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. His top areas of expertise are Femoral Hernia, Hernia, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gallbladder Removal, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Mostaedi is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Gallbladder Removal
    Thoracic Surgery | Surgical Oncology | General Surgery
    Advanced in Gallbladder Removal
    Thoracic Surgery | Surgical Oncology | General Surgery

    Oakland Medical Center

    3600 Broadway, 3rd Floor Station #38, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (12.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ching-kuo Chang is a Surgical Oncologist and a General Surgeon in Oakland, California. Dr. Chang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Bile Duct Cysts, Pancreatectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy. Dr. Chang is currently accepting new patients.

    Sunghoon Kim
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    General Surgery

    Ucsf Medical Group Business Services

    3100 San Pablo Ave, 
    Berkeley, CA 
     (12.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Sunghoon Kim is a surgeon who cares for both adults and children. He specializes in repairing chest wall malformations, such as pectus excavatum (in which the breastbone sinks inward) and pectus carinatum (in which the breastbone protrudes outward), as well as in treating slipping rib syndrome (when cartilage on the lower ribs moves abnormally, causing pain). With expertise in surgically treating palmar and plantar hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating on the palms of the hands and soles of the feet), he is one of just a few surgeons in the world to offer T3 endoscopic thoracic ganglionectomy, a minimally invasive procedure to treat hyperhidrosis with minimal to no compensatory sweating. Kim's research focuses on developing devices to treat a range of medical and surgical conditions, including pectus excavatum and carinatum, stomal prolapse (when bowel protrudes through a surgically created opening in the skin) and hydrocephalus (abnormal buildup of cerebrospinal fluid in brain cavities). Kim earned his medical degree at the University of Michigan Medical School and completed a residency in surgery at UCSF. He completed a fellowship in pediatric surgery at St. Louis Children's Hospital, an affiliate of Washington University in St. Louis. He also has a master's degree in molecular biology from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston and a master's degree in chemistry from the University of California, Berkeley. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. His top areas of expertise are Pectus Excavatum, Pectus Carinatum, Appendicitis, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    Thoracic Surgery

    East Bay Cardiovascular & Thoracic Associates

    1320 El Capitan Dr, Ste 120, 
    Danville, CA 
     (10.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Murali Dharan is a Thoracic Surgeon in Danville, California. Dr. Dharan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. His top areas of expertise are Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Pleural Effusion, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Patent Foramen Ovale Repair.

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

    Highland Hospital

    1411 E 31st St, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (11.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Barnard Palmer is a General Surgeon in Oakland, California. Dr. Palmer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. His top areas of expertise are Pectus Excavatum, Hernia, Delirium, Gallbladder Removal, and Gastrostomy.

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

    Office

    3300 Webster St Ste 601, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (12.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Collin Mbanugo is a General Surgeon in Oakland, California. Dr. Mbanugo has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gallbladder Disease, Gallbladder Removal, and Hernia Surgery.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    When should I see a Gallbladder Removal doctor near Walnut Creek, 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 Walnut Creek, 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 Walnut Creek, 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 Walnut Creek, 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 Walnut Creek, 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 Walnut Creek, 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 Walnut Creek, 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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