The 20 Best Gallbladder Removal Doctors near Charleston, SC

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 17 doctor with experience in Gallbladder Removal near Charleston, SC. Of these, 11 are Experienced, 3 are Advanced and 3 are Distinguished.

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17 providers found
    Distinguished in Gallbladder Removal
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Gallbladder Removal
    Gastroenterology

    MUSC Health Benign Hematology At Ashley River Tower

    25 Courtenay Dr Fl 2, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gregory Cote is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Cote is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hereditary Pancreatitis, Chronic Pancreatitis, Pancreas Divisum, Endoscopy, and Gallbladder Removal.

    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    General Surgery | Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    General Surgery | Intensive Care Medicine

    MUSC Health General Surgery At Rutledge Tower

    135 Rutledge Ave, 7th Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    "Brittany Bankhead, M.D., recently joined the Department of Surgery as an associate professor. Dr. Bankhead is a double-board certified trauma and general surgeon and a surgical intensivist. Before joining MUSC, she was an assistant professor of surgery at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC). This fall, she was awarded the President's Innovation Award at TTUHSC and the prestigious ""40 under 40"" award by the Association of Women Surgeons.During her time as the Stop the Bleed State Champion of Texas for the Committee on Trauma, she saw a need for improved hemorrhage control training. She built a multidisciplinary regional team that was accepted into the National Science Foundation's Innovation Corps (NSF I-Corps), an immersive, entrepreneurial training program. During this prestigious program, Dr. Bankhead's team shifted their focus for commercialization from solely local injury prevention to also include improved military biofeedback hemorrhage control training. Dr. Bankhead's team received regional and national funding, including a $50,000 grant for the NSF iCorps award.She most recently was selected, among a large national cohort, to present her medical technology in Washington, DC, at a multidisciplinary innovation conference with large military and federal influence. This has given her the ability to continue to work towards her future goals of large-scale NIH federal innovation funding and commercialization with a military focus. Dr. Bankhead is looking forward to multidisciplinary collaboration and helping grow the network of research and commercialization opportunities at MUSC.During the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic, Dr. Bankhead was part of the inaugural international group ""CovidSurg"" through the National Institute for Health Research Unit on Global Surgery in the United Kingdom. Her experiences and insights from the frontline were shared in multiple national outlets, including The Guardian, The Wall Street Journal, and the New Yorker.Dr. Bankhead is passionate about ensuring healthcare workers feel an open door to discussing hardships \& trials concomitantly with their pursuit of excellent patient care. She served as a panelist at the inaugural ""Surgeons as Second Victims"" lecture at the American College of Surgeons annual meeting and helped create the roundtable ""Finding Comfort in Discomfort... Reflecting on Stories Told"" at the 2022 American Association for Academic Surgery presidential session. She is equally passionate about ensuring females feel an open door to starting and maintaining a productive career in surgery.Dr. Bankhead's leadership extends beyond her clinical practice. She currently is currently the vice chair of the Associate Membership Committee of the American Association for the Surgery of Trauma; she assumes the role of chair in September. She also serves on the Editorial Board for Trauma and Acute Care Surgery Open and Impact Surgery.". Dr. Bankhead is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ogilvie Syndrome, Peptic Ulcer, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Splenectomy, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Bankhead is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Gallbladder Removal
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Gallbladder Removal
    Gastroenterology

    The Medical University Of South Carolina Foundation

    25 Courtenay Dr, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Peter Cotton is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Cotton is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Biliary Dyskinesia, Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction, Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Removal, and Endoscopy.

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    Distinguished in Gallbladder Removal
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Gallbladder Removal
    Gastroenterology

    The Medical University Of South Carolina Foundation

    25 Courtenay Dr, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Badih Elmunzer is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Elmunzer is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. He is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hereditary Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Choledocholithiasis, Endoscopy, and Gallbladder Removal.

    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    Radiology
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    Radiology

    Office

    169 Ashley Ave Rm 202MUH, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tony Rizk is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Rizk is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Gallbladder Disease, and Gallbladder Removal.

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

    Office

    96 Jonathan Lucas St # 426B, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Maher Matar is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Matar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. His clinical expertise encompasses Low Blood Pressure, Gallbladder Removal, and Appendectomy.

    Advanced in Gallbladder Removal
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Gallbladder Removal
    Gastroenterology

    MUSC Health Infusion Services At Hollings Cancer Center

    86 Jonathan Lucas St Fl 2, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    William Lancaster is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Lancaster is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroparesis, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatectomy, and Gallbladder Removal.

    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal

    University Medical Associates Of The Medical University Of South Carol

    171 Ashley Ave, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    22+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Portuguese
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Ricardo Yamada graduated in medicine from Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in 2004 and completed his residency in diagnostic radiology in 2009 in the same institution. He moved to the United States in 2011, where he had three years of extensive training in interventional radiology, including three fellowships: vascular and interventional radiology, body imaging and interventional radiology, and pediatric interventional radiology. He is interested in areas such as peripheral arterial disease, vascular anomalies, and oncology, including pediatric interventions. Dr. Yamada is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Liver Embolization, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    Surgical Oncology
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    Surgical Oncology

    MUSC Health Surgical Oncology At Hollings Cancer Center

    86 Jonathan Lucas Street, Hollings Cancer Center, 3rd Floor, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Lockett is a Professor of Surgery in the Department of Surgery where he works in the Surgical Oncology Division. He serves as the MUSC Health's Chief Quality Officer for Charleston, where he leads MUSC Health - Charleston in continued efforts to provide the safest and highest quality care for patients by building a culture and systems that foster excellence.His academic interest lies in improving the quality, safety, and value of surgical care and addressing the surgical aspects of the opioid crisis. He is the principal investigator and surgeon lead for the South Carolina Surgical Quality Collaborative where he guides Continuous Quality Improvement work in eighteen hospitals across the state. He serves a similar role in the VA as the chief surgical consultant for Veterans Integrated Service Network 7 (Alabama, Georgia, and South Carolina) where he provides guidance to seven surgical programs in the region. He works with the Institute for Healthcare Improvement on surgical projects and served as a member of the VA's General Surgery Advisory Board.His primary areas of surgical expertise include the management of breast cancer and breast diseases. He has multiple peer-reviewed publications in both surgical oncology and general surgery. Dr. Lockett has a strong interest in surgical quality, safety, and value; surgical education, continuous quality improvement; system design, and pain management. He served as the surgical residency program director at East Tennessee State University before joining MUSC and the VA. He is the recipient of multiple teaching awards and has been an invited speaker at regional and national meetings.He is a member of MUSC's Surgical Leadership Council, Quality Committee, and Clinical Council. Within the VA, Dr. Lockett chairs or participates in multiple local, regional, and national committees including: the Academic Partnership Council, Quality Executive Committee, Patient Care Improvement Conference, Clinical Executive Board; National, VISN, and local surgical work groups; VISN Healthcare Delivery Council, Peer Review Committee, Invasive Procedures Committee, and the Strategic Analytics for Improvement and Learning national work group. Dr. Lockett is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, Lymphadenectomy, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Lockett is currently accepting new patients.

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

    MUSC Health East Cooper Medical Pavilion

    1600 Midtown Ave, 
    Mount Pleasant, SC 
     (5.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephen Fann is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. Dr. Fann is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Gallbladder Removal, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Fann is board certified in Surgery (General Surgery).

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

    Office

    169 Ashley Ave Rm 202MUH, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sebastian Larion is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Larion is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Small Bowel Bacterial Overgrowth, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Renal Glycosuria, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    Psychiatry
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    Psychiatry

    Medical University Of South Carolina

    67 President St, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Olga Brawman is a Psychiatrist practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Brawman 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 Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction, Biliary Dyskinesia, Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, and Gallbladder Removal.

    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    Gastroenterology

    Ralph H Johnson VA Medical Center

    109 Bee St, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Joseph Romagnuolo is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Romagnuolo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction, Biliary Dyskinesia, Chronic Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Stent Placement.

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

    Roper St. Francis Physicians Network

    510 Albemarle Rd, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Benjamin Ford is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Ford is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Ogilvie Syndrome, Hernia Surgery, and Gallbladder Removal.

    Advanced in Gallbladder Removal
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Gallbladder Removal
    Gastroenterology

    Palmetto Digestive Disease PA

    2073 Charlie Hall Blvd, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Alejandro Suarez is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Suarez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. He is also highly rated in 69 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Choledocholithiasis, Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Endoscopy, and Gallbladder Removal.

    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Gallbladder Removal
    Gastroenterology

    Palmetto Digestive Disease PA

    2073 Charlie Hall Blvd, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Derek Feussner is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Feussner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. He is also highly rated in 52 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Diarrhea, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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

    Roper St. Francis Physician Partners

    2085 Henry Tecklenburg Dr Ste 310, 
    Charleston, SC 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Catherine Morrison is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Morrison is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Gallbladder Removal. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gallbladder Disease, Cholecystitis, Ileostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    When should I see a Gallbladder Removal doctor near Charleston, SC?

    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 Charleston, SC?

    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 Charleston, SC?

    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 Charleston, SC?

    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 Charleston, SC?

    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 Charleston, SC?

    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 Charleston, SC?

    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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