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    MediFind found 26 doctor with experience in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis near Baltimore, MD. Of these, 23 are Experienced, 2 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    26 providers found
      Gregory D. Kirk
      Advanced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Infectious Disease
      Advanced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Infectious Disease

      The Johns Hopkins Hospital

      1800 Orleans Street, 
      Baltimore, MD 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Gregory Kirk is a professor of medicine at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He holds joint appointments in oncology and, at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, in epidemiology. His areas of clinical expertise include epidemiology, hepatitis, HIV, AIDS and infectious diseases. He serves as the vice chair for clinical and translational research at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. Dr. Kirk received his undergraduate degree from Oklahoma State University. He earned a Ph.D. and M.P.H. from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. He earned his M.D. from the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center College of Medicine. He completed a residency in preventative medicine at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and in internal medicine at Georgetown University. He performed a fellowship in infectious diseases at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases. His research focuses on understanding and preventing the long-term consequences of chronic HIV infection, particularly the malignant complications of HIV and viral hepatitis. He has extensive research and clinical experience in Africa, leading the Gambia Liver Cancer Study, one of the largest studies of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) performed in the continent, in addition to years of collaborative research in Uganda. Dr. Kirk pioneered the use of elastography and application of novel aflatoxin-associated biomarkers of HCC risk to be applied in Consortium projects. He has strong, multidisciplinary team leadership skills as principal investigator of the ALIVE cohort and several other collaborative studies in Baltimore. Dr. Kirk is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis C, Hepatitis, and Hepatitis B.

      Advanced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Advanced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis

      University Of Maryland Physicians PA

      22 S Green St, 
      Baltimore, MD 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Nathalie Urrunaga is a Hepatologist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Urrunaga is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. Her top areas of expertise are Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Cirrhosis, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy.

      Distinguished in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Gastroenterology

      St Paul Place Specialists, Inc.

      1734 York Rd, 
      Lutherville, MD 
       (9.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Paul Thuluvath is a Gastroenterologist in Lutherville, Maryland. Dr. Thuluvath is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Liver Failure, Hepatitis, Hepatitis C, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy.

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      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Internal Medicine

      St Paul Place Specialists, Inc.

      301 Saint Paul St, 
      Baltimore, MD 
       (0.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Manish Shah is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Acute Kidney Failure, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Colorectal Cancer, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Interventional Radiology | Radiology
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Interventional Radiology | Radiology

      St Paul Place Specialists, Inc.

      301 Saint Paul St, 
      Baltimore, MD 
       (0.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Nabeel Akhter is an Interventional Radiologist and a Radiologist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Akhter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Visceromegaly, Colorectal Cancer, Gastrostomy, and Liver Embolization.

      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Hepatology
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Hepatology

      University Of Maryland Physicians PA

      22 S Green St, 
      Baltimore, MD 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Kirti Shetty is a Hepatologist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Shetty is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. Her top areas of expertise are Ascites, Hepatitis, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Liver Transplant, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery.

      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis

      University Of Maryland Physicians PA

      22 S Green St, 
      Baltimore, MD 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Sasan Sakiani is a Hepatologist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Sakiani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Visceromegaly, Hepatitis C, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis

      University Of Maryland Physicians PA

      22 S Green St, 
      Baltimore, MD 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Zurabi Lominadze is a Hepatologist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Lominadze is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Liver Failure, Ascites, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Banti's Syndrome, and Liver Transplant.

      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Gastroenterology
      600 N Wolfe St, 
      Baltimore, MD 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Sumita Verma is a Gastroenterologist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Verma is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. Her top area of expertise is Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis.

      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Internal Medicine

      St Agnes Healthcare Inc

      900 Caton Ave, 
      Baltimore, MD 
       (3.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Nepali
      Accepting New Patients

      Hom Pant is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Pant is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Rhabdomyolysis, High Potassium Level, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Pant is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis

      Advanced Radiology P A

      6701 N Charles St, Greater Baltimore Med Ctr, 
      Towson, MD 
       (7.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Charles Yim is a Radiologist in Towson, Maryland. Dr. Yim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, Pleurisy, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Gastrostomy.

      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Infectious Disease
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Infectious Disease
      9000 Franklin Square Dr Dept Of, 
      Baltimore, MD 
       (7.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Michelle Bahrain is an Infectious Disease provider in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Bahrain is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Osteomyelitis, Infectious Arthritis, and Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. Dr. Bahrain is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Internal Medicine

      Maryland Family Care Inc

      7602 Belair Rd, 
      Baltimore, MD 
       (7.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Emily Marcus is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Marcus is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. Her top areas of expertise are Renovascular Hypertension, Barrett Esophagus, Visceromegaly, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis

      St Paul Place Specialists, Inc.

      7602 Belair Rd, 
      Baltimore, MD 
       (7.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Anurag Maheshwari is a Hepatologist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Maheshwari is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Autoimmune Hepatitis, Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Internal Medicine

      Maryland Family Care Inc

      7602 Belair Rd, 
      Baltimore, MD 
       (7.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Michael Sambat is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Sambat is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Renovascular Hypertension, Visceromegaly, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Gastroenterology

      Medstar Medical Group Ii LLC

      9000 Franklin Square Dr, 
      Baltimore, MD 
       (8.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Jose Parungao is a Gastroenterologist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Parungao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Lymphocytic Colitis, Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Internal Medicine

      Medstar Medical Group Ii LLC

      9000 Franklin Square Dr, 
      Baltimore, MD 
       (8.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Sanum Gandapur is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Gandapur is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Peptic Ulcer, Pneumonia, and Hypertensive Heart Disease.

      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Internal Medicine

      Synergy Medical Group LLC

      1205 York Rd, Suite 11, 
      Lutherville, MD 
       (8.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Shahabuddin Soherwardi is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lutherville, Maryland. Dr. Soherwardi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Acute Kidney Failure, Peptic Ulcer, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Soherwardi is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis

      Medstar Medical Group Ii LLC

      1406 Crain S Hwy 106, 
      Glen Burnie, MD 
       (9.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Filipa Ligeiro is a Hepatologist in Glen Burnie, Maryland. Dr. Ligeiro is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. Her top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Ascites, Liver Failure, and Visceromegaly.

      Victor Chen
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Gastroenterology | Addiction Medicine | Hepatology
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Gastroenterology | Addiction Medicine | Hepatology

      Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville

      2360 West Joppa Road, Joppa Concourse STE 205, Joppa Concourse STE 205, 
      Lutherville, MD 
       (10.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Dr. Po-Hung (Victor) Chen is a transplant hepatology and addiction medicine physician. He is jointly appointed by the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology and the Division of Addiction Medicine. Dr. Chen's clinical focus is to care for patients with general or transplant-related liver conditions, including alcohol-associated liver disease (ALD), metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), viral hepatitis, autoimmune liver diseases, hemochromatosis, and other diagnoses. He directed the creation of a Johns Hopkins Medicine informational webpage on ALD. He is also a frequent consultant for other Johns Hopkins clinicians regarding inquiries about ALD, including biomarker interpretation, acute hepatitis management, and addiction treatment delivery. Dr. Chen is a member of multiple professional medical and public health organizations (see below). He is a Fellow of the American College of Gastroenterology and a Fellow of the American Society of Addiction Medicine. Dr. Chen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Hepatitis C, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy.

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      Last Updated: 01/09/2026

      What is the definition of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis?

      The peritoneum is the thin tissue that lines the inner wall of the abdomen and covers most of the organs in the abdomen. Peritonitis is present when this tissue becomes inflamed or infected.

      Spontaneous bacterial peritonitis (SBP) is present when this tissue becomes infected and there is no clear cause.

      When should I see a Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis doctor near Baltimore, MD?

      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 Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis doctor near Baltimore, MD?

      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 Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis doctors near Baltimore, MD?

      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 Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis doctors near Baltimore, MD?

      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 Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis doctor near Baltimore, MD?

      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 Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis 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 Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis doctor near Baltimore, MD?

      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 Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis 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 Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis 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 Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis doctors near Baltimore, MD?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis 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 Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis 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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