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    MediFind found 55 doctor with experience in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis near Cleveland, OH. Of these, 46 are Experienced, 7 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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    55 providers found
      Nizar N. Zein
      Distinguished in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Gastroenterology

      Cleveland Clinic

      9500 Euclid Ave, 
      Cleveland, OH 
       (3.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Nizar Zein is a Gastroenterologist in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Zein is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Cirrhosis, Autoimmune Hepatitis, Ascites, and Liver Transplant. Dr. Zein is currently accepting new patients.

      Jamile Wakim
      Advanced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Gastroenterology

      Cleveland Clinic

      9500 Euclid Ave, 
      Cleveland, OH 
       (3.8 miles away)
      Experience:
      44+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Jamile Wakim is a Gastroenterologist in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Wakim has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. Her top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Visceromegaly, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy.

      Advanced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Family Medicine

      The Metrohealth System

      2500 Metrohealth Dr, 
      Cleveland, OH 
       (2.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Sean Downes is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Downes is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Lung Adenocarcinoma, EGFR Positive Lung Cancer, and Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma. Dr. Downes is currently accepting new patients.

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      Kyle Brizendine
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Infectious Disease
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Infectious Disease

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

      9500 Euclid Avenue, 
      Cleveland, OH 
       (3.7 miles away)
      Experience:
      24+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Kyle Brizendine is an Infectious Disease provider in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Brizendine has been practicing medicine for over 24 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Pneumonia, Cryptococcosis, Cytomegalovirus Infection, and Cytomegalic Inclusion Disease.

      Eric Cober
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Infectious Disease
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Infectious Disease

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

      9500 Euclid Avenue, 
      Cleveland, OH 
       (3.7 miles away)
      Experience:
      26+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Eric Cober is an Infectious Disease provider in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Cober has been practicing medicine for over 26 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Febrile Neutropenia, Cytomegalovirus Infection, Cytomegalic Inclusion Disease, and Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Lung Disease.

      Samuel Ruskin
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Radiology | Pediatrics
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Radiology | Pediatrics

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

      9500 Euclid Avenue, 
      Cleveland, OH 
       (3.7 miles away)
      Experience:
      25+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Samuel Ruskin is a Radiologist and a Pediatrics provider in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Ruskin has been practicing medicine for over 25 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Lung Nodules.

      Cyndee Miranda
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Infectious Disease
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Infectious Disease

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

      9500 Euclid Avenue, 
      Cleveland, OH 
       (3.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Cyndee Miranda is an Infectious Disease provider in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Miranda is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. Her top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Pneumocystis Jiroveci Pneumonia, Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Lung Disease, and Nocardiosis.

      Andrew Schreiner
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

      9500 Euclid Avenue, 
      Cleveland, OH 
       (3.7 miles away)
      Experience:
      18+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Andrew Schreiner is a Radiologist in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Schreiner has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, and Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer.

      Brian Herts
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Radiology
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Radiology

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

      9500 Euclid Avenue, 
      Cleveland, OH 
       (3.7 miles away)
      Experience:
      44+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Brian Herts is a Radiologist in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Herts has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Gas Bloat Syndrome, Visceromegaly, Ascites, and Splenomegaly.

      Thomas Fraser
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Infectious Disease
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Infectious Disease

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

      9500 Euclid Avenue, 
      Cleveland, OH 
       (3.7 miles away)
      Experience:
      36+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Thomas Fraser is an Infectious Disease provider in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Fraser has been practicing medicine for over 36 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Endocarditis, Infective Endocarditis, Streptococcal Group B Infection, and Mediastinitis.

      Douglas Nachand
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

      9500 Euclid Avenue, 
      Cleveland, OH 
       (3.7 miles away)
      Experience:
      24+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Douglas Nachand is a Radiologist in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Nachand has been practicing medicine for over 24 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Ascites, WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, and Splenic Infarction.

      Avi Beck
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Interventional Radiology
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Interventional Radiology

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

      9500 Euclid Avenue, 
      Cleveland, OH 
       (3.7 miles away)
      Experience:
      29+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Avi Beck is an Interventional Radiologist in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Beck has been practicing medicine for over 29 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Pleurisy, Peritonitis, Liver Embolization, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

      Patricia Bartley
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Infectious Disease
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Infectious Disease

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

      9500 Euclid Avenue, 
      Cleveland, OH 
       (3.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Patricia Bartley is an Infectious Disease provider in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Bartley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. Her top areas of expertise are Endocarditis, Infective Endocarditis, Mediastinitis, and Strep Throat.

      Melina Pectasides
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

      9500 Euclid Avenue, 
      Cleveland, OH 
       (3.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Melina Pectasides is a Radiologist in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Pectasides is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. Her top areas of expertise are Banti's Syndrome, Visceromegaly, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

      Madhusudhan Sanaka
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Gastroenterology

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

      2049 East 100th Street, 
      Cleveland, OH 
       (4.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi
      Offers Telehealth

      Madhusudhan Sanaka is a Gastroenterologist in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Sanaka is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Achalasia, Choledocholithiasis, Barrett Esophagus, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Donald Kirby
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Gastroenterology

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

      2049 East 100th Street, 
      Cleveland, OH 
       (4.0 miles away)
      Experience:
      51+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Donald Kirby is a Gastroenterologist in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Kirby has been practicing medicine for over 51 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Short Bowel Syndrome, Malnutrition, Small Bowel Bacterial Overgrowth, Gastrostomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

      Robert A. Bonomo
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Infectious Disease
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Infectious Disease
      10701 East Blvd, Id Section, Va Hospital, 
      Cleveland, OH 
       (4.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Robert Bonomo is an Infectious Disease provider in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Bonomo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Pseudomonas Stutzeri Infections, Sepsis, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, and Pneumonia.

      Federico Perez
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Infectious Disease
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Infectious Disease
      10701 East Blvd, 
      Cleveland, OH 
       (4.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Federico Perez is an Infectious Disease provider in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Perez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Pseudomonas Stutzeri Infections, Sepsis, Asymptomatic Bacteriuria, and Strep Throat.

      Advanced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Hepatology
      Advanced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Hepatology

      University Hospitals Medical Group Inc

      11100 Euclid Ave, 
      Cleveland, OH 
       (4.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Anthony Post is a Hepatologist in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Post is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Hepatitis C, Hepatitis, Endoscopy, and Liver Transplant.

      Advanced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Hepatology
      Advanced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Hepatology

      University Hospitals Medical Group Inc

      11100 Euclid Ave, 
      Cleveland, OH 
       (4.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Seth Sclair is a Hepatologist in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Sclair is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Hepatorenal Syndrome, 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 Cleveland, OH?

      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 Cleveland, OH?

      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 Cleveland, OH?

      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 Cleveland, OH?

      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 Cleveland, OH?

      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 Cleveland, OH?

      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 Cleveland, OH?

      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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