The 20 Best Peritonitis Doctors Near Me in Potomac, MD

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 151 doctor with experience in Peritonitis near Potomac, MD. Of these, 139 are Experienced and 12 are Advanced.

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    Alexandra R. Tsesis
    Experienced in Peritonitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Peritonitis
    General Surgery

    Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center — Bethesda

    Bethesda, MD 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Hebrew, Russian

    Dr. Alexandra Roginsky is a fellowship-trained surgeon with expertise in robotic, minimally invasive and trauma surgery. Dr. Roginsky has two decades of broad surgical experience and is dedicated to finding the most effective, least invasive, way to treat patients. She completed her fellowship training at the University of Illinois at Chicago, her residency at the Medical College of Wisconsin and medical school at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. She has been listed as a top surgeon by the Consumer’s Research Council of America and is widely published in multiple fields, including minimally invasive surgery and cancer biology. Videos Alexandra B. Roginsky, M.D.Acute Care and Trauma Surgeon Selected Publications Alexandra B. Roginsky, Alexander Tsesis, Hate speech, volition, and neurology, Journal of Law and the Biosciences, Volume 3, Issue 1, April 2016, Pages 174–177, https://doi.org/10.1093/jlb/lsv058 Roginsky, Alexandra. For Our Patients: On Becoming the Surgeon Advocate, Leader, and Learner. (2019). American College of Surgeons. https://www.facs.org/member-services/yfa/advocacy-essays/2019/aroginsky Roginsky, Alexandra. Young Fellows Advocacy and Action. American College of Surgeons. (2018). https://www.facs.org/member-services/yfa/advocacy-essays/2018/roginsky. Dr. Tsesis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peritonitis. Her top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Hernia, Ogilvie Syndrome, Colostomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

    Experienced in Peritonitis
    Experienced in Peritonitis

    Washington Nephrology Associates LLP

    1201 Seven Locks Rd Ste 200, 
    Potomac, MD 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Mcfadden is a Radiologist in Potomac, Maryland. Dr. Mcfadden is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Tenosynovitis, Nasal Flaring, Pleurisy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Peritonitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Peritonitis
    Family Medicine

    Maryland Medical Group Inc.

    10110 Molecular Drive, Suite 114, 
    Rockville, MD 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic

    "Dr. Sayed Elsayyad joined Montgomery Medical Associates in 2005. Dr. Elsayyad attended medical school and completed his residency in Internal Medicine in Cairo, Egypt and moved to the United States where he earned his degree in Family Practice from the Louisiana State University. Since joining Montgomery Medical Associates, Dr. Elsayyad has contributed significantly to the expansion of the practice in Geriatric Medicine. Dr. Elsayyad is the Chief Medical Officer and a Partner at Montgomery Medical Associates. He is also the Chair of Family Practice at Shady Grove Adventist Hospital in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Elsayyad office offers personalized service, delivering medical care consistent with the standards of the medical community and expected by patients. Selected Publications Mehan R., Dangas G., Hong M., Deible R., Faraj H., Elsayyad S., Negotia M., Okubagzi P., Astatkie M., Pichard A., Stone G., Leon M., : Femoral vascular access complications following Arteriotomy Closure Devices : A Comparison with manual compression after percutaneous coronary intervention. JACC Vol 35-33A-1085-82. Mehran R., Gruberg L., Nigoita M., Faraj H., Elsayyad S., Curry B., Hong M., Kent K., Repeat stenting for treatment of in-stent restenosis: selective therapy vs. complete lesion coverage. AHA-circulation Vol 100, No 18, 1-307:1607. Mintz G., Hong MK., Jackson M., Folescu M., Kipp, N. Elsayyad S., Merrit A., Laird J., Kent K. The number of stents does not increase target lesion revascularization during intravascular ultrasound guided stent implantation procedures. AHA-circulation Vol 100, No 18, 1-788:4163. Waksman R., Elsayyad S., Mehran R., Lawrence White R., Chan R., Rosales O., Bhargava B., Deible R., Purser A., Okubagzi P., Lansky A.,: High Dose Intracoronary Gamma Radiation for patients with diffuse In-Stent Restenosis. Waksman R., Bhargava B., Taaffe M., Lawrence White R., Satler L., Mehran R., Kent K., Pichard A., Elsayyad S., Okubagzi P., Lansky A., Nigoita M.,: Prolonged Antiplatelet Therapy to reduce Late Thrombosis after Intracoronary Gamma Radiation in patient with in-Stent Restenosis ""Plavix WRIST"". AHA-circulation Vol 102, No 18, 11-570:2762. Lectures & Presentations Gender specific differences after Saphenous Vein Graft Stenting, Gender specific differences in actue and long-term outcome, International Cardiology Conference, Cairo, Egypt, 2/23/01 High Dose Intracoronary Gamma Radiation for patients with diffuse In-Stent Restenosis, Stent Restenosis, International Cardiology Conference, Cairo, Egypt, 2/23/01". Dr. Elsayyad is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Dementia, Gastrostomy, and Hip Replacement.

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    Experienced in Peritonitis
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Peritonitis
    Colorectal Surgery

    Tehan Nardi & Stanton Urology Center Chartered

    10215 Fernwood Rd Ste 630, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vincent Obias is a Colorectal Surgeon in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Obias is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Diverticular Disease, Anal Cancer, Endoscopy, and Small Bowel Resection.

    Experienced in Peritonitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Peritonitis
    General Surgery

    Jeffrey Muench MD

    11119 Rockville Pike, Suite 409, Suite 409, 
    Rockville, MD 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Muench is a General Surgeon in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Muench is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gastrointestinal Perforation, Peritonitis, Gallbladder Removal, and Hernia Surgery.

    Experienced in Peritonitis
    Radiology
    Experienced in Peritonitis
    Radiology

    Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center

    9901 Medical Center Dr, 
    Rockville, MD 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Cho is a Radiologist in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Cho is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Deep Vein Thrombosis, Lung Cancer, Gastrostomy, and Liver Embolization.

    Experienced in Peritonitis
    Radiology
    Experienced in Peritonitis
    Radiology

    Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center

    9901 Medical Center Dr, 
    Rockville, MD 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alex Wurm is a Radiologist in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Wurm is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Lung Cancer, Pleurisy, and Pleural Effusion.

    Advanced in Peritonitis
    Interventional Radiology
    Advanced in Peritonitis
    Interventional Radiology

    Washington Nephrology Associates LLP

    1201 Seven Locks Rd Ste 200, 
    Potomac, MD 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Arshad Khan is an Interventional Radiologist in Potomac, Maryland. Dr. Khan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Peritonitis, Secondary Peritonitis, and Gastrostomy.

    Nikhil Bhagat
    Experienced in Peritonitis
    Experienced in Peritonitis

    Suburban Hospital

    8600 Old Georgetown Road, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Bhagat is an interventional radiologist serving as the director of Vascular and Interventional Radiology of the National Capital Region. His primary areas of clinical expertise are interventional oncology (chemoembolization, radioembolization, and ablation), women's interventions, and vascular interventions (venous and arterial). Dr. Bhagat sees patients at both Suburban Hospital and Sibley Memorial Hospital. His research interests include interventional oncology, especially device development and software assistance for complex procedures. Dr. Bhagat successfully completed his Vascular and Interventional Radiology fellowship at the University of California, San Francisco in 2009. He joined the staff as an Assistant Professor of Radiology and Surgery at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. While there, he authored more than 5 book chapters and 20 peer-reviewed manuscripts as well as giving many lectures at national and international meetings. In his second year at Johns Hopkins, he received a NIH R01 grant. Videos Nikhil Bhagat, M.D. Dr. Bhagat is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Liver Embolization, and Gastrostomy.

    Brian G. Johnson
    Experienced in Peritonitis
    Interventional Radiology
    Experienced in Peritonitis
    Interventional Radiology

    Suburban Hospital

    8600 Old Georgetown Road, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Brian G. Johnson is the chief of interventional radiology at Sibley Memorial Hospital. Dr. Johnson practices out of Sibley Memorial Hospital in Washington, D.C., Suburban Hospital in Bethesda, MD and the Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, MD. Dr. Johnson graduated summa cum laude from University of Minnesota prior to earning his medical degree from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He completed a residency in physical medicine and rehabilitation at Sinai Hospital of Baltimore, as well as a residency in diagnostic radiology at the University of Maryland Medical Center. Dr. Johnson also completed an interventional radiology fellowship at Johns Hopkins University. Dr. Johnson has been repeatedly named a Top Doctor by Washingtonian Magazine, as well as a Top MD by Consumers' Checkbook Magazine. He is a member of the American College of Radiology and the Society of Interventional Radiology. Videos Brian Johnson, M.D.Interventional Radiology Selected Publications Neuromodulatory effect of the atrial natriuretic factor clearance receptor binding peptide, cANF(4-23)-NH2 in the rabbit isolated vas deferentia, Johnson BG, Trachte GJ, Drewett JG, J Pharm & Exp Ther - 1/1/1991 Percutaneous Management of Renal and Renal-Pancreas Transplant Recipients Using CT Fluoroscopy: A Two Year Experience. Krebs TL, Johnson BG, Daly BD, Wong-You-Chong JJ, Bartlett ST, Radiological Society of North America Meeting, Chicago, IL - 1/29/1998 The hexagonal cell nitinol intravascular stent: a comparison of the effects of varying the stent wire gauge on the aorta and inferior vena cava in the swine animal model. Kuo J, Johnson BG, Venbrux AC, Olson JL, Samphilipo MA, Magee CA, Kobelja MA, Anderson JH, Osterman FA, American Roentgen Ray Society Annual Meeting, New Orleans, LA - 1/24/1994 The role of anticoagulation in the setting of a tethered vena cava filter in the swine animal model. Johnson BG, Reichle RL, Venbrux AC, Samphilipo MA, Magee CA, Anderson JH, Osterman FA, Society for Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiology Annual Meeting, Fort Lauderdale, FL - 1/1/1995. Dr. Johnson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Bile Duct Obstruction, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty.

    Abhishek Srinivas
    Experienced in Peritonitis
    Interventional Radiology
    Experienced in Peritonitis
    Interventional Radiology

    Suburban Hospital

    Bethesda, MD 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Abhishek Srinivas received his medical degree from the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine in 2006. He completed his diagnostic radiology residency at the Montefiore Medical Center of the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York in 2011. This was followed by a fellowship in Vascular and Interventional Radiology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in 2012. Prior to joining Johns Hopkins as faculty, Dr. Srinivas established an interventional oncology practice serving much of central New Jersey, and a local hub for patients affiliated with Hahnemann University Hospital’s liver transplant program in Philadelphia. During this time, Dr. Srinivas was also part of the neuroradiology team for the hospital’s stroke center. His primary areas of expertise include interventional oncology (liver, kidney and bone cancers), vascular disease (deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, aneurysm treatment), uterine fibroid embolization, spine interventions, and advanced biliary interventions. Other interests include novel device evaluation and development. Videos Abhishek Srinivas, M.D. Selected Publications Chang SW, Srinivas A, Murphy KP. Chapter 5: Endovascular Management of a Patient After SAH. Bhardwaj A, Alkayed NJ, Kirsch JR, et al. Acute Stroke: Bench to Bedside. Chapter 5, 53 – 61. New York: Marcel Dekker. Copyright 2007, informa Healthcare USA inc. Farinhas, J, Srinivas A, Gulko E, Bello J. Chapter 4: Imaging of the Spine and Spinal Cord. Kirshblum S, Campagnolo D, DeLisa JA, Spinal Cord Medicine 2nd Edition. Lippincott, Williams, & Wilkins (Copyright 2011) Gailloud P, Srinivas A, Chang SW, Murphy KP. Morgan RH. Percutaneous Vertebroplasty in a Sitting Patient. Journal of Vascular and Interventional Radiology. 2005 Nov; 16(11):1558-9 Mahadevia AA, Weiland D, Kvamme P, Murphy KP, Srinivas A, Wyse G. Polymethylmethacrylate contact dermatitis after vertebroplasty. Journal of Vascular and Interventional Radiology 2007 Apr;18(4):585 Srinivas A, Chang SW, Gailloud P. Chapter 33: Diagnosis and Treatment of Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformations. Bhardwaj A, Alkayed NJ, Kirsch JR, et al. Acute Stroke: Bench to Bedside. Chapter 33, 397 – 404. New York: Marcel Dekker. Copyright 2007, informa Healthcare USA inc. Dr. Srinivas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Bile Duct Obstruction, Ascites, Jaundice, Liver Embolization, and Bone Graft.

    Andrew S. Akman
    Experienced in Peritonitis
    Interventional Radiology
    Experienced in Peritonitis
    Interventional Radiology

    Sibley Memorial Hospital

    5255 Loughboro Road Northwest, Ground FL, Ground FL, 
    Washington, DC 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrew Akman, MD, MBA a native of Washington, DC, currently practices at Suburban Hospital, Sibley Hospital, and Johns Hopkins Hospital. Dr. Akman performs a variety of minimally invasive procedures. He has specific interest in complex IVC filter removals, interventional oncology, pulmonary embolism, and prostate artery embolization. Dr. Akman is an expert in complex IVC filter retrieval and IVC filter related complications. In addition to standard IVC filter retrievals, he removes devices that are severely tilted, embedded, or fractured, as well as those designated as permanent devices. He serves as an adviser to other physicians on complex techniques including laser sheath and forceps assisted retrieval. Within interventional oncology, Dr. Akman performs thermal ablation of lung, liver, and kidney tumors. He performs chemoembolization and radioembolization (Yttrium-90) on primary liver cancer and metastatic liver disease. Dr. Akman also performs prostate artery embolization, an emerging minimally invasive technique for treating urinary symptoms associated with prostate enlargement. Dr. Akman prides himself on building strong relationships with his patients and practicing patient-centered medicine. Videos Andrew Akman, M.D., Interventional Radiologist Recent News Articles and Media Coverage Honoring a Life By Helping Others, Johns Hopkins Medicine, (July 20, 2022). Dr. Akman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Ureterocele, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Gastrostomy, and Liver Embolization.

    Douglas A. Jones
    Experienced in Peritonitis
    Experienced in Peritonitis

    Sibley Memorial Hospital

    5255 Loughboro Road Northwest, 
    Washington, DC 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Jones is a radiologist and currently serves as the Chief of Ultrasound at Sibley Memorial Hospital. He received his B.S. from Stanford University and Medical degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He completed a diagnostic residency at the National Naval Medical Center, followed by a Cross-sectional Imaging fellowship at Georgetown University Hospital. Prior to joining Johns Hopkins, Dr. Jones was a staff radiologist at Suburban and Sibley Memorial Hospitals from 2004-2016. He serves as vice chairman of the Sibley Memorial Hospital Department of Radiology. Dr. Jones has subspecialty expertise in abdominal CT, MRI, ultrasound and image-guided biopsies. Dr. Jones is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Collapsed Lung, Fecal Impaction, Pleurisy, and Pleural Effusion.

    Stewart B. Karr
    Experienced in Peritonitis
    Interventional Radiology | Radiology
    Experienced in Peritonitis
    Interventional Radiology | Radiology

    Diagnostic Medical Imaging

    Silver Spring, MD 
     (9.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Stewart Karr is a diagnostic radiology specialist with a concentration in interventional radiology. He received his medical degree from New York University School of Medicine in 1986 and completed his residency and a fellowship in interventional radiology at George Washington University Hospital. He has been a member of the Diagnostic Medical Imaging practice, which provides diagnostic and interventional radiology services at Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Karr is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy, Ascites, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.

    Experienced in Peritonitis
    Interventional Radiology
    Experienced in Peritonitis
    Interventional Radiology

    Columbus Radiology Corp

    9704 Sorrel Ave, 
    Potomac, MD 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Akemi Miller is an Interventional Radiologist in Potomac, Maryland. Dr. Miller has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peritonitis. Her top areas of expertise are Ascites, Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Liver Embolization.

    Experienced in Peritonitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Peritonitis
    General Surgery

    Washington Nephrology Associates LLP

    1201 Seven Locks Rd Ste 200, 
    Potomac, MD 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Steves is a General Surgeon in Potomac, Maryland. Dr. Steves is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Pseudomyxoma Peritonei, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatectomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Peritonitis
    Interventional Radiology
    Experienced in Peritonitis
    Interventional Radiology

    Washington Nephrology Associates LLP

    1201 Seven Locks Rd Ste 200, 
    Potomac, MD 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Keith Horton is an Interventional Radiologist in Potomac, Maryland. Dr. Horton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Secondary Peritonitis, Peritonitis, Deep Vein Thrombosis, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Peritonitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Peritonitis
    Internal Medicine

    The Village At Rockville

    9701 Veirs Dr, 
    Rockville, MD 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sandeep Sharma is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Sharma is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Dementia, Muscle Atrophy, Endoscopy, and Gastric Bypass.

    Experienced in Peritonitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Peritonitis
    Gastroenterology

    Capital Digestive Care LLC

    15001 Shady Grove Rd Ste 300, 
    Rockville, MD 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Paola Esparragoza is a primary care provider, practicing in Gastroenterologist in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Esparragoza has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peritonitis. Her top areas of expertise are Gas Bloat Syndrome, Diverticular Disease, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), and Indigestion.

    Experienced in Peritonitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Peritonitis
    General Surgery

    Elitecare Surgical Specialists LLC

    3200 Tower Oaks Blvd Ste 140, 
    Rockville, MD 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hamid Zahiri is a General Surgeon in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Zahiri is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Hernia Surgery, and Endoscopy.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Peritonitis?

    Peritonitis is an inflammation (irritation) of the peritoneum. This is the thin tissue that lines the inner wall of the abdomen and covers most of the abdominal organs.

    When should I see a Peritonitis doctor near Potomac, 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 Peritonitis doctor near Potomac, 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 Peritonitis doctors near Potomac, 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 Peritonitis doctors near Potomac, 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 Peritonitis doctor near Potomac, 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 Peritonitis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different 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 Peritonitis doctor near Potomac, 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 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 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 Peritonitis doctors near Potomac, MD?

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

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