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    MediFind found 76 doctor with experience in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis near Cleveland, OH. Of these, 60 are Experienced, 13 are Advanced and 3 are Distinguished.

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    76 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, Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), and Liver Transplant. Dr. Zein is currently accepting new patients.

      William Carey
      Distinguished in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Transplant Surgery
      Distinguished in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Transplant Surgery

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

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

      William Carey is a Transplant Surgeon in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Carey is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Ascites, Liver Failure, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy.

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      Christine Koval
      Advanced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Transplant Surgery
      Advanced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Transplant Surgery

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

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

      Christine Koval is a Transplant Surgeon in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Koval has been practicing medicine for over 37 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. Her top areas of expertise are Cytomegalovirus Infection, Cytomegalic Inclusion Disease, Sepsis, and Liver Failure.

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      Christopher Kovacs
      Advanced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Transplant Surgery
      Advanced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Transplant Surgery

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

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

      Christopher Kovacs is a Transplant Surgeon in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Kovacs has been practicing medicine for over 20 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Myelitis, HIV/AIDS, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, and Cytomegalic Inclusion Disease.

      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:
      43+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Jamile Wakim is a Gastroenterologist in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Wakim has been practicing medicine for over 43 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, Cirrhosis, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy.

      Christina Lindenmeyer
      Advanced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Transplant Surgery
      Advanced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Transplant Surgery

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

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

      Christina Lindenmeyer is a Transplant Surgeon in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Lindenmeyer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. Her top areas of expertise are Liver Failure, Cirrhosis, Hepatitis, Liver Transplant, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery.

      Robert O'shea
      Advanced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Transplant Surgery
      Advanced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Transplant Surgery

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

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

      Robert O'shea is a Transplant Surgeon in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. O'shea has been practicing medicine for over 41 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Ascites, Visceromegaly, Endoscopy, and Liver Embolization.

      Sobia Laique
      Advanced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Transplant Surgery
      Advanced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Transplant Surgery

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

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

      Sobia Laique is a Transplant Surgeon in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Laique is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. Her top areas of expertise are Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Liver Failure, Banti's Syndrome, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, 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)
      Experience:
      16+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Sean Downes is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Downes has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), and ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. Dr. Downes is currently accepting new patients.

      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:
      23+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Kyle Brizendine is an Infectious Disease provider in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Brizendine has been practicing medicine for over 23 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:
      25+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Eric Cober is an Infectious Disease provider in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Cober 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 Febrile Neutropenia, Cytomegalovirus Infection, Cytomegalic Inclusion Disease, and Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Lung Disease.

      Paresh Mahajan
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Nuclear Medicine
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Nuclear Medicine

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

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

      Paresh Mahajan is a Nuclear Medicine provider in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Mahajan has been practicing medicine for over 32 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Neuroendocrine Tumor, Gallbladder Disease, Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET), and Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia.

      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:
      24+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Samuel Ruskin is a Radiologist and a Pediatrics provider in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Ruskin 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, Boils, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, and Familial Colorectal Cancer.

      Jessica Lum
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Transplant Surgery
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Transplant Surgery

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

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

      Jessica Lum is a Transplant Surgeon in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Lum has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. Her top areas of expertise are Cytomegalic Inclusion Disease, Cytomegalovirus Infection, Human Monocytic Ehrlichiosis, and Human Granulocytic Ehrlichiosis.

      Aneela Majeed
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Transplant Surgery
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Transplant Surgery

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

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

      Aneela Majeed is a Transplant Surgeon in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Majeed has been practicing medicine for over 28 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. Her top areas of expertise are Nocardiosis, Cytomegalovirus Infection, Cytomegalic Inclusion Disease, and Mediastinitis.

      Sherif Mossad
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Transplant Surgery
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Transplant Surgery

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

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

      Sherif Mossad is a Transplant Surgeon in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Mossad 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 Cytomegalovirus Infection, Cytomegalic Inclusion Disease, Flu, and Sepsis.

      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:
      17+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Andrew Schreiner is a Radiologist in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Schreiner has been practicing medicine for over 17 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 Non-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:
      43+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Brian Herts is a Radiologist in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Herts has been practicing medicine for over 43 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, Ascites, Visceromegaly, and Splenomegaly.

      Srinivasan Dasarathy
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Transplant Surgery
      Experienced in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis
      Transplant Surgery

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

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

      Srinivasan Dasarathy is a Transplant Surgeon in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Dasarathy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis. His top areas of expertise are Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Liver Failure, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      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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