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    MediFind found 15 doctor with experience in Acute Pancreatitis near Waterloo, IA. Of these, 14 are Experienced and 1 are Advanced.

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    15 providers found
      Jeffrey Sugandi
      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      General Surgery

      MercyOne Waterloo Breast Center

      3421 West 9th Street, 0, 
      Waterloo, IA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jeffrey Sugandi is a General Surgeon in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Sugandi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Intraductal Papilloma, Giant Mammary Hamartoma, Breast Cancer, and Fibroadenoma.

      Lydia Mustafic
      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Family Medicine

      MercyOne Waterloo Family Medicine

      2710 St. Francis Drive, Suite 210, 
      Waterloo, IA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Experience:
      16+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Lydia Mustafic is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Mustafic has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Urinary Incontinence, and Peripheral Artery Disease.

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      Michelle Craig
      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Family Medicine

      MercyOne Waterloo Family Medicine

      2710 St. Francis Drive, Suite 210, 
      Waterloo, IA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Michelle Craig is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Craig is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. Her top areas of expertise are Urinary Incontinence, Alzheimer's Disease, Chronic Kidney Disease, and End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).

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      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      General Surgery

      Covenant Medical Center Inc

      3421 W 9th St, 
      Waterloo, IA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Collin Sharp is a General Surgeon in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Sharp is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Familial Colorectal Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Small Bowel Resection, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Sharp is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      General Surgery | Vascular Surgery
      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      General Surgery | Vascular Surgery
      3421 W 9th St, 
      Waterloo, IA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Thomas Helmsworth is a General Surgeon and a Vascular Surgeon in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Helmsworth is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Peripheral Artery Disease, Arterial Insufficiency, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, and Colostomy. Dr. Helmsworth is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      General Surgery

      Covenant Medical Center Inc

      2710 Saint Francis Dr, 
      Waterloo, IA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Joey Christmas is a General Surgeon in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Christmas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Cholecystitis, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Christmas is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      General Surgery | Emergency Medicine
      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      General Surgery | Emergency Medicine

      Covenant Medical Center Inc

      2710 Saint Francis Dr, Suite 410, 
      Waterloo, IA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Joshua Damian is a General Surgeon and an Emergency Medicine provider in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Damian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Myocardial Contusion, Delirium, Subdural Hematoma, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Damian is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Family Medicine | Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Family Medicine | Internal Medicine

      Iowa Physicians Clinic Medical Foundation

      1825 Logan Ave, 
      Waterloo, IA 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Vara Ponnada is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine and Internal Medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Ponnada is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Acute Pancreatitis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Ponnada is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Internal Medicine

      Iowa Physicians Clinic Medical Foundation

      1825 Logan Ave, 
      Waterloo, IA 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Experience:
      16+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Diana Cano-Mujica is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Cano-Mujica has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Atypical Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Ureteroscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Cano-Mujica is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis

      Allen Memorial Hospital Corporation

      1825 Logan Ave, 
      Waterloo, IA 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Christopher Goetzinger is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Goetzinger is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Renovascular Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Goetzinger is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Gastroenterology

      Allen Memorial Hospital Corporation

      1825 Logan Ave, 
      Waterloo, IA 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Ravindra Mallavarapu is a Gastroenterologist in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Mallavarapu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Colitis, Macroamylasemia, Ascites, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Mallavarapu is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Gastroenterology

      Cedar Valley Medical Specialists PC

      1015 S Hackett Rd, Cedar Valley Digestive Hea, 
      Waterloo, IA 
       (2.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Moaz Sial is a Gastroenterologist in Waterloo, Iowa. Dr. Sial is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Anemia, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Esophageal Varices, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Victor Mujica
      Advanced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Gastroenterology

      MercyOne Cedar Falls Gastroenterology Care

      516 South Division Street, Suite 110, 
      Cedar Falls, IA 
       (7.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Victor Mujica is a Gastroenterologist in Cedar Falls, Iowa. Dr. Mujica is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Colitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Family Medicine
      1227 W 27th St, 
      Cedar Falls, IA 
       (6.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      John Zehr is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Cedar Falls, Iowa. Dr. Zehr is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, Acute Pancreatitis, and Childhood Pancreatitis. Dr. Zehr is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      General Surgery

      Covenant Medical Center Inc

      515 College St, Suite 2800, 
      Cedar Falls, IA 
       (6.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Moiz Dawood is a General Surgeon in Cedar Falls, Iowa. Dr. Dawood is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Cholecystitis, and Gallstones. Dr. Dawood is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Acute Pancreatitis?

      Acute pancreatitis is sudden swelling and inflammation of the pancreas.

      When should I see an Acute Pancreatitis doctor near Waterloo, IA?

      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 an Acute Pancreatitis doctor near Waterloo, IA?

      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 Acute Pancreatitis doctors near Waterloo, IA?

      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 Acute Pancreatitis doctors near Waterloo, IA?

      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 an Acute Pancreatitis doctor near Waterloo, IA?

      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 Acute Pancreatitis doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Acute Pancreatitis 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 an Acute Pancreatitis doctor near Waterloo, IA?

      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 Acute Pancreatitis 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 Acute Pancreatitis 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 Acute Pancreatitis doctors near Waterloo, IA?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Acute Pancreatitis 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 an Acute Pancreatitis doctor that offers video calls?

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