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    Last Updated: 01/09/2026

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    MediFind found 17 doctor with experience in Watermelon Stomach near Fort Wayne, IN. Of these, 16 are Experienced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    17 providers found
      Distinguished in Watermelon Stomach

      Dr. Praveen Sateesh
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Watermelon Stomach

      Dr. Praveen Sateesh
      Gastroenterology

      Parkview Health System Inc

      2231 Carew St, 
      Fort Wayne, IN 
       (1.9 miles away)
      260-266-5230
      Languages Spoken:
      English
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      Praveen Sateesh is a Gastroenterologist in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Dr. Sateesh is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Watermelon Stomach. His top areas of expertise are Watermelon Stomach, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Crohn's Disease, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Watermelon Stomach

      Dr. Tariq Akbar
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Watermelon Stomach

      Dr. Tariq Akbar
      Gastroenterology

      Lutheran Medical Group LLC

      7938 W Jefferson Blvd, 
      Fort Wayne, IN 
       (6.3 miles away)
      260-436-8583
      Languages Spoken:
      English
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      Tariq Akbar is a Gastroenterologist in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Dr. Akbar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Watermelon Stomach. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Lower Esophageal Ring, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Watermelon Stomach

      Dr. Sunil Ramrakhiani
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Watermelon Stomach

      Dr. Sunil Ramrakhiani
      Gastroenterology

      Lutheran Medical Group LLC

      7970 W Jefferson Blvd, Rehabilitation Hospital Of, 
      Fort Wayne, IN 
       (6.4 miles away)
      260-432-2297
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances

      Sunil Ramrakhiani is a Gastroenterologist in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Dr. Ramrakhiani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Watermelon Stomach. His top areas of expertise are Enlarged Liver, Ascites, Pancreatic Cancer, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

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      Experienced in Watermelon Stomach

      Dr. Abdillahi Abdinoor
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Watermelon Stomach

      Dr. Abdillahi Abdinoor
      Gastroenterology

      Lutheran Medical Group LLC

      7970 W Jefferson Blvd, 
      Fort Wayne, IN 
       (6.4 miles away)
      260-435-6105
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances
      Offers Telehealth

      Abdillahi Abdinoor is a Gastroenterologist in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Dr. Abdinoor is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Watermelon Stomach. His top areas of expertise are Acute Pancreatitis, Childhood Pancreatitis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Watermelon Stomach

      Dr. Folkert G. Zijlstra
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Watermelon Stomach

      Dr. Folkert G. Zijlstra
      Gastroenterology
      7900 W Jefferson Blvd, Suite 201, 
      Fort Wayne, IN 
       (6.5 miles away)
      260-432-2297
      Languages Spoken:
      English
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      Folkert Zijlstra is a Gastroenterologist in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Dr. Zijlstra is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Watermelon Stomach. His top areas of expertise are Esophagitis, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Lower Esophageal Ring, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Watermelon Stomach

      Dr. Haitam Buaisha
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Watermelon Stomach

      Dr. Haitam Buaisha
      Gastroenterology

      Parkview Health System Inc

      11104 Parkview Circle Dr, 
      Fort Wayne, IN 
       (7.6 miles away)
      206-266-5400
      Languages Spoken:
      English
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      Haitam Buaisha is a Gastroenterologist in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Dr. Buaisha is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Watermelon Stomach. His top areas of expertise are Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Acute Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Experienced in Watermelon Stomach

      Dr. Saadullah Khan
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Watermelon Stomach

      Dr. Saadullah Khan
      Gastroenterology

      Parkview Health System Inc

      11104 Parkview Circle Dr, 
      Fort Wayne, IN 
       (7.6 miles away)
      206-266-5400
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances

      Saadullah Khan is a Gastroenterologist in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Dr. Khan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Watermelon Stomach. His top areas of expertise are Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Diarrhea, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Experienced in Watermelon Stomach

      Dr. Nikhil J. Shastri
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Watermelon Stomach

      Dr. Nikhil J. Shastri
      Gastroenterology

      Parkview Health System Inc

      11104 Parkview Circle Dr, 
      Fort Wayne, IN 
       (7.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Nikhil Shastri is a Gastroenterologist in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Dr. Shastri is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Watermelon Stomach. His top areas of expertise are Bile Duct Obstruction, Bile Duct Stricture, Cholestasis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Shastri is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Watermelon Stomach

      Dr. Ricardo M. Mccall
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Watermelon Stomach

      Dr. Ricardo M. Mccall
      Gastroenterology

      Parkview Health System Inc

      11104 Parkview Circle Dr, Suite 310, 
      Fort Wayne, IN 
       (7.6 miles away)
      260-266-8840
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients

      Ricardo Mccall is a Gastroenterologist in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Dr. Mccall is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Watermelon Stomach. His top areas of expertise are Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Diarrhea, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Mccall is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Watermelon Stomach

      Dr. Reshi Kanuru
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Watermelon Stomach

      Dr. Reshi Kanuru
      Gastroenterology

      Parkview Health System Inc

      11104 Parkview Circle Dr, Suite 310, 
      Fort Wayne, IN 
       (7.6 miles away)
      260-266-8840
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances
      Offers Telehealth

      Reshi Kanuru is a Gastroenterologist in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Dr. Kanuru is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Watermelon Stomach. His top areas of expertise are Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Esophagitis, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Watermelon Stomach

      Dr. Mohamed Sultan
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Watermelon Stomach

      Dr. Mohamed Sultan
      Gastroenterology

      Parkview Health System Inc

      11104 Parkview Circle Dr, Suite 310, 
      Fort Wayne, IN 
       (7.6 miles away)
      260-266-8840
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances
      Offers Telehealth

      Mohamed Sultan is a Gastroenterologist in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Dr. Sultan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Watermelon Stomach. His top areas of expertise are Gallstones, Jaundice, Bile Duct Obstruction, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Experienced in Watermelon Stomach

      Dr. Binoy Ouseph
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Watermelon Stomach

      Dr. Binoy Ouseph
      Gastroenterology

      Parkview Health System Inc

      11104 Parkview Circle Dr, Suite 310, 
      Fort Wayne, IN 
       (7.6 miles away)
      260-266-8840
      Languages Spoken:
      English
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      Binoy Ouseph is a Gastroenterologist in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Dr. Ouseph is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Watermelon Stomach. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pancreatitis, Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Experienced in Watermelon Stomach

      Dr. Alan Auerbach
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Watermelon Stomach

      Dr. Alan Auerbach
      Gastroenterology

      Parkview Health System Inc

      11104 Parkview Circle Dr, 
      Fort Wayne, IN 
       (7.6 miles away)
      206-266-5400
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances
      Offers Telehealth

      Alan Auerbach is a Gastroenterologist in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Dr. Auerbach is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Watermelon Stomach. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Esophagitis, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Experienced in Watermelon Stomach

      Dr. Jaimin Amin
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Watermelon Stomach

      Dr. Jaimin Amin
      Gastroenterology

      Parkview Health System Inc

      11115 Parkview Plaza Dr, 
      Fort Wayne, IN 
       (7.6 miles away)
      260-672-6443
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances
      Offers Telehealth

      Jaimin Amin is a Gastroenterologist in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Dr. Amin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Watermelon Stomach. His top areas of expertise are Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Diarrhea, Childhood Pancreatitis, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Watermelon Stomach

      Dr. Fazel Dinary
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Watermelon Stomach

      Dr. Fazel Dinary
      Gastroenterology

      Parkview Health System Inc

      11115 Parkview Plaza Dr, 
      Fort Wayne, IN 
       (7.6 miles away)
      260-672-6443
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances

      Fazel Dinary is a Gastroenterologist in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Dr. Dinary is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Watermelon Stomach. His top areas of expertise are Esophageal Cancer, Insulinoma, Bile Duct Stricture, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Experienced in Watermelon Stomach

      Dr. Wissam A. Bleibel
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Watermelon Stomach

      Dr. Wissam A. Bleibel
      Gastroenterology

      Parkview Health System Inc

      11109 Parkview Plaza Dr, Suite 117, 
      Fort Wayne, IN 
       (7.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients

      Wissam Bleibel is a Gastroenterologist in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Dr. Bleibel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Watermelon Stomach. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Esophagitis, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Bleibel is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Watermelon Stomach

      Dr. Steven M. Dandalides
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Watermelon Stomach

      Dr. Steven M. Dandalides
      Gastroenterology

      Parkview Health System Inc

      11109 Parkview Plaza Dr, 
      Fort Wayne, IN 
       (7.7 miles away)
      260-425-6030
      Experience:
      44+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Steven Dandalides is a Gastroenterologist in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Dr. Dandalides has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Watermelon Stomach. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Morning Sickness, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Dandalides is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 01/09/2026

      What is the definition of Watermelon Stomach?

      Watermelon stomach is a condition in which the lining of the stomach bleeds, causing it to look like the characteristic stripes of a watermelon when viewed by endoscopy. Signs and symptoms of Watermelon stomach include blood in the stool, hematemesis (vomiting blood) and anemia. The exact cause of Watermelon stomach is unknown; however, it is often diagnosed in people with other chronic (long-term) conditions such as cirrhosis (scarring of the liver and poor liver function), autoimmune disease, systemic sclerosis, and CREST syndrome.

      When should I see a Watermelon Stomach doctor near Fort Wayne, IN?

      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 Watermelon Stomach doctor near Fort Wayne, IN?

      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 do I find the best Watermelon Stomach doctor near Fort Wayne, IN?

      You can find a Watermelon Stomach doctor in any of the 10 largest U.S. cities by clicking below:

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      How does MediFind rank Watermelon Stomach doctors near Fort Wayne, IN?

      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 Watermelon Stomach doctors near Fort Wayne, IN?

      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 Watermelon Stomach doctor near Fort Wayne, IN?

      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 Watermelon Stomach doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Watermelon Stomach 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 Watermelon Stomach doctor near Fort Wayne, IN?

      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 Watermelon Stomach 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 Watermelon Stomach 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 Watermelon Stomach doctors near Fort Wayne, IN?

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

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