The 20 Best Splenectomy Doctors Near Me

Find the Experts and Specialists who perform Splenectomy

OverviewFind a DoctorLatest AdvancesClinical Trials
Irwin M. Best
Experienced in Splenectomy

Dr. Irwin M. Best

Interventional Radiology
Emory health
Emory University Hospital Midtown
550 Peachtree Street Northeast, MedicalOfficeTower, 
Atlanta, GA 
Offers Telehealth
43 Years of Experience
Experienced in Splenectomy
Emory health
Emory University Hospital Midtown
550 Peachtree Street Northeast, MedicalOfficeTower, 
Atlanta, GA 
OverviewInsuranceLocationsClinical ResearchSimilar Doctors

Overview

Irwin Best is an Interventional Radiologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Best has been practicing medicine for over 43 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Splenectomy. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Deep Vein Thrombosis, Gastrostomy, and Splenectomy.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 4 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years. In particular, he has co-authored 2 articles in the study of Splenectomy.

Graduate Institution
University Of Rochester, School Of Medicine, 1983.0
Residency
University Medical Ctr at Stony Brook
Specialties
Interventional Radiology
Licenses
Surgery in GA
Board Certifications
American Board Of Surgery, 1992
Fellowships
University Medical Ctr at Stony Brook
Hospital Affiliations
Grady Memorial Hospital
Languages Spoken
English
Spanish
Gender
Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

Find your insurance
Find your insuranceClose

Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
View 1 Less Insurance Carrier -

Locations

Emory University Hospital Midtown
550 Peachtree Street Northeast, MedicalOfficeTower, Atlanta, GA 30308
Call: 404-778-4747

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

5 Total Publications

Managing Venous Thromboembolic Disease On-Call.
Managing Venous Thromboembolic Disease On-Call.
Journal: Techniques in vascular and interventional radiology
Published: December 12, 2017
View All 5 Publications
Similar Doctors
Advanced in Splenectomy
Dr. Janice M. Newsome
Interventional Radiology | Radiology
Advanced in Splenectomy
Dr. Janice M. Newsome
Interventional Radiology | Radiology

The Emory Clinic Inc

1365 Clifton Rd Ne, 
Atlanta, GA 
 (4.5 miles away)
404-778-7525
Languages Spoken:
English
See accepted insurances
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth

Janice Newsome is an Interventional Radiologist and a Radiologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Newsome is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Splenectomy. Her top areas of expertise are Uterine Fibroids, Cholestasis, Bile Duct Stricture, Splenectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Newsome is currently accepting new patients.

Experienced in Splenectomy
Dr. Clifford Hawkins
Interventional Radiology
Experienced in Splenectomy
Dr. Clifford Hawkins
Interventional Radiology

Egleston Children's Hospital At Emory

1405 Clifton Rd NE, 
Atlanta, GA 
 (4.6 miles away)
404-785-6000
Languages Spoken:
English
See accepted insurances
Offers Telehealth

Clifford Hawkins is an Interventional Radiologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Hawkins is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Splenectomy. His top areas of expertise are Chondroblastoma, Klippel-Trenaunay Syndrome, Deep Vein Thrombosis, Thrombectomy, and Lithotripsy.

VIEW MORE SPLENECTOMY DOCTORS

Areas of Expertise

MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.

Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers

Find Dr. Best's expertise for a condition
ConditionClose
      • Advanced
      • Gastrostomy
        Dr. Best is
        Advanced
        . Learn about Gastrostomy.
        See more Gastrostomy experts
      • Experienced
      • Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
        Dr. Best is
        Experienced
        . Learn about Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS).
        See more Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) experts
      • Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection
        Dr. Best is
        Experienced
        . Learn about Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection.
        See more Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection experts
      • Deep Vein Thrombosis
        Dr. Best is
        Experienced
        . Learn about Deep Vein Thrombosis.
        See more Deep Vein Thrombosis experts
      • May Thurner Syndrome
        Dr. Best is
        Experienced
        . Learn about May Thurner Syndrome.
        See more May Thurner Syndrome experts
      • Smoldering Multiple Myeloma
        Dr. Best is
        Experienced
        . Learn about Smoldering Multiple Myeloma.
        See more Smoldering Multiple Myeloma experts
      • Splenectomy
        Dr. Best is
        Experienced
        . Learn about Splenectomy.
        See more Splenectomy experts
      View All 8 Experienced Conditions
      Want to save this doctor for later?
      Sign Up
      Is this your doctor?
      Find A Second Opinion
      Not sure about your diagnosis?
      Check Your Symptoms
       
       
       
       
      Learn about our expert tiers
      Learn More
      Are you the provider on this profile?
      Claim Profile
      For Patients
      • Our Story
      • How MediFind Works
      • Conditions A-Z
      • Doctor Directory
      • Symptoms Directory
      • Procedures Directory
      • Treatment Directory
      • Drug Directory
      • Infusion Center Finder
      • FAQ
      • Contact Us
      For Providers and Practices
      • Claim Your Profile
      • Newsroom
      Business Solutions
      • Provider
      • Network Solutions
      Additional Resources
      • Consumer Health Data Privacy Policy
      • Privacy Policy
      • Terms of Use
      • Advertising Policy
      • Content Policy
      Subscribe to our newsletter

      Sign up to stay informed about MediFind and get wellness sent your way.

      Close

        By subscribing, I agree to MediFind's Terms of Use, Privacy Policy and Consumer Health Data Privacy Policy, as applicable.

        Bullet PinMediFind
        Follow us on
        This information is not intended as a substitute for informed medical advice. You should work with a licensed professional to diagnose and treat health conditions. We let the data speak for itself, MediFind does not endorse any healthcare providers.
        © 2026 All Rights Reserved

        Request an Appointment

        If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 9-1-1.

        MediFind will contact the provider for your appointment request. You’ll receive status updates by email. Your provider or MediFind will reach out to you directly by phone or email to schedule your appointment or request additional information.

        Patient Details

        This information is for the patient who will be seen at the appointment.

          Close

          Returning patient? Use your address on file with the provider.

          Insurance Details

          Please provide information of the primary insurance holder as the practice may require this information to schedule.

          Insurance Provider *
          Insurance ProviderClose

          Appointments Details

          Let’s get more information about your appointment.

                  0 / 1000
                  0 / 1000
                  By pressing the Submit button you are agreeing to MediFind’s Terms of Use, Privacy Policy and Consumer Health Data Privacy Policy, as applicable.