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    MediFind found 152 doctor with experience in Cholecystitis near Houston, TX. Of these, 128 are Experienced, 20 are Advanced, 3 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    152 providers found
      Elite in Cholecystitis
      Elite in Cholecystitis
      1515 Holcombe Blvd, 
      Houston, TX 
       (4.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Phonthep Angsuwatcharakon is a Gastroenterologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Angsuwatcharakon is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Stent Placement.

      George Van Buren
      Advanced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
      Advanced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery | Surgical Oncology

      Baylor St. Luke's

      1919 Old Spanish Trail, O’Quinn Medical Tower at McNair, 
      Houston, TX 
       (4.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      George Van Buren is a General Surgeon and a Surgical Oncologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Van Buren is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma, Gallbladder Cancer, Splenectomy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Van Buren is currently accepting new patients.

      James W. Suliburk
      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery | Surgical Oncology

      Baylor St. Luke's

      1919 Old Spanish Trail, O’Quinn Medical Tower at McNair, 
      Houston, TX 
       (4.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      James Suliburk is a General Surgeon and a Surgical Oncologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Suliburk is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Hyperparathyroidism, Thyroid Nodule, Parathyroid Hyperplasia, Parathyroidectomy, and Thyroidectomy. Dr. Suliburk is currently accepting new patients.

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      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery

      UT Physicians

      5656 Kelley St, 
      Houston, TX 
       (5.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Jonah Stulberg is a General Surgeon in Houston, Texas. Dr. Stulberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Omphalocele, Gallbladder Removal, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Stulberg is currently accepting new patients.

      Lillian S. Kao
      Advanced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery

      UT Physicians

      6414 Fannin St, Suite G150, 
      Houston, TX 
       (3.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Lillian Kao is a General Surgeon in Houston, Texas. Dr. Kao is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. Her top areas of expertise are Hernia, Appendicitis, Gallstones, Appendectomy, and Gallbladder Removal.

      Omar Barakat
      Advanced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
      Advanced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery | Surgical Oncology

      Baylor St Lukes Medical Center

      1919 Old Spanish Trail, O’Quinn Medical Tower at McNair, 
      Houston, TX 
       (4.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Omar Barakat is a General Surgeon and a Surgical Oncologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Barakat is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pancreatitis, Gallbladder Disease, Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy. Dr. Barakat is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Cholecystitis
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Cholecystitis
      Gastroenterology

      Texas Digestive Disease Consultants, PLLC

      4100 S Shepherd Dr, 
      Houston, TX 
       (3.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Sri Surapaneni is a Gastroenterologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Surapaneni is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Andrew W. Dupont
      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      Gastroenterology

      Ertan Digestive Disease Center At Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center

      6400 Fannin Street, Suite 1400, 
      Houston, TX 
       (3.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Andrew Dupont is a Gastroenterologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Dupont is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Small Bowel Bacterial Overgrowth, Necrotizing Enterocolitis, Pseudomembranous Colitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Dupont is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery

      Baylor College Of Medicine

      1504 Taub Loop, 
      Houston, TX 
       (3.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Ryan Dumas is a General Surgeon in Houston, Texas. Dr. Dumas is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Low Blood Pressure, Gallbladder Removal, and Colostomy. Dr. Dumas is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery

      Tmh Physician Associates PLLC

      6550 Fannin St, Suite 1501, 
      Houston, TX 
       (3.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Timothy Sehorn is a General Surgeon in Houston, Texas. Dr. Sehorn is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection.

      Advanced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery

      Tmh Physician Associates PLLC

      6550 Fannin St, 
      Houston, TX 
       (3.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Michael Norman is a General Surgeon in Houston, Texas. Dr. Norman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Ogilvie Syndrome, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Norman is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery
      6560 Fannin St, Suite 1750, 
      Houston, TX 
       (3.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Wade Rosenberg is a General Surgeon in Houston, Texas. Dr. Rosenberg is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Mesenchymoma, Small Bowel Resection, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Rosenberg is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Cholecystitis
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Cholecystitis
      Gastroenterology

      MD Anderson

      1515 Holcombe Blvd, 
      Houston, TX 
       (4.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Phillip Ge is a Gastroenterologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Ge is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Esophageal Varices, Portal Hypertension, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Endoscopy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

      Advanced in Cholecystitis
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Cholecystitis
      Gastroenterology

      MD Anderson

      2130 W Holcombe Blvd, Univ Of Tx M D Ande Life, 
      Houston, TX 
       (4.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Brian Weston is a Gastroenterologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Weston is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Jaundice, Esophageal Cancer, Stomach Cancer, Endoscopy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

      Advanced in Cholecystitis
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Cholecystitis
      Gastroenterology

      MD Anderson

      2130 W Holcombe Blvd, Univ Of Tx M D Ande Life, 
      Houston, TX 
       (4.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Manoop Bhutani is a Gastroenterologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Bhutani is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Esophageal Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Stomach Cancer, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Hop S. Tran-Cao
      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      Surgical Oncology | General Surgery
      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      Surgical Oncology | General Surgery

      MD Anderson

      2130 W Holcombe Blvd, Univ Of Tx M D Ande Life, 
      Houston, TX 
       (4.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Hop Tran-Cao is a Surgical Oncologist and a General Surgeon in Houston, Texas. Dr. Tran-Cao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Gallbladder Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hepatectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

      William Nguyen
      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      Internal Medicine

      John P. Lacson MD

      4126 Southwest Fwy Ste 600C, 
      Houston, TX 
       (4.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      William Nguyen is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Nguyen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Colitis, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery

      Southwest Surgical Associates Llp

      1315 St Joseph Pkwy, Suite 1708, 
      Houston, TX 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish, Tigrinya, Urdu
      Accepting New Patients

      Amanda Garza is a General Surgeon in Houston, Texas. Dr. Garza is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. Her top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Pilonidal Sinus Disease, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Garza is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      General Surgery

      Southwest Surgical Associates Llp

      1315 St Joseph Pkwy, Suite 1708, 
      Houston, TX 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Experience:
      44+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Elegy Etter is a General Surgeon in Houston, Texas. Dr. Etter has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Gallstones, and Choledocholithiasis. Dr. Etter is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      Bariatric Medicine
      Experienced in Cholecystitis
      Bariatric Medicine

      Texas Laparoscopic Consultants

      1200 Binz St Ste 950, 
      Houston, TX 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Sheilendra Mehta is a Bariatric Medicine provider in Houston, Texas. Dr. Mehta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Cholecystitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Obesity, Hernia Surgery, and Sleeve Gastrectomy.

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      Last Updated: 01/09/2026

      What is the definition of Cholecystitis?

      Cholecystitis is a term for inflammation of the gallbladder. The gallbladder is a pear-shaped organ below the liver that collects and releases digestive fluid (bile) into the small intestine. Cholecystitis can occur when there is a buildup of bile in the gallbladder, the formation of gallstones that block the opening of the gallbladder, or the presence of tumors, hepatitis, or other serious illnesses. When the gallbladder gets blocked or inflamed, it can develop a bacterial infection. Cholecystitis can be acute or chronic.

      When should I see a Cholecystitis doctor near Houston, TX?

      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 Cholecystitis doctor near Houston, TX?

      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 Cholecystitis doctors near Houston, TX?

      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 Cholecystitis doctors near Houston, TX?

      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 Cholecystitis doctor near Houston, TX?

      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 Cholecystitis doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Cholecystitis 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 Cholecystitis doctor near Houston, TX?

      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 Cholecystitis 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 Cholecystitis 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 Cholecystitis doctors near Houston, TX?

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

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