The 20 Best Achalasia Doctors Near Me in Tucson, AZ

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 19 doctor with experience in Achalasia near Tucson, AZ. Of these, 18 are Experienced.

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    Joshua Melson
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    Banner - University Medicine North

    3838 North Campbell Avenue, Building 2, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hebrew
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I enjoy time with my family. I also enjoy exploring the outdoors especially since I have moved to Southern Arizona. Dr. Melson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Polyps, Watermelon Stomach, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Stephanie Worrell
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Thoracic Surgery | Surgical Oncology
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Thoracic Surgery | Surgical Oncology

    Banner-University Medical Center Tucson Campus

    1625 North Campbell Avenue, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Outside of the hospital I enjoy spending time with my family, hiking and long distance running. Dr. Worrell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. Her top areas of expertise are Esophageal Cancer, Esophageal Perforation, Hiatal Hernia, Lymphadenectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Jonathan Rice
    Surgical Oncology | Thoracic Surgery
    Surgical Oncology | Thoracic Surgery

    Banner-University Medical Center Tucson Campus

    1625 North Campbell Avenue, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Outside of the hospital I enjoy spending time with my family, camping/hiking, photography and lifting weights. Dr. Rice is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. His top areas of expertise are Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, Lung Nodules, Fibrosing Mediastinitis, and Lung Cancer.

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    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    Banner University Medical Center ESRD

    1625 N Campbell Ave, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shivanand Bomman is a Gastroenterologist in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. Bomman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. His top areas of expertise are Hereditary Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Stomach Cancer, Endoscopy, and Gastric Bypass.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    Banner-University Medical Center Tucson

    1501 N Campbell Ave, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Loyal Tillotson is a Gastroenterologist in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. Tillotson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    Banner-University Medical Center Tucson

    1501 N Campbell Ave, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Oleh Haluszka is a Gastroenterologist in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. Haluszka has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. His top areas of expertise are Childhood Pancreatitis, Chronic Pancreatitis, Bile Duct Stricture, Endoscopy, and Pancreatectomy.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    Banner-University Medical Center Tucson

    1501 N Campbell Ave, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Bhaskar Banerjee is a Gastroenterologist in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. Banerjee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. His top areas of expertise are Barrett Esophagus, Esophagitis, Watermelon Stomach, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Family Medicine

    Sage Primary And Palliative Care

    4733 N 1st Ave, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jordi Livi is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. Livi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Dementia. Dr. Livi is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Internal Medicine

    Sylvain Sidi MD PC

    310 N Wilmot Rd Ste 202, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sylvain Sidi is an Internal Medicine provider in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. Sidi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Esophagitis, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Sidi is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    3040 N Swan Rd Ste B, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Anis Hanna is a Gastroenterologist in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. Hanna is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gardner Syndrome, Acute Pancreatitis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    Swan Gastroenterology PC

    1505 N Swan Rd Ste 121, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Bassel Kisso is a Gastroenterologist in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. Kisso is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Diverticular Disease, Portal Hypertension, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Kisso is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    Arizona Digestive Health

    7490 N Oracle Rd Ste 210, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Gary Goldstein is a Gastroenterologist in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. Goldstein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. His top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Menetrier Disease, and Diverticular Disease. Dr. Goldstein is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    Catherine Westerband MD PC

    1871 W Orange Grove Rd Ste 101, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ibraheem Mizyed is a Gastroenterologist in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. Mizyed is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. His top areas of expertise are Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Achalasia
    General Surgery

    Banner-University Medical Center South

    2800 E Ajo Way, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Neal is a General Surgeon in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. Neal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Gallbladder Removal, and Hernia Surgery.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    Northwest Gastroenterology At Grant RD.

    1951 W Grant Rd Ste 160, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (6.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rizwan Safdar is a Gastroenterologist in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. Safdar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Lower Esophageal Ring, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    Bariatric Medicine
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Bariatric Medicine

    Pima Heart Physicians PC

    6130 N La Cholla Blvd Ste 250, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Patrick Chiasson is a Bariatric Medicine provider in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. Chiasson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. His top areas of expertise are Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Gastrectomy, and Sleeve Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    Arizona Gastroenterology LTD

    7566 N La Cholla Blvd Ste A, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Larissa Allen is a Gastroenterologist in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. Allen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. Her top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Indigestion, Portal Hypertension, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    TMcOne-Wilmot, Adult Multispecialty

    1396 N Wilmot Rd, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Lin is a Gastroenterologist in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. Lin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. His top areas of expertise are Childhood Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    Miguel A Arenas MD PC

    7445 E Tanque Verde Rd, 
    Tucson, AZ 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Miguel Arenas is a Gastroenterologist in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. Arenas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Arenas is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Achalasia?

    The tube that carries food from the mouth to the stomach is the esophagus or food pipe. Achalasia makes it harder for the esophagus to move food into the stomach.

    When should I see an Achalasia doctor near Tucson, AZ?

    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 Achalasia doctor near Tucson, AZ?

    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 Achalasia doctors near Tucson, AZ?

    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 Achalasia doctors near Tucson, AZ?

    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 Achalasia doctor near Tucson, AZ?

    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 Achalasia doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Achalasia 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 Achalasia doctor near Tucson, AZ?

    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 Achalasia 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 Achalasia 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 Achalasia doctors near Tucson, AZ?

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

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