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    MediFind found 20 doctor with experience in Achalasia near Shreveport, LA. Of these, 18 are Experienced, 1 are Advanced and 1 are Elite.

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    20 providers found
      Elite in Achalasia
      Gastroenterology
      Elite in Achalasia
      Gastroenterology

      Lsu Health Sciences Center Shreveport Faculty Group Practice

      1541 Kings Hwy, 
      Shreveport, LA 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Mandarin
      Accepting New Patients

      Qiang Cai is a Gastroenterologist in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Cai is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. His top areas of expertise are Gastroparesis, Achalasia, Pancreas Divisum, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Cai is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Achalasia
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Achalasia
      General Surgery

      Wk Robotic And Laparoscopic Surgery Clinic

      2551 Greenwood Rd, Suite 311, 
      Shreveport, LA 
       (2.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Kamel Brakta is a General Surgeon in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Brakta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Hernia, Cholecystitis, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Brakta is currently accepting new patients.

      What does Elite, Distinguished, Advanced, Experienced mean?
      Advanced in Achalasia
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Achalasia
      Gastroenterology

      Gastrointestinal Specialists A M C

      3217 Mabel St, 
      Shreveport, LA 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Arthur Poch is a Gastroenterologist in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Poch is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. His top areas of expertise are Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Ascites, Achalasia, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

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      Experienced in Achalasia
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Achalasia
      General Surgery
      1202 Louisiana Ave, 
      Shreveport, LA 
       (0.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Charles Byrd is a General Surgeon in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Byrd is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Necrosis, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Byrd is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Achalasia
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Achalasia
      Gastroenterology

      Lsu Health Sciences Center Shreveport Faculty Group Practice

      1541 Kings Hwy, 
      Shreveport, LA 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      James Morris is a Gastroenterologist in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Morris is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Visceromegaly, Crohn's Disease, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Achalasia
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Achalasia
      Gastroenterology

      Lsu Health Sciences Center Shreveport Faculty Group Practice

      1541 Kings Hwy, 
      Shreveport, LA 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      David Scott is a Gastroenterologist in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Scott is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. His top areas of expertise are Esophagitis, Diverticular Disease, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

      Experienced in Achalasia
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Achalasia
      Gastroenterology
      1501 Kings Hwy, 
      Shreveport, LA 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Paul Jordan is a Gastroenterologist in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Jordan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Visceromegaly, Crohn's Disease, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Jordan is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Achalasia
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Achalasia
      Gastroenterology

      Gastrointestinal Specialists A M C

      3217 Mabel St, 
      Shreveport, LA 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      David Philips is a Gastroenterologist in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Philips is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. His top areas of expertise are Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Colitis, Ulcerative Colitis, and Diarrhea.

      Experienced in Achalasia
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Achalasia
      Gastroenterology

      Gastrointestinal Specialists A M C

      3217 Mabel St, 
      Shreveport, LA 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Daryl Buckelew is a Gastroenterologist in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Buckelew is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. His top areas of expertise are Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

      Experienced in Achalasia
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Achalasia
      Gastroenterology

      Gastrointestinal Specialists A M C

      3217 Mabel St, 
      Shreveport, LA 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Catherine Linzay is a Gastroenterologist in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Linzay is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. Her top areas of expertise are Bowel Incontinence, Encopresis, Mallory-Weiss Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy.

      Experienced in Achalasia
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Achalasia
      Gastroenterology
      3217 Mabel St, 
      Shreveport, LA 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Edwin Glassell is a Gastroenterologist in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Glassell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Watermelon Stomach, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Glassell is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Achalasia
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Achalasia
      Gastroenterology

      Gastrointestinal Specialists A M C

      3217 Mabel St, 
      Shreveport, LA 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      John Kirkikis is a Gastroenterologist in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Kirkikis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy.

      Experienced in Achalasia
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Achalasia
      General Surgery
      2751 Albert Bicknell Drive, Suite 3a, 
      Shreveport, LA 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      William Norwood is a General Surgeon in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Norwood is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Choledocholithiasis, Hiatal Hernia, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrectomy.

      Experienced in Achalasia
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Achalasia
      Internal Medicine

      Wk Tri-State Medical Clinic

      2551 Greenwood Rd, Suite 410, 
      Shreveport, LA 
       (2.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Timothy Nicholls is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Nicholls is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. His top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Gastrostomy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Nicholls is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Achalasia
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Achalasia
      Family Medicine

      Wk Louisiana Family Practice

      2300 Hospital Dr, Suite 200, 
      Bossier City, LA 
       (3.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Ted Warren is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bossier City, Louisiana. Dr. Warren is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Anemia, Obesity in Children, and Idiopathic Hypercalciuria. Dr. Warren is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Achalasia
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Achalasia
      Gastroenterology

      Gastrointestinal Specialists A M C

      2400 Hospital Dr, Suite 370, 
      Bossier City, LA 
       (3.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Douglas Rimmer is a Gastroenterologist in Bossier City, Louisiana. Dr. Rimmer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Colitis, Encopresis, Bowel Incontinence, and Gastrectomy.

      Experienced in Achalasia
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Achalasia
      Gastroenterology

      Gastrointestinal Specialists A M C

      2400 Hospital Dr, 
      Bossier City, LA 
       (3.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Sathya Jaganmohan is a Gastroenterologist in Bossier City, Louisiana. Dr. Jaganmohan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Cholestasis, Pancreatectomy, and Gastrectomy.

      Experienced in Achalasia
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Achalasia
      Gastroenterology

      Gastrointestinal Specialists A M C

      8383 Millicent Way, Suite B, 
      Shreveport, LA 
       (6.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      John Provenza is a Gastroenterologist in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Provenza is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. His top areas of expertise are Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastric Dysmotility, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy.

      Experienced in Achalasia
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Achalasia
      Gastroenterology

      Gastrointestinal Specialists A M C

      8383 Millicent Way, Suite B, 
      Shreveport, LA 
       (6.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      John Bienvenu is a Gastroenterologist in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Bienvenu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. His top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Pancreatic Cancer, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy.

      Experienced in Achalasia
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Achalasia
      Gastroenterology
      2508 Bert Kouns Loop, Suite 101, 
      Shreveport, LA 
       (8.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Charles Otu is a Gastroenterologist in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Otu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC), Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Lactose Intolerance, and Tenesmus.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      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 Shreveport, LA?

      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 Shreveport, LA?

      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 Shreveport, LA?

      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 Shreveport, LA?

      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 Shreveport, LA?

      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 Shreveport, LA?

      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 Shreveport, LA?

      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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