The 20 Best Achalasia Doctors Near Me in asheville, NC

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 15 doctor with experience in Achalasia near asheville, NC. Of these, 13 are Experienced and 2 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Achalasia

    Dr. Chelsea C. Jacobs
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Achalasia

    Dr. Chelsea C. Jacobs
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    The Endoscopy Center

    191 Biltmore Ave, 
    Asheville, NC 
     (0.8 miles away)
    828-254-0881
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
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    Chelsea Jacobs is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Asheville, North Carolina. Dr. Jacobs is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Achalasia, Portal Hypertension, Crohn's Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Jacobs is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Achalasia

    Dr. W Alan-Bradshaw
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Achalasia

    Dr. W Alan-Bradshaw
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Mission Surgery-Asheville

    14 Medical Park Dr, 
    Asheville, NC 
     (3.3 miles away)
    828-252-3366
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    W Alan-Bradshaw is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Asheville, North Carolina. Dr. Alan-Bradshaw is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hernia Surgery, and Endoscopy. Dr. Alan-Bradshaw is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Achalasia

    Dr. Michael N. Heacock
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia

    Dr. Michael N. Heacock
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    The Endoscopy Center

    191 Biltmore Ave, 
    Asheville, NC 
     (0.8 miles away)
    828-254-0881
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Heacock is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Asheville, North Carolina. Dr. Heacock is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 45 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Heacock is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Achalasia

    Dr. Andrew C. Dukowicz
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia

    Dr. Andrew C. Dukowicz
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    The Endoscopy Center

    191 Biltmore Ave, 
    Asheville, NC 
     (0.8 miles away)
    828-254-0881
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrew Dukowicz is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Asheville, North Carolina. Dr. Dukowicz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 45 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Crohn's Disease, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Turcot Syndrome, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Dukowicz is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Achalasia

    Dr. Angela M. Meyer
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia

    Dr. Angela M. Meyer
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    The Endoscopy Center

    191 Biltmore Ave, 
    Asheville, NC 
     (0.8 miles away)
    828-254-0881
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Angela Meyer is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Asheville, North Carolina. Dr. Meyer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. She is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Crohn's Disease, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Meyer is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Achalasia

    Dr. David T. May
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia

    Dr. David T. May
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    The Endoscopy Center

    191 Biltmore Ave, 
    Asheville, NC 
     (0.8 miles away)
    828-254-0881
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    See accepted insurances
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    David May is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Asheville, North Carolina. Dr. May is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hemorrhoids, Crohn's Disease, Gardner Syndrome, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. May is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Achalasia

    Dr. Jessica M. Fisher
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia

    Dr. Jessica M. Fisher
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    The Endoscopy Center

    191 Biltmore Ave, 
    Asheville, NC 
     (0.8 miles away)
    828-254-0881
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German, Russian, Spanish
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jessica Fisher is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Asheville, North Carolina. Dr. Fisher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. She is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Crohn's Disease, Visceromegaly, Enlarged Liver, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Fisher is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Achalasia

    Dr. Adam S. Zivony
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia

    Dr. Adam S. Zivony
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    The Endoscopy Center

    191 Biltmore Ave, 
    Asheville, NC 
     (0.8 miles away)
    828-254-0881
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German, Russian, Spanish
    See accepted insurances
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Adam Zivony is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Asheville, North Carolina. Dr. Zivony is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 44 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Visceromegaly, Enlarged Liver, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Zivony is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Achalasia

    Dr. Evan T. Tiderington
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Achalasia

    Dr. Evan T. Tiderington
    Internal Medicine

    The Endoscopy Center

    191 Biltmore Ave, 
    Asheville, NC 
     (0.8 miles away)
    828-254-0881
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Evan Tiderington is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Asheville, North Carolina. Dr. Tiderington is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Iron Deficiency Anemia, Endoscopy, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Tiderington is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Achalasia

    Dr. William R. Harlan
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia

    Dr. William R. Harlan
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    The Endoscopy Center

    191 Biltmore Ave, 
    Asheville, NC 
     (0.8 miles away)
    828-254-0881
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Spanish
    See accepted insurances
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    William Harlan is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Asheville, North Carolina. Dr. Harlan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 32 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Turcot Syndrome, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Harlan is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Achalasia

    Dr. Tom L. Whitlock
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia

    Dr. Tom L. Whitlock
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    The Endoscopy Center

    191 Biltmore Ave, 
    Asheville, NC 
     (0.8 miles away)
    828-254-0881
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German, Spanish
    See accepted insurances
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Tom Whitlock is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Asheville, North Carolina. Dr. Whitlock is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Turcot Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Whitlock is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Achalasia

    Dr. John W. Garrett
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia

    Dr. John W. Garrett
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required
    191 Biltmore Ave, 
    Asheville, NC 
     (0.8 miles away)
    828-254-0881
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    John Garrett is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Asheville, North Carolina. Dr. Garrett is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Diverticular Disease, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Achalasia

    Dr. Brendon M. O'connell
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia

    Dr. Brendon M. O'connell
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Mission Hospital

    509 Biltmore Ave, 
    Asheville, NC 
     (1.4 miles away)
    828-254-0881
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Brendon O'connell is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Asheville, North Carolina. Dr. O'connell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Indigestion, Portal Hypertension, Crohn's Disease, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. O'connell is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Achalasia

    Dr. Muhammad A. Haider
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Achalasia

    Dr. Muhammad A. Haider
    Internal Medicine

    Mission Hospital

    509 Biltmore Ave, 
    Asheville, NC 
     (1.4 miles away)
    828-213-1111
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Muhammad Haider is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Asheville, North Carolina. Dr. Haider is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. His clinical expertise encompasses Appendicitis, Achalasia, Rhabdomyolysis, Jaundice, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

    Experienced in Achalasia

    Dr. Teresa K. Bradley
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Achalasia

    Dr. Teresa K. Bradley
    Family Medicine

    AdventHealth Medical Group Multispecialty At South Asheville

    15 Skyland Inn Dr, 
    Arden, NC 
     (8.1 miles away)
    828-209-8459
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Teresa Bradley is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Arden, North Carolina. Dr. Bradley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Boils, and Chronic Cough. Dr. Bradley is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    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 asheville, NC?

    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 asheville, NC?

    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 Achalasia doctor near asheville, NC?

    You can find an Achalasia doctor in any of the 10 largest U.S. cities by clicking below:

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    How does MediFind rank Achalasia doctors near asheville, NC?

    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 asheville, NC?

    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 asheville, NC?

    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 asheville, NC?

    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 asheville, NC?

    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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