The 20 Best Achalasia Doctors Near Me in South Dakota, US

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Last Updated: 06/30/2026

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MediFind found 25 doctor with experience in Achalasia near South Dakota, US. Of these, 24 are Experienced.

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25 providers found
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Avera Gastroenterology — 69th & Louise

    6300 S Louise Ave, Suite 200, 
    Sioux Falls, SD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    R. Towner Lapp, MD, provides gastroenterology services for adults at Avera Medical Group Gastroenterology in Sioux Falls, SD. Dr. Lapp 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 Esophagitis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Lapp is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Avera Gastroenterology — 69th & Louise

    6300 S Louise Ave, Suite 200, 
    Sioux Falls, SD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Bryan Feyen offers digestive health support including gastroenterology conditions, including colon screenings, at Avera Medical Group Gastroenterology in Sioux Falls, SD. Dr. Feyen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Esophageal Varices, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Feyen is board certified in American Board Of Gastroenterology And Hepatology.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Achalasia
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center

    1325 South Cliff Avenue, 
    Sioux Falls, SD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Bradley Thaemert is a general surgeon at Surgical Institute of South Dakota. Dr. Thaemert is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Choledocholithiasis, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Thaemert is board certified in American Board Of Surgery; Fellow Of American College Of Surgeons.

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    Experienced in Achalasia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Achalasia
    General Surgery
    Referral required

    Sanford USD Medical Center

    1305 W. 18th St., 
    Sioux Falls, SD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Sorrell specializes in surgery and trauma. Dr. Sorrell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Ogilvie Syndrome, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Gallbladder Removal, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Sorrell is board certified in American Board Of Surgery: General SurgeryAmerican Board Of Surgery: Surgical Critical Care.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Achalasia
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Sanford USD Medical Center

    1305 W. 18th St., 
    Sioux Falls, SD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Bjordahl specializes in:. Dr. Bjordahl is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholecystitis, Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Bjordahl is board certified in American Board Of Surgery: Surgical Critical CareAmerican Board Of Surgery: General Surgery.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Avera Gastroenterology — 69th & Louise

    6300 S Louise Ave, Suite 200, 
    Sioux Falls, SD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christopher Hurley, MD, provides gastroenterology services for adults at Avera Medical Group Gastroenterology in Sioux Falls, SD. Dr. Hurley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 37 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Jaundice, Hiatal Hernia, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Hurley is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Certified In Internal Medicine American Board Of Internal Medicine, Certified In Gastroenterology.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Sanford Health Tower Road Clinic

    3024 Tower Road, 
    Rapid City, SD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Blakes Jones, MD, is a board-certified and fellowship-trained gastroenterologist with decades of experience in digestive health. He offers full-spectrum gastrointestinal care and treats a wide range of common and complex GI concerns. Dr. Jones is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 36 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Barrett Esophagus, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Jones is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine: Gastroenterology.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Sanford Center For Digestive Health

    1211 S. Grange Ave, 
    Sioux Falls, SD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Dr. Jorge Gilbert specializes in gastroenterology. Dr. Gilbert is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, and Endoscopy. Dr. Gilbert is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine: Gastroenterology.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Sanford USD Medical Center

    1305 W. 18th St., 
    Sioux Falls, SD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Brett Baloun specializes in gastroenterology. Dr. Baloun is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Esophagitis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Baloun is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine: Gastroenterology.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center

    1325 South Cliff Avenue, 
    Sioux Falls, SD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Schoeppner is a gastroenterologist focused on hospital care with Avera in Sioux Falls South Dakota. Dr. Schoeppner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Ulcerative Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center

    1325 South Cliff Avenue, 
    Sioux Falls, SD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Joseph Schowalter provides expert hospital-based care focused on conditions of the stomach, intestines and broader gastrointestinal system at Avera in Sioux Falls, SD. Dr. Schowalter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Intestinal Cancer, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Viborg Medical Clinic

    103 West Pioneer Ave., 
    Viborg, SD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Dennis Glatt practices general surgery in southeastern South Dakota. Dr. Glatt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Choledocholithiasis, Obesity, Vagotomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Glatt is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Sanford USD Medical Center

    1305 W. 18th St., 
    Sioux Falls, SD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Austin specializes in gastrointestinal issues. Dr. Austin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Crohn's Disease, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Austin is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine: GastroenterologyAmerican Board Of Internal Medicine: Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Sanford Health Tower Road Clinic

    3024 Tower Road, 
    Rapid City, SD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Kelts, DO, is a board-certified gastroenterologist proficient in general gastroenterology and endoscopic techniques. Dr. Kelts is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Kelts is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine: Gastroenterology.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Sanford USD Medical Center

    1305 W. 18th St., 
    Sioux Falls, SD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Mouhanna Abu Ghanimeh specializes in gastroenterology and endoscopy. Dr. Ghanimeh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Bile Duct Obstruction, Acute Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Ghanimeh is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine: GastroenterologyAmerican Board Of Internal Medicine: Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center

    1325 South Cliff Avenue, 
    Sioux Falls, SD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Klaus Mergener, MD is a gastroenterologist focused on hospital care at Avera in Sioux Falls, SD. Dr. Mergener is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Mallory-Weiss Syndrome, Bile Duct Obstruction, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Mergener is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine American Board Of Gastroenterology American Board Of Medical Management.

    General Surgery
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Monument Health Rapid City Hospital

    353 Fairmont Blvd, 
    Rapid City, SD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Pial Hope is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Rapid City, South Dakota. Dr. Hope is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Obesity, Hiatal Hernia, Abdominal Wall Surgery, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Hope is board certified in General Surgery.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Sacred Heart Health Services

    409 Summit St Ste 2800, 
    Yankton, SD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Steve Gutnik is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Yankton, South Dakota. Dr. Gutnik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sclerosing Mesenteritis, Crohn's Disease, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Sanford Clinic

    1500 W 22nd St Ste 101, 
    Sioux Falls, SD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Murray is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Dr. Murray is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Barrett Esophagus, Crohn's Disease, Gastroparesis, and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).

    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1211 S Grange Ave, 
    Sioux Falls, SD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Antonios Wehbeh is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Dr. Wehbeh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Ulcerative Colitis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Endoscopy, and Colostomy.

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    Last Updated: 06/30/2026

    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 in South Dakota, US?

    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 in South Dakota, US?

    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 in South Dakota, US?

    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 in South Dakota, US?

    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 in South Dakota, US?

    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 in South Dakota, US?

    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 in South Dakota, US?

    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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