The 20 Best Achalasia Doctors Near Me in Nebraska, US

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 47 doctor with experience in Achalasia near Nebraska, US. Of these, 41 are Experienced and 6 are Advanced.

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47 providers found
    Advanced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    Internal Medicine Specialties At Durham Outpatient Center

    4400 Emile St., 
    Omaha, NE 
    Experience:
    26+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Alexander Hewlett is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Omaha, Nebraska. He has been practicing medicine for over 26 years. Dr. Hewlett is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroparesis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Bowel Incontinence, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Achalasia
    General Surgery

    General Surgery Clinic At Lauritzen Outpatient Center

    4014 Leavenworth St., 
    Omaha, NE 
    Experience:
    14+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ivy Haskins is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Omaha, Nebraska. She has been practicing medicine for over 14 years. Dr. Haskins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Obesity, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Thoracic Surgery

    Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center - Nebraska Medical Center

    505 S 45th St., 
    Omaha, NE 
    Experience:
    41+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rudy Lackner is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Omaha, Nebraska. He has been practicing medicine for over 41 years. Dr. Lackner 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 Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Lung Cancer, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Endoscopy, and Thymectomy.

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    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    CHI Health Clinic Gastroenterology (Good Samaritan)

    3219 Central Ave, Ste 200, 
    Kearney, NE 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Arif Nawaz is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Kearney, Nebraska. Dr. Nawaz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 52 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Portal Hypertension, Childhood Volvulus, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Nawaz is board certified in Gastroenterology - American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Nawaz is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    CHI Health Clinic Gastroenterology (CUMC - Bergan Mercy)

    7710 Mercy Rd, Medical Office Building One Ste 2000, 
    Omaha, NE 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sampath Poreddy is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Omaha, Nebraska. Dr. Poreddy 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 Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Sclerosing Cholangitis, Endoscopy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy. Dr. Poreddy is board certified in Gastroenterology - American Osteopathic Board Of Internal Medicine and Internal Medicine - American Osteopathic Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Poreddy is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    CHI Health Clinic Gastroenterology (CUMC - Bergan Mercy)

    7710 Mercy Rd, Medical Office Building One Ste 2000, 
    Omaha, NE 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Bob Kizer MD joined CHI Health Clinic on January 1 2013. Dr. Kizer also serves as an Assistant Professor of Medicine Gastroenterology at the Creighton University Medical Center. Dr. Kizer's clinical interests include: Inflammatory Bowel Disease liver disease cancer screening and colonoscopy. Dr. Kizer enjoys spending time with his family physical fitness and playing piano and guitar.Clinical Interests:Inflammatory bowel diseaseliver diseasecancer screeningResearch InterestsInflammatory bowel diseasevitamin D and mucosal healthmedical device developmentRobert Kizer contributes to theCHI Health Better You Blog. Dr. Kizer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 40 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Crohn's Disease, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Kizer is board certified in Gastroenterology - American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Kizer is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    CHI Health Clinic Gastroenterology (CUMC - Bergan Mercy)

    7710 Mercy Rd, Medical Office Building One Ste 2000, 
    Omaha, NE 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ahmed Al is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Omaha, Nebraska. Dr. Al 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 Cholestasis, Bile Duct Stricture, Intestinal Cancer, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Al is board certified in Gastroenterology - American Board Of Internal MedicineInternal Medicine - American Osteopathic Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Al is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    CHI Health Clinic Gastroenterology (Lakeside)

    16909 Lakeside Hills Ct, Ste 300, 
    Omaha, NE 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Erin Jenkins is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Omaha, Nebraska. Dr. Jenkins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. She is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Viral Gastroenteritis, Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Jenkins is board certified in Gastroenterology - American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Jenkins is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Midwest Gastrointestinal Associates PC

    8901 Indian Hills Dr Ste 200, 
    Omaha, NE 
    Experience:
    26+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jason Cisler is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Omaha, Nebraska. He has been practicing medicine for over 26 years. Dr. Cisler is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pseudomembranous Colitis, Necrotizing Enterocolitis, Bacterial Gastroenteritis, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    Midwest Gastrointestinal Associates PC

    8901 Indian Hills Dr Ste 200, 
    Omaha, NE 
    Experience:
    24+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Schafer is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Omaha, Nebraska. He has been practicing medicine for over 24 years. Dr. Schafer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 42 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bile Duct Stricture, Cholestasis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Endoscopy, and Pancreatectomy.

    Advanced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    Nebraska Medicine

    4400 Emile St, 
    Omaha, NE 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Omid Sanaei is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Omaha, Nebraska. Dr. Sanaei is rated as an Advanced 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 Achalasia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Endoscopy, and Lithotripsy.

    Advanced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    Gastroenterology Specialties PC

    4545 R St, 
    Lincoln, NE 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christopher Rife is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Lincoln, Nebraska. Dr. Rife is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 41 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Achalasia
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Achalasia
    General Surgery

    Methodist Physicians Clinic (8111 Dodge)

    8111 Dodge St, 
    Omaha, NE 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    George Dittrick is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Omaha, Nebraska. Dr. Dittrick is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 57 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Adenoma, Pancreatectomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    Saunders Medical Center

    1760 County Rd J, 
    Wahoo, NE 
    Experience:
    20+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marc Scheer is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Wahoo, Nebraska. He has been practicing medicine for over 20 years. Dr. Scheer 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 Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    Internal Medicine Specialties At Durham Outpatient Center

    4400 Emile St., 
    Omaha, NE 
    Experience:
    26+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ishfaq Bhat is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Omaha, Nebraska. He has been practicing medicine for over 26 years. Dr. Bhat 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 Bile Duct Stricture, Cholestasis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Midwest Gastrointestinal Associates PC

    8901 Indian Hills Dr Ste 200, 
    Omaha, NE 
    Experience:
    23+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Cannella is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Omaha, Nebraska. He has been practicing medicine for over 23 years. Dr. Cannella 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 Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Achalasia
    General Surgery

    General Surgery Clinic At Lauritzen Outpatient Center

    4014 Leavenworth St., 
    Omaha, NE 
    Experience:
    21+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vishal Kothari is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Omaha, Nebraska. He has been practicing medicine for over 21 years. Dr. Kothari 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, Hiatal Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    Midwest Gastrointestinal Associates PC

    8901 Indian Hills Dr Ste 200, 
    Omaha, NE 
    Experience:
    38+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Mcginn is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Omaha, Nebraska. He has been practicing medicine for over 38 years. Dr. Mcginn 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, Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    Midwest Gastrointestinal Associates PC

    8901 Indian Hills Dr Ste 200, 
    Omaha, NE 
    Experience:
    24+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brian Ward is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Omaha, Nebraska. He has been practicing medicine for over 24 years. Dr. Ward 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 Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    Saunders Medical Center

    1760 County Rd J, 
    Wahoo, NE 
    Experience:
    19+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rebecca Ehlers is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Wahoo, Nebraska. She has been practicing medicine for over 19 years. Dr. Ehlers is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. She is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

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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 in Nebraska, 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 Nebraska, 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 Nebraska, 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 Nebraska, 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 Nebraska, 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 Nebraska, 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 Nebraska, 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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