The 20 Best Achalasia Doctors Near Me in New Jersey, US

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 234 doctor with experience in Achalasia near New Jersey, US. Of these, 183 are Experienced, 23 are Advanced, 8 are Distinguished and 3 are Elite.

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    Elite in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Elite in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    HMH Advanced And Therapeutic Endoscopy

    186 Rochelle Avenue, 
    Rochelle Park, NJ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michel Kahaleh is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Rochelle Park, New Jersey. Dr. Kahaleh is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 38 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Achalasia, Pancreatic Pseudocyst, Bile Duct Obstruction, Endoscopy, and Gastric Bypass. Dr. Kahaleh is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Elite in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Elite in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    HMH Advanced And Therapeutic Endoscopy

    186 Rochelle Avenue, 
    Rochelle Park, NJ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amy Tyberg is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Rochelle Park, New Jersey. Dr. Tyberg is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. She is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Achalasia, Bile Duct Obstruction, Cholecystitis, Endoscopy, and Gastric Bypass. Dr. Tyberg is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Elite in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Elite in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    HMH Center For Advanced Gastroenterology

    360 Essex Street, Suite 303, 
    Hackensack, NJ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Malav Parikh is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Parikh is rated as an Elite 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 Achalasia, Eosinophilic Enteropathy, Choledocholithiasis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Parikh is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine.

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    Distinguished in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    Atlantic Medical Group Gastroenterology

    435 South Street, Suite 230A, 
    Morristown, NJ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Matthew Grossman is an interventional endoscopist and gastroenterologist with the Atlantic Digestive Health Institute at Morristown, specializing in premalignant conditions and malignancies involving the gastrointestinal (GI) system. Board-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in gastroenterology, and fellowship-trained in gastroenterology and advanced therapeutic endoscopy, Dr. Grossman cares for patients and is called upon for the most challenging endoscopic procedures.Dr. Grossman has performed thousands of advanced procedures providing the highest quality of care using state-of-the-art technology to diagnose and treat patients. His clinical interests are in therapeutic endoscopy: endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), endoscopic ultrasound, submucosal dissection and resection, and endoscopic surgical techniques including endoscopic bariatric surgery, esophageal and gastric POEM, Zenker’s diverticulectomy, transoral incisionless fundoplication, enteric stenting, double balloon enteroscopy, Barrett’s esophagus, pancreatic cyst management and endoscopic suturing.After earning his medical degree from Rutgers/UMDNJ Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, New Brunswick, NJ, Dr. Grossman completed his residency in internal medicine at Columbia University Medical Center, NYC. He then completed a fellowship in gastroenterology at New York University Medical Center, NYC, and went on for a second fellowship in advanced therapeutic endoscopy at Lenox Hill Hospital, NYC.Active in clinic trials of novel endoscopic devices as well as research on pancreatic cancer genomics, Dr. Grossman has written numerous publications in peer-reviewed journals and presented at many national scientific meetings. He has given frequent talks throughout the GI community about the latest innovations in endoscopy.Dr. Grossman is a Fellow of the New York Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy. He maintains active membership in the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, the American College of Gastroenterology, and the American Gastroenterology Association. He is fluent in Spanish. Dr. Grossman is part of the Atlantic Medical Group and a participating provider of the Atlantic Accountable Care Organization. Dr. Grossman is rated as a Distinguished 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 Achalasia, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Gallstones, Endoscopy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Grossman is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Grossman is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    Princeton Medicine Physicians - Center For Digestive Health Plainsboro

    5 Plainsboro Road, Medical Arts Pavilion, Suite 450, 
    Plainsboro, NJ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Monica Saumoy is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Plainsboro, New Jersey. Dr. Saumoy is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. She is also highly rated in 36 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Acute Pancreatitis, Achalasia, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Saumoy is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    HMH Advanced And Therapeutic Endoscopy - Perth Amboy

    516 Lawrie Street, Suite 2, 
    Perth Amboy, NJ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Iman Andalib is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Perth Amboy, New Jersey. Dr. Andalib is rated as a Distinguished 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 Achalasia, Bile Duct Obstruction, Jaundice, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Andalib is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Distinguished in Achalasia
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Achalasia
    General Surgery

    Old Bridge Medical Center

    2 Hospital Plaza, Department Of Surgery, 
    Old Bridge, NJ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati 

    Lava Patel is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Old Bridge, New Jersey. Dr. Patel is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Achalasia, Hernia, Esophagitis, Endoscopy, and Gastric Bypass.

    Distinguished in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology | Anesthesiology
    Distinguished in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology | Anesthesiology

    Cooper Multispecialty Care At Sheridan Pavilion

    3 Cooper Plaza, Sheridan Pavilion, 
    Camden, NJ 
    Experience:
    26+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Joshua Desipio is an Anesthesiologist practicing medicine in Camden, New Jersey. He has been practicing medicine for over 26 years. Dr. Desipio is rated as a Distinguished 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 Achalasia, Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Desipio is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine,Gastroenterology , 2007.

    Advanced in Achalasia
    Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Achalasia
    Thoracic Surgery

    Surgical Oncology At CentraState

    1 Route 37 West, Suite 6, 
    Toms River, NJ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Igor Brichkov, MD, FACS, is a fellowship-trained thoracic surgeon with Atlantic Medical Group (AMG). Board-certified in surgery by the American Board of Surgery and in thoracic and cardiac surgery by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery, he specializes in treating a variety of malignant and benign tumors and disorders of the pleural space, the chest wall and the mediastinum, including radiofrequency ablation of lung cancer and treating pleural mesothelioma patients. With more than 20 years of experience in the field, he believes in pursuing minimally invasive treatment and robotic surgery whenever possible, resulting in smaller incisions and shorter recovery times after surgery.After earning his medical degree at Albany Medical College, Albany, NY, Dr. Brichkov performed a general surgical residency at Maimonides Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY, followed by a cardiothoracic surgery residency at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Montefiore Medical Center, Bronx, New York. He then completed a fellowship in minimally invasive thoracic surgery at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and served as a clinical instructor at the hospital’s Heart Lung and Esophageal Surgery Institute. Prior to joining AMG, he served as a thoracic surgeon in New York City, and associate professor of cardiovascular and thoracic surgery at Albert Einstein College of Medicine.The author of many publications in peer-reviewed medical journals and book chapters, Dr. Brichkov has presented at several national and international conferences and taught courses in percutaneous tracheostomy and endobronchial ultrasound. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS), and member of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons, New York Society for Thoracic Surgery, New York General Thoracic Surgery Club, and the General Thoracic Surgery Club, as well as a participating provider of the Atlantic Accountable Care Organization. Dr. Brichkov 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 Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Achalasia, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Brichkov is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Brichkov is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology
    Advanced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology

    26 East Red Bank Avenue

    26 East Red Bank Avenue, 
    Woodbury, NJ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nicholas Orfanidis is a Hepatologist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Woodbury, New Jersey. Dr. Orfanidis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 48 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Anemia, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Orfanidis is board certified in Gastroenterology. Dr. Orfanidis is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology
    Advanced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology

    26 East Red Bank Avenue

    26 East Red Bank Avenue, 
    Woodbury, NJ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Dimarino is a Hepatologist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Woodbury, New Jersey. Dr. Dimarino is rated as an Advanced 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 Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Dimarino is board certified in Gastroenterology. Dr. Dimarino is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology
    Advanced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology
    2211 Chapel Avenue West, 
    Cherry Hill, NJ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Colin Smith is a Hepatologist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Cherry Hill, New Jersey. Dr. Smith is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 43 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Colitis, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Smith is board certified in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology. Dr. Smith is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    Rutgers Health Department Of Medicine

    125 Paterson St Ste 5100, 
    New Brunswick, NJ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Petros Benias is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Dr. Benias is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Achalasia, Bile Duct Obstruction, Gastroparesis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Distinguished in Achalasia
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Achalasia
    General Surgery

    Morris Primary Care

    166 Morris Ave Fl 2, 
    Long Branch, NJ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dmitry Oleynikov is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Long Branch, New Jersey. Dr. Oleynikov is rated as a Distinguished 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 Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Endoscopy, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Oleynikov is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    Virtua Gastroenterology-Voorhees At Centennial Blvd

    502 Centennial Blvd Ste 3, 
    Voorhees, NJ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Zubair Malik is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Voorhees, New Jersey. Dr. Malik is rated as a Distinguished 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 Gastroparesis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Barrett Esophagus, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    HMH Advanced And Therapeutic Endoscopy

    19 Davis Avenue, Floor 6, 
    Neptune, NJ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Haroon Shahid is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Neptune, New Jersey. Dr. Shahid is rated as an Advanced 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 Bile Duct Obstruction, Esophageal Varices, Cholestasis, Endoscopy, and Gastric Bypass. Dr. Shahid is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Advanced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    HMH - Gastroenterology - Neptune

    19 Davis Avenue, Floor 6, 
    Neptune, NJ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Douglas Weinstein is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Neptune, New Jersey. Dr. Weinstein is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroparesis, Achalasia, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Weinstein is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Advanced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    HMH - Gastroenterology - Neptune

    1945 Route 33, Jersey Shore University Medical Center, 
    Neptune, NJ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sameer Dhalla is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Neptune, New Jersey. Dr. Dhalla is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroparesis, Achalasia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Endoscopy, and Stent Placement. Dr. Dhalla is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Advanced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    Allied Digestive Health, LLC

    1640 Route 88, Suite 202, 
    Brick, NJ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi

    Sandhya Shukla is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Brick, New Jersey. Dr. Shukla is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Ascites, Achalasia, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Shukla is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Advanced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    Princeton Medicine Physicians - Center For Digestive Health Plainsboro

    5 Plainsboro Road, Medical Arts Pavilion, Suite 450, 
    Plainsboro, NJ 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Anish Sheth is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Plainsboro, New Jersey. Dr. Sheth is rated as an Advanced 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, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Sheth is board certified in Gastroenterology, 2008. Dr. Sheth 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 in New Jersey, 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 New Jersey, 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 New Jersey, 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 New Jersey, 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 New Jersey, 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 New Jersey, 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 New Jersey, 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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