The 20 Best Achalasia Doctors Near Me in Jacksonville, FL

Find the Top Achalasia Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 58 doctor with experience in Achalasia near Jacksonville, FL. Of these, 42 are Experienced, 10 are Advanced, 4 are Distinguished and 2 are Elite.

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    Elite in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Elite in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    Fl - Gi

    4500 San Pablo Rd S, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (13.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vivek Kumbhari is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Kumbhari is rated as an Elite 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 Achalasia, Obesity, Pancreatic Pseudocyst, Endoscopy, and Gastric Bypass.

    Elite in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Elite in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    Fl - Gi

    4500 San Pablo Rd S, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (13.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mihir Wagh is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Wagh is rated as an Elite 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 Achalasia, Pancreatic Pseudocyst, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Lithotripsy.

    Advanced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    3 Shircliff Way Ste 400, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Renard Rawls is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Rawls is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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    Advanced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    3 Shircliff Way Ste 400, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ali Lankarani is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Lankarani is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 61 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bile Duct Stricture, Childhood Pancreatitis, Chronic Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    836 Prudential Dr Ste 801, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hemant Goyal is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Goyal 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 Hereditary Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Gastrointestinal Perforation, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Achalasia
    Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Achalasia
    Thoracic Surgery

    Baptist Medical Center Oncology

    1301 W Palm Ave, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Subrato Deb is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Deb is rated as an Advanced 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 Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, Thymectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Achalasia
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Achalasia
    Family Medicine

    Ascension Medical Group St. Vincents Northside Primary Care

    1760 Edgewood Ave W # B, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Willie Pennick is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Pennick 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 Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Achalasia.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    3 Shircliff Way Ste 400, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Sprague is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Sprague is rated as an Experienced 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 Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Portal Hypertension, Childhood Volvulus, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    3 Shircliff Way Ste 400, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anand Patel is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced 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 Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    3 Shircliff Way Ste 400, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Anthony Maniatis is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Maniatis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Gastroparesis, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    3 Shircliff Way Ste 400, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mehmet Cabi is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Cabi is rated as an Experienced 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 Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Visceromegaly, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    3 Shircliff Way Ste 400, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Brown is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Brown 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 Childhood Volvulus, Portal Hypertension, Indigestion, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Internal Medicine

    JM Garmendia MD PA

    2636 Oak St, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jose Garmendia is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Garmendia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Restrictive Cardiomyopathy (RCM), Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Pacemaker Implantation, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    836 Prudential Dr Ste 801, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Rehan Naseemuddin is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Naseemuddin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Intestinal Cancer, Watermelon Stomach, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Achalasia
    General Surgery

    Uf Health Surgery-Jacksonville

    653 W 8th St Fl 2, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ruchir Puri is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Puri is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Gallbladder Removal, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Achalasia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Achalasia
    General Surgery

    Uf Health Surgery-Jacksonville

    653 W 8th St Fl 2, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ziad Awad is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Awad is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Esophageal Cancer, Pancreatectomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

    Distinguished in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    Fl - Gi

    4500 San Pablo Rd S, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (13.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kenneth Devault is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Devault is rated as a Distinguished 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 Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Swallowing Difficulty, Esophagitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Distinguished in Achalasia
    Bariatric Medicine
    Distinguished in Achalasia
    Bariatric Medicine

    FL - Surgery

    4500 San Pablo Rd S, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (13.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Steven Bowers is a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Bowers is rated as a Distinguished 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 Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Achalasia, Endoscopy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Distinguished in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    Fl - Gi

    4500 San Pablo Rd S, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (13.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Andree Koop is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Koop is rated as a Distinguished 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, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Distinguished in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Achalasia
    Gastroenterology

    Ddc

    14810 Old St Augustine Rd Ste 201, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (14.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jose Nieto is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Nieto is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Achalasia. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bile Duct Obstruction, Pancreatic Pseudocyst, Choledocholithiasis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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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 near Jacksonville, FL?

    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 Jacksonville, FL?

    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 Jacksonville, FL?

    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 Jacksonville, FL?

    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 Jacksonville, FL?

    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 Jacksonville, FL?

    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 Jacksonville, FL?

    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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