The 20 Best Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Doctors Near Me in Denton, TX

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 25 doctor with experience in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia near Denton, TX. Of these, 20 are Experienced and 5 are Advanced.

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    Experienced in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
    General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine
    Experienced in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
    General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine

    Lee Bariatrics

    2721 Panhandle St, Ste 100, 
    Denton, TX 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Michael Lee is board-certified by the American Board of Surgery (ABS), a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS), and a Fellow of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (FASMBS) with the highest credentials in order to practice the highest level of bariatric surgery and revisional bariatric surgery. He received his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical School at Houston before going on to complete his general surgery residency training at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. Dr. Lee is fellowship-trained in minimally invasive metabolic and bariatric surgery from the renowned Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles.Upon completion of his training, Dr. Lee was recruited as Medical Director of Bariatric Surgery and the Director of the Minimally Invasive and Bariatric Surgery Fellowship Program at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas from 2012-2015 before entering private practice.Dr. Lee specializes in minimally invasive bariatric surgery including revisional surgery as well as a minimally invasive general surgery. He has presented at the national level and published in peer-reviewed journals on topics ranging from robotic-assisted bariatric surgery, advanced laparoscopic surgical techniques, and reducing risk in bariatric surgery. His professional society memberships include the (ACS) American College of Surgeons, (SAGES) Society of American GI and Endoscopic Surgeons, and the (ASMBS) American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgeons. In his free time, Dr. Lee trains for long distance triathlons and hopes to inspire and motivate his patients promoting physical activity and ethical eating. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Cholecystitis, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Texas Digestive Disease Consultants - Denton

    Denton, TX 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bryce Mays is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Denton, Texas. Dr. Mays is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia. He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Gardner Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Experienced in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia

    Texas Health Surgical Specialists

    2721 Panhandle St, Ste 100, 
    Denton, TX 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christian Chambers is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Denton, Texas. Dr. Chambers is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Cellulitis, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

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    Experienced in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
    General Surgery

    Texas Health Surgical Specialists

    2721 Panhandle St, Ste 100, 
    Denton, TX 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Victor Cobos is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Denton, Texas. Dr. Cobos is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Hemorrhoidectomy.

    Experienced in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
    General Surgery

    Texas Health Surgical Specialists

    2721 Panhandle St, Ste 100, 
    Denton, TX 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin

    Dr. Liz Chen’s early interest in human anatomy and physiology turned into a career in general surgery. She earned her medical degree at the Texas A&M University Health Science Center-College of Medicine in Temple. She went on to complete her general surgery residency at Houston Medical Hospital. Dr. Chen is board-certified with additional certifications in the Fundamentals of Endoscopic Surgery and the Fundamentals of Laparoscopic Surgery. She also is skilled in the use of the daVinci robotic surgical system for gallbladder, appendix and other minimally invasive surgeries. In addition to minimally invasive surgeries, Dr. Chen’s clinical focus lies in the diagnosis and treatment of female disorders. When not with her patients, she enjoys cooking, drawing and painting, and playing the kalimba, a musical instrument native to Zimbabwe. Dr. Chen is a member of the American College of Surgeons and the Association of Women Surgeons. Dr. Chen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Experienced in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
    General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine
    Experienced in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
    General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine

    Weight Loss Specialists Of North Texas

    3321 Colorado Blvd, 
    Denton, TX 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Yoruba
    Offers Telehealth

    Folahan Ayoola is a General Surgeon and a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Denton, Texas. Dr. Ayoola is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Obesity in Children, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Gastroenterology

    North Texas Gastrointestinal Associates

    2501 Scripture St, Ste 201, 
    Denton, TX 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shawn Panzer is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Denton, Texas. Dr. Panzer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Levator Syndrome, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Lactose Intolerance, and Painful Swallowing.

    Experienced in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Denton Digestive Institute

    2214 Emery St, Ste 220, 
    Denton, TX 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Kannada

    Abhinandan Raj is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Denton, Texas. Dr. Raj is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Pancreatitis, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    North Texas Gastroenterology

    2701 Shoreline Dr, Ste 101, 
    Denton, TX 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Offers Telehealth

    Vijaya Dasari is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Denton, Texas. Dr. Dasari is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia. She is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
    General Surgery

    Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Denton

    Denton, TX 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Curtis Mosier is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Denton, Texas. Dr. Mosier is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Experienced in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    2665 Scripture St Ste 210, 
    Denton, TX 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Fletcher is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Denton, Texas. Dr. Fletcher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hemorrhoids, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Diverticular Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Texas Digestive Disease Consultants

    4370 Medical Arts Drive, Suite 295, 
    Flower Mound, TX 
     (12.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Krieger is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Flower Mound, Texas. Dr. Krieger is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia. He is also highly rated in 38 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Heartburn, Hemorrhoids, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Krieger is board certified in Gastroenterology- American Board Of Internal Med/Gastroenterology and Gastroenterology- American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Advanced in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Texas Digestive Disease Consultants

    3051 Churchill Drive, Suite 120, 
    Flower Mound, TX 
     (12.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Shailesh Mehta is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Flower Mound, Texas. Dr. Mehta is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Barrett Esophagus, Portal Hypertension, Childhood Volvulus, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Mehta is board certified in Gastroenterology- American Board Of Internal Med/Gastroenterology and Gastroenterology- American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Advanced in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Gastroenterology

    Roy M Joseph MD P.A.

    3324 Colorado Blvd Ste 101, 
    Denton, TX 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Roy Joseph is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Denton, Texas. Dr. Joseph is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia. He is also highly rated in 37 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gardner Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Texas Digestive Disease Consultants

    4370 Medical Arts Drive, Suite 295, 
    Flower Mound, TX 
     (12.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrew Holt is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Flower Mound, Texas. Dr. Holt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Holt is board certified in Gastroenterology- American Board Of Internal Med/Gastroenterology and Gastroenterology- American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Texas Digestive Disease Consultants

    4370 Medical Arts Drive, Suite 295, 
    Flower Mound, TX 
     (12.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Anita Steephen is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Flower Mound, Texas. She has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Steephen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia. She is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Turcot Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Steephen is board certified in Gastroenterology- American Board Of Internal Med/Gastroenterology, Internal Medicine- American Board Of Internal Med, Internal Medicine- American Board Of Internal Medicine, and Gastroenterology- American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
    General Surgery

    Associates Of Surgery

    4370 Medical Arts Dr., Ste 200, 
    Flower Mound, TX 
     (12.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Patrick Shovlin is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Flower Mound, Texas. Dr. Shovlin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, and Hernia Surgery.

    Experienced in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Gastroenterology

    Laxmi Koya, MD

    118 Lynn Ave, Ste 500, 
    Lewisville, TX 
     (13.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Telugu

    Laxmi Koya is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Lewisville, Texas. Dr. Koya is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Gastroenterology

    Jaspaul S. Bhangoo M.D. P.A

    3323 Colorado Blvd Ste 105, 
    Denton, TX 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Amjad Awan is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Denton, Texas. Dr. Awan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Choledocholithiasis, Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
    General Surgery

    North Texas Oncologic And Complex Surgery Associates - Denton

    3537 S Interstate 35 E Ste 200, 
    Denton, TX 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Rizwan Ahmed is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Denton, Texas. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Ahmed is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia. His clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, and Hiatal Hernia. Dr. Ahmed is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia?

    Congenital diaphragmatic hernia is a defect in the diaphragm. The diaphragm, which is composed of muscle and other fibrous tissue, separates the organs in the abdomen from those in the chest. Abnormal development of the diaphragm before birth leads to defects ranging from a thinned area in the diaphragm to its complete absence. An absent or partially formed diaphragm results in an abnormal opening (hernia) that allows the stomach and intestines to move into the chest cavity and crowd the heart and lungs. This crowding can lead to underdevelopment of the lungs (pulmonary hypoplasia), potentially resulting in life-threatening breathing difficulties that are apparent from birth.

    When should I see a Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia doctor near Denton, TX?

    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 a Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia doctor near Denton, TX?

    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 Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia doctors near Denton, TX?

    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 Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia doctors near Denton, TX?

    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 a Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia doctor near Denton, TX?

    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 Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia 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 a Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia doctor near Denton, TX?

    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 Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia 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 Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia 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 Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia doctors near Denton, TX?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia 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 a Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia 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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