The 20 Best Diaphragmatic Hernia Doctors Near Me in Miami, FL

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 124 doctor with experience in Diaphragmatic Hernia near Miami, FL. Of these, 97 are Experienced, 17 are Advanced, 6 are Distinguished and 3 are Elite.

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    Elite in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Neonatology | Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Elite in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Neonatology | Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Office

    1150 NW 14th St Ste 507, 
    Miami, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rodrigo Ruano is a Neonatologist and an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in Miami, Florida. Dr. Ruano is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hernia, Lung Agenesis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Elite in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    General Surgery
    Elite in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    General Surgery

    Tampa General Hospital

    1 Tampa General Cir, 
    Tampa, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vic Velanovich is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Velanovich is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Achalasia, Hernia, Endoscopy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Elite in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Bariatric Medicine
    Elite in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Bariatric Medicine

    University Medical Service Association Inc

    2 Tampa General Cir, 
    Tampa, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Ducoin is a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Ducoin is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

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    Distinguished in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    General Surgery

    Johns Hopkins All Children's Outpatient Care, St. Petersburg

    601 5th Street South, Suite 360, Suite 360, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Dr. Kays is the medical director of the Center for Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia (CDH) at Johns Hopkins All Children’s and leads the first unit in the country exclusively dedicated to these patients. He also serves as director of the extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) program and co-director of the Fetal Diagnosis/Treatment program. He joined the medical staff in 2016. Dr. Kays has more than two decades of clinical and research leadership in the treatment of CDH, a life-threatening birth defect that affects about one in every 3,000 pregnancies. His research has focused on defining the best treatment strategies for this challenging neonatal diagnosis and contributed to significant advances in care and outcomes. Dr. Kays was previously with UF Health and Shands Children’s Hospital for more than 20 years. He was also surgeon in chief, professor of surgery and chief of the division of pediatric surgery in the University of Florida College of Medicine, Department of Surgery, where he led the ECMO and congenital diaphragmatic hernia program for over 20 years. He is the author or coauthor of more than 60 peer-reviewed original science publications and speaks nationally and internationally on CDH care and outcomes. Dr. Kays earned his medical degree from the Feinberg School of Medicine at Northwestern University. He completed a surgical residency at Strong Memorial Hospital, University of Rochester Medical Center, and then completed a pediatric surgery fellowship at Morgan-Stanley Children’s Hospital of Columbia University, New York. Dr. Kays is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the American Academy of Pediatrics and a member of the Children’s Oncology Group. Videos Meet David Kays, M.D. Dr. Kays is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diaphragmatic Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hernia, Donnai-Barrow Syndrome, and Appendectomy. Dr. Kays is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Distinguished in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    General Surgery

    Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital

    Saint Petersburg, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Smithers is an associate professor of surgery and director of the Esophageal and Airway Treatment (EAT) Program in the Department of Surgery at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital since 2019. He was honored for Innovations in Clinical Care at the Johns Hopkins Medicine Clinical Awards for 2020. As a leader in both innovation and expertise for pediatric thoracic surgery, he and his team see patients from all over the United States and internationally. The team also makes several invited trips per year around the country and world for lectures and conferences, in addition to helping patients and teaching other surgical teams regarding complex esophageal and airway surgical techniques in the operating room. Dr. Smithers previously served as assistant professor of surgery at Boston Children’s Hospital from 2009-2019, as part of their groundbreaking EAT program. His clinical specialties are congenital and acquired conditions of the esophagus and airway, vascular rings, congenital diaphragmatic hernia, extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), surgical critical care, and minimally invasive surgery. He earned his medical degree from Albany Medical College and completed his residency in general surgery at Oregon Health and Science University in Portland. He served as fellow in pediatric surgery at Boston Children’s Hospital after completing a research fellowship and a surgical critical care fellowship at Boston Children’s Hospital. He also completed a global surgery clinical fellowship at Harvard Medical School. Videos Meet Jason Smithers, M.D. What is esophageal stricture and how is it treated? What is tracheomalacia and how is it treated? What is recurrent tracheoesophageal fistula (rTEF) and how is it treated? What is long gap esophageal atresia and how is it treated?. Dr. Smithers is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Esophageal Atresia, Tracheoesophageal Fistula, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Smithers is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

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

    Egil And Pauline Braathen Center/Maroone Cancer Center

    2950 Cleveland Clinic Boulevard, 
    Weston, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Italian, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Emanuele Menzo is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Weston, Florida. Dr. Menzo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. He is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Obesity, Hiatal Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Menzo is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, 2004.

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

    Family Health Center, Stuart

    3801 South Kanner Highway, 
    Stuart, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Federico Serrot is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Stuart, Florida. Dr. Serrot is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Gastrectomy, and Gastric Bypass. Dr. Serrot is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, 2018.

    Distinguished in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    General Surgery

    Univ. Medical Service Association Inc.

    2 Tampa General Cir, 
    Tampa, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Adham Saad is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Saad is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Endoscopy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Distinguished in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Bariatric Medicine
    Distinguished in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Bariatric Medicine

    Cleveland Clinic Florida

    2950 Cleveland Clinic Blvd, 
    Weston, FL 
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Raul Rosenthal is a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Weston, Florida. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Rosenthal is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Obesity, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Distinguished in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    General Surgery

    University Medical Service Association Inc

    13330 Usf Laurel Dr, 
    Tampa, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Joseph Sujka is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Sujka is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Gastroparesis, Hernia, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Distinguished in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    General Surgery

    Cleveland Clinic Florida

    2950 Cleveland Clinic Blvd, 
    Weston, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Samuel Szomstein is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Weston, Florida. Dr. Szomstein is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Obesity, Hiatal Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

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

    Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital

    501 6th Avenue South, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Russell “Rusty” Jennings, a pioneer of pediatric surgical procedures for malformed esophageal and tracheal conditions, is a surgeon in the Esophageal and Airway Treatment (EAT) Program at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, which he joined in 2022. A pediatric surgeon for more than 40 years, Dr. Jennings founded and directed the world’s first Esophageal and Airway Treatment (EAT) Center at Boston Children’s Hospital. There he led a multidisciplinary team that worked on solving unsolved problems, and developed innovative techniques for evaluation, diagnosis and successful treatment of: complex esophageal strictures esophageal atresia “long gap” esophageal atresia esophageal replacement tracheo-esophageal fistulas recurrent tracheo-esophageal fistulas laryngo-tracheo-esophageal clefts tracheomalacia bronchomalacia tracheal reconstruction aberrant subclavian artery vascular compression syndromes vascular rings pectus excavatum chest wall deformities asphyxiating thoracic dystrophies recurrent laryngeal nerve monitoring during thoracic surgery Dr. Jennings has many publications on these topics including the largest series of successful treatment of complex recurrent tracheoesophageal fistulas in the literature with excellent outcomes, techniques to grow patients’ tissues to allow repair and connection of the esophagus in cases of esophageal atresia and esophageal injury, esophageal replacement with jejunum, and treatment of tracheomalacia. He has frequently taught and presented on these and numerous other related topics regionally, nationally, and internationally. Dr. Jennings’ prior work includes establishing the first fetal surgery center in New England; Dr. Jennings developed the first successful fetal cardiac surgery program in the world treating HLHS before birth. Dr. Jennings earned his medical degree from the University of California, San Francisco. His general surgery residency was done at the University of California, San Francisco. He was a postdoctoral research fellow for three years in the Fetal Treatment Center and Fetal Treatment Laboratory while completing the residency. He completed a pediatric surgery fellowship at Boston Children’s/Harvard Medical School. Dr. Jennings is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Esophageal Atresia, Tracheoesophageal Fistula, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Double Aortic Arch, and Endoscopy. Dr. Jennings is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Advanced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Thoracic Surgery

    Institute For Advanced Thoracic Surgery

    6718 Lake Nona Blvd Ste 120, 
    Orlando, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Farid Gharagozloo is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Orlando, Florida. Dr. Gharagozloo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS), Endoscopy, and Hernia Surgery.

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

    Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital

    Saint Petersburg, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Shieh is a pediatric surgeon in the Department of Surgery at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital. She joined the medical staff in 2021 and sees patients on our main campus in St. Petersburg, Florida, and also at Tampa General Hospital and Brandon Regional Hospital. Her clinical focus includes esophageal and airway treatment (EAT). Dr. Shieh earned her medical degree from the University of Arizona College of Medicine — Phoenix. She completed her general surgery residency at New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University Medical Center, during which she did a pediatric surgery research fellowship at Boston Children’s Hospital. She then completed her pediatric surgery fellowship at Boston Children’s Hospital. Dr. Shieh speaks Mandarin Chinese and Spanish. Dr. Shieh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Esophageal Atresia, Tracheoesophageal Fistula, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Shieh is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia

    Gulf Coast Medical Center

    9238 US Highway 19, 
    Port Richey, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Elliott Wagner is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Port Richey, Florida. Dr. Wagner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Neonatal Ovarian Cyst, Nasal Flaring, Gallbladder Disease, and Pleurisy. Dr. Wagner is board certified in American Board Of Radiology. Dr. Wagner is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Pediatric Surgery
    Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Pediatric Surgery

    Office

    300 NW 70th Ave Ste 202, 
    Plantation, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ruchi Amin is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Plantation, Florida. Dr. Amin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gastroschisis, Tracheoesophageal Fistula, Infantile Pyloric Stenosis, and Diaphragmatic Hernia.

    Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Obstetrics and Gynecology | Neonatology
    Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Obstetrics and Gynecology | Neonatology

    Florida Woman Care LLC

    770 Northpoint Pkwy Ste 200, 
    West Palm Beach, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Eftichia Kontopoulos is a Neonatologist and an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in West Palm Beach, Florida. Dr. Kontopoulos is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Twin-To-Twin Transfusion Syndrome, Anemia, Intrauterine Growth Restriction, Gestational Diabetes, and Endoscopy. Dr. Kontopoulos is board certified in American Board Of Obstetrics & Gynecology. Dr. Kontopoulos is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia

    Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center

    52 Underwood St, 
    Orlando, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Meenor Sagar is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Orlando, Florida. Dr. Sagar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, Gastrostomy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

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

    University Medical Service Association Inc

    2 Tampa General Cir, 
    Tampa, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Kuo is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Kuo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Umbilical Hernia, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Gallbladder Removal.

    Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia
    Experienced in Diaphragmatic Hernia

    Irving Radiology, Inc

    4110 Center Pointe Dr, 
    Fort Myers, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Philip Brandeis is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Fort Myers, Florida. Dr. Brandeis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diaphragmatic Hernia. He is also highly rated in 65 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Nasal Flaring, Herniated Disk, Gallbladder Disease, and Carbuncle.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    When should I see a Diaphragmatic Hernia doctor near Miami, 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 a Diaphragmatic Hernia doctor near Miami, 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 Diaphragmatic Hernia doctors near Miami, 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 Diaphragmatic Hernia doctors near Miami, 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 a Diaphragmatic Hernia doctor near Miami, 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 Diaphragmatic Hernia doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different 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 Diaphragmatic Hernia doctor near Miami, 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 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 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 Diaphragmatic Hernia doctors near Miami, FL?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the 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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