The 20 Best Diarrhea Doctors Near Me in Metairie, LA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 116 doctor with experience in Diarrhea near Metairie, LA. Of these, 95 are Experienced and 21 are Advanced.

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116 providers found
    Advanced in Diarrhea

    Dr. Sean E. Connolly
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Diarrhea

    Dr. Sean E. Connolly
    Gastroenterology

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Highway, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    504-842-4015
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Sean Connolly is a Gastroenterologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Connolly is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. His top areas of expertise are Primary Biliary Cholangitis, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Portal Hypertension, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Connolly is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Diarrhea

    Dr. Gregory P. Gaspard
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Diarrhea

    Dr. Gregory P. Gaspard
    Gastroenterology

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    504-842-3000
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Gregory Gaspard is a Gastroenterologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Gaspard is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. His top areas of expertise are Gastroparesis, Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Gaspard is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Diarrhea

    Dr. Cecilia Duchamp
    Pediatrics
    Experienced in Diarrhea

    Dr. Cecilia Duchamp
    Pediatrics

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
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    Cecilia Duchamp is a Pediatrics provider in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Duchamp is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. Her top areas of expertise are Cerebral Hypoxia, Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), Malnutrition, and Infantile Pyloric Stenosis.

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    Experienced in Diarrhea

    Dr. Vallisitaram Kodali
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Diarrhea

    Dr. Vallisitaram Kodali
    Gastroenterology

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1516 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Vallisitaram Kodali is a Gastroenterologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Kodali is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastritis, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Diarrhea

    Dr. Arnab Ray
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Diarrhea

    Dr. Arnab Ray
    Gastroenterology

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Highway, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    504-842-4015
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Arnab Ray is a Gastroenterologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Ray is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. His top areas of expertise are Gastroparesis, Hiatal Hernia, Pseudomembranous Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Ray is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Diarrhea

    Dr. Matthew C. Rice
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Diarrhea

    Dr. Matthew C. Rice
    Gastroenterology

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Highway, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    504-842-4015
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Matthew Rice is a Gastroenterologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Rice is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. His top areas of expertise are Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Watermelon Stomach, Esophageal Varices, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Rice is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Diarrhea

    Dr. James W. Smith
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Diarrhea

    Dr. James W. Smith
    Gastroenterology

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Highway, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    504-842-4015
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
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    James Smith is a Gastroenterologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. His top areas of expertise are Lower Esophageal Ring, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Gastroparesis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Smith is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Diarrhea

    Dr. Shamita Shah
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Diarrhea

    Dr. Shamita Shah
    Gastroenterology

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Highway, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    504-842-4015
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
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    Shamita Shah is a Gastroenterologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. Her top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Ulcerative Colitis, and Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis. Dr. Shah is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Diarrhea

    Dr. Reinaldo J. Quevedo
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Diarrhea

    Dr. Reinaldo J. Quevedo
    Gastroenterology

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Highway, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    504-842-4015
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Dr. Reinaldo Quevedo is board-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and completed his residency in 2014. He has been on staff at Ochsner since September 2020. Dr. Quevedo specializes in gastroenterology. Dr. Quevedo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. His top areas of expertise are Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Intestinal Cancer, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Diarrhea

    Dr. Nayan Shah
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Diarrhea

    Dr. Nayan Shah
    Gastroenterology

    Ochsner Medical Complex - Clearview

    4400 Veterans Memorial Blvd, 
    Metairie, LA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Nayan Shah is a Gastroenterologist in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastritis, Barrett Esophagus, and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).

    Experienced in Diarrhea

    Dr. Austin C. Thomas
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Diarrhea

    Dr. Austin C. Thomas
    Gastroenterology

    Ochsner Medical Complex - Clearview

    4430 Veterans Memorial Blvd, 
    Metairie, LA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    504-842-4015
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Austin Thomas is a Gastroenterologist in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Thomas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. His top areas of expertise are Esophageal Varices, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Lower Esophageal Ring, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Thomas is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Diarrhea

    Dr. Kelli H. Morgan
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Diarrhea

    Dr. Kelli H. Morgan
    Gastroenterology

    Ochsner Medical Complex - Clearview

    4430 Veterans Memorial Blvd, 
    Metairie, LA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    504-371-6580
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Kelli Morgan is a Gastroenterologist in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Morgan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. Her top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, and Endoscopy. Dr. Morgan is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Diarrhea

    Dr. Jason Gillon
    Pediatrics
    Experienced in Diarrhea

    Dr. Jason Gillon
    Pediatrics

    Children's Hospital New Orleans

    200 Henry Clay Ave, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    504-899-9511
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Jason Gillon is a Pediatrics provider in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Gillon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. His top areas of expertise are Croup, Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection, and Asthma in Children.

    Experienced in Diarrhea

    Dr. Kathryn Hodgdon
    Pediatrics
    Experienced in Diarrhea

    Dr. Kathryn Hodgdon
    Pediatrics

    Children's Hospital New Orleans

    200 Henry Clay Ave, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    504-899-9511
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Kathryn Hodgdon is a Pediatrics provider in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Hodgdon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. Her top areas of expertise are Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), Asthma in Children, Croup, and Diarrhea.

    Experienced in Diarrhea

    Dr. Stephen Mac
    Pediatrics
    Experienced in Diarrhea

    Dr. Stephen Mac
    Pediatrics

    Children's Hospital New Orleans

    200 Henry Clay Ave, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    504-896-9474
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Stephen Mac is a Pediatrics provider in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Mac is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. His top areas of expertise are Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection, Asthma in Children, Scarlet Fever, and Croup.

    Experienced in Diarrhea

    Dr. Patrick Ryan
    Pediatrics
    Experienced in Diarrhea

    Dr. Patrick Ryan
    Pediatrics

    Children's Hospital New Orleans

    200 Henry Clay Ave, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    504-896-9474
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Patrick Ryan is a Pediatrics provider in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Ryan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. His top areas of expertise are Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), Asthma in Children, Diarrhea, and Croup.

    Experienced in Diarrhea

    Dr. Ireal Johnson
    Pediatrics
    Experienced in Diarrhea

    Dr. Ireal Johnson
    Pediatrics

    Children's Hospital New Orleans

    200 Henry Clay Ave, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    504-896-9474
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Ireal Johnson is a Pediatrics provider in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Johnson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. Her top areas of expertise are Asthma in Children, Viral Gastroenteritis, Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection, and Croup.

    Experienced in Diarrhea

    Dr. Julia Schweizer
    Pediatrics
    Experienced in Diarrhea

    Dr. Julia Schweizer
    Pediatrics

    Children's Hospital New Orleans

    200 Henry Clay Ave, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    504-899-9511
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Julia Schweizer is a Pediatrics provider in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Schweizer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. Her top areas of expertise are Asthma in Children, Croup, Viral Gastroenteritis, and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection.

    Experienced in Diarrhea

    Dr. Drexel Proctor
    Pediatrics
    Experienced in Diarrhea

    Dr. Drexel Proctor
    Pediatrics

    Children's Hospital New Orleans

    200 Henry Clay Ave, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    504-896-9474
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Drexel Proctor is a Pediatrics provider in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Proctor is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. His top areas of expertise are Asthma in Children, Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection, Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), and Croup.

    Experienced in Diarrhea

    Dr. Ayush Gupta
    Pediatrics
    Experienced in Diarrhea

    Dr. Ayush Gupta
    Pediatrics

    Children's Hospital New Orleans

    200 Henry Clay Ave, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    504-896-9474
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Ayush Gupta is a Pediatrics provider in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Gupta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diarrhea. His top areas of expertise are Asthma in Children, Croup, Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection, and Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+).

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Diarrhea?

    Diarrhea is when you pass loose or watery stool.

    When should I see a Diarrhea doctor near Metairie, LA?

    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 Diarrhea doctor near Metairie, LA?

    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 do I find the best Diarrhea doctor near Metairie, LA?

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    How does MediFind rank Diarrhea doctors near Metairie, LA?

    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 Diarrhea doctors near Metairie, LA?

    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 Diarrhea doctor near Metairie, LA?

    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 Diarrhea doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Diarrhea 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 Diarrhea doctor near Metairie, LA?

    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 Diarrhea 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 Diarrhea 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 Diarrhea doctors near Metairie, LA?

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

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