The 20 Best Esophageal Perforation Doctors Near Me in ponte vedra, FL

Find the Top Esophageal Perforation Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 13 doctor with experience in Esophageal Perforation near ponte vedra, FL. Of these, 11 are Experienced and 2 are Advanced.

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13 providers found
    Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Fl - Gi

    4500 San Pablo Rd S, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Swathi Eluri is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Eluri is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. She is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Esophagitis, Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Barrett Esophagus, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Eluri is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Fl - Gi

    4500 San Pablo Rd S, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mihir Wagh is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Wagh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Achalasia, Pancreatic Pseudocyst, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Lithotripsy. Dr. Wagh is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Internal Medicine

    Mayo Clinic Hospital In Florida

    4500 San Pablo Rd S, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Bala Munipalli is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Munipalli is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Long Haul COVID, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), Fibromyalgia, and Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia. Dr. Munipalli is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Internal Medicine

    Mayo Clinic Hospital In Florida

    4500 San Pablo Rd S, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Justin Oring is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Oring is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Nocardiosis, Pulmonary Nocardiosis, Osteomyelitis, Cytomegalovirus Infection, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. Oring is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Fl - Gi

    4500 San Pablo Rd S, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Vivek Kumbhari is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Kumbhari is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. 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. Dr. Kumbhari is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Borland Groover Clinic, PA

    400 Colonnade Dr, Ste 230, 
    Ponte Vedra, FL 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Dutch
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Donevan Westerveld is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Ponte Vedra, Florida. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Westerveld is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tenesmus, Portal Hypertension, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Westerveld is board certified in The American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology and The American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine. Dr. Westerveld is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Borland - Groover Clinic

    3627 University Blvd S, Ste 705, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (13.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Telugu, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Bharat Misra is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Misra is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. He is also highly rated in 48 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bacterial Gastroenteritis, Necrotizing Enterocolitis, Pseudomembranous Colitis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Misra is board certified in The American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology. Dr. Misra is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Internal Medicine

    Pierce Chiropractic & Rehabilitation PA

    8773 Perimeter Park Ct, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (10.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Shawn Chopra is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Chopra is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. He is also highly rated in 40 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Lung Metastases, COVID-19, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Chopra is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Borland - Groover Clinic

    14540 Old Saint Augustine Rd, Ste 2207, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (11.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Lindsey Merritt is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Merritt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. She is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gallstones, Cholestasis, Childhood Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Merritt is board certified in AB Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine, American Osteopathic Board IM - Gastroenterology, AB Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology), American Osteopathic Board Internal Medicine, The American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology, and The American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine. Dr. Merritt is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Borland Groover Clinic, PA

    4800 Belfort Rd, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (12.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients

    Kinesh Changela is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Changela is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. He is also highly rated in 60 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastritis, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Watermelon Stomach, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Changela is board certified in The American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology and The American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine. Dr. Changela is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Jacksonville Center For Endoscopy-Southside

    4800 Belfort Rd, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (12.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Scott Cooper is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Cooper is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. He is also highly rated in 52 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cronkhite-Canada Disease, Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome, Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Cooper is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Family Medicine

    HCA Florida Memorial Hospital

    3625 University Blvd S, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (13.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Guillermo Varela is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Varela is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Acute Kidney Failure, Peptic Ulcer, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Family Medicine

    HCA Florida Memorial Hospital

    3625 University Blvd S, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (13.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kaushambi Parghi is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Parghi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Acute Kidney Failure, Rhabdomyolysis, Sepsis, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Esophageal Perforation?

    An esophageal perforation is a hole in the esophagus. The esophagus is the tube food passes through as it goes from the mouth to the stomach.

    When should I see an Esophageal Perforation doctor near ponte vedra, 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 Esophageal Perforation doctor near ponte vedra, 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 Esophageal Perforation doctors near ponte vedra, 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 Esophageal Perforation doctors near ponte vedra, 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 Esophageal Perforation doctor near ponte vedra, 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 Esophageal Perforation doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Esophageal Perforation 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 Esophageal Perforation doctor near ponte vedra, 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 Esophageal Perforation 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 Esophageal Perforation 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 Esophageal Perforation doctors near ponte vedra, FL?

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

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