The 20 Best Esophageal Perforation Doctors Near Me in Royal Oak, MI

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 91 doctor with experience in Esophageal Perforation near Royal Oak, MI. Of these, 76 are Experienced, 12 are Advanced and 3 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Esophageal Perforation
    Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery
    Distinguished in Esophageal Perforation
    Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery

    Brighton Center For Specialty Care

    7500 Challis Rd, Entrance 1, Level 2, 
    Brighton, MI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jules Lin, M.D. is a faculty member in the Section of Thoracic Surgery at the University of Michigan and is the surgical director of the Lung Transplant Program. He is the inaugural Mark B. Orringer Professor. He is currently serving on the Robotic Surgery Steering Committee. He is also involved in establishing national guidelines as a member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Panel and the American College of Surgeons Surgical Standards Manual, Lung Group.Dr. Lin was a Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Indiana University and received his undergraduate degree with highest distinction in 1995. He received his medical degree from Harvard Medical School in 1999 and completed his General Surgical Residency in 2006 at the University of Michigan. During this time, he also completed a Surgical Critical Care Fellowship in 2003 and a research fellowship in the Thoracic Surgery Tumor Biology Laboratory in 2004 for which he received the Moses Gunn Young Investigator and James Crudup Awards. He completed his Cardiothoracic Surgery Residency at the University of Washington.His research interests include investigating the molecular biology of esophageal and lung carcinoma and translating these findings into new techniques for screening, staging, and tailoring therapies for individual patients.Clinical Specialization:Dr. Lin specializes in general thoracic surgery and is interested in the treatment of lung and esophageal cancer, minimally-invasive approaches, tracheobronchial resection and reconstruction, sympathectomy for hyperhidrosis, and lung transplantation. Dr. Lin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Lung Cancer, Esophageal Perforation, Lung Transplant, and Endoscopy. Dr. Lin is board certified in Thoracic & Cardiac Surgery and Surgery.

    Distinguished in Esophageal Perforation
    Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery
    Distinguished in Esophageal Perforation
    Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery

    Taubman Center

    1500 E Medical Center Dr, Floor 2 Reception C, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Rishindra M. Reddy, M.D., is the José José Alvarez Research Professor in Thoracic Surgery. He was born and raised in Michigan. He earned his undergraduate and medical degrees at Northwestern University, and completed his general surgery residency at Washington University-Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri. His spent two years during his residency, as a Clinical Research Fellow at the National Cancer Institute in Bethesda, Maryland. He completed his Thoracic Surgery residency at the University of Washington and was a visiting fellow at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York. His academic interests include improving outcomes for patients with thoracic cancers, molecular targeting for thoracic cancers, resident and medical student education.Clinical Specialization: Dr. Reddy's clinical interests include all aspects of general thoracic surgery including thoracic oncology, minimally invasive techniques and robotics surgery, esophageal diseases, pectus repairs and therapy for end stage lung disease including transplantation and lung volume surgery. Dr. Reddy is rated as a Distinguished 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 Lung Cancer, Hiatal Hernia, Esophageal Cancer, Endoscopy, and Lung Transplant. Dr. Reddy is board certified in Surgery and Thoracic & Cardiac Surgery.

    Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
    Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
    Thoracic Surgery

    Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital Thoracic Surgery - 3577 W 13 Mile Rd

    3577 West 13 Mile Road, Suite 202A, 
    Royal Oak, MI 
    Experience:
    38+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas Watson is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Royal Oak, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 38 years. Dr. Watson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Nodules, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Hiatal Hernia, Endoscopy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy. Dr. Watson is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Watson is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
    Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
    Thoracic Surgery

    Corewell Health General Surgery - 5400 Fort St

    5400 Fort Street, Suite 150, 
    Trenton, MI 
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Aramaic , Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kevin Jamil is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Trenton, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Jamil is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Jamil is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Jamil is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
    General Surgery

    Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital Pediatric Surgery

    3535 West 13 Mile Road, Office 307, 
    Royal Oak, MI 
    Experience:
    22+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, American Sign Language, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nathan Novotny is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Royal Oak, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 22 years. Dr. Novotny is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Infantile Pyloric Stenosis, Duodenal Atresia, Hernia, Appendectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Novotny is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Novotny is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology | Family Medicine
    Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology | Family Medicine

    Munson Medical Center Medical Procedure Room

    1105 Sixth Street, 
    Traverse City, MI 
    Experience:
    20+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeremy Barber is a Gastroenterologist and a Family Medicine provider practicing medicine in Traverse City, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 20 years. Dr. Barber is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. He is also highly rated in 41 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Childhood Pancreatitis, Bile Duct Stricture, Cholestasis, Endoscopy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Barber is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology - 2013. Dr. Barber is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology

    Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital Gastroenterology - 3535 W 13 Mile Rd

    3535 West 13 Mile Road, Suite 248, 
    Royal Oak, MI 
    Experience:
    34+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Laith Jamil is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Royal Oak, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 34 years. Dr. Jamil is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. He is also highly rated in 38 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bile Duct Obstruction, Cholestasis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Jamil is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Jamil is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Esophageal Perforation
    Thoracic Surgery
    Distinguished in Esophageal Perforation
    Thoracic Surgery

    Henry Ford Cancer-Detroit

    2800 W Grand Blvd, 
    Detroit, MI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ikenna Okereke is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Detroit, Michigan. Dr. Okereke is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Esophageal Perforation, Lung Cancer, Mediastinitis, Tissue Biopsy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Thoracic Surgery

    Corewell Health Beaumont Grosse Pointe Hospital Multispecialty Center 16815 E Jefferson Ave

    16815 East Jefferson Avenue, Suite 240, 
    Grosse Pointe, MI 
    Experience:
    27+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Coello is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Grosse Pointe, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 27 years. Dr. Coello is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Nodules, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Collapsed Lung, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Coello is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Coello is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Thoracic Surgery

    Corewell Health Farmington Hills Hospital Lung Nodule Clinic - 27900 Grand River

    27900 Grand River Avenue, Suite 230, 
    Farmington Hills, MI 
    Experience:
    11+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Caitlin Wahl is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Farmington Hills, Michigan. She has been practicing medicine for over 11 years. Dr. Wahl is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Collapsed Lung, Fibrosing Mediastinitis, Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, and Esophageal Perforation. Dr. Wahl is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Wahl is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology

    Corewell Health Gastroenterology - 4100 Lake Dr SE

    4100 Lake Drive Southeast, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephen Simmer is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Simmer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallstones, Bile Duct Stricture, Gallbladder Disease, Intestinal Cancer, and Endoscopy. Dr. Simmer is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Simmer is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Thoracic Surgery

    Corewell Health Cardiothoracic Surgery - 221 Michigan St NE

    221 Michigan Street Northeast, Suite 300, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
    Experience:
    11+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jordan Groskurth is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 11 years. Dr. Groskurth 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 Fibrosing Mediastinitis, Collapsed Lung, Cardiac Tamponade, Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion, and Heart Bypass Surgery. Dr. Groskurth is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Groskurth is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology

    Corewell Health Gastroenterology - 4100 Lake Dr SE

    4100 Lake Drive Southeast, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
    Experience:
    19+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ryan Wong is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 19 years. Dr. Wong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bile Duct Stricture, Cholestasis, Childhood Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Wong is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Wong is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    General Surgery

    Southeast Michigan Surgical Specialists

    3535 West 13 Mile Road, Suite 501, 
    Royal Oak, MI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Felicia Ivascu is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Royal Oak, Michigan. Dr. Ivascu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Low Blood Pressure, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Ivascu is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Ivascu is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    General Surgery

    Southeast Michigan Surgical Specialists

    3535 West 13 Mile Road, Suite 501, 
    Royal Oak, MI 
    Experience:
    38+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    James Robbins is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Royal Oak, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 38 years. Dr. Robbins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Robbins is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Robbins is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    General Surgery

    Taubman Center

    1500 E Medical Center Dr, Floor 2 Reception C, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Napolitano is Professor of Surgery at the University of Michigan School of Medicine, Acute Care Surgery (Trauma, Burns, Critical Care, Emergency Surgery), Program Director of the Surgical Critical Care Fellowship (6 fellows annually) and Associate Chair for the Department of Surgery. Dr. Napolitano is certified by the American Board of Surgery in General Surgery as well as Surgical Critical Care. She is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, American College of Critical Care Medicine (ACCM), and the American College of Chest Physicians. Dr. Napolitano is a member and holds leadership positions in numerous professional organizations in surgery, trauma and surgical critical care. Dr. Napolitano is Vice-Chancellor of the Board of Regents of the ACCM. She is past-Chair of the Surgical Section of the Society of Critical Care Medicine (SCCM), and was SCCM Congress Co-Chair in 2006. She served as Chair of the Committee on Perioperative Care for the American College of Surgeons (ACS) from 2003-2005. She is past-Chair of the Multi-Institutional Trials Committee and a member of the Board of Directors for the Eastern Association for the Surgery of Trauma and the Society for the Advancement of Blood Management. She is Secretary of the Surgical Infection Society. She is a member of the American Association for the Surgery of Trauma (AAST) Committee on Acute Care Surgery. She is a member of the Society of University Surgeons, Association of Women Surgeons, and American Surgical Association, among others. She participates nationally in many organizations, and is a member of the Surgical Education and Self-Assessment Program (SESAP) Committee of the ACS and a member of the Steering Committee of the ACS Fundamentals of Surgery Resident Curriculum Committee. She is a member of the national Surgical Care Improvement Project (SCIP) and CMS Technical Expert Panels for Respiratory and Infection, with the goal of reducing surgical complications by 25% by 2010. Dr. Napolitano received the 2002 Association of Women Surgeons Distinguished Member Award, awarded to a member that exemplifies the ideals and mission of the association. Other honors include Surgical Critical Care Educator of the Year Award (1998, 1999, 2000) from University of Maryland, and the Surgery Teacher of the Year Award in 1999 and 2001. She has been a mentor to a number of research fellows at the surgical resident and fellow level and her research group has received numerous awards, including the annual Resident Paper Competition of the ACS Committee on Trauma, SCCM Best Paper award, and numerous others. Dr. Napolitano has authored over 120 peer-reviewed publications, over 50 book chapters, and has been an invited lecturer at many national/international symposia and Visiting Professor at many institutions over the course of her career.Clinical Specialization:Dr. Napolitano's clinical interests are in the areas of general surgery, trauma and surgical critical care. Dr. Napolitano is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. She is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), Gastrointestinal Fistula, Gastrointestinal Perforation, Appendectomy, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Napolitano is board certified in Surgery and Surgical Critical Care.

    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    General Surgery

    Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital Pediatric Surgery

    3535 West 13 Mile Road, Office 307, 
    Royal Oak, MI 
    Experience:
    22+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish, Turkish
    Accepting New Patients

    Begum Akay is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Royal Oak, Michigan. She has been practicing medicine for over 22 years. Dr. Akay is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Atresia of Small Intestine, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Duodenal Atresia, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Akay is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, American Board Of Surgery, and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Akay is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Pediatrics | General Surgery
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Pediatrics | General Surgery

    Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital Pediatric Surgery

    3535 West 13 Mile Road, Office 307, 
    Royal Oak, MI 
    Experience:
    21+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Pavan Brahmamdam is a Pediatrics specialist and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Royal Oak, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 21 years. Dr. Brahmamdam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Duodenal Atresia, Annular Pancreas, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Appendectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Brahmamdam is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, American Board Of Surgery, and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Brahmamdam is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    General Surgery

    Taubman Center

    1500 E Medical Center Dr, Floor 2 Reception C, 
    Ann Arbor, MI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Gary Vercruysse is a faculty member in the Division of Acute Care Surgery. Dr. Vercruysse, a state of Michigan native, completed his undergraduate, and medical degrees and general surgery residency at Michigan State University followed by a Surgical Critical Care and Trauma Surgery Fellowship at the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center in Baltimore Maryland and a Burn Surgery Fellowship at Emory University. Dr. Vercruysse volunteered for service in the United States Air Force and has served as the Chiefs of Surgery and Surgical Critical Care in combat hospitals in both Iraq and Afghanistan, as well as a trauma surgeon in Landstuhl, Germany. He previously served as a Professor of Surgery and Director of Burn Services at the University of Arizona in Tucson.Dr. Vercruysse has delivered more than 150 oral presentations, published more than 100 peer reviewed publications, and has obtained funding from multiple extramural grants.Clinical Specialization:Dr. Vercruysse has board certification and fellowship training in the areas of General Surgery, Trauma Surgery, Burn Surgery and Surgical Critical Care. He has a broad-based practice in all of those fields and includes Emergency General Surgery (Surgical Emergencies) in his practice. Dr. Vercruysse is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Fistula, Frostbite, Ogilvie Syndrome, Colostomy, and Craniectomy.

    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology

    Corewell Health Gastroenterology - 4100 Lake Dr SE

    4100 Lake Drive Southeast, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
    Experience:
    38+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas Rupp is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 38 years. Dr. Rupp 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 Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Crohn's Disease, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Rupp is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Rupp is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    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 Royal Oak, MI?

    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 Royal Oak, MI?

    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 Royal Oak, MI?

    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 Royal Oak, MI?

    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 Royal Oak, MI?

    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 Royal Oak, MI?

    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 Royal Oak, MI?

    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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