The 20 Best Esophageal Perforation Doctors Near Me in Bronx, NY

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 72 doctor with experience in Esophageal Perforation near Bronx, NY. Of these, 65 are Experienced and 7 are Advanced.

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

    Montefiore Greene Medical Arts Pavilion

    3400 Bainbridge Avenue, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marc Vimolratana, MD, MS, is Assistant Professor, Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery at Montefiore Einstein. Dr. Vimolratana is a general thoracic surgeon with a clinical focus on thoracic surgical oncology, including minimally invasive surgery for lung and esophageal cancer. His other clinical interests include mediastinal and chest wall tumors, tracheal disorders, thoracic outlet syndrome, and benign esophageal diseases. Dr. Vimolratana takes a patient-centered approach to patient care and is committed to using minimally invasive techniques, including VATS and robotic surgery, whenever possible to minimize surgical trauma and pain for patients. Dr. Vimolratana is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Lung Nodules, Thymectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation

    Nyc Health Hospitals / Jacobi

    1400 Pelham Pkwy S, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Meltzer is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Bronx, New York. Dr. Meltzer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His clinical expertise encompasses Esophageal Perforation, Childhood Pancreatitis, and Viral Gastroenteritis.

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

    Montefiore Weiler Hospital

    1825 Eastchester Road, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ruffaida Diwan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bronx, New York. Dr. Diwan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), COVID-19, Gastrostomy, and Hemorrhoidectomy.

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

    Montefiore Medical Center

    3400 Bainbridge Ave, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Amit Bhargava is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Bronx, New York. Dr. Bhargava is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Esophageal Perforation, Gastrostomy, and Thymectomy.

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

    CUIMC/Herbert Irving Pavilion

    161 Fort Washington Avenue, Floor 3, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    B. Payne Stanifer, MD, MPH has been with the Department of Surgery at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center since 2017. He completed his fellowship as the chief fellow in thoracic surgery at Northwestern University in Chicago, IL where he trained under Dr. Malcolm DeCamp and Dr. Patrick McCarthy in thoracic and cardiac surgery. His clinical interests encompass all areas of thoracic surgery including lung and esophageal cancer, thymic tumors, tracheal resection and reconstruction, and surgery for tracheomalacia (tracheoplasty), chest wall, diaphragm, benign esophageal disease, surgery for emphysema, and lung transplant. He has skills in both minimally invasive and complex open surgery of the chest and the abdomen. Dr. Stanifer has a special interest in complex VATS pulmonary surgery including lobectomy and segmentectomy. He prefers minimally invasive techniques such as laparoscopy and VATS for the esophagus whenever possible but performs all forms of esophagectomies based on the patient’s needs. Dr. Stanifer has authored numerous presentations, abstracts, and publications on topics in thoracic surgery such as lung cancer, tracheal surgery, spontaneous pneumothorax, and interstitial lung disease. His research at Columbia has focused on oncology with particular interests in clinical trials, outcomes, and the epidemiology and mechanisms of lung cancer in non-smokers, especially women. He is one of the founders and directors of the Women’s Lung Center within the Price Family Center for Comprehensive Chest Care. This multidisciplinary center focuses on unique issues facing women including lung cancer in non-smokers and metastatic cancers. Dr. Stanifer completed his general surgery residency at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center and Dartmouth Medical School in New Hampshire. He is Board-certified in general surgery. While at Dartmouth, he obtained a Master of Public Health degree from Harvard with a focus on management and health policy. During his time at Harvard he was a Carson Family Scholar.He graduated medical school from the James H. Quillen College of Medicine at East Tennessee State University where he was a Quillen Medical Scholar. While a student at Quillen, he completed a research fellowship at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, MD. He is a graduate of the College of William and Mary where he focused on molecular and evolutionary biology. His research won a Howard Hughes Student Research grant. He has extensive volunteer experience in underserved areas and was an intern for the Association of Clinicians for the Underserved in Washington, D.C. He can be reached at (212) 305-3408. Dr. Stanifer is rated as an Experienced 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 Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, Fibrosing Mediastinitis, Lung Cancer, Lung Transplant, and Endoscopy. Dr. Stanifer is board certified in Surgery. Dr. Stanifer is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Medicine Specialties At East 85th Street

    178 East 85th Street, 4th Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anthony Passarella is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Passarella is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His clinical expertise encompasses Esophageal Perforation.

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

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery At Lenox Hill, 4th Floor

    130 East 77th Street, Black Hall, 4th Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    "Matthew Inra, MD is a thoracic surgeon at Lenox Hill Hospital. He treats benign and malignant lesions of the lung, esophagus, chest wall, tracheobronchial tree and mediastinum. He also treats other conditions including hiatal hernia and achalasia. He specializes in minimally invasive and robotic-assisted surgery with the DaVinci Surgical System.During medical school at Weill Cornell Medical College, Dr. Inra was fascinated by the anatomy and physiology of the heart and lungs. After observing thoracic surgical operations as a student, he knew thoracic surgery was the career he wanted to pursue.Dr. Inra thereafter completed his residencies in General Surgery and Cardiothoracic Surgery at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, where he trained for seven years under esteemed surgeons in a high-volume setting. There he treated both routine and complex conditions, equipping him for a clinical career with ""no surprises.""He utilizes innovative technology to improve patient outcomes. For complex pulmonary resections, Dr. Inra leverages 3D reconstruction technology, creating a map of a patient's anatomy before he enters the operating room. A special computerized tomography (CT) protocol using IV contrast gives Dr. Inra the ability to better visualize the pulmonary arteries prior to surgery.""When I meet patients for surgical consultations, I try to keep them as informed as possible about their diagnoses,"" he says. Dr. Inra likes to educate his patients as much as possible about their conditions so they understand why he recommends specific approaches.These recommendations are the result of a multidisciplinary approach to care, backed by the insight of Dr. Inra's experienced team which includes oncologists, radiologists and other medical specialists. Using this comprehensive approach, Dr. Inra commits himself to finding the optimal solution for each patient, according to the unique conditions of their disease. ""I try to put myself in my patients' position,"" Dr. Inra says. ""And it's my responsibility to give them the best possible treatment.""". Dr. Inra 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 Tracheobronchomalacia, Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Thymectomy, and Parathyroidectomy. Dr. Inra is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Thoracic Surgery.

    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Gastroenterology At Great Neck

    600 Northern Boulevard, Suite 111, 
    Great Neck, NY 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi

    Dr. Kaveh Zivari attended the University of California Los Angeles where he obtained Bachelor of Science in Neurosciences with Honors. He later received his medical degree from the University of California, Davis School of Medicine. He was the class president during those 4 years. He finished four years of General Surgery, followed by three years of Internal Medicine, and three years of Gastroenterology fellowship at Maimonides Medical Center. He was also the Chief GI fellow at Maimonides Medical Center. During his training, Dr. Zivari was named best Intern, Best resident, and later best fellow in the hospital. He obtained his advanced endoscopy training at Washington University in St Louis, specializing in endobariatric, third space endoscopy, and interventional endoscopy. Dr. Zivari is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Swallowing Difficulty, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Childhood Volvulus, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Zivari is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology.

    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Gastroenterology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Gastroenterology At Great Neck

    600 Northern Boulevard, Suite 111, 
    Great Neck, NY 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Calvin Lee is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Great Neck, New York. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Choledocholithiasis, Gallstones, Bile Duct Obstruction, Endoscopy, and Lithotripsy. Dr. Lee is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology.

    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Institute For Critical Care Medicine

    1468 Madison Ave Fl 33, 
    New York, NY 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anthony Manasia is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Manasia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Shock, Liver Failure, Gastrointestinal Perforation, Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Institute For Critical Care Medicine

    1468 Madison Ave Fl 33, 
    New York, NY 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Adel Bassily is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Bassily is rated as an Experienced 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 Spinal Shock, Malnutrition, Liver Failure, Gastrostomy, and Bladder Reconstruction.

    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Institute For Critical Care Medicine

    1468 Madison Ave Fl 33, 
    New York, NY 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Roopa Kohli is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Kohli is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Spinal Shock, Malnutrition, Pneumomediastinum, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Mount Sinai

    1 Gustave L Levy Pl, 
    New York, NY 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rohit Gupta is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Gupta 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 Spinal Shock, Liver Failure, Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), and Peptic Ulcer.

    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Mount Sinai

    1 Gustave L Levy Pl, 
    New York, NY 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Maria Ronquillo is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Ronquillo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Shock, Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), Liver Failure, Pacemaker Implantation, and Gastrostomy.

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

    Trauma, Burns, Acute And Critical Care

    520 E 70th St # 8, 
    New York, NY 
     (7.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Winchell is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Winchell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Appendicitis, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Ogilvie Syndrome, Appendectomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Saint Lukes Roosevelt Hospital Lab

    1000 10th Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Salonia is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Salonia 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 Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), Pneumonia, Spinal Shock, Hypothermia, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
    Colorectal Surgery

    Department Of Veterans Affairs

    423 E 23rd St Ste 4N, 
    New York, NY 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Garth Ballantyne is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Ballantyne is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His clinical expertise encompasses Esophageal Perforation and Hiatal Hernia.

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

    CVP Cardiac Surgery, The Heart And Vascular Hospital

    30 Prospect Avenue, 1 Link, 
    Hackensack, NJ 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French

    Karla Rodriguez is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Rodriguez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. Her clinical expertise encompasses Esophageal Perforation, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, and Thymic Epithelial Tumor.

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

    Hackensack University Medical Center

    30 Prospect Avenue, Pediatric Surgery, Wfan, Pc 311, 
    Hackensack, NJ 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jun Tashiro is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Tashiro is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Appendicitis, Gastrointestinal Perforation, Tracheoesophageal Fistula, Appendectomy, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Tashiro is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Surgery.

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

    Montefiore Medical Group, Cross County

    1010 Central Park Avenue, 
    Yonkers, NY 
     (6.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Darren Esposito is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Yonkers, New York. Dr. Esposito is rated as an Experienced 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 Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Gastrostomy.

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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 Bronx, NY?

    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 Bronx, NY?

    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 Bronx, NY?

    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 Bronx, NY?

    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 Bronx, NY?

    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 Bronx, NY?

    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 Bronx, NY?

    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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