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    MediFind found 49 doctor with experience in Esophageal Perforation near Cleveland, OH. Of these, 33 are Experienced, 9 are Advanced, 6 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    49 providers found
      Siva Raja
      Elite in Esophageal Perforation
      Thoracic Surgery
      Elite in Esophageal Perforation
      Thoracic Surgery

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

      9500 Euclid Avenue, 
      Cleveland, OH 
       (3.7 miles away)
      Experience:
      29+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Siva Raja is a Thoracic Surgeon in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Raja has been practicing medicine for over 29 years and is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Achalasia, Hiatal Hernia, Esophageal Perforation, Endoscopy, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Raja is currently accepting new patients.

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

      University Hospitals Medical Group Inc

      11100 Euclid Ave, 
      Cleveland, OH 
       (4.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Christopher Towe is a Thoracic Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Towe is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Adenocarcinoma, Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, Gastrostomy, and Thymectomy. Dr. Towe is currently accepting new patients.

      What does Elite, Distinguished, Advanced, Experienced mean?
      Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
      Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery
      Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
      Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery

      University Hospitals Medical Group Inc

      11100 Euclid Ave, 
      Cleveland, OH 
       (4.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Philip Linden is a Thoracic Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Linden is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Lung Cancer, Lung Adenocarcinoma, Endoscopy, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Linden is currently accepting new patients.

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      Sudish Murthy
      Distinguished in Esophageal Perforation
      Thoracic Surgery
      Distinguished in Esophageal Perforation
      Thoracic Surgery

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

      9500 Euclid Avenue, 
      Cleveland, OH 
       (3.7 miles away)
      Experience:
      42+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Sudish Murthy is a Thoracic Surgeon in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Murthy has been practicing medicine for over 42 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Achalasia, Hiatal Hernia, Lung Cancer, Endoscopy, and Thymectomy. Dr. Murthy is currently accepting new patients.

      Usman Ahmad
      Distinguished in Esophageal Perforation
      Thoracic Surgery
      Distinguished in Esophageal Perforation
      Thoracic Surgery

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

      9500 Euclid Avenue, 
      Cleveland, OH 
       (3.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Usman Ahmad is a Thoracic Surgeon in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Ahmad is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Esophageal Perforation, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Endoscopy, and Thymectomy. Dr. Ahmad is currently accepting new patients.

      Monisha Sudarshan
      Distinguished in Esophageal Perforation
      Thoracic Surgery
      Distinguished in Esophageal Perforation
      Thoracic Surgery

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

      9500 Euclid Avenue, 
      Cleveland, OH 
       (3.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Monisha Sudarshan is a Thoracic Surgeon in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Sudarshan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. Her top areas of expertise are Esophageal Perforation, Achalasia, Fibrosing Mediastinitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Sudarshan is currently accepting new patients.

      Dean Schraufnagel
      Distinguished in Esophageal Perforation
      Thoracic Surgery
      Distinguished in Esophageal Perforation
      Thoracic Surgery

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

      9500 Euclid Avenue, 
      Cleveland, OH 
       (3.7 miles away)
      Experience:
      12+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dean Schraufnagel is a Thoracic Surgeon in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Schraufnagel has been practicing medicine for over 12 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Esophageal Perforation, Fibrosing Mediastinitis, Mediastinal Tumor, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Schraufnagel is currently accepting new patients.

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

      University Hospitals Medical Group Inc

      11100 Euclid Ave, 
      Cleveland, OH 
       (4.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Jillian Sinopoli is a General Surgeon and a Thoracic Surgeon in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Sinopoli is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. Her top areas of expertise are Esophageal Perforation, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Lung Cancer, Thymectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Sinopoli is currently accepting new patients.

      Vanessa P. Ho
      Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
      General Surgery

      The Metrohealth System

      2500 Metrohealth Dr, 
      Cleveland, OH 
       (2.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Vanessa Ho is a General Surgeon in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Ho is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. Her top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Esophageal Perforation, Cholecystitis, Splenectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Ho is currently accepting new patients.

      Faris Hammad
      Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
      Hospital Medicine
      Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
      Hospital Medicine

      Cleveland Clinic

      9500 Euclid Ave, 
      Cleveland, OH 
       (3.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Faris Hammad is a primary care provider, practicing in Hospital Medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Hammad is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Esophageal Perforation, Charles Bonnet Syndrome, Necrosis, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

      Madhusudhan Sanaka
      Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
      Gastroenterology

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

      2049 East 100th Street, 
      Cleveland, OH 
       (4.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Madhusudhan Sanaka is a Gastroenterologist in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Sanaka is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Achalasia, Choledocholithiasis, Barrett Esophagus, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Carol Rouphael
      Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
      Gastroenterology

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

      2049 East 100th Street, 
      Cleveland, OH 
       (4.0 miles away)
      Experience:
      15+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Carol Rouphael is a Gastroenterologist in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Rouphael has been practicing medicine for over 15 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. Her top areas of expertise are Hiatal Hernia, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Esophageal Perforation, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

      Emad Mansoor
      Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
      Gastroenterology

      University Hospitals Medical Group Inc

      11100 Euclid Ave, 
      Cleveland, OH 
       (4.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu
      Accepting New Patients

      Emad Mansoor is a Gastroenterologist in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Mansoor is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Viral Gastroenteritis, Acute Pancreatitis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Gastrectomy, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Mansoor is currently accepting new patients.

      Saila Pillai
      Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
      Intensive Care Medicine
      Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
      Intensive Care Medicine

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

      9500 Euclid Avenue, 
      Cleveland, OH 
       (3.7 miles away)
      Experience:
      31+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Saila Pillai is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Pillai has been practicing medicine for over 31 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. Her top areas of expertise are Infective Endocarditis, Aortic Dissection, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Heart Valve Repair.

      Aaron Weiss
      Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
      Thoracic Surgery
      Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
      Thoracic Surgery

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

      9500 Euclid Avenue, 
      Cleveland, OH 
       (3.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Aaron Weiss is a Thoracic Surgeon in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Weiss is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Cardiogenic Shock, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Aortic Regurgitation, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Heart Transplant. Dr. Weiss is currently accepting new patients.

      Daniel Raymond
      Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
      Thoracic Surgery
      Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
      Thoracic Surgery

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

      9500 Euclid Avenue, 
      Cleveland, OH 
       (3.7 miles away)
      Experience:
      33+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Daniel Raymond is a Thoracic Surgeon in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Raymond has been practicing medicine for over 33 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Thymectomy, and Parathyroidectomy. Dr. Raymond is currently accepting new patients.

      Samuel Ruskin
      Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
      Radiology | Pediatrics
      Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
      Radiology | Pediatrics

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

      9500 Euclid Avenue, 
      Cleveland, OH 
       (3.7 miles away)
      Experience:
      24+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Samuel Ruskin is a Radiologist and a Pediatrics provider in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Ruskin has been practicing medicine for over 24 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Boils, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, and Familial Colorectal Cancer.

      Albair Guirguis
      Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
      Pediatric Radiology
      Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
      Pediatric Radiology

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

      9500 Euclid Avenue, 
      Cleveland, OH 
       (3.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Albair Guirguis is a Pediatric Radiologist in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Guirguis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Congenital Athymia, Tenosynovitis, Delayed Growth, and Pectus Excavatum.

      Patrick Vargo
      Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
      Thoracic Surgery
      Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
      Thoracic Surgery

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

      9500 Euclid Avenue, 
      Cleveland, OH 
       (3.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Patrick Vargo is a Thoracic Surgeon in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Vargo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Dissection, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Heart Valve Repair, and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Vargo is currently accepting new patients.

      Haytham Elgharably
      Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
      Thoracic Surgery
      Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
      Thoracic Surgery

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

      9500 Euclid Avenue, 
      Cleveland, OH 
       (3.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Haytham Elgharably is a Thoracic Surgeon in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Elgharably is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Endocarditis, Infective Endocarditis, Tricuspid Regurgitation, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. Dr. Elgharably is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      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 Cleveland, OH?

      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 Cleveland, OH?

      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 Cleveland, OH?

      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 Cleveland, OH?

      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 Cleveland, OH?

      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 Cleveland, OH?

      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 Cleveland, OH?

      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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