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    Last Updated: 10/30/2025

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    MediFind found 28 doctor with experience in Esophageal Perforation near Houston, TX. Of these, 20 are Experienced, 7 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    28 providers found
      Distinguished in Esophageal Perforation
      Thoracic Surgery
      Distinguished in Esophageal Perforation
      Thoracic Surgery
      6550 Fannin St, Suite 1601, 
      Houston, TX 
       (3.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi
      Accepting New Patients

      Puja Khaitan is a Thoracic Surgeon in Houston, Texas. Dr. Khaitan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. Her top areas of expertise are Esophageal Perforation, Hiatal Hernia, Esophageal Cancer, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Khaitan is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
      Thoracic Surgery
      Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
      Thoracic Surgery
      1213 Hermann Dr Ste 340, 
      Houston, TX 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Kamal Khalil is a Thoracic Surgeon in Houston, Texas. Dr. Khalil is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Esophageal Perforation, and Gastrostomy.

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

      UT Physicians

      6431 Fannin St, Msb2.100, 
      Houston, TX 
       (3.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Anthony Estrera is a Thoracic Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Houston, Texas. Dr. Estrera is rated as an Advanced 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, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Estrera is currently accepting new patients.

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      Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
      Thoracic Surgery
      Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
      Thoracic Surgery
      1515 Holcombe Blvd Unit 1489, Department Of Thoracic And Cardiovascular Surgery, 
      Houston, TX 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jonathan Spicer is a Thoracic Surgeon in Houston, Texas. Dr. Spicer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Esophageal Cancer, Endoscopy, and Lymphadenectomy.

      Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
      Gastroenterology

      MD Anderson

      2130 W Holcombe Blvd, Univ Of Tx M D Ande Life, 
      Houston, TX 
       (4.3 miles away)
      Experience:
      43+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Gottumukkala Raju is a Gastroenterologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Raju has been practicing medicine for over 43 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Polyps, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Colorectal Cancer, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Mara B. Antonoff
      Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
      Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery
      Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
      Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery

      MD Anderson

      2130 W Holcombe Blvd, Univ Of Tx M D Ande Life, 
      Houston, TX 
       (4.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Mara Antonoff is a Thoracic Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Houston, Texas. Dr. Antonoff is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. Her top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Lung Nodules, Endoscopy, and Lung Transplant.

      Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
      Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery
      Advanced in Esophageal Perforation
      Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery

      Baylor College Of Medicine

      7200 Cambridge St, Fl 10, 
      Houston, TX 
       (4.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Shanda Blackmon is a Thoracic Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Houston, Texas. Dr. Blackmon is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. Her top areas of expertise are Achalasia, Lung Cancer, Mesothelioma, Endoscopy, and Thymectomy. Dr. Blackmon is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
      Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery | Cardiology
      Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
      Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery | Cardiology

      Specialty Associates Of West Houston PLLC

      1200 Binz St, 
      Houston, TX 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic, French
      Accepting New Patients

      Hazim Safi is a Thoracic Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Houston, Texas. Dr. Safi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Dissection, Marfan Syndrome, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Safi is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
      Gastroenterology

      Texas Digestive Disease Consultants, PLLC

      4100 S Shepherd Dr, 
      Houston, TX 
       (3.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Isaac Raijman is a Gastroenterologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Raijman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Pancreas Divisum, Choledocholithiasis, Chronic Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Lithotripsy.

      Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
      Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery
      Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
      Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery

      UT Physicians

      6400 Fannin St, Suite 2850, 
      Houston, TX 
       (3.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Robert Hetz is a Thoracic Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Houston, Texas. Dr. Hetz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Traumatic Brain Injury, Esophageal Perforation, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Hetz is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
      Gastroenterology

      UT Physicians

      6431 Fannin St, Msb2.100, 
      Houston, TX 
       (3.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Nirav Thosani is a Gastroenterologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Thosani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Pancreatic Cancer, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
      Internal Medicine
      1504 Ben Taub Loop, 
      Houston, TX 
       (3.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Azka Latif is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Latif is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. Her top areas of expertise are Cardiac Tamponade, Coronary Heart Disease, Metabolic Acidosis, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Aortic Valve Replacement.

      Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
      Gastroenterology
      6565 Fannin St, 
      Houston, TX 
       (3.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Saurabh Chandan is a Gastroenterologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Chandan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Polyps, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
      Internal Medicine
      6565 Fannin St, 
      Houston, TX 
       (3.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Kelvin Lee is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Liver Failure, Acute Kidney Failure, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

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

      MD Anderson

      1515 Holcombe Blvd, 
      Houston, TX 
       (4.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Helen Johnson is a General Surgeon in Houston, Texas. Dr. Johnson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. Her top areas of expertise are Galactocoele, Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Mastectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

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

      MD Anderson

      1515 Holcombe Blvd, 
      Houston, TX 
       (4.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Diana Liang is a General Surgeon in Houston, Texas. Dr. Liang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Triple-Negative Breast Cancer, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Stent Placement.

      Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
      Experienced in Esophageal Perforation

      MD Anderson

      1515 Holcombe Blvd, 
      Houston, TX 
       (4.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      George Triadafilopoulos is a Gastroenterologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Triadafilopoulos is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Barrett Esophagus, Gastroparesis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
      Gastroenterology

      MD Anderson

      1515 Holcombe Blvd, 
      Houston, TX 
       (4.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Hao Zhang is a Gastroenterologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Zhang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Liver Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Endoscopy, and Thyroidectomy.

      Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
      Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery
      Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
      Thoracic Surgery | General Surgery

      Baylor College Of Medicine

      6770 Bertner Ave, Suite C 350, 
      Houston, TX 
       (4.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Shawn Groth is a Thoracic Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Houston, Texas. Dr. Groth is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Mesothelioma, Achalasia, Metastatic Pleural Tumor, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Groth is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Esophageal Perforation
      Gastroenterology
      6400 Fannin St Ste 1400, 
      Houston, TX 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish, Turkish
      Accepting New Patients

      Atilla Ertan is a Gastroenterologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Ertan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Perforation. His top areas of expertise are Barrett Esophagus, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Diarrhea, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Ertan 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 Houston, TX?

      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 Houston, TX?

      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 Houston, TX?

      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 Houston, TX?

      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 Houston, TX?

      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 Houston, TX?

      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 Houston, TX?

      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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