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    MediFind found 44 doctor with experience in Esophageal Varices near South Dakota, US. Of these, 28 are Experienced, 15 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    44 providers found
      Distinguished in Esophageal Varices
      Distinguished in Esophageal Varices

      Avera Mckennan

      1000 E 23 St, 
      Sioux Falls, SD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Cristina Hill-Jensen is a Gastroenterologist in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Dr. Hill-Jensen is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. Her top areas of expertise are Lower Esophageal Ring, Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Hill-Jensen is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology

      Monument Health Rapid City Hospital Inc

      353 Fairmont Blvd, 
      Rapid City, SD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Jeegar Jailwala is a Gastroenterologist in Rapid City, South Dakota. Dr. Jailwala is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Banti's Syndrome, Mallory-Weiss Syndrome, Esophageal Varices, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Jailwala is currently accepting new patients.

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      Advanced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology

      Rapid City Medical Center Llp

      2820 Mount Rushmore Rd, 
      Rapid City, SD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Blake Jones is a Gastroenterologist in Rapid City, South Dakota. Dr. Jones is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

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      Advanced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology

      Rapid City Medical Center Llp

      2820 Mount Rushmore Rd, 
      Rapid City, SD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Nathan Jaqua is a Gastroenterologist in Rapid City, South Dakota. Dr. Jaqua is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

      Advanced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology

      Avera Mckennan

      6100 S Louise Ave, Suite 3100, 
      Sioux Falls, SD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Robert Lapp is a Gastroenterologist in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Dr. Lapp is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Hereditary Pancreatitis, Esophagitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Advanced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology

      Avera Mckennan

      6100 S Louise Ave, Suite 3100, 
      Sioux Falls, SD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Christopher Hurley is a Gastroenterologist in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Dr. Hurley is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Jaundice, Hiatal Hernia, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Hurley is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology

      Rapid City Medical Center Llp

      2820 Mount Rushmore Rd, 
      Rapid City, SD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Oksana Anand is a Gastroenterologist in Rapid City, South Dakota. Dr. Anand is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. Her top areas of expertise are Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Advanced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology

      Avera Mckennan

      1325 S Cliff Ave, 
      Sioux Falls, SD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Bryan Feyen is a Gastroenterologist in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Dr. Feyen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Colitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Esophageal Varices, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Feyen is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology

      Sanford Medical Center

      1305 W 18 St, 
      Sioux Falls, SD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Rodney Sorrell is a Gastroenterologist in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Dr. Sorrell is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Macroamylasemia, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Sorrell is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      2820 Mount Rushmore Rd, 
      Rapid City, SD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Michael Mcguire is a Gastroenterologist in Rapid City, South Dakota. Dr. Mcguire is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Bile Duct Obstruction, Cholestasis, Bile Duct Stricture, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Mcguire is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Esophageal Varices
      Hepatology
      Advanced in Esophageal Varices
      Hepatology
      1315 S. Cliff Ave., Ste. 1100, 
      Sioux Falls, SD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Ali Al is a Hepatologist in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Dr. Al is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Hepatitis, Visceromegaly, and Hepatitis C.

      Advanced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology

      Rapid City Medical Center Llp

      2820 Mount Rushmore Rd, 
      Rapid City, SD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Andrew Kelts is a Gastroenterologist in Rapid City, South Dakota. Dr. Kelts is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Advanced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology

      Sanford Medical Center

      1301 W 18th St, 
      Sioux Falls, SD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Jorge Gilbert is a Gastroenterologist in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Dr. Gilbert is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, and Endoscopy. Dr. Gilbert is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Esophageal Varices
      Hepatology
      Advanced in Esophageal Varices
      Hepatology

      Cnos PC

      705 N Sioux Point Rd, Suite 100, 
      Dakota Dunes, SD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Sarah Bligh is a Hepatologist in Dakota Dunes, South Dakota. Dr. Bligh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. Her top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Enlarged Liver, Cirrhosis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Advanced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology

      Sanford Medical Center

      1305 W 18 St, 
      Sioux Falls, SD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Lee Austin is a Gastroenterologist in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Dr. Austin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Crohn's Disease, Cirrhosis, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Austin is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology

      Avera Mckennan

      4500 W 69 St, 
      Sioux Falls, SD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Joseph Schowalter is a Gastroenterologist in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Dr. Schowalter is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Intestinal Cancer, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Schowalter is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Esophageal Varices
      Experienced in Esophageal Varices

      Cnos PC

      575 N Sioux Point Rd, 
      Dakota Dunes, SD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jeffrey Michalak is a Hepatologist in Dakota Dunes, South Dakota. Dr. Michalak is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Hepatitis, Cirrhosis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology

      Yankton Medical Clinic PC

      1104 W 8th St, 
      Yankton, SD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Steve Gutnik is a Gastroenterologist in Yankton, South Dakota. Dr. Gutnik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Sclerosing Mesenteritis, Crohn's Disease, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology

      Avera Mckennan

      1000 E 23 St, 
      Sioux Falls, SD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, German
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Klaus Mergener is a Gastroenterologist in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Dr. Mergener is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Mallory-Weiss Syndrome, Bile Duct Obstruction, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Mergener is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      2820 Mount Rushmore Rd, 
      Rapid City, SD 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Dale Bachwich is a Gastroenterologist in Rapid City, South Dakota. Dr. Bachwich is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Ulcerative Colitis, Esophageal Varices, Crohn's Disease, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Esophageal Varices?

      Esophageal varices is a condition in which enlarged (varicose) veins develop in the lower esophagus (swallowing tube that connects mouth to stomach). Esophageal varices frequently occur in individuals with serious liver diseases, such as cirrhosis (liver scaring and fibrosis), who have developed portal hypertension (high blood pressure in portal vein). Esophageal varices can also be caused by parasitic liver diseases, such as schistosomiasis (flatworms). Esophageal varices can rupture and cause dangerous bleeding (hemorrhage).

      When should I see an Esophageal Varices doctor in South Dakota, US?

      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 Varices doctor in South Dakota, US?

      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 Varices doctors in South Dakota, US?

      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 Varices doctors in South Dakota, US?

      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 Varices doctor in South Dakota, US?

      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 Varices doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Esophageal Varices 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 Varices doctor in South Dakota, US?

      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 Varices 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 Varices 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 Varices doctors in South Dakota, US?

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

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