The 20 Best Esophagitis Doctors Near Me in Metairie, LA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 259 doctor with experience in Esophagitis near Metairie, LA. Of these, 182 are Experienced, 70 are Advanced and 7 are Distinguished.

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259 providers found
    Distinguished in Esophagitis
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Esophagitis
    Gastroenterology

    Luis E Alvarez MD Apmc

    1100 Andre St Ste 301, 
    New Iberia, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Luis Alvarez is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in New Iberia, Louisiana. Dr. Alvarez is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophagitis. He is also highly rated in 48 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lower Esophageal Ring, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Heartburn, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Distinguished in Esophagitis
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Esophagitis
    Gastroenterology

    Red River Pediatric Clinic LLC

    1801 Fairfield Ave Ste 305, 
    Shreveport, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Scott is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Scott is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophagitis. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Esophagitis, Diverticular Disease, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Distinguished in Esophagitis
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Esophagitis
    Internal Medicine

    Jacob R Karr MD LLC

    1211 Coolidge Blvd Ste 303, 
    Lafayette, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stephen Abshire is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Lafayette, Louisiana. Dr. Abshire is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophagitis. He is also highly rated in 42 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Barrett Esophagus, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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    Distinguished in Esophagitis
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Esophagitis
    Gastroenterology

    Northlake Gastroenterology

    16061 Doctors Blvd Ste B, 
    Hammond, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lawrence Gensler is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Hammond, Louisiana. Dr. Gensler is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophagitis. He is also highly rated in 79 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Distinguished in Esophagitis
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Esophagitis
    Gastroenterology

    Joan Walker M.D. LLC

    3311 Prescott Rd Ste 411, 
    Alexandria, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Maury Morrison is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Alexandria, Louisiana. Dr. Morrison is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophagitis. He is also highly rated in 68 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Enlarged Liver, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Distinguished in Esophagitis
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Esophagitis
    Gastroenterology

    Northlake Gastroenterology

    16061 Doctors Blvd, 
    Hammond, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Russell Wardlaw is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Hammond, Louisiana. Dr. Wardlaw is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophagitis. He is also highly rated in 78 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Gastroparesis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Distinguished in Esophagitis
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Esophagitis
    Gastroenterology

    Memorial Digestive Health Center

    2770 3rd Ave, 
    Lake Charles, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Frank Marrero is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Marrero is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophagitis. He is also highly rated in 66 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Esophagitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Esophagitis
    Gastroenterology

    Ochsner Health Center - Covington

    1000 Ochsner Blvd, 
    Covington, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Steven Guarisco is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Covington, Louisiana. Dr. Guarisco is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophagitis. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Diverticular Disease, Childhood Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Guarisco is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Esophagitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Esophagitis
    Gastroenterology

    Ochsner Health Center - Covington

    1000 Ochsner Blvd, 
    Covington, LA 
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    A New Orleans native, Dr. Andry earned his medical degree from Tulane where he also completed his internship, residency and gastroenterology fellowship. He is board certified in internal medicine and gastroenterology and practices at Ochsner Health Center Covington. Dr. Andry is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophagitis. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Esophagitis, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Andry is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology. Dr. Andry is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Esophagitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Esophagitis
    Gastroenterology

    Shreveport Endoscopy Center A M C

    3217 Mabel St, 
    Shreveport, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Kirkikis is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Kirkikis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophagitis. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Esophagitis
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Esophagitis
    General Surgery

    Louisiana Surgeons Of Excellence LLC

    215 W Prien Lake Rd Ste A, 
    Lake Charles, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Niazy Selim is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Selim is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophagitis. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Ileostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Esophagitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Esophagitis
    Gastroenterology

    Shreveport Endoscopy Center A M C

    3217 Mabel St, 
    Shreveport, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Arthur Poch is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Poch is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophagitis. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Ascites, Achalasia, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Esophagitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Esophagitis
    Gastroenterology

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Highway, 
    New Orleans, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sean Connolly is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Connolly is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophagitis. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Primary Biliary Cholangitis, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Portal Hypertension, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Connolly is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology. Dr. Connolly is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Esophagitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Esophagitis
    Gastroenterology

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Highway, 
    New Orleans, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    James Smith is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Smith is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophagitis. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lower Esophageal Ring, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Gastroparesis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Smith is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine. Dr. Smith is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Esophagitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Esophagitis
    Gastroenterology

    St. Charles Parish Hospital

    1057 Paul Maillard Rd, Suite 2220, 
    Luling, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Rahil Shah is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Luling, Louisiana. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophagitis. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Gastrostomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Shah is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology. Dr. Shah is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Esophagitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Esophagitis
    Gastroenterology

    Shreveport Endoscopy Center A M C

    3217 Mabel St, 
    Shreveport, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Philips is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Philips is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophagitis. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Colitis, Ulcerative Colitis, and Diarrhea.

    Experienced in Esophagitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Esophagitis
    Gastroenterology

    Ochsner Health Center - Slidell Campus Building 1

    1850 Gause Blvd East, 
    Slidell, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Bryan DiBuono earned his medical degree from the Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center (LSUHSC) School of Medicine in New Orleans in June 2005. He completed his Internal Medicine Residency and Fellowship Training in Gastroenterology at LSUHSC School of Medicine, New Orleans. Dr. DiBuono is a member of the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, the American College of Gastroenterology, and the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases. Dr. Dibuono is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophagitis. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Lower Esophageal Ring, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Dibuono is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology. Dr. Dibuono is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Esophagitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Esophagitis
    Gastroenterology

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Highway, 
    New Orleans, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Arnab Ray is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Ray is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophagitis. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroparesis, Hiatal Hernia, Pseudomembranous Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Ray is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology. Dr. Ray is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Esophagitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Esophagitis
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    2400 Hospital Dr Ste 370, 
    Bossier City, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Bienvenu is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Bossier City, Louisiana. Dr. Bienvenu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophagitis. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Choledocholithiasis, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Pancreatic Cancer, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Esophagitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Esophagitis
    General Surgery

    Acadiana Wound Care And Hyperbarics

    1307 Crowley Rayne Hwy Ste D, 
    Crowley, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bahman Sabbaghian is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Crowley, Louisiana. Dr. Sabbaghian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophagitis. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Gastrostomy, and Gastrectomy.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    When should I see an Esophagitis doctor near Metairie, LA?

    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 Esophagitis doctor near Metairie, LA?

    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 Esophagitis doctors near Metairie, LA?

    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 Esophagitis doctors near Metairie, LA?

    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 Esophagitis doctor near Metairie, LA?

    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 Esophagitis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Esophagitis 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 Esophagitis doctor near Metairie, LA?

    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 Esophagitis 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 Esophagitis 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 Esophagitis doctors near Metairie, LA?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Esophagitis 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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