The Center for Thoracic Disease and Transplantation at The Norton Thoracic Institute believes in treating all patients with dignity and respect.Using a multidisciplinary approach, the Center works to diagnose and treat some of the most complex thoracic and esophageal diseases in the Southwest through a team of physicians who provide patients with a plan of care.Patients receive treatment with state-of-the-art technology to ensure a full range of treatment options. We offer treatment and care in accordance with national guidelines. Dr. Mittal is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Hiatal Hernia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Hernia, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

I enjoy playing golf, hiking and spending time with my family and grandchildren. Dr. Soper is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Achalasia, Hiatal Hernia, Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Removal, and Endoscopy.

The Norton Thoracic Institute | St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center believes in treating all patients with dignity and respect. Using a multidisciplinary approach, the Institute works to diagnose and treat some of the most complex thoracic and esophageal diseases in the Southwest through a team of physicians who provide patients with a plan of care. Patients receive treatment with state-of-the-art technology to ensure a full range of treatment options. We offer treatment and care in accordance with national guidelines. Dr. Huang is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). Her top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Lung Cancer, Hiatal Hernia, Lung Transplant, and Gastrostomy.

Dr. Liz Cruz has dedicated her career to finding ways to help patients of all ages feel better. With a B.S. in Medical Technology from Southern College of Seventh Day Adventist and an M.D. from Loma Linda University School of Medicine in California, Dr. Cruz did not spend all her time in school. She taught English for one year in Thailand and provided medical care to natives along the Amazon River before she joined the U.S. Navy to complete her Internal Medicine Internship at the Naval Hospital, Oakland, California, and the University of California, San Francisco.As a Naval physician, Dr. Cruz was deployed to Guam to fulfill her commitment to the U.S. Navy, where she served as a Staff Internist at the U.S. Naval Hospital. During her active duty years in the Navy, she received the Meritorious Unit Commendation Medal as well as the Humanitarian Service Medal and the National Defense Medal for service during Operation Desert Storm. During her last two years in Guam, she was the Head of the Internal Medicine Division at the U.S. Naval Hospital.During her early years in medicine, Dr. Cruz realized that many of her patients were coming in with issues that were directly or indirectly related to gastrointestinal distress. In 2000, she decided she wanted to specialize in Gastroenterology (GI) to help those who couldn't find answers. She returned to the University of California, San Francisco where she completed her training in her new specialty. In 2004, Dr. Cruz moved to Arizona to join the Arizona Medical Clinic in Peoria. She served as a full-time gastroenterologist in both the outpatient and inpatient settings doing the full range of general gastroenterology including endoscopic procedures, as well as hepatology. In January 2007, she opened the doors to her own practice, Dr. Liz Cruz Partners in Digestive Health in Phoenix.In 2010, Dr. Cruz along with her life partner, Tina Nunziato, a certified holistic medical provider, began offering the Dr. Liz Cruz Wellness Program to educate patients on the very things that were causing their digestive issues. Patients were eliminating their digestive issues through detoxification, digestive restoration, nutrition and proper hydration, thus the DNA for Digestive Health three-step program was born.Dr. Cruz was born in Los Angeles and was raised in Orlando. She speaks fluent Spanish and enjoys her family, traveling, jazz music, and photography.Dr. Cruz is a Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine and the American Board of Gastroenterology. She is a member of the American Gastroenterological Association and the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy.Trusted Gastroenterologist, addressing digestive issues with a thorough conventional work-up and a natural healing approach. Dr. Cruz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). Her top areas of expertise are Gardner Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, and Hiatal Hernia.

To provide the best possible care for my patients. Dr. Mumtaz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). Her top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

I enjoy practicing yoga, hiking, and horseback riding. Dr. Meyfeldt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). Her top areas of expertise are Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypothyroidism, and Hypertension.

Shiva Ratuapli is a Gastroenterologist in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Ratuapli is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Ratuapli is currently accepting new patients.

I enjoy spending time with friends and family. Dr. Suchartlikitwong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). Her top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Achalasia, Diarrhea, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

I love running, traveling to the new places, and watching sports. Dr. Wijarnpreecha is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Cirrhosis, Malabsorption, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant.

I enjoy traveling, music, painting and spending quality time with my family. Dr. Wassef is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pancreatitis, Childhood Pancreatitis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Gallbladder Removal.

-Surgical education and quality improvement-Travel, with an emphasis on historical walking tours -Live music, nonfiction books and spending time with family. Dr. Landin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). Her top areas of expertise are Obesity, Hernia, Obesity in Children, Endoscopy, and Sleeve Gastrectomy.

I enjoy reading, eating great food with family and friends, co-ed soccer, hiking, and especially spending quality time with my family. Dr. Lovato is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). Her top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, Obesity Hypoventilation Syndrome (OHS), Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

Charles Castillo is a General Practice provider in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Castillo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, and Choledocholithiasis. Dr. Castillo is currently accepting new patients.

Barbara Maccollum is a Gastroenterologist in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Maccollum is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). Her top areas of expertise are Gas Bloat Syndrome, Diverticular Disease, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), and Diarrhea. Dr. Maccollum is currently accepting new patients.

M Jasser is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Jasser is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Infant Hyperglycemia, Vertigo, and Obesity. Dr. Jasser is currently accepting new patients.

David Bowne is a Plastic Surgeon in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Bowne is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Low Nasal Bridge, Nasal Septal Hematoma, Perichondritis, and Nasal Flaring. Dr. Bowne is currently accepting new patients.

Ryan Rehl is a Plastic Surgeon in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Rehl is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Nasal Polyps, Sinusitis, Ethmoiditis, and Endoscopic Transnasal Transsphenoidal Surgery. Dr. Rehl is currently accepting new patients.

Our mission is to provide individualized care to our patients, to respond to their particular needs, and provide a warm, secure and encouraging environment. Our healthcare providers have as their primary commitment the provision of patient-centered care which is psychosocial, physical and spiritual in nature. Dr. Lopez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Food Allergy, Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome, and Pica.

The Norton Thoracic Institute believes in treating all patients with dignity and respect. Using a multidisciplinary approach, the Institute works to diagnose and treat some of the most complex thoracic and esophageal diseases in the Southwest through a team of physicians who provide patients with a plan of care. Patients receive treatment with state-of-the-art technology to ensure a full range of treatment options. We offer treatment and care in accordance with national guidelines. Dr. Hashimi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Lung Transplant, and Endoscopy.

Douglas Cunningham is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Cunningham is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are HIV/AIDS, Myelitis, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, and AIDS Dementia Complex. Dr. Cunningham is currently accepting new patients.