The 20 Best Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants Doctors Near Me in Pittsburgh, PA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 10 doctor with experience in Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants near Pittsburgh, PA. Of these, 9 are Experienced and 1 are Advanced.

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    Experienced in Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants
    Gastroenterology

    UPMC Digestive Health Care

    1515 Locust Street, Floor 5, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. David J. Levinthal is a gastroenterologist and is board-certified in gastroenterology and internal medicine. He is director of the Neurogastroenterology & Motility Center and assistant professor of medicine in the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition. Dr. Levinthal received his doctorate in Neuroscience at the University of Pittsburgh, followed by his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine; he completed his residency at the University of Michigan Health System and his gastroenterology fellowship at UPMC. Dr. Levinthal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome, Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS), Gastroparesis, Protein Deficiency, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Levinthal is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants
    Pediatric Pulmonology
    Experienced in Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants
    Pediatric Pulmonology

    Pediatric Pulmonology In Lawrenceville

    4401 Penn Avenue, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Geoffrey Kurland, MD, is director of the Pediatric Lung Transplant Program at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh and a professor of pediatrics at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He is board-certified in pediatrics, pediatric pulmonology, and allergy and immunology.Dr. Kurland is a native of Baltimore, Maryland, and received his medical degree from Stanford University. He completed an internship and residency in pediatrics at Stanford University Medical Center followed by a fellowship in pediatric allergy, immunology, and pulmonology, and a research and clinical fellowship in adult and pediatric pulmonology, both also at Stanford University Medical Center. His first full-time academic appointment was at the University of California Davis Medical Center in Sacramento, California. He moved to Pittsburgh in 1988 and has remained on the faculty here since that time.Dr. Kurland considers himself primarily a clinician.  He has special expertise and interest in pediatric flexible bronchoscopy, childhood interstitial lung disease, as well as pediatric lung transplantation. His clinical patients, however, cover the wide range of pediatric pulmonary problems and include interstitial lung disease, bronchopulmonary dysplasia, asthma, cystic fibrosis, and numerous other diagnoses leading to end-stage lung disease requiring transplantation.Dr. Kurland’s research interests include interstitial lung disease in infants and children and novel approaches to transplant graft surveillance.  He is a PI or Co-PI on many of the clinical research projects in his division. He has lectured at many institutions nationally and internationally. He has authored or co-authored more than 60 peer-reviewed articles, as well as 13 book chapters. He has also written a book describing his own experience as a patient with Leukemia.Dr. Kurland is married to Kristen S. Kurland, who is a teaching professor of architecture and public policy at Carnegie Mellon University. Dr. Kurland’s hobbies include music (guitar), writing, reading, and painting. A former ultramarathon runner (50-100 mile distance), his knees now allow mainly rowing (water rower) or other less jarring activities (elliptical or biking), which Dr. Kurland tries to do on a daily basis. Dr. Kurland is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants, Infantile Pneumothorax, and Endoscopy. Dr. Kurland is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics , American Board Of Pediatrics , and American Board Of Allergy And Immunology. Dr. Kurland is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Experienced in Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants
    Pediatric Cardiology

    Pediatric Cardiology In Lawrenceville

    4401 Penn Avenue, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Evonne M. Morell, DO, is director of Inpatient General Pediatric Cardiology Services and director of Quality Improvement for General Cardiology at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. She is also an assistant professor of Pediatrics in the Division of Cardiology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. She is board-certified in pediatrics and pediatric cardiology.Dr. Morell earned her medical degree from West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine. She then completed a pediatric residency via the Fast-Track Program at Michigan State University, followed by a pediatric cardiology fellowship at UPMC Children’s Hospital. She served as chief pediatric cardiology fellow in her final year of this fellowship program. She then furthered her training through a one-year Pediatric Cardiac Critical Care fellowship at UPMC Children’s.Dr. Morell’s career has focused on acute care cardiology and complex congenital heart diseases including single-ventricle physiology. Since her appointment as an assistant professor of Pediatrics in 2011, Dr. Morell has transformed the inpatient general cardiology service at Children’s. She sought advanced training in quality improvement methodology, helped to develop a general cardiology quality improvement program at Children’s, and established herself as a local and national leader in quality improvement. Her current research focus is on quality improvement with projects focused on improving patient care in the acute care and outpatient settings.She is a member of the American Heart Association, the Pennsylvania Chapter of Osteopathic Physicians-District VIII, the Pediatric Acute Cardiology Care Collaborative, and the PAC3 Quality Improvement Subcommittee, as well as an executive member of the Pediatric Acute Cardiology Care Collaborative.View the full list of Dr. Morell’s publications on PubMed. Dr. Morell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), Mitral Atresia, Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants, and Pulmonary Atresia with Ventricular Septal Defect. Dr. Morell is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics and American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Morell is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants
    Pediatric Pulmonology
    Experienced in Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants
    Pediatric Pulmonology

    Pediatric Pulmonology In Lawrenceville

    4401 Penn Avenue, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish, Turkish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Levent Midyat, MD, specializes in pediatric pulmonology and is board certified in pediatrics and pediatric pulmonology by the American Board of Pediatrics. He practices at Pediatric Pulmonology in Lawrenceville and is affiliated with UPMC Hamot, UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, and UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital. Dr. Midyat completed his fellowship and residency at Boston Children's Hospital and Ege University School of Medicine and medical education at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine.Are you already a patient of this provider and have a MyUPMC account? Log in to MyUPMC to schedule. Dr. Midyat is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants. His clinical expertise encompasses Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease, Cystic Fibrosis, Lung Transplant, and Endoscopy. Dr. Midyat is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics and American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Midyat is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants
    Pediatric Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants
    Pediatric Otolaryngology

    Pediatric Ear Nose And Throat In Lawrenceville

    4401 Penn Avenue, Floor 3, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Joseph E. Dohar is a professor of otolaryngology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and is a full-time staff pediatric otolaryngologist at UPMC’s Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. Following receipt of his medical degree from the Ohio State University, Dr. Dohar completed his residency training at the University of Minnesota Hospital and Clinic where he also received his master's degree. He completed a clinical and research fellowship in pediatric otolaryngology at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh and is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.Dr. Dohar is the clinical director of the Voice, Resonance, and Swallowing Center, research director of the Airway Center, and co-director of the wound healing program. His interests include voice and swallowing disorders, bronchoesophagology, and congenital and chronic ear disease. Dr. Dohar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Otitis Media with Effusion, Laryngomalacia, Otitis, Myringotomy, and Adenoidectomy. Dr. Dohar is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery. Dr. Dohar is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants
    Pediatric Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants
    Pediatric Otolaryngology

    Pediatric Ear Nose And Throat In Bridgeville

    205 Millers Run Road, 
    Bridgeville, PA 
     (8.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Jeffrey Simons is an assistant professor of otolaryngology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and a full-time member of the clinical staff at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. He received his undergraduate degree from Duke University and his medical degree from the Washington University School of Medicine. He completed residency in otolaryngology–head and neck surgery at UPMC. Dr. Simons then completed a clinical and research fellowship in pediatric otolaryngology at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. He is board-certified in otolaryngology and is a subspecialty Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics.Dr. Simons is also a member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, the Society for Ear, Nose & Throat Advances in Children, the American Medical Association, and several other professional societies. His clinical interests encompass all aspects of pediatric otolaryngology, including airway and ear disorders.View Dr. Simon's full list of publications from PubMed. Dr. Simons is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Laryngomalacia, Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants, Tongue Tie, Adenoidectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Simons is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery. Dr. Simons is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants
    Pediatric Pulmonology
    Experienced in Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants
    Pediatric Pulmonology

    UPMC Children's Hospital Of Pittsburgh

    4401 Penn Ave, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Erick Forno is a Pediatric Pulmonologist practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Forno is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Asthma, Asthma in Children, Stridor, and Cystic Fibrosis.

    Experienced in Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants
    Bariatric Medicine
    Experienced in Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants
    Bariatric Medicine

    Minimally Invasive Bariatric And General Surgery, West Mifflin

    275 Clairton Boulevard, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (6.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Anita P. Courcoulas, MD, MPH, FACS, is a minimally invasive general surgeon certified in surgery by the American Board of Surgery. She is a professor of surgery and chief of the Division of Minimally Invasive Bariatric and General Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Courcoulas attended Brown University, where she graduated with honors and completed her medical degree at Boston University School of Medicine, also with honors. She completed her general surgery internship and residency, pediatric surgery post-graduate research fellowship, and minimally invasive surgery post-graduate fellowship training all at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. In addition, she obtained a Master of Public Health in Epidemiology from the University of Pittsburgh Graduate School of Public Health during her surgical training program. Dr. Courcoulas specializes in minimal access general surgery, abdominal surgery during pregnancy, and bariatric and metabolic surgery. Her research focuses on surgical outcomes, clinical trials, and emerging technologies in bariatric surgery.Dr. Courcoulas is active within many national surgical and obesity organizations, serves on the editorial boards of leading scientific journals, and has published more than 230 peer-reviewed manuscripts, abstracts, and book chapters.View Dr. Courcoulas' full list of publications from PubMed. Dr. Courcoulas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Short Bowel Syndrome, Malnutrition, Gastric Bypass, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Courcoulas is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Courcoulas is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants
    Pediatrics | Medical Genetics
    Experienced in Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants
    Pediatrics | Medical Genetics

    University Of Pittsburgh Physicians

    4401 Penn Ave, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Uta Lichter-Konecki is a Pediatrics specialist and a Medical Genetics provider practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Lichter-Konecki is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD), Phenylketonuria (PKU), Maple Syrup Urine Disease, and Hypotonia.

    Experienced in Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants
    Pediatric Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants
    Pediatric Otolaryngology

    Pediatric Ear Nose And Throat In Sewickley

    2599 Wexford Bayne Road, 
    Sewickley, PA 
     (13.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Allison Tobey is an assistant professor of otolaryngology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and a full-time member of the clinical staff at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. She received her medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed her residency and a Pediatric Otolaryngology Fellowship at UPMC.View Dr. Tobey's full list of publications from PubMed. Dr. Tobey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Laryngomalacia, Stridor, Micrognathia, Adenoidectomy, and Myringotomy. Dr. Tobey is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery. Dr. Tobey is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants?

    Gastroesophageal reflux occurs when stomach contents leak backward from the stomach into the esophagus. This causes "spitting up" in infants.

    When should I see a Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants doctor near Pittsburgh, PA?

    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 a Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants doctor near Pittsburgh, PA?

    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 Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants doctors near Pittsburgh, PA?

    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 Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants doctors near Pittsburgh, PA?

    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 a Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants doctor near Pittsburgh, PA?

    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 Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants 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 a Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants doctor near Pittsburgh, PA?

    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 Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants 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 Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants 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 Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants doctors near Pittsburgh, PA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants 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 a Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants 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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