The 20 Best Gastroschisis Doctors Near Me in Pensacola, FL

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 173 doctor with experience in Gastroschisis near Pensacola, FL. Of these, 159 are Experienced, 12 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Advanced in Gastroschisis
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Gastroschisis
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    Johns Hopkins All Children's Outpatient Care, St. Petersburg

    601 5th Street South, Suite 620, Suite 620, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Law has been a long-time resident of Florida, growing up in Orlando and completing her undergraduate studies and medical school at the University of South Florida in Tampa. She trained at USF for pediatric residency and spent an additional year as chief USF pediatric resident at Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital. She lived in New York City while completing her fellowship in pediatric gastroenterology, hepatology, and nutrition at New York Presbyterian Hospital - Columbia University. She spent her training in both clinical practice and lab research focusing on the enteric nervous system and motility issues in mice. Her career passion is caring for children with all types of general GI disorders. Dr. Law sees patients at the following location: Outpatient Care, St. Petersburg 601 5th Street South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701 Phone: 727-822-4300. Dr. Law is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroschisis. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Delayed Growth, Lactose Intolerance, Morning Sickness, and Gastroschisis. Dr. Law is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

    Advanced in Gastroschisis
    Advanced in Gastroschisis

    Johns Hopkins All Children's Outpatient Care, St. Petersburg

    601 5th Street South, Suite C230, Suite C230, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Brittany Rajo is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Saint Petersburg, Florida. She has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Rajo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroschisis. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gastroschisis and Malnutrition. Dr. Rajo is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

    Advanced in Gastroschisis
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Gastroschisis
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    JH All Children's Gastroenterology

    Ocala, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Winesett is a pediatric gastroenterologist at Johns Hopkins All Children’s. She sees patients in the gastroenterology office in Ocala and the Outpatient Care Centers in Tampa and Wesley Chapel. She has practiced pediatric gastroenterology in the Tampa Bay area for more than two decades. Her clinical interests include inflammatory bowel disease, feeding problems, eosinophilic esophagitis, and celiac disease. Dr. Winesett earned her medical degree from the University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine in Tampa. She completed her pediatric residency at USF/All Children’s Hospital, followed by a fellowship in pediatric gastroenterology and nutrition at Vanderbilt University. Dr. Winesett is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroschisis. She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Morning Sickness, Lactose Intolerance, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, and Diarrhea. Dr. Winesett is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

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    Distinguished in Gastroschisis
    Pediatric Surgery
    Distinguished in Gastroschisis
    Pediatric Surgery

    Pinero Preventive Medical Care

    1720 S Orange Ave Ste 500, 
    Orlando, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Brenna Fullerton is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Orlando, Florida. Dr. Fullerton is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroschisis. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gastroschisis, Necrotizing Enterocolitis, Cloacal Exstrophy, Ileostomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

    Advanced in Gastroschisis
    Neonatology | Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Advanced in Gastroschisis
    Neonatology | Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Office

    1150 NW 14th St Ste 507, 
    Miami, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rodrigo Ruano is a Neonatologist and an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in Miami, Florida. Dr. Ruano is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroschisis. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hernia, Lung Agenesis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Gastroschisis
    Pediatric Surgery
    Advanced in Gastroschisis
    Pediatric Surgery

    Office

    300 NW 70th Ave Ste 202, 
    Plantation, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ruchi Amin is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Plantation, Florida. Dr. Amin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroschisis. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gastroschisis, Tracheoesophageal Fistula, Infantile Pyloric Stenosis, and Diaphragmatic Hernia.

    Experienced in Gastroschisis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gastroschisis
    General Surgery

    Johns Hopkins All Children's Outpatient Care, St. Petersburg

    601 5th Street South, Suite 360, Suite 360, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Danielson is associate dean of clinical affairs at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital. Dr. Danielson also began serving as president of All Children’s Specialty Physicians (ACSP) in 2023, first on an interim basis and then permanently. A clinical professor of surgery, he has chaired the Johns Hopkins All Children's Department of Surgery since 2020 and was interim chair from 2018 to 2020. He specializes in general surgery and was an early adopter of minimally invasive surgical techniques, developing expertise in treating chest wall deformities. Dr. Danielson founded the first fellowship sponsored by Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital in pediatric surgery and was also instrumental in bringing the National Quality Improvement in Surgery Program to the institution. He was named Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital physician of the year in the 2015 Johns Hopkins Medicine Clinical Awards. He joined the hospital staff in 2008. He retired as a colonel from the U.S. Army Reserve in 2017 after serving in both Iraq and Afghanistan. Dr. Danielson earned his medical degree from the University of Rochester where he also completed the residency program in general surgery through Strong Memorial Hospital. He completed a research fellowship in pediatric surgery at Massachusetts General Hospital/Harvard University and a clinical fellowship in pediatric surgery at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. Before joining Johns Hopkins All Children’s, he served as director of pediatric surgical oncology at the University of Massachusetts. Dr. Danielson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroschisis. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Appendicitis, Pectus Excavatum, Omphalocele, Appendectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Danielson is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Experienced in Gastroschisis
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Gastroschisis
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    Johns Hopkins All Children's Outpatient Care, Lakeland

    3310 Lakeland Hills Boulevard, 
    Lakeland, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Dr. Beltroy specializes in pediatric gastroenterology for the Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital Department of Medicine. He primarily sees patients in Tampa and Lakeland. His clinical interests include eosinophilic esophagitis, inflammatory bowel disease, constipation and abdominal pain. Dr. Beltroy earned his medical degree from Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia in Lima, Peru. He trained in pediatrics and served as pediatric chief resident at SUNY Health Science Center in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Beltroy then completed a pediatric gastroenterology fellowship at Children’s Medical Center of Dallas in Texas. He is fluent in Spanish. Dr. Cornejo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroschisis. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Delayed Growth, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Encopresis, and Hirschsprung Disease. Dr. Cornejo is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

    Experienced in Gastroschisis
    Neonatology
    Experienced in Gastroschisis
    Neonatology

    Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital

    501 6th Avenue South, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Doshi specializes in neonatology at Johns Hopkins All Children’s. He sees patients at Sarasota Memorial Hospital, Sarasota Memorial – Venice and HCA Florida Brandon Hospital, through a collaboration with Johns Hopkins All Children’s. He joined the hospital staff in 2025. Dr. Doshi’s clinical and research interests focus on the long-term outcomes among extremely prematurely born patients by monitoring targeted oxygen saturation, nutritional support for optimal growth, and strategies to reduce bronchopulmonary dysplasia rates. He was previously a neonatologist at Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida in Fort Myers. He earned his medical degree from Saurashtra University in Surendranagar, India. He completed a residency in pediatrics at Staten Island University Hospital, followed by a fellowship in neonatal-perinatal medicine at Cohen Children’s Medical Center. He also earned a Master of Public Health in epidemiology from Florida International University. He speaks English, Gujarati and Hindi. Dr. Doshi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroschisis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Infantile Pneumothorax, Bilirubin Encephalopathy, Transient Familial Hyperbilirubinemia, Gastroschisis, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Doshi is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

    Experienced in Gastroschisis
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Gastroschisis
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    Johns Hopkins All Children's Outpatient Care, St. Petersburg

    Saint Petersburg, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Wilsey specializes in pediatric gastroenterology, hepatology, and nutrition in the Department of Medicine. He is the vice chair of the Division of Gastroenterology and served as chief of the medical staff from 2020-2021. In 2022, he was named Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital Physician of the Year in the Johns Hopkins Medicine Clinical Awards. Dr. Wilsey is an advanced therapeutic endoscopist specializing in endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) for infants and children. He is one of a select group of gastroenterologists with this expertise internationally and across North America. At Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, he has developed and implemented multiple clinical innovations related to therapeutic endoscopy. He is an associate professor of clinical pediatrics at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Additionally, he is a core faculty member of the Johns Hopkins All Children’s Pediatric Residency Training Program, where he serves as a faculty and research mentor for pediatric resident physicians. Dr. Wilsey has published more than 90 peer-reviewed research articles, review articles, case reports, consensus statements, and book chapters. He also serves as a peer reviewer for several medical journals, and is the associate editor of the Journal of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition. He has delivered numerous talks nationally and internationally in the field of advanced therapeutic endoscopy, including the management of esophageal strictures. Dr. Wilsey joined the medical staff in 2002. He is also a clinical professor of pediatrics at the University of South Florida College of Medicine and a former associate program director of the University of South Florida Pediatric Residency Training Program. He earned his medical degree from the University of Miami School of Medicine. He completed his pediatric residency at Baylor College of Medicine and Texas Children’s Hospital, followed by fellowship training in pediatric gastroenterology, hepatology, and nutrition at Baylor College of Medicine and Texas Children’s Hospital. Dr. Wilsey sees patients at the following location: Outpatient Care, St. Petersburg 601 5th Street South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701 Phone: 727-822-4300 Recent News Articles and Media Coverage Study finds possible link between long COVID and mystery hepatitis in kids, Today Show - NBC (June 17, 2022) Is COVID-19 Related to Pediatric Cases of Hepatitis? Verywell Health (June 28, 2022). Dr. Wilsey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroschisis. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Esophageal Atresia, Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Tracheoesophageal Fistula, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Wilsey is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

    Experienced in Gastroschisis
    Experienced in Gastroschisis

    Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital

    501 6th Avenue South, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Alexander is a diagnostic radiologist at Johns Hopkins All Children’s. She sees patients on the hospital’s St. Petersburg, Florida, campus. She joined the medical staff in 2025. She was previously a radiologist at Boston Children’s Hospital. Dr. Alexander earned her medical degree from the University of Kansas School of Medicine in Wichita. She completed a diagnostic radiology residency at the University of Missouri in Kansas City. She then completed a diagnostic pediatric radiology fellowship followed by a pediatric musculoskeletal radiology fellowship at Boston Children’s Hospital. Dr. Alexander is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroschisis. She is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Scoliosis, Osteochondritis Dissecans, Knock Knees, and Caffey Disease. Dr. Alexander is board certified in American Board Of Radiology.

    Experienced in Gastroschisis
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Gastroschisis
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    Johns Hopkins All Children's Outpatient Care, St. Petersburg

    601 5th Street South, Suite 620, Suite 620, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. McClenathan is chief of the division of the pediatric gastroenterology, hepatology and nutrition at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital. He earned his medical degree at Louisiana State University School of Medicine and completed his pediatric internship and residency at The Johns Hopkins Hospital and his pediatric gastroenterology and nutrition clinical and research fellowships at Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Mcclenathan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroschisis. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lactose Intolerance, Morning Sickness, Dubin-Johnson Syndrome, Rotor Syndrome, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Mcclenathan is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

    Experienced in Gastroschisis
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Gastroschisis
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    JH All Children's Gastroenterology

    5205 East Fletcher Avenue, 
    Temple Terrace, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Dr. Irizarry is a pediatric gastroenterologist at Johns Hopkins All Children’s. She sees patients in the gastroenterology office in Temple Terrace and the Outpatient Care Center in Brandon. Her clinical interests include inflammatory bowel disease and eosinophilic esophagitis. She earned her medical degree from Ponce School of Medicine in Ponce, Puerto Rico. She completed a pediatric residency at the University of South Florida in Tampa. She then completed a fellowship in pediatric gastroenterology, hepatology and nutrition at the University of Colorado School of Medicine in Denver. Dr. Irizarry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroschisis. She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Morning Sickness, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Diarrhea, and Gilbert Syndrome. Dr. Irizarry is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

    Experienced in Gastroschisis
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Gastroschisis
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    JH All Children's Gastroenterology

    5205 East Fletcher Avenue, 
    Temple Terrace, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Kaiser is a pediatric gastroenterologist at Johns Hopkins All Children’s. He sees patients in the gastroenterology office in Temple Terrace and the Outpatient Care Center in Lakeland. He earned his medical degree from the University of Florida College of Medicine in Gainesville. He completed his pediatric residency at Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children and Women, where he also served as chief resident. He then completed a fellowship in pediatric gastroenterology and nutrition at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville. Dr. Kaiser is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroschisis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Malnutrition, Morning Sickness, Dubin-Johnson Syndrome, and Rotor Syndrome. Dr. Kaiser is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

    Experienced in Gastroschisis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gastroschisis
    General Surgery

    Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital

    501 6th Avenue South, 
    Saint Petersburg, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Russell “Rusty” Jennings, a pioneer of pediatric surgical procedures for malformed esophageal and tracheal conditions, is a surgeon in the Esophageal and Airway Treatment (EAT) Program at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, which he joined in 2022. A pediatric surgeon for more than 40 years, Dr. Jennings founded and directed the world’s first Esophageal and Airway Treatment (EAT) Center at Boston Children’s Hospital. There he led a multidisciplinary team that worked on solving unsolved problems, and developed innovative techniques for evaluation, diagnosis and successful treatment of: complex esophageal strictures esophageal atresia “long gap” esophageal atresia esophageal replacement tracheo-esophageal fistulas recurrent tracheo-esophageal fistulas laryngo-tracheo-esophageal clefts tracheomalacia bronchomalacia tracheal reconstruction aberrant subclavian artery vascular compression syndromes vascular rings pectus excavatum chest wall deformities asphyxiating thoracic dystrophies recurrent laryngeal nerve monitoring during thoracic surgery Dr. Jennings has many publications on these topics including the largest series of successful treatment of complex recurrent tracheoesophageal fistulas in the literature with excellent outcomes, techniques to grow patients’ tissues to allow repair and connection of the esophagus in cases of esophageal atresia and esophageal injury, esophageal replacement with jejunum, and treatment of tracheomalacia. He has frequently taught and presented on these and numerous other related topics regionally, nationally, and internationally. Dr. Jennings’ prior work includes establishing the first fetal surgery center in New England; Dr. Jennings developed the first successful fetal cardiac surgery program in the world treating HLHS before birth. Dr. Jennings earned his medical degree from the University of California, San Francisco. His general surgery residency was done at the University of California, San Francisco. He was a postdoctoral research fellow for three years in the Fetal Treatment Center and Fetal Treatment Laboratory while completing the residency. He completed a pediatric surgery fellowship at Boston Children’s/Harvard Medical School. Dr. Jennings is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroschisis. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Esophageal Atresia, Tracheoesophageal Fistula, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Double Aortic Arch, and Endoscopy. Dr. Jennings is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Experienced in Gastroschisis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gastroschisis
    General Surgery

    Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital

    Saint Petersburg, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Shieh is a pediatric surgeon in the Department of Surgery at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital. She joined the medical staff in 2021 and sees patients on our main campus in St. Petersburg, Florida, and also at Tampa General Hospital and Brandon Regional Hospital. Her clinical focus includes esophageal and airway treatment (EAT). Dr. Shieh earned her medical degree from the University of Arizona College of Medicine — Phoenix. She completed her general surgery residency at New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University Medical Center, during which she did a pediatric surgery research fellowship at Boston Children’s Hospital. She then completed her pediatric surgery fellowship at Boston Children’s Hospital. Dr. Shieh speaks Mandarin Chinese and Spanish. Dr. Shieh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroschisis. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Esophageal Atresia, Tracheoesophageal Fistula, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Shieh is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Experienced in Gastroschisis
    Pediatric Radiology | Radiology
    Experienced in Gastroschisis
    Pediatric Radiology | Radiology

    Nemours Children's Health, Downtown Orlando

    1717 S. Orange Ave., 
    Orlando, FL 
    Experience:
    11+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kimberly Fagen is a Pediatric Radiologist and a Radiologist practicing medicine in Orlando, Florida. She has been practicing medicine for over 11 years. Dr. Fagen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroschisis. Her clinical expertise encompasses Omphalocele and Gastroschisis. Dr. Fagen is board certified in American Board Of Radiology.

    Experienced in Gastroschisis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gastroschisis
    General Surgery

    Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital

    Saint Petersburg, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Smithers is an associate professor of surgery and director of the Esophageal and Airway Treatment (EAT) Program in the Department of Surgery at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital since 2019. He was honored for Innovations in Clinical Care at the Johns Hopkins Medicine Clinical Awards for 2020. As a leader in both innovation and expertise for pediatric thoracic surgery, he and his team see patients from all over the United States and internationally. The team also makes several invited trips per year around the country and world for lectures and conferences, in addition to helping patients and teaching other surgical teams regarding complex esophageal and airway surgical techniques in the operating room. Dr. Smithers previously served as assistant professor of surgery at Boston Children’s Hospital from 2009-2019, as part of their groundbreaking EAT program. His clinical specialties are congenital and acquired conditions of the esophagus and airway, vascular rings, congenital diaphragmatic hernia, extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), surgical critical care, and minimally invasive surgery. He earned his medical degree from Albany Medical College and completed his residency in general surgery at Oregon Health and Science University in Portland. He served as fellow in pediatric surgery at Boston Children’s Hospital after completing a research fellowship and a surgical critical care fellowship at Boston Children’s Hospital. He also completed a global surgery clinical fellowship at Harvard Medical School. Videos Meet Jason Smithers, M.D. What is esophageal stricture and how is it treated? What is tracheomalacia and how is it treated? What is recurrent tracheoesophageal fistula (rTEF) and how is it treated? What is long gap esophageal atresia and how is it treated?. Dr. Smithers is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroschisis. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Esophageal Atresia, Tracheoesophageal Fistula, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Smithers is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Experienced in Gastroschisis
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Gastroschisis
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    JH All Children's Gastroenterology

    6709 Ridge Road, Suite 202, Suite 202, 
    Port Richey, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Dr. Lugo is a pediatric gastroenterologist at Johns Hopkins All Children’s. He sees patients in the gastroenterology office in Port Richey. His clinical interests include all aspects of pediatric gastroenterology but especially inflammatory bowel disease and eosinophilic esophagitis. He earned his medical degree from Meharry Medical College in Nashville. He completed a general pediatrics residency and pediatric gastroenterology fellowship at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Dr. Lugo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroschisis. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Malnutrition, Morning Sickness, Lactose Intolerance, and Encopresis. Dr. Lugo is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

    Experienced in Gastroschisis
    Pediatric Gastroenterology | Hospital Medicine
    Experienced in Gastroschisis
    Pediatric Gastroenterology | Hospital Medicine

    Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital

    Saint Petersburg, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Rivera-Nieves specializes in pediatric gastroenterology, hepatology and nutrition in the Department of Medicine. She sees patients on our main campus in St. Petersburg and at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Outpatient Care, Sarasota. She joined the medical staff in 2020. Dr. Rivera-Nieves earned her medical degree from the Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara in Jalisco, Mexico. She completed a pre-internship medical program at New York Medical College in Valhalla, New York. She then completed a family medicine internship from Vidant Medical Center, East Carolina University/Brody School of Medicine in Greenville, North Carolina, followed by a pediatric residency in general pediatrics from Vidant Medical Center, East Carolina University/Brody School of Medicine. Dr. Rivera-Nieves also completed a pediatric gastroenterology fellowship from Orlando Health, Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children/University of Florida in Orlando, Florida. Dr. Rivera is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroschisis. Her clinical expertise encompasses Lactose Intolerance, Atresia of Small Intestine, Fecal Impaction, and Small Bowel Bacterial Overgrowth. Dr. Rivera is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

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    What is the definition of Gastroschisis?

    Gastroschisis is a birth defect in which an infant's intestines are outside of the body because of a hole in the abdominal wall.

    When should I see a Gastroschisis doctor near Pensacola, FL?

    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 Gastroschisis doctor near Pensacola, FL?

    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 Gastroschisis doctors near Pensacola, FL?

    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 Gastroschisis doctors near Pensacola, FL?

    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 Gastroschisis doctor near Pensacola, FL?

    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 Gastroschisis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Gastroschisis 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 Gastroschisis doctor near Pensacola, FL?

    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 Gastroschisis 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 Gastroschisis 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 Gastroschisis doctors near Pensacola, FL?

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

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