The 20 Best Hiatal Hernia Doctors Near Me in North Bergen, NJ

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The 20 Best Hiatal Hernia Doctors near North Bergen, NJ

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 627 doctor with experience in Hiatal Hernia near North Bergen, NJ. Of these, 485 are Experienced, 113 are Advanced, 19 are Distinguished and 2 are Elite.

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    Elite in Hiatal Hernia
    General Surgery
    Elite in Hiatal Hernia
    General Surgery

    New York University

    560 1st Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Tanuja Damani is a General Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Damani is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hiatal Hernia. Her top areas of expertise are Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Elite in Hiatal Hernia
    General Surgery
    Elite in Hiatal Hernia
    General Surgery

    Gastroesophageal Reflux And Motility Disorders Program

    520 E 70th St Fl 8, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Rasa Zarnegar is a General Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Zarnegar is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hiatal Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Thyroidectomy, and Parathyroidectomy. Dr. Zarnegar is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Hiatal Hernia
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Hiatal Hernia
    General Surgery
    110 E 59th St, Ste 8A, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paresh Shah is a General Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Shah is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hiatal Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Small Bowel Resection, and Pancreatectomy.

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    Alex Sherman
    Advanced in Hiatal Hernia
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Hiatal Hernia
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Vanguard Gastroenterology And Primary Care At 31st Street

    36 East 31st Street, Suite 701, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Alex Sherman is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist in New York, New York. Dr. Sherman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hiatal Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastric Dysmotility, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Gastrostomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Jonathan Cohen
    Advanced in Hiatal Hernia
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Hiatal Hernia
    Gastroenterology

    Vanguard Gastroenterology And Primary Care At 31st Street

    36 East 31st Street, Suite 701, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jonathan Cohen is a graduate of Harvard College and Harvard Medical School. He completed his residency at Beth Israel Hospital in Boston, and fellowships in gastroenterology at UCLA, and advanced endoscopy at The Wellesley Hospital in Toronto, Canada. Dr. Cohen was Clinical Professor of Medicine at NYU School of Medicine since 2006, joining the full-time faculty as a Professor of Medicine at Northwell/Hofstra in 2024. He has worked as gastroenterologist and performed general and advanced endoscopy at Northwell Vanguard Gastroenterology with expertise in ERCP, colonoscopy, endoscopic resection of large polyps, ablation of tumors and Barrett's esophagus, weight management and endoscopic bariatric therapy. For each of the past 24 years, he has been named to the Castle Connolly Best Doctors list.Dr. Cohen the current Treasurer of the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy [ASGE] and will be the organization's President in 2027-8. He served as past Chairman of the ASGE Training Committee and the Quality Assurance in Endoscopy Committee. He is also the current Director of the Program for Endoscopic Teachers of the World Endoscopy Organization. Dr. Cohen served as President of the New York Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy in 2004. Dr. Cohen has authored numerous articles and has made many presentations at scientific meetings both in the U.S and abroad. He has edited three textbooks in his field: Successful Training in Endoscopy Endoscopy Past Present and Future: NYSGE at 50and Comprehensive Atlas of High-Resolution Endoscopy and Narrowband Imaging, a volume which has been translated into 4 languages and sold worldwide. Dr. Cohen is recognized by his colleagues around the world as an expert on quality indicators in gastroenterology, as well as simulator training and advanced imaging technologies in the early diagnosis of GI cancers. A sought after national and international lecturer, Dr. Cohen has also directed over 50 training courses in his fields of expertise to groups of doctors in many countries and throughout North America. He currently serves as Director of Innovation and Sustainability in the Northwell GI service line. Dr. Cohen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hiatal Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Cronkhite-Canada Disease, and Colonoscopy.

    Brendan Finnerty
    Distinguished in Hiatal Hernia
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Hiatal Hernia
    General Surgery

    General Surgery - Upper East Side

    520 E 70th St Fl 8, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Brendan Finnerty is a General Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Finnerty is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hiatal Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Hiatal Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Thyroidectomy, and Parathyroidectomy. Dr. Finnerty is currently accepting new patients.

    Marc Bessler
    Advanced in Hiatal Hernia
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery
    Advanced in Hiatal Hernia
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Bariatric Surgery At Lenox Hill

    186 East 76th Street, 1st Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marc Bessler is a General Surgeon and a Bariatric Medicine provider in New York, New York. Dr. Bessler is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hiatal Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Subroto Paul
    Advanced in Hiatal Hernia
    Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Hiatal Hernia
    Thoracic Surgery

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery At Lenox Hill, 4th Floor

    130 East 77th Street, Black Hall, 4th Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Bengali
    Offers Telehealth

    Subroto Paul, MD is Chief of Thoracic Surgery at Lenox Hill Hospital. Dr. Paul specializes in the treatment of both benign and malignant lung and esophageal disease. Dr. Paul uses advanced minimally invasive robotic techniques whose precision allows patients to recover faster. As a surgeon that embraces the multi-disciplinary approach to patient care, he strives to carefully explain all diagnostic and therapeutic options available. Dr. Paul's approach encourages patients to become involved in their own care to ensure they receive the most advanced care possible. He partners collaboratively with other members of the care team to ensure that patients receive the most comprehensive care possible. Both in and out of the operating room, no detail is left unturned to care for his patients. Dr. Paul is committed to bringing compassionate care and healthcare excellence to his patients. Dr. Paul received his undergraduate education from Yale University. He then earned his medical degree from Harvard Medical School and completed both his General Surgery residency and Thoracic Surgery fellowship at Brigham and Women's Hospital, a Harvard Medical School affiliate. He has also completed a Master of Public Health from Columbia University. Dr. Paul s research interests include improving health care delivery and outcomes through the use of technology. He has been the principal investigator of several clinical trials as well as the recipient of grants for his research. Dr. Paul has published over 100 peer-reviewed articles in thoracic surgery. Dr. Paul has been rated as one of New York Magazine's Best Doctors and is a member of various prestigious medical societies including the American College of Surgeons, Society of Thoracic Surgeons, and American Association for Thoracic Surgeons. Dr. Paul is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hiatal Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Nodules, Endoscopy, and Thymectomy.

    Advanced in Hiatal Hernia
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Hiatal Hernia
    Gastroenterology

    Harry Snady MD

    1 Bellevue Terrace, 
    Weehawken, NJ 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Harry Snady is a Gastroenterologist in Weehawken, New Jersey. Dr. Snady is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hiatal Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Tenesmus, and Diverticular Disease.

    Distinguished in Hiatal Hernia
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Hiatal Hernia
    Gastroenterology

    ColumbiaDoctors - Midtown

    51 W 51st St Ste 360, 
    New York, NY 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Katzka is a Gastroenterologist in New York, New York. Dr. Katzka is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hiatal Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Esophagitis, Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Barrett Esophagus, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Jeffrey S. Crespin
    Experienced in Hiatal Hernia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Hiatal Hernia
    Gastroenterology

    Jeffrey S. Crespin, M.D.

    200 West 57th St, Suie 905, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Spanish

    I did 3 years of gastoenterology and transplant training at Northwestern. I have interests in fatty liver, screening colonoscopy and barrets esophagus. Dr. Crespin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hiatal Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), and Hepatitis B.

    Advanced in Hiatal Hernia
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Hiatal Hernia
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    60 East 56th Street, Floor 7, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Portuguese, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Paulo Pacheco is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist in New York, New York. Dr. Pacheco is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hiatal Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Berdon Syndrome, Anal Fissure, Lactose Intolerance, and Bowel Incontinence.

    Advanced in Hiatal Hernia
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Hiatal Hernia
    Gastroenterology
    3 East 83rd Street, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Joseph Nash is a Gastroenterologist in New York, New York. Dr. Nash is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hiatal Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gardner Syndrome, and Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.

    Marcovalerio Melis
    Experienced in Hiatal Hernia
    Surgical Oncology | General Surgery
    Experienced in Hiatal Hernia
    Surgical Oncology | General Surgery

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Gastrointestinal Surgical Oncology At East 76th Street

    122 East 76th Street, 1b, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Italian

    "Marcovalerio Melis, MD, FACS, is a surgical oncologist with more than 12 years of experience in the treatment of abdominal cancers, including those in the esophagus, stomach, liver, pancreas, colon and rectum. He joined Northwell Health in 2020 and currently serves as the chief of surgical oncology at Phelps Hospital.Dr. Melis provides highly specialized care, including hyperthermic intraoperative chemotherapy (HIPEC)-an advanced treatment option in which a concentrated dose of chemotherapy is administered during surgery. In fact, he was the first to perform a HIPEC procedure at NYU Langone Health (then New York University Hospital), and helped develop the HIPEC program for Northwell Health. As part of a multidisciplinary team, he works alongside medical oncologists, radiation oncologists and imaging technicians to provide a holistic treatment plan unique to every patient.Dr. Melis completed his residency at the University of Chicago and his fellowship at Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa, Florida. He has published more than 100 articles in medical journals and research publications and continues to contribute to the advancement of surgical oncology to this day; currently, he's involved in research on the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in clinical practice and how AI can enhance pancreatic cancer treatment.In the past, Dr. Melis served in leadership positions at various medical societies and committees, including the Veterans Integrated Service Networks, the Association for Academic Surgery and the American College of Surgeons. Now, he passes on his knowledge to the surgeons of tomorrow as a professor at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell.Dr. Melis always wanted to be a doctor, but he found that he was drawn to the hands-on approach of surgery while in medical school. As for oncology, it was the reward of saving lives that drew him in. ""Helping patients fight cancer is very rewarding,"" he says. ""It's a challenging time for them, and seeing their gratitude gets me through the day.""". Dr. Melis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hiatal Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Stomach Cancer, Esophageal Cancer, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery.

    Distinguished in Hiatal Hernia
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Hiatal Hernia
    Gastroenterology

    Gastroenterology And Hepatology At David H. Koch Center

    1283 York Ave # 9, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Reem Sharaiha is a Gastroenterologist in New York, New York. Dr. Sharaiha is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hiatal Hernia. Her top areas of expertise are Bile Duct Obstruction, Obesity, Cholestasis, Endoscopy, and Gastric Bypass. Dr. Sharaiha is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Hiatal Hernia
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Hiatal Hernia
    Gastroenterology

    Gastroenterology And Hepatology At David H. Koch Center

    1283 York Ave # 9, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Srihari Mahadev is a Gastroenterologist in New York, New York. Dr. Mahadev is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hiatal Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Hiatal Hernia, Celiac Disease, Malabsorption, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Mahadev is currently accepting new patients.

    Anthony A. Starpoli
    Experienced in Hiatal Hernia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Hiatal Hernia
    Gastroenterology
    80 5th Avenue, Room 1605, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Anthony Starpoli is a Gastroenterologist in New York, New York. Dr. Starpoli is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hiatal Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Celiac Disease, Obesity, and Hiatal Hernia.

    James M. Salik
    Experienced in Hiatal Hernia
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Hiatal Hernia
    Gastroenterology

    Vanguard Gastroenterology And Primary Care At 31st Street

    36 East 31st Street, Suite 701, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    James Salik is a Gastroenterologist in New York, New York. Dr. Salik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hiatal Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Gas Bloat Syndrome, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Bacterial Gastroenteritis, and Colonoscopy.

    Edward M. Brettholz
    Experienced in Hiatal Hernia
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Hiatal Hernia
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Vanguard Gastroenterology And Primary Care At 31st Street

    36 East 31st Street, Suite 701, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Edward Brettholz is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist in New York, New York. Dr. Brettholz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hiatal Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Tenesmus, Esophagitis, and Colonoscopy.

    Distinguished in Hiatal Hernia
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Hiatal Hernia
    General Surgery

    General Surgery - Upper East Side

    520 E 70th St # 8, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Cheguevara Afaneh is a General Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Afaneh is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hiatal Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Hiatal Hernia?

    Hiatal hernia is a condition in which part of the stomach extends through an opening of the diaphragm into the chest. The diaphragm is the sheet of muscle that divides the chest from the abdomen.

    When should I see an Hiatal Hernia doctor near North Bergen, NJ?

    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 Hiatal Hernia doctor near North Bergen, NJ?

    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 Hiatal Hernia doctors near North Bergen, NJ?

    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 Hiatal Hernia doctors near North Bergen, NJ?

    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 Hiatal Hernia doctor near North Bergen, NJ?

    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 Hiatal Hernia doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Hiatal Hernia 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 Hiatal Hernia doctor near North Bergen, NJ?

    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 Hiatal Hernia 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 Hiatal Hernia 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 Hiatal Hernia doctors near North Bergen, NJ?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Hiatal Hernia 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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