The 20 Best Lactose Intolerance Doctors Near Me in Flushing, NY

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 195 doctor with experience in Lactose Intolerance near Flushing, NY. Of these, 165 are Experienced, 28 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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    Experienced in Lactose Intolerance
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Lactose Intolerance
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    13347 Sanford Avenue, Suite 1C, 
    Flushing, NY 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Cantonese, Mandarin

    Dr. Yingheng Liu is board-certified in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology. She earned her medical degree from the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in NY with a Distinction in Clinical Research and her PhD from the University of South Dakota. Dr. Liu completed internship and residency in Internal Medicine at New York University Langone Health, followed by fellowship in Gastroenterology and Hepatology at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai/Mount Sinai Beth Israel, Morningside and West.Dr. Liu focuses on colon cancer screening and prevention, esophageal disease, peptic ulcer disease, IBD (inflammatory bowel disease), IBS (irritable bowel syndrome), and liver disease (hepatitis, fatty liver, cirrhosis). She has a particular interest in gastrointestinal health for women such as screening for gastrointestinal cancers, GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease), abdominal bloating, IBS, fecal incontinence, and constipation. Dr. Liu also has a strong interest in quality improvement in colorectal cancer screening.Dr. Liu performs upper endoscopy with diagnostic and therapeutic interventions for strictures, BRAVO placement for pH monitoring, esophageal variceal banding, percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy/feeding tube placement, colonoscopy, sigmoidoscopy and capsule endoscopy. She is also trained in interpretation of esophageal high resolution manometry and anorectal manometry.Dr. Liu prides herself in providing quality, compassionate and individualized expert care for each of her patients. To better serve her patients, Dr. Liu is fluent in English, Mandarin and Cantonese. Dr. Liu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lactose Intolerance. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gas Bloat Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Lactose Intolerance, and Childhood Volvulus. Dr. Liu is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology.

    Experienced in Lactose Intolerance
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Lactose Intolerance
    Gastroenterology

    Northwell Health At Rego Park

    95-25 Queens Boulevard, 2nd Floor, Suite A, 
    Rego Park, NY 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michele Belding is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Rego Park, New York. She has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Belding is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lactose Intolerance. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Bacterial Gastroenteritis, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Visceromegaly, and Cirrhosis.

    Experienced in Lactose Intolerance
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Lactose Intolerance
    Gastroenterology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Gastroenterology At Douglaston

    241-02 Northern Boulevard, First Floor, 
    Douglaston, NY 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Donald Palmadessa is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Douglaston, New York. Dr. Palmadessa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lactose Intolerance. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hemorrhoids, and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). Dr. Palmadessa is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology.

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    Distinguished in Lactose Intolerance
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Lactose Intolerance
    Gastroenterology
    1020 Park Avenue, Floor 1, 
    New York, NY 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Audrey Woolrich is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Woolrich is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lactose Intolerance. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Lactose Intolerance, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1, and Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3.

    Experienced in Lactose Intolerance
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Lactose Intolerance
    Gastroenterology
    10721 Queens Boulevard, Suite 4, 
    Forest Hills, NY 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Russian

    Albert Shalomov is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Forest Hills, New York. Dr. Shalomov is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lactose Intolerance. He is also highly rated in 52 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Campylobacter Infection, Helicobacter Pylori Infection, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Shalomov is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology.

    Experienced in Lactose Intolerance
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Lactose Intolerance
    Gastroenterology
    10406 Metropolitan Avenue, 
    Forest Hills, NY 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi

    Kamran Nia is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Forest Hills, New York. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Nia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lactose Intolerance. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bacterial Gastroenteritis, Gastritis, Hemorrhoids, and Chronic Erosive Gastritis.

    Experienced in Lactose Intolerance
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Lactose Intolerance
    Gastroenterology
    11203 Queens Boulevard, Suite 204, 
    Forest Hills, NY 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joel Baum is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Forest Hills, New York. Dr. Baum is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lactose Intolerance. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallstones, Gallbladder Disease, Jaundice, Gallbladder Removal, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Lactose Intolerance
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Lactose Intolerance
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    2325 31st Street, Suite 700, 
    Astoria, NY 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Italian, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Sabino Augello is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Astoria, New York. Dr. Augello is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lactose Intolerance. He is also highly rated in 32 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Lactose Intolerance
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Lactose Intolerance
    Gastroenterology
    7517 Metropolitan Avenue, 
    Middle Village, NY 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Offers Telehealth

    Vijaypal Arya is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Middle Village, New York. Dr. Arya is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lactose Intolerance. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Campylobacter Infection, Helicobacter Pylori Infection, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Arya is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology.

    Advanced in Lactose Intolerance
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Lactose Intolerance
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    Cohen Children's Northwell Health Physician Partners At Lake Success

    1991 Marcus Avenue, Suite M100, 
    Lake Success, NY 
     (7.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Markowitz is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Lake Success, New York. Dr. Markowitz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lactose Intolerance. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Viral Gastroenteritis, Crohn's Disease, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Markowitz is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics and American Board Of Pediatrics/Gastroenterology.

    Advanced in Lactose Intolerance
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Lactose Intolerance
    Gastroenterology

    Vanguard Gastroenterology And Primary Care At 31st Street

    36 East 31st Street, Suite 701, 
    New York, NY 
     (7.8 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 Lactose Intolerance. He is also highly rated in 40 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Cronkhite-Canada Disease, and Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome. Dr. Cohen is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology.

    Advanced in Lactose Intolerance
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Lactose Intolerance
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Vanguard Gastroenterology And Primary Care At 31st Street

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

    Edward Brettholz is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Brettholz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lactose Intolerance. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Tenesmus, and Esophagitis. Dr. Brettholz is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology.

    Advanced in Lactose Intolerance
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Lactose Intolerance
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Vanguard Gastroenterology And Primary Care At Broadway

    233 Broadway, Suite 2750, 
    New York, NY 
     (10.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Inessa Khaykis is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Khaykis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lactose Intolerance. She is also highly rated in 41 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Indigestion, Gastric Dysmotility, Diarrhea, and Endoscopy. Dr. Khaykis is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology.

    Advanced in Lactose Intolerance
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Lactose Intolerance
    Gastroenterology

    King-Chen Hon. MD PC

    13511 40th Rd Ste 3A, 
    Flushing, NY 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    King-chen Hon is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Flushing, New York. Dr. Hon is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lactose Intolerance. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Lactose Intolerance, Turcot Syndrome, and Gardner Syndrome.

    Advanced in Lactose Intolerance
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Lactose Intolerance
    Internal Medicine

    Hua Ding Physician PLLC

    13620 38th Ave Ste 6D, 
    Flushing, NY 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hua Ding is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Flushing, New York. Dr. Ding is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lactose Intolerance. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Lactose Intolerance, Vitamin D Deficiency, High Cholesterol, and Jaundice.

    Advanced in Lactose Intolerance
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Lactose Intolerance
    Gastroenterology

    Boris Livshin Physician PC

    9785 Queens Blvd, 
    Rego Park, NY 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Grigoriy Gurvits is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Rego Park, New York. Dr. Gurvits is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lactose Intolerance. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastritis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Lactose Intolerance
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Lactose Intolerance
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    2325 31st St Fl 7, 
    Astoria, NY 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nicholas Roditis is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Astoria, New York. Dr. Roditis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lactose Intolerance. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hemorrhoids, Tenesmus, Helicobacter Pylori Infection, and Hiatal Hernia.

    Experienced in Lactose Intolerance
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Lactose Intolerance
    Gastroenterology

    Montefiore Hutch Tower II Gastroenterology

    1250 Waters Place- Tower II, 9th Floor, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (5.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nancy C. Manzione, MD, FACG is Attending Physician at Montefiore, Weiler Campus and Associate Professor of Medicine at our Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Her expertise is in all aspects of gastrointestinal health with a particular interest in colorectal cancer screening. Dr. Manzione graduated with her Doctor of Medicine degree from the State University of New York, Downstate in 1978. She arrived at Montefiore and Albert Einstein College of Medicine in July 1978 where she began her postdoctoral training. Dr. Manzione did her Internal Medicine internship from 1978 to 1979, followed by a residency in Internal Medicine from 1979 to 1981, and then completed her fellowship in Gastroenterology in 1984. During her fellowship she did bench and clinical research in several areas of gastrointestinal health, published her work in many reviewed journals and presented at national and international conferences. After completion of fellowship, she was the director of the GI fellowship at Jacobi hospital from 1984 to 1986.  In 1986 she established the full-time faculty practice in Gastroenterology at Montefiore’s Weiler Campus, which has grown to include many practicing faculty members with varying degrees of expertise.  Currently, Dr. Manzione’s focus is on training fellows in Gastroenterology and she has a large clinical practice in all aspects of gastrointestinal disease with a particular interest in colorectal cancer screening. Dr. Manzione is a member of several professional societies, including the American Gastroenterology Association, the American College of Gastroenterology and the New York Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy. Dr. Manzione is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lactose Intolerance. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hemorrhoids, Bowel Incontinence, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Lactose Intolerance
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Lactose Intolerance
    Gastroenterology
    310 East Shore Road, Suite 206, 
    Great Neck, NY 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Anthony Celifarco is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Great Neck, New York. Dr. Celifarco is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lactose Intolerance. He is also highly rated in 32 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Watermelon Stomach, Diverticular Disease, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Lactose Intolerance
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Lactose Intolerance
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    Cohen Children's Northwell Health Physician Partners At Lake Success

    1991 Marcus Avenue, Suite M100, 
    Lake Success, NY 
     (7.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shifra Koyfman is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Lake Success, New York. Dr. Koyfman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lactose Intolerance. Her clinical expertise encompasses Tenesmus, Delayed Growth, Bowel Incontinence, and Morning Sickness. Dr. Koyfman is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics and American Board Of Pediatrics/Gastroenterology.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Lactose Intolerance?

    Lactose is a type of sugar found in milk and other dairy products. An enzyme called lactase is needed by the body to digest lactose.

    Lactose intolerance develops when the small intestine does not make enough of this enzyme.

    When should I see a Lactose Intolerance doctor near Flushing, NY?

    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 Lactose Intolerance doctor near Flushing, NY?

    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 Lactose Intolerance doctors near Flushing, NY?

    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 Lactose Intolerance doctors near Flushing, NY?

    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 Lactose Intolerance doctor near Flushing, NY?

    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 Lactose Intolerance doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Lactose Intolerance 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 Lactose Intolerance doctor near Flushing, NY?

    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 Lactose Intolerance 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 Lactose Intolerance 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 Lactose Intolerance doctors near Flushing, NY?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Lactose Intolerance 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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