The 20 Best Lower Esophageal Ring Doctors Near Me in San Francisco, CA

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The 20 Best Lower Esophageal Ring Doctors near San Francisco, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 39 doctor with experience in Lower Esophageal Ring near San Francisco, CA. Of these, 37 are Experienced and 2 are Advanced.

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    Nazia Hasan
    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology

    Van Ness Campus MOB

    1100 Van Ness Avenue, Floor 5, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Nazia Hasan is a Gastroenterologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Hasan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. Her top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Pseudocyst, Esophageal Perforation, Childhood Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Hasan is currently accepting new patients.

    Mimi Lin
    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology

    Van Ness Campus MOB

    1100 Van Ness Avenue, Floor 5, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mimi Lin is a Gastroenterologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Lin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. Her top areas of expertise are Gastroparesis, Encopresis, Achalasia, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Lin is currently accepting new patients.

    Dennis D. Shen
    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology

    Dennis D. Shen, MD Private Practice

    929 Clay St, Ste 301, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Caring, compassionate, and patient centered care. Dr. Shen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Jaundice, Hepatitis, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

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    Kenneth Binmoeller
    Advanced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Internal Medicine

    Sutter Van Ness Campus Medical Office Building

    1100 Van Ness Ave, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kenneth Binmoeller is an Internal Medicine provider in San Francisco, California. Dr. Binmoeller is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Pseudocyst, Achalasia, Choledocholithiasis, Endoscopy, and Gastric Bypass.

    Andrew S. Nett
    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology

    Andrew S. Nett, MD Private Practice

    1101 Van Ness Ave, Rm 3158, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Nett is a Gastroenterologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Nett is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Bile Duct Stricture, Cholestasis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Endoscopy, and Gastric Bypass.

    Priya Kathpalia
    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology

    Endoscopy At Mount Zion

    1600 Divisadero St., First Floor, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Priya Kathpalia is a gastroenterologist who cares for patients with conditions affecting the esophagus (the tube that goes from the mouth to the stomach), offering both diagnostic and therapeutic expertise. She treats esophageal motility disorders (problems with food passing through the esophagus), gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), eosinophilic esophagitis (chronic inflammation of the esophagus likely caused by allergies) and other complex conditions involving the first part of the digestive tract. In addition to performing upper endoscopies and colonoscopies, she uses advanced diagnostic methods, such as esophageal manometry, Bravo esophageal pH monitoring, esophageal impedance pH testing, EndoFLIP and mucosal impedance (MiVu) studies. She serves as medical director of services for patients with issues related to esophageal motility. Kathpalia earned her medical degree from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine, where she also completed a residency in internal medicine and served as chief resident. She completed a fellowship in gastroenterology at UCSF. Passionate about medical education and curriculum development, Kathpalia directs UCSF's gastroenterology fellowship program. She also co-chairs the UCSF Medical Staff Committee on Professionalism. She is an active member of several professional organizations, including the American College of Gastroenterology, American Gastroenterological Association and American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, where she served on the training committee. She also serves on the American Foregut Society's clinical practice committee and previously was a member of the editorial board for the journal Gastroenterology . Dr. Kathpalia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. Her top areas of expertise are Achalasia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Esophagitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology

    Pancreas Center

    1825 4th St # 4, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sun-chuan Dai is a Gastroenterologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Dai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Childhood Pancreatitis, Bile Duct Stricture, Cholestasis, Pancreatectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology

    David King-Stephens M.D. Inc

    2100 Webster St Ste 115, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Verhille is a Gastroenterologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Verhille is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology

    Endoscopy At Mount Zion

    1701 Divisadero St Ste 120, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Cello is a Gastroenterologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Cello is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Endoscopy, and Gastric Bypass.

    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology

    Daniel R. Conlin M D & Robert J. Elsen M D A Medical Corp.

    2100 Webster St Ste 315, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Conlin is a Gastroenterologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Conlin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).

    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology

    Colitis And Crohn's Disease Center

    1701 Divisadero St Ste 120, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kendall Beck is a Gastroenterologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Beck is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. Her top areas of expertise are Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology

    Daniel R. Conlin M D & Robert J. Elsen M D A Medical Corp.

    2100 Webster St Ste 315, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Elsen is a Gastroenterologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Elsen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Anemia, Diverticular Disease, Gardner Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring

    San Francisco Medical Center

    2350 Geary Blvd, 2nd Floor, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Christopher Hamerski is a Gastroenterologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Hamerski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Bile Duct Obstruction, Bile Duct Stricture, Cholestasis, Endoscopy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Hamerski is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    1001 Potrero Ave # 862, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ma Somsouk is a Gastroenterologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Somsouk is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Radiation Enteritis, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    101 Mission St, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Karen Abernathy is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Abernathy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. Her top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Internal Medicine | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Internal Medicine | Pediatrics

    North East Medical Services-Stockton

    1520 Stockton St, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kenneth Tai is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics in San Francisco, California. Dr. Tai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Stomach Cancer.

    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology

    UCSF Anticoagulation Clinic

    350 Parnassus Ave Ste 410, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Ostroff is a Gastroenterologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Ostroff is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Childhood Pancreatitis, Chronic Pancreatitis, Bile Duct Stricture, Endoscopy, and Liver Transplant.

    Saurabh Gupta
    Advanced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology

    Telegraph Care Center

    2850 Telegraph Avenue, Suite 130, 
    Berkeley, CA 
     (10.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Saurabh Gupta is a Gastroenterologist in Berkeley, California. Dr. Gupta has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Adenoma, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Pancreatectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Gupta is currently accepting new patients.

    Mark M. Tsuchiyose
    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology

    Center For Diabetes And Cardiometabolic Health (CDCH)

    1850 Sullivan Ave, Suite 420, 
    Daly City, CA 
     (7.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    35+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Tsuchiyose is a Gastroenterologist in Daly City, California. Dr. Tsuchiyose has been practicing medicine for over 35 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Indigestion, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Tsuchiyose is currently accepting new patients.

    Vinod K. Kurupath
    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology

    Telegraph Care Center

    2850 Telegraph Avenue, Suite 130, 
    Berkeley, CA 
     (10.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Vinod Kurupath is a Gastroenterologist in Berkeley, California. Dr. Kurupath is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Chronic Pancreatitis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Gastrectomy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Kurupath is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Lower Esophageal Ring?

    A lower esophageal ring is an abnormal ring of tissue that forms where the esophagus (the tube from the mouth to the stomach) and stomach meet.

    When should I see a Lower Esophageal Ring doctor near San Francisco, CA?

    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 Lower Esophageal Ring doctor near San Francisco, CA?

    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 Lower Esophageal Ring doctors near San Francisco, CA?

    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 Lower Esophageal Ring doctors near San Francisco, CA?

    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 Lower Esophageal Ring doctor near San Francisco, CA?

    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 Lower Esophageal Ring doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Lower Esophageal Ring 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 Lower Esophageal Ring doctor near San Francisco, CA?

    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 Lower Esophageal Ring 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 Lower Esophageal Ring 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 Lower Esophageal Ring doctors near San Francisco, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Lower Esophageal Ring 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 Lower Esophageal Ring doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Lower Esophageal Ring 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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