The 20 Best Lower Esophageal Ring Doctors Near Me in New Orleans, LA

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The 20 Best Lower Esophageal Ring Doctors near New Orleans, LA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 43 doctor with experience in Lower Esophageal Ring near New Orleans, LA. Of these, 28 are Experienced, 13 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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43 providers found
    Distinguished in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Highway, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    James Smith is a Gastroenterologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Smith is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Lower Esophageal Ring, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Gastroparesis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Smith is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology

    Ochsner Medical Complex - Clearview

    4430 Veterans Memorial Blvd, 
    Metairie, LA 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Austin Thomas is a Gastroenterologist in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Thomas is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Esophageal Varices, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Lower Esophageal Ring, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Thomas is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Highway, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Matthew Rice is a Gastroenterologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Rice is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Watermelon Stomach, Esophageal Varices, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Rice is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Highway, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Arnab Ray is a Gastroenterologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Ray is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Gastroparesis, Hiatal Hernia, Pseudomembranous Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Ray is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Highway, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Reinaldo Quevedo is board-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and completed his residency in 2014. He has been on staff at Ochsner since September 2020. Dr. Quevedo specializes in gastroenterology. Dr. Quevedo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Intestinal Cancer, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

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

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Highway, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sean Connolly is a Gastroenterologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Connolly is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Primary Biliary Cholangitis, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Portal Hypertension, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Connolly is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1516 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Vallisitaram Kodali is a Gastroenterologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Kodali is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastritis, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

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

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Gregory Gaspard is a Gastroenterologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Gaspard is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Gastroparesis, Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Gaspard is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology

    University Medical Center

    2000 Canal St, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Parker Ellison is a Gastroenterologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Ellison is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Colonic Malakoplakia, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    2820 Napoleon Ave Ste 720, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Herbert Mayer is a Gastroenterologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Mayer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Family Medicine

    Ohc-Center For Primary Care And Wellness

    1401 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Breault is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Breault is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Benign Esophageal Stricture, Lower Esophageal Ring, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

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

    University Medical Center

    2000 Canal St, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John Hutchings is a Gastroenterologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Hutchings is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Hepatitis C, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

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

    Mga GI Diagnostic & Therapeutic Center

    2820 Napoleon Ave Ste 700, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Lilly is a Gastroenterologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Lilly is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy.

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

    Office

    2820 Napoleon Ave Ste 720, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Julie Guider is a Gastroenterologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Guider is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. Her top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Colitis, Morning Sickness, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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

    Office

    2820 Napoleon Ave Ste 720, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Benjamin Guider is a Gastroenterologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Guider is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Cronkhite-Canada Disease, Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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

    Office

    2820 Napoleon Ave Ste 720, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rebekah Lemann is a Gastroenterologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Lemann is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. Her top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Diverticular Disease, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring

    Buckman Health Center Primary Care

    3434 Prytania St Ste 110, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christopher Barrilleaux is a Gastroenterologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Barrilleaux is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Gastrostomy, and Gastrectomy.

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

    St. Charles Health Center Digestive Care

    3700 Saint Charles Ave Fl 2, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robin Staudinger is a Gastroenterologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Staudinger is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. Her top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Diarrhea, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

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

    Ochsner Clinic Foundation

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ricardo Romero is a Gastroenterologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Romero is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Bile Duct Obstruction, Cholestasis, Bile Duct Stricture, Endoscopy, and Pancreatectomy.

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

    Office

    1151 Barataria Blvd Ste 4400, 
    Marrero, LA 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Campbell is a Gastroenterologist in Marrero, Louisiana. Dr. Campbell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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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 New Orleans, LA?

    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 New Orleans, LA?

    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 New Orleans, LA?

    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 New Orleans, LA?

    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 New Orleans, LA?

    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 New Orleans, LA?

    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 New Orleans, LA?

    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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