The 20 Best Lower Esophageal Ring Doctors Near Me in Lubbock, TX

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The 20 Best Lower Esophageal Ring Doctors near Lubbock, TX

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 24 doctor with experience in Lower Esophageal Ring near Lubbock, TX. Of these, 10 are Advanced, 9 are Experienced and 5 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    3610 24th Street, 
    Lubbock, TX 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Timothy Miller is a Gastroenterologist in Lubbock, Texas. Dr. Miller is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Endoscopy, and Thrombectomy.

    Advanced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    3610 24th Street, 
    Lubbock, TX 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Miled Jabor is a Gastroenterologist in Lubbock, Texas. Dr. Jabor is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Jabor is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    3610 24th Street, 
    Lubbock, TX 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ariwan Rakvit is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist in Lubbock, Texas. Dr. Rakvit is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. Her top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Portal Hypertension, Childhood Volvulus, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Rakvit is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    3610 24th Street, 
    Lubbock, TX 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Adam Hughston is a Gastroenterologist in Lubbock, Texas. Dr. Hughston 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), Portal Hypertension, Childhood Volvulus, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Hughston is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    5115 80th Street, 
    Lubbock, TX 
     (5.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Houssam Al is a Gastroenterologist in Lubbock, Texas. Dr. Al is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Portal Hypertension, Childhood Volvulus, Indigestion, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Al is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    10208 Quaker Avenue, Suite 200, 
    Lubbock, TX 
     (9.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Elias Ghandour is a Gastroenterologist in Lubbock, Texas. Dr. Ghandour 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, Visceromegaly, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Ghandour is currently accepting new patients.

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

    William A Shaver MD PA

    2405 Broadway, 
    Lubbock, TX 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Shaver is a Gastroenterologist in Lubbock, Texas. Dr. Shaver is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Diverticular Disease, Gastric Dysmotility, and Menetrier Disease.

    Advanced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Internal Medicine

    Texas TECH University Health Sciences Center

    3601 4th St, 
    Lubbock, TX 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Neha Mittal is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lubbock, Texas. Dr. Mittal is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. Her top areas of expertise are Benign Esophageal Stricture, Lower Esophageal Ring, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Gastrostomy.

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

    Lubbock Digestive Disease Associates

    3610 24th St, 
    Lubbock, TX 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kelly Kensing is a Gastroenterologist in Lubbock, Texas. Dr. Kensing 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), Diverticular Disease, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

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

    Salman Ahmad M.D. P.A.

    2345 50th St, 
    Lubbock, TX 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hamed Al is a Gastroenterologist in Lubbock, Texas. Dr. Al is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Bile Duct Obstruction, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Lower Esophageal Ring, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Distinguished in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Internal Medicine

    UMC Internal Medicine At Medical Office Plaza II

    808 Joliet Ave Unit 220 Office, 
    Lubbock, TX 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Mcpherson is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lubbock, Texas. Dr. Mcpherson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Dementia, Childhood Pancreatitis, Swallowing Difficulty, Hip Replacement, and Gastrostomy.

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

    Lubbock Gastroenterology & Liver Associates PLLC

    4505 82nd St Ste 5, 
    Lubbock, TX 
     (9.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sameer Islam is a Gastroenterologist in Lubbock, Texas. Dr. Islam is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    10208 Quaker Avenue, Suite 200, 
    Lubbock, TX 
     (9.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Matthew Soape is a Gastroenterologist in Lubbock, Texas. Dr. Soape is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Acute Pancreatitis, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Lower Esophageal Ring, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Soape is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Texas TECH University Health Sciences Center

    3601 4th St, 
    Lubbock, TX 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kanak Das is a Gastroenterologist in Lubbock, Texas. Dr. Das is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Jaundice, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Bile Duct Obstruction, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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

    Lubbock Digestive Disease Associates

    3610 24th St, 
    Lubbock, TX 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Usha Ganga is a Gastroenterologist in Lubbock, Texas. Dr. Ganga is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. Her top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Diverticular Disease, Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC), Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

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

    Lubbock Digestive Disease Associates

    3610 24th St, 
    Lubbock, TX 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ted Phipps is a Gastroenterologist in Lubbock, Texas. Dr. Phipps is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Diarrhea, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Gas Bloat Syndrome, and Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer).

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

    Southwest Diagnostic Clinic LLP

    3801 50th St, 
    Lubbock, TX 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Priscilla Snodgrass is a Gastroenterologist in Lubbock, Texas. Dr. Snodgrass is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. Her top areas of expertise are Esophagitis, Diarrhea, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).

    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Internal Medicine
    3801 50th Street, Suite 6, 
    Lubbock, TX 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brad Snodgrass is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lubbock, Texas. Dr. Snodgrass is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. His top areas of expertise are Diarrhea, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Gout, Hip Replacement, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Lower Esophageal Ring
    Gastroenterology
    10208 Quaker Avenue, Suite 200, 
    Lubbock, TX 
     (9.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Angela Wang is a Gastroenterologist in Lubbock, Texas. Dr. Wang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. Her top areas of expertise are Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency, Colitis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Wang is currently accepting new patients.

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

    UMC Gastroenterology

    4309 102nd St, 
    Lubbock, TX 
     (6.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Vanessa Costilla is a Gastroenterologist in Lubbock, Texas. Dr. Costilla is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lower Esophageal Ring. Her top areas of expertise are Benign Esophageal Stricture, Lower Esophageal Ring, Viral Gastroenteritis, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

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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 Lubbock, TX?

    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 Lubbock, TX?

    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 Lubbock, TX?

    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 Lubbock, TX?

    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 Lubbock, TX?

    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 Lubbock, TX?

    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 Lubbock, TX?

    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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