The 20 Best Childhood Pancreatitis Doctors Near Me in South Miami, FL

Find the Top Childhood Pancreatitis Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 193 doctor with experience in Childhood Pancreatitis near South Miami, FL. Of these, 161 are Experienced, 31 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Jose Martinez
    Experienced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Gastroenterology

    Digestive Medicine Associates LLP

    3133 Ponce De Leon Blvd, 
    Coral Gables, FL 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    28+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    Spanish

    A native Floridian, Dr. Jose L. Martinez obtained his medical degree, Residency and Fellowship in Gastroenterology from the University of South Florida College of Medicine. Dr. Martinez is Board Certified in Gastroenterology and has been in private practice in Florida since 1997. He is an active member of several committees at local area hospitals. Being that Dr. Martinez was born and raised in Miami, he takes great pride in practicing medicine in his hometown and taking care of patients in his community. His areas of expertise are colon cancer prevention, esophageal/swallowing disorders and pancreatic-biliary diseases. Dr. Martinez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Colitis, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrostomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Distinguished in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    9408 SW 87th Ave Ste 200, 
    Miami, FL 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Andres Gelrud is a Gastroenterologist in Miami, Florida. Dr. Gelrud is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Hereditary Pancreatitis, Chronic Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Pancreatectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Colorectal Surgery

    Colorectal And Minimally Invasive Surgery Specialists

    9195 Sunset Dr Ste 230, 
    Miami, FL 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Marianna Zeichen is a Colorectal Surgeon in Miami, Florida. Dr. Zeichen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Pancreatitis. Her top areas of expertise are Anal Fissure, Hemorrhoids, Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

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    Experienced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Colorectal Surgery

    Colorectal And Minimally Invasive Surgery Specialists

    9195 Sunset Dr Ste 230, 
    Miami, FL 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Henry Lujan is a Colorectal Surgeon in Miami, Florida. Dr. Lujan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Anal Fissure, Proctitis, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy.

    Experienced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    General Surgery

    Baptist Health Surgery | Kendall (Baptist Hospital)

    8950 N Kendall Dr Ste 601W, 
    Miami, FL 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Joel Calafell is a General Surgeon in Miami, Florida. Dr. Calafell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Cholecystitis, Ogilvie Syndrome, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    General Surgery

    Baptist Health Surgery | Kendall (Baptist Hospital)

    8950 N Kendall Dr Ste 601W, 
    Miami, FL 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Victor Maciel is a General Surgeon in Miami, Florida. Dr. Maciel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, and Hernia Surgery.

    Eddie Armas
    Experienced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    General Practice
    Experienced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    General Practice

    Eddie Armas MD PA

    7031 Sw 62 Ave, 
    South Miami, FL 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Eddie Armas is a primary care provider, practicing in General Practice in South Miami, Florida. Dr. Armas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Rhabdomyolysis, Atypical Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, COVID-19, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Armas is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    8525 SW 92nd St Ste C10, 
    Miami, FL 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Miguel Rodriguez is a Gastroenterologist in Miami, Florida. Dr. Rodriguez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Enlarged Liver, Ascites, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Horacio Asbun
    Experienced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Surgical Oncology
    Experienced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Surgical Oncology

    Baptist Health Miami Cancer Institute

    8900 N Kendall Dr, 
    Miami, FL 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Horacio Asbun is a Surgical Oncologist in Miami, Florida. Dr. Asbun is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Ampullary Cancer, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery.

    Joel Kertznus
    Experienced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Experienced in Childhood Pancreatitis

    Digestive Medicine Associates LLP

    3133 Ponce De Leon Blvd, 
    Coral Gables, FL 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    21+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Joel Kertznus received his medical degree from the Universidad Central de Venezuela. He trained as a Research Fellow in Hepatology at the University of Miami School of Medicine and completed his Internal Medicine Residency at Montefiore Medical Center / Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York. He completed his Clinical Hepatology and Gastroenterology Fellowships at the University of Miami School of Medicine. Dr. Kertznus served as a faculty member at the University of Massachusetts and University of Miami / Miller School of Medicine and Miami Transplant Institute. Dr. Kertznus is a member of the American Medical Association, American College of Physicians / American Society of Internal Medicine, American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases, American Gastroenterology Association, American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy and the American College of Gastroenterology. He is Board Certified in gastroenterology. Dr. Kertznus is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC), Gas Bloat Syndrome, Gastritis, and Bacterial Gastroenteritis.

    Advanced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Gastroenterology

    GastroMed

    5101 SW 8th St Ste 200, 
    Miami, FL 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Christian Andrade is a Gastroenterologist in Miami, Florida. Dr. Andrade is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Andrade is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Gastroenterology

    Gastromed LLC

    5101 SW 8th St Ste 200, 
    Coral Gables, FL 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jorge Suarez is a Gastroenterologist in Coral Gables, Florida. Dr. Suarez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Diarrhea, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Gastroenterology

    Gastromed LLC

    5101 SW 8th St Ste 200, 
    Coral Gables, FL 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Vanessa Santiago is a Gastroenterologist in Coral Gables, Florida. Dr. Santiago is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Pancreatitis. Her top areas of expertise are Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Visceromegaly, and Enlarged Liver.

    Advanced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Gastroenterology

    GastroMed - Sunset

    9195 SW 72nd St Ste 200, 
    Miami, FL 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Cristina Marin is a Gastroenterologist in Miami, Florida. Dr. Marin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Pancreatitis. Her top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Indigestion, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Marin is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Gastroenterology

    Niberto A Moreno MD PLLC

    9195 SW 72nd St Ste 200, 
    Miami, FL 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Enrico Souto is a Gastroenterologist in Miami, Florida. Dr. Souto is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Cholestasis, Pancreatic Cancer, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Family Medicine

    Office

    806 S Douglas Rd Ste 820, 
    Coral Gables, FL 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Patricia Gilford is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Coral Gables, Florida. Dr. Gilford is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Pancreatitis. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope, Heart Attack, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    9408 SW 87th Ave Ste 200, 
    Miami, FL 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Gelrud is a Gastroenterologist in Miami, Florida. Dr. Gelrud is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Pseudocyst, Childhood Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    9380 SW 150th St Ste 200, 
    Miami, FL 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Carlos Diaz is a Gastroenterologist in Miami, Florida. Dr. Diaz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Indigestion, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Gastroenterology

    GastroMed Miami

    11440 SW 88th St Ste 306, 
    Miami, FL 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Valladares is a Gastroenterologist in Miami, Florida. Dr. Valladares is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Diarrhea, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrostomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Valladares is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Childhood Pancreatitis
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    9408 SW 87th Ave Ste 200, 
    Miami, FL 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Alicia Alvarez is a Gastroenterologist in Miami, Florida. Dr. Alvarez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Childhood Pancreatitis. Her top areas of expertise are Cholestasis, Bile Duct Stricture, Portal Hypertension, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Childhood Pancreatitis?

    Pancreatitis in children, as in adults, occurs when the pancreas becomes swollen and inflamed.

    When should I see a Childhood Pancreatitis doctor near South Miami, FL?

    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 Childhood Pancreatitis doctor near South Miami, FL?

    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 Childhood Pancreatitis doctors near South Miami, FL?

    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 Childhood Pancreatitis doctors near South Miami, FL?

    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 Childhood Pancreatitis doctor near South Miami, FL?

    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 Childhood Pancreatitis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Childhood Pancreatitis 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 Childhood Pancreatitis doctor near South Miami, FL?

    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 Childhood Pancreatitis 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 Childhood Pancreatitis 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 Childhood Pancreatitis doctors near South Miami, FL?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Childhood Pancreatitis 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 Childhood Pancreatitis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Childhood Pancreatitis 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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