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    MediFind found 48 doctor with experience in Portal Hypertension near Metairie, LA. Of these, 31 are Experienced, 14 are Advanced and 3 are Distinguished.

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      Advanced in Portal Hypertension
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Portal Hypertension
      Gastroenterology

      Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

      1514 Jefferson Highway, 
      New Orleans, LA 
       (1.6 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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. 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.

      Advanced in Portal Hypertension
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Portal Hypertension
      Gastroenterology

      Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

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

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

      Advanced in Portal Hypertension
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Portal Hypertension
      Gastroenterology

      Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

      1514 Jefferson Hwy 4th Floor, 
      New Orleans, LA 
       (1.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Janak Shah joined Ochsner in 2015 and has served as the department chair of gastroenterology since 2019. He completed his training in gastroenterology and advanced endoscopy at the University of Pennsylvania. Before joining Ochsner, he spent over 10 years practicing in San Francisco, where he was the director of pancreatic and biliary endoscopy at California Pacific Medical Center and a clinical professor of medicine at the University of California. Dr. Shah is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Bile Duct Obstruction, Cholestasis, Pancreatic Pseudocyst, Endoscopy, and Gallbladder Removal.

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      Distinguished in Portal Hypertension
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Portal Hypertension
      Gastroenterology

      Texas Digestive Disease Consultants, PLLC

      4224 Houma Blvd, Suite 400, 
      Metairie, LA 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Gary Reiss is a Gastroenterologist in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Reiss is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Jaundice, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy.

      Distinguished in Portal Hypertension
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Portal Hypertension
      Gastroenterology

      Texas Digestive Disease Consultants, PLLC

      4224 Houma Blvd, Suite 400, 
      Metairie, LA 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Brett Hymel is a Gastroenterologist in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Hymel is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Hereditary Pancreatitis, Portal Hypertension, Childhood Volvulus, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Distinguished in Portal Hypertension
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Portal Hypertension
      Gastroenterology

      Texas Digestive Disease Consultants, PLLC

      4224 Houma Blvd, Suite 400, 
      Metairie, LA 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Vernon Carriere is a Gastroenterologist in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Carriere is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Childhood Volvulus, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Portal Hypertension, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

      Advanced in Portal Hypertension
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Portal Hypertension
      Gastroenterology

      Ochsner Medical Complex - Clearview

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

      Austin Thomas is a Gastroenterologist in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Thomas is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. 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 Portal Hypertension
      Hospital Medicine
      Experienced in Portal Hypertension
      Hospital Medicine

      Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

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

      Adil Memon is a Hospital Medicine provider in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Memon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Esophageal Varices, Portal Hypertension, Hereditary Pancreatitis, and Liver Failure. Dr. Memon is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Portal Hypertension
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Portal Hypertension
      Gastroenterology

      Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

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

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

      Experienced in Portal Hypertension
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Portal Hypertension
      Gastroenterology

      Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

      1516 Jefferson Hwy, 
      New Orleans, LA 
       (1.6 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 Portal Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastritis, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Portal Hypertension
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Portal Hypertension
      Gastroenterology

      Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

      1514 Jefferson Highway, 
      New Orleans, LA 
       (1.6 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 Portal Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Hiatal Hernia, Necrotizing Enterocolitis, Pseudomembranous Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Ray is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Portal Hypertension
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Portal Hypertension
      Gastroenterology

      Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

      1514 Jefferson Highway, 
      New Orleans, LA 
       (1.6 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 an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Lower Esophageal Ring, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Gastric Dysmotility, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Smith is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Portal Hypertension
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Portal Hypertension
      Gastroenterology

      Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

      1514 Jefferson Highway, 
      New Orleans, LA 
       (1.6 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 Portal Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Intestinal Cancer, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Portal Hypertension
      Experienced in Portal Hypertension

      Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

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

      George Therapondos is a Hepatologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Therapondos is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Hepatitis C, Cirrhosis, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy. Dr. Therapondos is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Portal Hypertension
      Experienced in Portal Hypertension

      Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

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

      Dr. Natalie Bzowej received her doctor of medicine degree from the University of Toronto Medical School in Canada in 1992. She completed her residency in internal medicine at Toronto's Wellesley Hospital in 1994 and Toronto Hospital in 1995. Dr. Bzowej is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, Liver Transplant, and Aortic Valve Replacement.

      Experienced in Portal Hypertension
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Portal Hypertension
      Gastroenterology

      Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

      1514 Jefferson Hwy 4th Floor, 
      New Orleans, LA 
       (1.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Dr. Jerry Evans joined Ochsner Heath System in 2017. Prior to joining the staff of Ochsner, he practiced in North Carolina for 10 years. Dr. Evans is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Cholestasis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Bile Duct Stricture, Endoscopy, and Gallbladder Removal.

      Experienced in Portal Hypertension
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Portal Hypertension
      Gastroenterology

      Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

      1514 Jefferson Hwy 4th Floor, 
      New Orleans, LA 
       (1.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Neej Patel is a Gastroenterologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Sclerosing Cholangitis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Endoscopy, and Liver Transplant. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Portal Hypertension
      Experienced in Portal Hypertension

      Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

      1514 Jefferson Hwy 4th Floor, 
      New Orleans, LA 
       (1.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Fiyinfoluwa Abraham is a Gastroenterologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Abraham is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, and Endoscopy. Dr. Abraham is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Portal Hypertension
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Portal Hypertension
      Gastroenterology

      Ochsner Medical Complex - Clearview

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

      Kelli Morgan is a Gastroenterologist in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Morgan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, and Endoscopy. Dr. Morgan is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Portal Hypertension
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Portal Hypertension
      Gastroenterology

      Texas Digestive Disease Consultants, PLLC

      4224 Houma Blvd, Suite 400, 
      Metairie, LA 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      George Catinis is a Gastroenterologist in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Catinis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Heartburn, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Childhood Volvulus, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

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      Last Updated: 01/09/2026

      What is the definition of Portal Hypertension?

      Portal hypertension is abnormally high blood pressure in branches of the portal vein, the large vein that brings blood from the intestine to the liver. Portal hypertension itself does not cause symptoms, but complications from the condition can lead to an enlarged abdomen, abdominal discomfort, confusion, drowsiness and internal bleeding. It may be caused by a variety of conditions, but cirrhosis is the most common cause in Western countries.

      When should I see a Portal Hypertension doctor near Metairie, 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 Portal Hypertension doctor near Metairie, 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 Portal Hypertension doctors near Metairie, 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 Portal Hypertension doctors near Metairie, 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 Portal Hypertension doctor near Metairie, 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 Portal Hypertension doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Portal Hypertension 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 Portal Hypertension doctor near Metairie, 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 Portal Hypertension 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 Portal Hypertension 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 Portal Hypertension doctors near Metairie, LA?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Portal Hypertension 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 Portal Hypertension doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Portal Hypertension 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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