The 20 Best Portal Hypertension Doctors Near Me in Burlington, MA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 171 doctor with experience in Portal Hypertension near Burlington, MA. Of these, 150 are Experienced, 18 are Advanced, 2 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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171 providers found
    Elite in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology
    Elite in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology

    Brigham And Women's Crohn's And Colitis Center

    850 Boylston Street, Suite 201 Mass General Brigham Healthcare Center, 
    Chestnut Hill, MA 
     (12.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marvin Ryou is a Hepatologist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. Dr. Ryou is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Esophageal Varices, Portal Hypertension, Bile Duct Obstruction, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Ryou is board certified in Gastroenterology.

    Experienced in Portal Hypertension
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Portal Hypertension
    Internal Medicine

    BID Lexington - Gastroenterology

    482 Bedford Street, 
    Lexington, MA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Catherine Cheney is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Lexington, Massachusetts. Dr. Cheney is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. She is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome, Cronkhite-Canada Disease, Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, and Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. Dr. Cheney is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Distinguished in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology
    Distinguished in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology

    Brigham And Women's Crohn's And Colitis Center

    850 Boylston Street, Suite 201 Mass General Brigham Healthcare Center, 
    Chestnut Hill, MA 
     (12.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Christopher C. Thompson is the Director of Endoscopy at Brigham and Women’s Hospital (BWH), Co-director of the Center for Weight Management and Wellness, and Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School.  He is also the Advanced Endoscopy Fellowship Program Director and clinical faculty at Boston Children’s Hospital and the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.  Dr. Thompson’s clinical interests include endoscopic surgery applied to foregut conditions, with a focus on endoscopic treatment of obesity, GERD, Zenker’s diverticula, achalasia, gastroparesis,  postsurgical complications, and pancreatobiliary disease.  He spends the majority of his time performing these advanced endoscopic procedures and also cares for these patients in the ambulatory setting.  The remainder of his time is devoted to research in endoscopic surgery, with a focus on device development, clinical outcomes, and endoscopic education. His research has resulted in numerous patents, development of new endoscopic procedures, and over 300 publications.  He was awarded the Brigham and Women’s Physician Organization Clinical Innovation Award in 2007 for developing and performing the first endoscopic suturing procedure to treat obesity.  He also invented anastomosis technology, which has been shown to treat type 2 diabetes effectively in early clinical trials.  He was responsible for much of the early work in Bariatric Endoscopy, having been called the founding father of the field, and edited the first textbook and video atlas on the subject.  Some of his other important clinical innovations include the development of new endoscopic techniques for treating pancreatic necrosis, gastric outlet obstruction, sleeve gastrectomy stenosis, pancreaticojejunal anastomotic strictures, and postsurgical complications.  He also developed an endoscopic part-task simulator used by many fellowship programs (the TEST box).These accomplishments have led to a broad clinical referral base, and to national and international invitations for lectureships and live case demonstrations, including the American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) Blackwell Lectureship, ACG American Journal of Gastroenterology Lecture, American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) Presidential Plenary Lecture, American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE) J Edward Berk Presidential Plenary Lecture, ACG Edgar Achkar Visiting Professorship, all post-graduate education courses for the major US gastroenterology and surgical societies, and numerous respected courses throughout Europe, Asia, and South America.  He has also mentored more than 20 fellows, many of whom have gone on to thrive in prestigious academic institutions, and he established the first Fellowship in Bariatric Endoscopy. Dr. Thompson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. He is also highly rated in 38 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Esophageal Varices, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Endoscopy, and Gastric Bypass.

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    Advanced in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology

    Lahey Hospital & Medical Center

    41 Mall Rd, 
    Burlington, MA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Amir Qamar is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Burlington, Massachusetts. Dr. Qamar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis, Hepatitis, Cirrhosis, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology

    Lahey Hospital & Medical Center

    41 Mall Rd, 
    Burlington, MA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mena Bakhit is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Burlington, Massachusetts. Dr. Bakhit is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bile Duct Obstruction, Cholestasis, Gallbladder Disease, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Portal Hypertension
    Transplant Surgery
    Experienced in Portal Hypertension
    Transplant Surgery

    Lahey Hospital & Medical Center

    41 Mall Rd, 
    Burlington, MA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr Raza is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Burlington, Massachusetts. Dr. Raza is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hepatitis, Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Portal Hypertension
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Portal Hypertension
    Internal Medicine

    Lahey Hospital & Medical Center

    41 Mall Rd, 
    Burlington, MA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Neethi Dasu is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Burlington, Massachusetts. Dr. Dasu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Jaundice, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Pancreatic Pseudocyst, Endoscopy, and Stent Placement.

    Experienced in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology

    Lahey Hospital & Medical Center

    41 Mall Rd, 
    Burlington, MA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Khaldoon Khirfan is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Burlington, Massachusetts. Dr. Khirfan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Disease, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Portal Hypertension
    Transplant Surgery
    Experienced in Portal Hypertension
    Transplant Surgery

    Lahey Hospital & Medical Center

    41 Mall Rd, 
    Burlington, MA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ming Lin is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Burlington, Massachusetts. Dr. Lin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. She is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hepatitis, Hepatitis C, Visceromegaly, Endoscopy, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery.

    Experienced in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology

    Lahey Hospital & Medical Center

    41 Mall Rd, 
    Burlington, MA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kristen Farwell is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Burlington, Massachusetts. Dr. Farwell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology

    Winchester Gastroenterology

    800 W Cummings Park Ste 5950, 
    Woburn, MA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brian Clark is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Woburn, Massachusetts. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Clark is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Turcot Syndrome, Barrett Esophagus, Gardner Syndrome, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    955 Main St Ste 206, 
    Winchester, MA 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Vanneman is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Winchester, Massachusetts. Dr. Vanneman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Barrett Esophagus, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Portal Hypertension
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Portal Hypertension
    Internal Medicine

    Winchester Hospital

    41 Highland Ave, 
    Winchester, MA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jyotirmay Chanda is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Winchester, Massachusetts. Dr. Chanda is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), COVID-19, Lung Metastases, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology

    TMCCC Gastroenterology – Stoneham

    51 Montvale Ave, 
    Stoneham, MA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Christopher Leung is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Stoneham, Massachusetts. Dr. Leung is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Ascites, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Leung is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology

    TMCCC Gastroenterology – Stoneham

    51 Montvale Ave, 
    Stoneham, MA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Aarti Kakkar is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Stoneham, Massachusetts. Dr. Kakkar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Kakkar is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Portal Hypertension
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Portal Hypertension
    Internal Medicine

    Digestive Health Specialists, PC

    4 Meeting House Road, Suite 6-8, 
    Chelmsford, MA 
     (10.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    James Reichheld is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Chelmsford, Massachusetts. Dr. Reichheld is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Hemorrhoids, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Reichheld is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Advanced in Portal Hypertension
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Portal Hypertension
    Internal Medicine

    Digestive Health Specialists, PC

    4 Meeting House Road, Suite 6-8, 
    Chelmsford, MA 
     (10.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Huang is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Chelmsford, Massachusetts. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Huang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Turcot Syndrome, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Huang is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Advanced in Portal Hypertension
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Portal Hypertension
    Internal Medicine

    Digestive Health Specialists, PC

    4 Meeting House Road, Suite 6-8, 
    Chelmsford, MA 
     (10.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Geetanjali Akerkar is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Chelmsford, Massachusetts. Dr. Akerkar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. She is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Cronkhite-Canada Disease, Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Akerkar is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Advanced in Portal Hypertension
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Portal Hypertension
    Internal Medicine

    BIDMC - Division Of Gastroenterology/Liver Center

    110 Francis Street, Suite 8E, 
    Boston, MA 
     (12.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi

    Nezam Afdhal is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Afdhal is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hepatitis C, Hepatitis, Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Portal Hypertension
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Portal Hypertension
    Internal Medicine

    BIDMC - Division Of Gastroenterology/Liver Center

    110 Francis Street, Suite 8E, 
    Boston, MA 
     (12.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin, Portuguese, Spanish

    Vilas Patwardhan is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Patwardhan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholangitis, Autoimmune Hepatitis, Sclerosing Cholangitis, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy. Dr. Patwardhan is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    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 Burlington, MA?

    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 Burlington, MA?

    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 Burlington, MA?

    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 Burlington, MA?

    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 Burlington, MA?

    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 Burlington, MA?

    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 Burlington, MA?

    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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