The 20 Best Portal Hypertension Doctors Near Me in Myrtle Beach, SC

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 14 doctor with experience in Portal Hypertension near Myrtle Beach, SC. Of these, 8 are Experienced and 6 are Advanced.

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14 providers found
    Advanced in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology

    Tidelands Health Family Medicine At Market Common

    2200 Crow Ln, 
    Myrtle Beach, SC 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Raif Elsakr is a Gastroenterologist in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Dr. Elsakr is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Diarrhea, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology

    Tidelands Health Family Medicine At Market Common

    2200 Crow Ln, 
    Myrtle Beach, SC 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Bach is a Gastroenterologist in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Dr. Bach is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Lower Esophageal Ring, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology

    Strand GI Associates

    7900 N Kings Hwy, 
    Myrtle Beach, SC 
     (5.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrew Pearson is a Gastroenterologist in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Dr. Pearson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Diverticular Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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    Advanced in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology

    Strand GI Associates

    7900 N Kings Hwy, 
    Myrtle Beach, SC 
     (5.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jose Hernandez is a Gastroenterologist in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Dr. Hernandez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Diverticular Disease, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology

    Strand GI Associates

    7900 N Kings Hwy, 
    Myrtle Beach, SC 
     (5.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kathleen Raynor is a Gastroenterologist in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Dr. Raynor is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Gastric Dysmotility, Diverticular Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology

    Strand GI Associates

    7900 N Kings Hwy, 
    Myrtle Beach, SC 
     (5.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John Edmison is a Gastroenterologist in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Dr. Edmison is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Barrett Esophagus, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology

    Strand GI Associates

    7900 N Kings Hwy, 
    Myrtle Beach, SC 
     (5.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Timothy Cornnell is a Gastroenterologist in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Dr. Cornnell is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Diverticular Disease, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    7900 N Kings Hwy, 
    Myrtle Beach, SC 
     (5.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Naren Nallapeta is a Gastroenterologist in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Dr. Nallapeta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Hepatitis, Jaundice, and Endoscopy.

    Heather N. Simpson
    Experienced in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology | Transplant Surgery
    Experienced in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology | Transplant Surgery

    MUSC Health At Tidelands

    4040 Highway 17, Suite 306, 
    Murrells Inlet, SC 
     (12.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    21+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Heather N. Simpson, M.D. is a transplant hepatologist and has been practicing as an Assistant Professor since 2013. She is board certified in Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology, and Transplant Hepatology. Dr. Simpson completed her undergraduate and medical school at Saint Louis University and graduated with her M.D. in 2005. She did her internship and residency in Internal Medicine at the University of Michigan. She obtained a gastroenterology fellowship at the Medical University of South Carolina. She then elected to pursue a year of additional training in transplant hepatology at the University of Michigan which she completed in 2013. Dr. Simpson belongs to several professional societies including the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases, the American Society for Transplantation, and the International Liver Cancer Association. Her areas of expertise include management of all general liver diseases such as viral hepatitis B \& C, autoimmune liver disease, PBC, PSC, alcoholic liver disease, and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, as well as the management of complications from cirrhosis. She has particular interests in the treatment of hepatocellular cancer and liver transplantation. Dr. Simpson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Visceromegaly, Enlarged Liver, Ascites, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology

    Woman's Wellness Center PC

    2376 Cypress Cir Ste 203, 
    Conway, SC 
     (11.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Yacavone is a Gastroenterologist in Conway, South Carolina. Dr. Yacavone is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Bile Duct Obstruction, Pancreatic Pseudocyst, Bile Duct Stricture, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology

    Woman's Wellness Center PC

    2376 Cypress Cir Ste 203, 
    Conway, SC 
     (11.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Meghan Malone is a Gastroenterologist in Conway, South Carolina. Dr. Malone is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are Barrett Esophagus, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Acute Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology

    Woman's Wellness Center PC

    2376 Cypress Cir Ste 203, 
    Conway, SC 
     (11.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Richard Eisenman is a Gastroenterologist in Conway, South Carolina. Dr. Eisenman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastric Dysmotility, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology

    Woman's Wellness Center PC

    2376 Cypress Cir Ste 203, 
    Conway, SC 
     (11.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Vivek Choksi is a Gastroenterologist in Conway, South Carolina. Dr. Choksi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Colitis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Mesenteric Artery Ischemia, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Portal Hypertension
    Gastroenterology

    Inlet Cardiopulmonary & Associates

    4040 Highway 17 Unit 302, 
    Murrells Inlet, SC 
     (13.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sebastian Abadie is a Gastroenterologist in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina. Dr. Abadie is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Portal Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Colitis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

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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 Myrtle Beach, SC?

    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 Myrtle Beach, SC?

    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 Myrtle Beach, SC?

    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 Myrtle Beach, SC?

    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 Myrtle Beach, SC?

    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 Myrtle Beach, SC?

    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 Myrtle Beach, SC?

    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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