The 20 Best Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction Doctors Near Me in Philadelphia, PA

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Last Updated: 06/30/2026

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MediFind found 25 doctor with experience in Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction near Philadelphia, PA. Of these, 21 are Experienced, 2 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology
    Distinguished in Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology
    Referral may be required
    132 South 10th Street, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas Kowalski is a Hepatologist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Kowalski is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction. He is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hereditary Pancreatitis, Jaundice, Pancreatic Pseudocyst, Endoscopy, and Gastric Bypass. Dr. Kowalski is board certified in Gastroenterology. Dr. Kowalski is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    US Digestive Health At Royersford

    475 Enterprise Dr, Ste 202, 
    Royersford, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Burhan Hameed is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Royersford, Pennsylvania. Dr. Hameed is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction. He is also highly rated in 56 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Hameed is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Distinguished in Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Fox Chase Cancer Center

    333 Cottman Ave, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Loren is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Loren is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction. He is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Jaundice, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Endoscopy, and Gastric Bypass.

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    Experienced in Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Geisinger Medical Center - Gastroenterology

    100 North Academy Avenue, 
    Danville, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Diehl is a board-certified and fellowship-trained gastroenterologist. His clinical interests include endoscopic ultrasound, endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) and innovative advanced therapeutic endoscopy. Dr. Diehl obtained his medical degree from the University of California, Los Angeles. He completed his residency at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center and his fellowships in gastroenterology at the University of California, San Francisco Medical Center and the University of California, Los Angeles Medical Center. Dr. Diehl is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. In his free time, Dr. Diehl enjoys spending time with his family and exercising, particularly swimming. He also has an appreciation for old cars. Dr. Diehl is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Barrett Esophagus, Gallbladder Disease, Watermelon Stomach, Endoscopy, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Diehl is board certified in The American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction
    General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine
    Experienced in Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction
    General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Geisinger Medical Center - General Surgery

    100 North Academy Avenue, 
    Danville, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Anthony T. Petrick, MD, FACS, FASMBS, is a board-certified general surgeon specializing in esophageal and bariatric surgery. Dr. Petrick performs a number of advanced and specialized surgical procedures including advanced endoscopy, revisional bariatric surgery, laparoscopic gastric band (or “lap band”), gastric bypass, biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch and gastric sleeve. He also treats people for various conditions affecting the stomach and gastrointestinal (GI) system, including hiatal and paraesophageal hernia, achalasia and acid reflux (GERD).|Board-certified in general surgery, Dr. Petrick earned his medical degree from Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. He completed general surgery residency at Georgetown University Medical Center in Washington, D.C. He then completed a fellowships in Surgical Oncology at and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston and in Bariatric and Foregut surgery at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.|For the past 18 years, Dr. Petrick served as program director for the Geisinger bariatric and foregut surgical fellowship. He now serves as associate program director, acting as a mentor to bariatric surgery fellows. Dr. Petrick has a strong commitment to research in bariatric and foregut surgery and has authored more than 100 articles. Currently, he serves as chief quality officer for inpatient services at Geisinger and Director of the Division of Bariatric and Foregut surgery.|Dr. Petrick is an active member of the Society of Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgeons. He chairs to Data and Quality Committee for the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program and also serves as an editorial board member for the journal Surgical and Obesity-Related Diseases and a columnist for Bariatric Times.|In his free time, Dr. Petrick serves on the board of education at St. Joseph School in Danville. He also coaches the Susquehanna Valley Stampede varsity and junior varsity ice hockey teams.|Clinical Focus: Bariatric Surgery|If you’re a provider who’d like to refer a patient, call our 24/7 referral line at 800-332-8901 or visit www.emr-link.com. Dr. Petrick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Gastric Bypass, and Endoscopy. Dr. Petrick is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery
    Experienced in Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery
    Referral required

    Geisinger Medical Center - General Surgery

    100 North Academy Avenue, 
    Danville, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David M. Parker, MD, FACS, FASMBS, is a board-certified general surgeon specializing in bariatric surgery for both adolescents and adults. Dr. Parker performs several advanced and specialized surgical procedures, including gastric bypass, biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch, revisional bariatric surgery, laparoscopic gastric band (or “lap band”) and gastric sleeve. He also provides care for various conditions affecting the stomach and gastrointestinal (GI) system, including hiatal hernia, paraesophageal hernia, achalasia and acid reflux.|He has a clinical interest in minimally invasive laparoscopic and robotic surgery.|Board-certified in general surgery, Dr. Parker earned his medical degree from West Virginia University in Morgantown. He completed a general surgery residency at the Dwight D. Eisenhower Army Medical Center in Fort Gordon, GA, followed by a fellowship in bariatric and foregut surgery at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville.|While in medical school, he received the Presidential Award for Excellence in Scholarship. During his fellowship, he received the SAGES Award for best fellow presentation.|Dr. Parker serves as program director for the Geisinger bariatric and foregut surgical fellowship. He has a strong commitment to research in bariatric and foregut surgery and has authored more than 24 published articles.|He is an active member of the Society of Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgeons.|Dr. Parker has served in the United States Army and continues to serve as a lieutenant colonel in the United States Army Reserve. He is also a football enthusiast, rooting for the West Virginia Mountaineers in his free time. Dr. Parker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Obesity, Gastric Bypass, and Endoscopy. Dr. Parker is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Geisinger Lewistown - Gastroenterology

    310 Electric Avenue, Suite 100, 
    Lewistown, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, German
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Abdulsamad is a board-certified and fellowship-trained gastroenterologist. His clinical interests include general gastroenterology, liver disease, and endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP). Dr. Abdulsamad earned his medical degree from Jordan University of Science and Technology. He completed his residency and fellowship at Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center. Dr. Abdulsamad is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in gastroenterology. He speaks English, Arabic and German. Dr. Abdulsamad is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Choledocholithiasis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Abdulsamad is board certified in The American Board Of Internal Medicine In Gastroenterology. Dr. Abdulsamad is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    UPMC Digestive Health Care

    200 Lothrop Street, Suite D380, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Adam Slivka, MD, PhD, is a Professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and the Associate Chief of Clinical Affairs for the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Slivka is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hereditary Pancreatitis, Chronic Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy. Dr. Slivka is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Eastern Pennsylvania Endoscopy Center

    1501 N Cedar Crest Blvd, Suite 100, 
    Allentown, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati 
    Offers Telehealth

    Philosophy of care | My philosophy is to treat you as I would a member of my own family, offering guidance in your time of need. I strive to provide state-of-the-art care for each patient during every encounter. I will do my best to make sure you understand your condition so you can continue to take strides toward optimum health. | Why I entered medicine | It hurts my soul when people don’t feel good. Since childhood I’ve been passionate about wanting to help people feel better. Growing up I saw the relationship my father had with his own doctor, and that inspired me. | Community involvement | I have volunteered in Mother Teresa’s mission in Calcutta, India. I also have organized and managed a team of 30-plus staffers for Lustgarten Foundation pancreatic cancer fundraiser walks in Allentown the last 12 years. | Personal interests | In my spare time I enjoy biking with family, tennis and meditation. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction. He is also highly rated in 39 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Pseudocyst, Bile Duct Obstruction, Choledocholithiasis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Shah is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology.

    Experienced in Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction
    Experienced in Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction
    Referral may be required

    Jefferson Moss-Magee Rehabilitation – Elkins Park

    60 Township Line Road, 
    Elkins Park, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Leonard Kamen is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Elkins Park, Pennsylvania. Dr. Kamen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Pain, Cerebral Palsy, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, and Fibromyalgia. Dr. Kamen is board certified in Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation and Pain Medicine. Dr. Kamen is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Office Building - Gastroenterology

    950 East Mountain Boulevard, 
    Wilkes Barre, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Altaf is a board-certified and fellowship-trained gastroenterologist. His clinical interests include general gastroenterology and inflammatory bowel disease. Dr. Altaf earned his medical degree from Allama Iqbal Medical College in Pakistan. He then moved to the United States, where he completed a residency at Highland Hospital in Rochester. He completed two fellowships in gastroenterology at Strong Memorial Hospital and the University of Kentucky Medical Center. Dr. Altaf is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in gastroenterology and internal medicine. Dr. Altaf is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Altaf is board certified in The American Board Of Internal Medicine In Gastroenterology And Internal Medicine. Dr. Altaf is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Geisinger Scranton - Gastroenterology

    3 West Olive Street, 
    Scranton, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati , Hindi
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Amit Sohagia is a gastroenterologist with more than 12 years of experience treating gastrointestinal disorders. His clinical interests include diagnostic and screening endoscopic procedures, including routine EGD, colonoscopy, small bowel enteroscopy, and Pillcam (capsule endoscopy) for small bowel disorders; advanced endoscopic procedures, including ERCP and EUS; and minimally invasive endoscopic procedures, including TIF, RFA, EMR, PEG, PEG-J and endoluminal stenting. Dr. Sohagia has a special interest in GERD, complex IBS, IBD, pancreatic disorders and biliary disorders.|He earned his medical degree from B.J. Medical College in India. Dr. Sohagia is board certified in gastroenterology. Dr. Sohagia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Diverticular Disease, Acute Pancreatitis, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Sohagia is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction
    Internal Medicine

    St Josephs Internal Medicine PC

    300 S Hickory St, 
    Mount Carmel, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Greco is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Mount Carmel, Pennsylvania. Dr. Greco is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Essential Thrombocythemia, Peripheral Artery Disease, Arthritis, and Hypertensive Heart Disease.

    Experienced in Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction
    General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine
    Experienced in Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction
    General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine
    Referral may be required

    WellSpan Bariatric Surgery In Lewisburg

    25 Lystra Rogers Drive, 
    Lewisburg, PA 
    Experience:
    28+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jon Gabrielsen is a General Surgeon and a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Lewisburg, Pennsylvania. He has been practicing medicine for over 28 years. Dr. Gabrielsen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Achalasia, Gastric Bypass, and Endoscopy. Dr. Gabrielsen is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Northeast Surgical Associates At Torresdale

    3998 Red Lion Road, Suite 235, 
    Philadelphia, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Aziz Sadiq is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Sadiq is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Cellulitis, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Sadiq is board certified in Surgery and General.

    Experienced in Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    825 Old Lancaster Rd Ste 340, 
    Bryn Mawr, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Retig is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. Dr. Retig is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction. His clinical expertise encompasses Diarrhea, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required
    1265 Wayne Ave, 
    Indiana, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shirish Amin is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Indiana, Pennsylvania. Dr. Amin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction. He is also highly rated in 45 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Eosinophilic Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction
    Physician Assistant
    Experienced in Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction
    Physician Assistant
    Referral may be required

    Susquehanna Health Digestive Disease Center

    700 High St, 
    Williamsport, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Megan Colvin is a Physician Assistant practicing medicine in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Colvin, PA is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction. Her clinical expertise encompasses Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction, Gallbladder Disease, and Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH).

    Experienced in Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction
    Family Medicine

    John E Balmer JR. DO

    132 Mechanic St, 
    Spartansburg, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Balmer is a Family Medicine provider practicing medicine in Spartansburg, Pennsylvania. Dr. Balmer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Pain, GM1 Gangliosidosis, Gangliosidosis, and Shingles.

    Experienced in Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Wayne Memorial Hospital

    601 Park St, 
    Honesdale, PA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Clifford Carrol is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Honesdale, Pennsylvania. Dr. Carrol is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Lower Esophageal Ring, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
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    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.  

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    What types of insurance are accepted by Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction doctors near Philadelphia, PA?

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    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction 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 Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction doctor near Philadelphia, PA?

    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 Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction 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? 

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    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction 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 Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction 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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