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    Last Updated: 10/30/2025

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    MediFind found 23 doctor with experience in Esophageal Varices near Baton Rouge, LA. Of these, 21 are Experienced and 2 are Advanced.

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      Advanced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology

      Lsuhn Billing LLC

      9032 Perkins Rd, 
      Baton Rouge, LA 
       (6.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Charles Berggreen is a Gastroenterologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Berggreen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

      Advanced in Esophageal Varices
      Advanced in Esophageal Varices

      The Digestive Group, P.C.

      8235 Ymca Plaza Dr, Suite 100, 
      Baton Rouge, LA 
       (8.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Robert Muhumuza is a Hepatologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Muhumuza is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Gallbladder Disease, Esophageal Varices, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

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      Experienced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology

      Texas Digestive Disease Consultants, PLLC

      6615 Perkins Rd, 
      Baton Rouge, LA 
       (5.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Benjamin Kurz is a Gastroenterologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Kurz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

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      Experienced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology

      Lsuhn Billing LLC

      5000 Hennessy Blvd, 
      Baton Rouge, LA 
       (5.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Robert Be is a Gastroenterologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Be is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Experienced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology

      Lsuhn Billing LLC

      5000 Hennessy Blvd, 
      Baton Rouge, LA 
       (5.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      John Mcdonald is a Gastroenterologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Mcdonald is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Portal Hypertension, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Childhood Volvulus, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Experienced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology

      Lsuhn Billing LLC

      5000 Hennessy Blvd, 
      Baton Rouge, LA 
       (5.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Mark Porta is a Gastroenterologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Porta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology

      Lsuhn Billing LLC

      5000 Hennessy Blvd, 
      Baton Rouge, LA 
       (5.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Oleana Lamendola is a Gastroenterologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Lamendola is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. Her top areas of expertise are Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology

      Lsuhn Billing LLC

      5000 Hennessy Blvd, 
      Baton Rouge, LA 
       (5.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Maheswar Rao is a Gastroenterologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Rao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Experienced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology

      Lsuhn Billing LLC

      5000 Hennessy Blvd, 
      Baton Rouge, LA 
       (5.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Satyaprasad Alapati is a Gastroenterologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Alapati is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Heartburn, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Esophageal Varices
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Esophageal Varices
      Family Medicine

      Our Lady Of The Lake Physician Group LLC

      7777 Hennessy Blvd, 
      Baton Rouge, LA 
       (5.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Garland Anderson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Anderson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Anemia, Colonoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Anderson is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology

      Baton Rouge Clinic, A Medical Corporation

      7373 Perkins Rd, 
      Baton Rouge, LA 
       (5.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Gerald Arbour is a Gastroenterologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Arbour is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Turcot Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

      Experienced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology

      Baton Rouge Clinic, A Medical Corporation

      7373 Perkins Rd, 
      Baton Rouge, LA 
       (5.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      James Balart is a Gastroenterologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Balart is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Experienced in Esophageal Varices
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Esophageal Varices
      Internal Medicine

      Baton Rouge Clinic, A Medical Corporation

      7373 Perkins Rd, 
      Baton Rouge, LA 
       (5.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Nicholas Lapara is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Lapara is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), COVID-19, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Lapara is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology

      Baton Rouge Clinic, A Medical Corporation

      7373 Perkins Rd, 
      Baton Rouge, LA 
       (5.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Paul Fitzmorris is a Gastroenterologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Fitzmorris is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Diarrhea, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Liver Transplant, and Gastric Bypass.

      Experienced in Esophageal Varices
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Esophageal Varices
      Internal Medicine

      Baton Rouge Clinic, A Medical Corporation

      7373 Perkins Rd, 
      Baton Rouge, LA 
       (5.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Sundararama Vatsavai is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Vatsavai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Acute Kidney Failure, Gastrostomy, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Vatsavai is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology

      Texas Digestive Disease Consultants, PLLC

      9103 Jefferson Hwy, 
      Baton Rouge, LA 
       (6.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Michael Barker is a Gastroenterologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Barker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy.

      Experienced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology

      Texas Digestive Disease Consultants, PLLC

      9103 Jefferson Hwy, 
      Baton Rouge, LA 
       (6.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Nicholas Baldwin is a Gastroenterologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Baldwin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Portal Hypertension, Childhood Volvulus, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Baldwin is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology

      Baton Rouge General Medical Center

      8585 Picardy Ave, Suite 318, 
      Baton Rouge, LA 
       (6.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jonathon Chapman is a Gastroenterologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Chapman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Eosinophilic Colitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

      Experienced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      9001 Summa Ave, 
      Baton Rouge, LA 
       (6.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      George Howard is a Gastroenterologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Howard is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome, Colitis, Painful Swallowing, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Esophageal Varices
      Gastroenterology

      Lsuhn Billing LLC

      9032 Perkins Rd, 
      Baton Rouge, LA 
       (6.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Walter Mullins is a Gastroenterologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Mullins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Esophageal Varices. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Diverticular Disease, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Esophageal Varices?

      Esophageal varices is a condition in which enlarged (varicose) veins develop in the lower esophagus (swallowing tube that connects mouth to stomach). Esophageal varices frequently occur in individuals with serious liver diseases, such as cirrhosis (liver scaring and fibrosis), who have developed portal hypertension (high blood pressure in portal vein). Esophageal varices can also be caused by parasitic liver diseases, such as schistosomiasis (flatworms). Esophageal varices can rupture and cause dangerous bleeding (hemorrhage).

      When should I see an Esophageal Varices doctor near Baton Rouge, 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 an Esophageal Varices doctor near Baton Rouge, 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 Esophageal Varices doctors near Baton Rouge, 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 Esophageal Varices doctors near Baton Rouge, 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 an Esophageal Varices doctor near Baton Rouge, 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 Esophageal Varices doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Esophageal Varices 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 an Esophageal Varices doctor near Baton Rouge, 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 Esophageal Varices 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 Esophageal Varices 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 Esophageal Varices doctors near Baton Rouge, LA?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Esophageal Varices 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 an Esophageal Varices doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Esophageal Varices 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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