25 of the Best Gastroenterologists Near Me in Cliffside Park, NJ

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MediFind found 1135 specialists near Cliffside Park, NJ

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    Arun Swaminath
    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    Gastroenterology
    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    Gastroenterology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Medicine Specialties At East 85th Street

    178 East 85th Street, 4th Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Arun Swaminath, MD, is an accomplished gastroenterologist and the director of the Inflammatory Bowel Diseases Program at Lenox Hill Hospital within Northwell Health. With a primary focus on treating patients with Crohn's disease and colitis, He holds a Professor of Medicine appointment in the School of Medicine at Hofstra Northwell School of Medicine.He oversees a multi-disciplinary IBD Center that provides patients with access to world-class surgeons, dieticians, and IBD pharmacists. This center attracts trainees from across the tristate area who come to learn from the exceptional team. His dedication to advancing the field of gastroenterology is evident in his numerous original clinical, translational, and review articles that he has authored.In recognition of his expertise, Dr. Swaminath is frequently sought after as a speaker in the area of inflammatory bowel diseases and has made appearances on television news and has been featured in numerous print and online media outlets. He has also made significant contributions at a national level, served as a chair of the NYC Crohn's and Colitis Foundation Chapter Medical Advisory Committee and as the co-director of the American College of Gastroenterology's IBD School. Dr. Swaminath's passion for IBD education is further exemplified by his creation of the Burton I Korelitz Advanced IBD Fellowship at Northwell Health, a pathway for expert IBD training for gastroenterologists,With his expertise, leadership, and commitment to improving patient care and education, Dr. Arun Swaminath continues to make significant contributions to the field of gastroenterology within Northwell Health. Dr. Swaminath is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Bo Shen
    Expertise in
    34
    conditions
    Gastroenterology
    Expertise in
    34
    conditions
    Gastroenterology

    CUIMC/Herbert Irving Pavilion

    161 Fort Washington Avenue, Floor 8, 
    New York, NY 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Bo Shen, MD, is one of the world’s pre-eminent leaders in interventional inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and pouch-related disorders due to his specialized expertise and experience treating a wide range of these conditions. Dr. Shen is the director of the IBD Center at Columbia and co-director of Columbia’s Global Center for Integrated Colorectal Surgery and IBD Interventional Endoscopy. He is also the Vice Chair for Innovation in Medicine and Surgery and a Professor of Medicine (in Surgery) and Edelman-Jarislowsky Professor in Surgical Sciences.In addition to pouchitis and pouch diseases, Dr. Shen specializes in critical diagnostic evaluation, and medical and endoscopic management of IBD, GI endoscopy and imaging technology. Dr. Shen is known as a pioneer in interventional endoscopic therapy for IBD and ileal pouch disorders - this includes postponing or eliminating the need for surgery in some cases.Dr. Shen comes to Columbia/NewYork-Presbyterian from the Cleveland Clinic, where he served as medical director for the Center of Inflammatory Bowel Diseases and the Ed and Joey Story Endowed Chair, Digestive Disease and Surgery Institute. While there, Dr. Shen established a subspecialty Pouchitis Clinic and Interventional IBD Unite - the first and largest of its kind in the United States. He also created an IBD Board, modeled after oncology tumor boards, to help manage the most challenging cases with multiple specialists.A prolific researcher in the field with more than 600 peer-reviewed articles, Dr. Shen is funded by a number of government and philanthropic organizations, including the NIH, the American Gastroenterological Association, American College of Gastroenterology, the Broad Foundation, and the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America. Dr. Shen is highly rated in 34 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Colitis, Ileostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Douglas Dieterich
    Expertise in
    23
    conditions
    Gastroenterology
    Expertise in
    23
    conditions
    Gastroenterology

    MSSM-Optical Shop

    17 E 102nd St, 
    New York, NY 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Douglas Dieterich is a Gastroenterologist in New York, New York. Dr. Dieterich is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Hepatitis C, Cirrhosis, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, and Liver Transplant.

    Gene Y. Im
    Expertise in
    21
    conditions
    Gastroenterology | Transplant Surgery
    Expertise in
    21
    conditions
    Gastroenterology | Transplant Surgery

    CUIMC/Presbyterian Hospital And Vanderbilt Clinic

    622 West 168th Street, 
    New York, NY 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Gene Im is a transplant hepatologist and the Director of the Alcohol-associated Liver Disease Program at Columbia known as ADAPT (Advanced inter-Disciplinary Alcohol liver Program and Treatment), a patient-centered, integrated care and research program for patients with alcohol-associated liver disease (ALD). ADAPT is one of only a few integrated ALD clinics in the country.Dr. Im is an internationally recognized expert in ALD, including alcohol-associated hepatitis and liver transplantation based on his clinical focus and research achievements. He has co-authored several practice-changing articles, including the 2019 ALD Practice Guidance from AASLD, the 2024 MetALD Expert Position Statement, and the first experience of early liver transplantation for alcohol-associated hepatitis in North America.Currently, he is the Vice-Chair of the AASLD ALD Special Interest Group and serves on the Editorial Board for the journal Liver Transplantation. Dr. Im is also the founder of ALD-ALLY (Alcohol-associated Liver Disease patients deserve ALcohol LiteracY), an annual conference focused on actionable initiatives for advancing the science and care of patients with alcohol use disorder and ALD (www.ald-ally.com)Dr. Im is an Assistant Professor of Medicine in the Center for Liver Disease and Transplantation and Division of Digestive and Liver Diseases at Columbia University. Dr. Im is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Liver Failure, Liver Transplant, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery.

    Ellen Scherl
    Expertise in
    17
    conditions
    Gastroenterology
    Expertise in
    17
    conditions
    Gastroenterology

    Jill Roberts Center For Inflammatory Bowel Disease

    1283 York Ave # 9, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ellen Scherl is a Gastroenterologist in New York, New York. Dr. Scherl is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Scherl is currently accepting new patients.

    Julian A. Abrams
    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    Gastroenterology
    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    Gastroenterology

    CUIMC/Herbert Irving Pavilion

    161 Fort Washington Avenue, 
    New York, NY 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Julian Abrams, MD is a Professor of Medicine and Epidemiology at Columbia University Medical Center (CUMC) and Director of Clinical Research for the Division of Digestive and Liver Diseases. He is a specialist in the care of patients with Barrett's esophagus, early esophageal cancer, and other esophageal disorders. His research focus is on risk factors for Barrett’s esophagus and esophageal cancer, with a particular focus on the role of the oral and esophageal microbiome as disease biomarkers, promoters of neoplasia, and targets for chemoprevention. He also has conducted extensive outcomes research related to endoscopic therapy for Barrett’s esophagus and associated neoplasia. Dr. Abrams is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Barrett Esophagus, Esophageal Cancer, Esophagitis, Endoscopy, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Bruce Sands
    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    Gastroenterology
    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    Gastroenterology

    MSSM-Optical Shop

    17 E 102nd St, 
    New York, NY 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Bruce Sands is a Gastroenterologist in New York, New York. Dr. Sands is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Peter H. Green
    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    Gastroenterology
    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    Gastroenterology

    CUIMC/Harkness Pavilion

    180 Fort Washington Avenue, 
    New York, NY 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Peter Green is a Gastroenterologist in New York, New York. Dr. Green is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Celiac Disease, Malabsorption, Viral Gastroenteritis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Green is currently accepting new patients.

    Charles J. Lightdale
    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    Gastroenterology
    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    Gastroenterology

    CUIMC/Harkness Pavilion

    180 Fort Washington Avenue, 
    New York, NY 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Current research is focussed on Barrett's esophagus. Targeted biopsies using confocal endomicroscopy for more accurate diagnosis. Radiofrequency ablation of Barrett's esophagus. Endoscopic mucosal resection of pre-cancerous lesions and early cancer. Blood tests and biopsy tests for early detection of esophageal cancer. Prevention of esophageal cancer in Barrett's esophagus. Dr. Lightdale is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Barrett Esophagus, Esophageal Cancer, Esophagitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Suzanne K. Lewis
    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    Gastroenterology
    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    Gastroenterology

    CUIMC/Harkness Pavilion

    180 Fort Washington Avenue, 
    New York, NY 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Suzanne Lewis is a Gastroenterologist in New York, New York. Dr. Lewis is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Celiac Disease, Malabsorption, Lactose Intolerance, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Lewis is currently accepting new patients.

    Suneeta Krishnareddy
    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Gastroenterology
    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Gastroenterology

    CUIMC/Harkness Pavilion

    180 Fort Washington Avenue, 
    New York, NY 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish, Telugu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Krishnareddy completed her internship and residency in internal medicine at Montefiore Medical Center, Albert Einstein College of Medicine in the Bronx, and went on to complete her fellowship in Digestive and Liver diseases at Columbia University, during which time she obtained a Masters in Clinical Research Methods and Biostatistics from the Mailman School of Public Health. She was a post-doctoral fellow in a NIH-funded training program during her training under the mentorship of Sankar Ghosh. She then completed an advanced fellowship in Inflammatory Bowel Disease at The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and returned to join the faculty of Digestive and Liver Diseases at Columbia University Medical Center in 2014.Dr. Krishnareddy's clinical interest include a wide range of gastrointestinal disorders including Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, indeterminate colitis celiac disease, autoimmune enteropathy, microscopic colitis, collagenous colitis, lymphocytic colitis and other autoimmune disorders of the gut. Dr Krishnareddy is actively recruiting for participation in clinical trials for management of Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.Dr. Krishnareddy is collaborating with the Department of Immunology and Microbiology in the study of the microbiome and the effect on disease pathogenesis in celiac disease and inflammatory bowel disease. She is also the studying the role of the microbiome in immune development and regulation. Dr. Krishnareddy is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Celiac Disease, Malabsorption, Tropical Sprue, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Aditya Sreenivasan
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Gastroenterology
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Gastroenterology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Medicine Specialties At East 85th Street

    178 East 85th Street, 4th Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Aditya Sreenivasan is a board-certified gastroenterologist with expertise in internal medicine. He practices at Northwell Health Physician Partners Medicine Specialties at East 85th Street, where he provides compassionate and comprehensive care to his patients.Dr. Sreenivasan completed his medical degree at New York University School of Medicine, followed by a residency in Internal Medicine at New York University Langone Medical Center. He then pursued a fellowship at North Shore University Hospital and Long Island Jewish Hospital, specializing in gastroenterology.With his extensive training and experience, Dr. Sreenivasan is well-versed in the diagnosis and treatment of gastrointestinal disorders. He is particularly focused on providing exceptional care to patients with conditions such as indigestion, acid reflux, and irritable bowel syndrome. He also cares for patients seeking high quality colorectal cancer screening.In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Sreenivasan holds academic and administrative titles. He serves as an Assistant Professor at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell and is the Associate Program Director for the GI Fellowship at Lenox Hill Hospital. Dr. Sreenivasan also takes a lead role in quality improvement initiatives within the Division of Gastroenterology at Lenox Hill Hospital.As a dedicated physician, Dr. Sreenivasan is committed to staying at the forefront of his field. He actively engages in research and is involved in ongoing medical education. Dr. Sreenivasan's commitment to providing the highest standard of care has earned him the respect and trust of his patients and colleagues.In summary, Dr. Aditya Sreenivasan is a highly skilled gastroenterologist who is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of his patients. With his expertise in the field, compassionate approach, and commitment to excellence, he strives to deliver exceptional care to each individual he serves. Dr. Sreenivasan is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Sturge-Weber Syndrome, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), and Bacterial Gastroenteritis.

    Expertise in
    38
    conditions
    Gastroenterology
    Expertise in
    38
    conditions
    Gastroenterology

    HMH Advanced And Therapeutic Endoscopy

    186 Rochelle Avenue, 
    Rochelle Park, NJ 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michel Kahaleh is a Gastroenterologist in Rochelle Park, New Jersey. Dr. Kahaleh is highly rated in 38 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Achalasia, Pancreatic Pseudocyst, Bile Duct Obstruction, Endoscopy, and Gastric Bypass.

    Expertise in
    35
    conditions
    Gastroenterology
    Expertise in
    35
    conditions
    Gastroenterology

    Gastroenterology And Hepatology At David H. Koch Center

    1283 York Ave # 9, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Reem Sharaiha is a Gastroenterologist in New York, New York. Dr. Sharaiha is highly rated in 35 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Bile Duct Obstruction, Obesity, Cholestasis, Endoscopy, and Gastric Bypass. Dr. Sharaiha is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    31
    conditions
    Gastroenterology
    Expertise in
    31
    conditions
    Gastroenterology

    Recanati Miller Transplantation Institute

    5 E 98th St Fl 12, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas Schiano is a Gastroenterologist in New York, New York. Dr. Schiano is highly rated in 31 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Hepatitis C, Autoimmune Hepatitis, Liver Transplant, and Splenectomy.

    Expertise in
    31
    conditions
    Gastroenterology
    Expertise in
    31
    conditions
    Gastroenterology

    HMH Advanced And Therapeutic Endoscopy

    186 Rochelle Avenue, 
    Rochelle Park, NJ 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amy Tyberg is a Gastroenterologist in Rochelle Park, New Jersey. Dr. Tyberg is highly rated in 31 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Achalasia, Bile Duct Obstruction, Cholecystitis, Endoscopy, and Gastric Bypass.

    Expertise in
    28
    conditions
    Gastroenterology
    Expertise in
    28
    conditions
    Gastroenterology

    Mount Sinai Medical Center

    5 E 98th St Fl 11, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nikhil Kumta is a Gastroenterologist in New York, New York. Dr. Kumta has been practicing medicine for over 17 years is highly rated in 28 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Achalasia, Bile Duct Obstruction, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Expertise in
    27
    conditions
    Gastroenterology
    Expertise in
    27
    conditions
    Gastroenterology

    Gastroenterology And Hepatology At David H. Koch Center

    1283 York Ave # 9, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David Wan is a Gastroenterologist in New York, New York. Dr. Wan is highly rated in 27 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Jaundice, Diarrhea, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Wan is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    20
    conditions
    Gastroenterology
    Expertise in
    20
    conditions
    Gastroenterology

    Teaneck Gastroenterology Associates

    1086 Teaneck Road, Suite 4C, 
    Teaneck, NJ 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Adam Palance is a Gastroenterologist in Teaneck, New Jersey. Dr. Palance is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Gastric Dysmotility, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Diverticular Disease, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Expertise in
    19
    conditions
    Gastroenterology
    Expertise in
    19
    conditions
    Gastroenterology

    Manhattan Diagnostic Laboratory

    425 W 59th St, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniela Jodorkovsky is a Gastroenterologist in New York, New York. Dr. Jodorkovsky is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Swallowing Difficulty, Achalasia, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Expertise in
    18
    conditions
    Gastroenterology
    Expertise in
    18
    conditions
    Gastroenterology

    ColumbiaDoctors - Midtown

    51 W 51st St Ste 360, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Katzka is a Gastroenterologist in New York, New York. Dr. Katzka is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Esophagitis, Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Barrett Esophagus, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Expertise in
    18
    conditions
    Gastroenterology
    Expertise in
    18
    conditions
    Gastroenterology

    Gastroenterology And Hepatology At David H. Koch Center

    1283 York Ave # 9, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Tatyana Kushner is a Gastroenterologist in New York, New York. Dr. Kushner is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Hepatitis D, Hepatitis C, and Liver Transplant. Dr. Kushner is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    17
    conditions
    Gastroenterology
    Expertise in
    17
    conditions
    Gastroenterology

    Teaneck Gastroenterology Associates

    1086 Teaneck Road, Suite 4C, 
    Teaneck, NJ 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Philip Micale is a Gastroenterologist in Teaneck, New Jersey. Dr. Micale is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Gastritis, Gastric Dysmotility, Cronkhite-Canada Disease, and Gastrectomy.

    Expertise in
    16
    conditions
    Gastroenterology
    Expertise in
    16
    conditions
    Gastroenterology

    Teaneck Gastroenterology Associates

    1086 Teaneck Road, Suite 4C, 
    Teaneck, NJ 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Schmidt is a Gastroenterologist in Teaneck, New Jersey. Dr. Schmidt is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Gastric Dysmotility, Gastritis, Diverticular Disease, Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome, and Gastrectomy.

    Expertise in
    14
    conditions
    Gastroenterology
    Expertise in
    14
    conditions
    Gastroenterology

    Gastroenterology Associates Of Central Jersey

    9252 Jf Kennedy Boulevard, Suite A, 
    North Bergen, NJ 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Sotiriadis is a Gastroenterologist in North Bergen, New Jersey. Dr. Sotiriadis is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Colitis, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrostomy, and Gastrectomy.

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    When should I see a Gastroenterologist near Cliffside Park, NJ?

    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 Gastroenterologist near Cliffside Park, NJ?

    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 Gastroenterologists near Cliffside Park, NJ?

    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 Gastroenterologists near Cliffside Park, NJ?

    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 Gastroenterologist in Cliffside Park?

    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 Gastroenterologist search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Gastroenterologist?

    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 Gastroenterologist near Cliffside Park, NJ?

    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 Gastroenterologist?

    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 Gastroenterologist 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 Gastroenterologists near Cliffside Park, NJ?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Gastroenterologist 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 Gastroenterologist that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Gastroenterologist search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/07/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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