Achalasia SpecialistsPage 2
22 verified specialists treating achalasia from across the United States are listed on this page. Top affiliations among the highest-ranked specialists include UT Southwestern Medical Center, Medical City Alliance, and University of Kentucky Hospital. Drill into a state below to find specialists nearer to you, or compare individual profiles for credentials, focus areas, and clinical depth.
Benjamin Elsbernd, M.D.
Gastroenterology
Dallas, TX10+ pubs
Motility & Functional GI
Charles Salters, MD
Cardiovascular Medicine
Cardiology
Winchester, KY15+ years1+ pubs
Nuclear Cardiology
Frequently Asked Questions
How is this national list of achalasia specialists built?
This page includes physicians in Convene Health's public directory whose profile lists Achalasia as a clinical focus area, ranked by composite score (research output, peer recognition, frequency of care, and outcomes signals). Each profile is sourced from the NPI registry, peer-reviewed publication data, board certification records, and the physician's own bio where available.
What should I look for when choosing a achalasia specialist?
Start with clinical fit — the right specialist for achalasia depends on the specific subtype and severity of your condition. Compare credentials, hospital affiliations, years of experience, peer-reviewed publications, and how the profile describes their approach. Many top specialists are concentrated at academic medical centers; if you have flexibility on location, the top of this list is a strong starting set.
Are these achalasia specialists accepting new patients?
Profile detail on availability and accepted insurance varies. Open a specific provider profile to see what they've published about new-patient access, insurance accepted, and typical wait times. Coverage details can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.
What is Achalasia?
Achalasia is a clinical focus area covered by the specialists listed here. Each provider profile describes their training, sub-specialties, and the conditions they regularly treat — open a profile for the most authoritative description of how that specific physician approaches achalasia care.