Best Gastroenterologists in Ocala
Finding the right gastroenterologist in Ocala means weighing insurance coverage, distance, and bedside manner. The metro has a growing bench of gastroenterologists — 7 gastroenterologists are listed below.
7 gastroenterologists in Ocala

Endoscopy Center Of Ocala Inc.
4.5Endoscopy Center Of Ocala Inc. · Gastroenterology Physician
1901 SE 18Th Ave(352) 732-8905
Alexander Restrepo, DO
4.5Alexander Restrepo · Gastroenterology Physician
1500 SW 1St Ave(352) 351-7200
Richard B Vaneldik, MD
4.5Richard B Vaneldik · Gastroenterology Physician
1901 SE 18Th Ave(352) 732-8905
Jagannadha R Vyapaka, MD
4.5Jagannadha R Vyapaka · Gastroenterology Physician
129 SW 11Th St(352) 622-5536


Ahmad Al Nakshabandi, MD
4.5Ahmad Al Nakshabandi · Gastroenterology Physician
2820 SE 3Rd Ct Suite 100(352) 844-8145
Gastroenterologists in Ocala by insurance
These providers list this insurance as accepted, but coverage should be confirmed directly with the provider before booking.
Gastroenterologists in nearby cities
Same specialty in cities near Ocala — useful if your insurance network extends across the metro.
About finding a gastroenterologist in Ocala
Ocala has gastroenterologists practicing across hospital systems, group practices, and independent clinics. When choosing a gastroenterologist in Ocala, the three factors most patients care about are: insurance acceptance, distance from home or work, and patient reviews. Heallexa shows all three on every listing so you can compare without clicking back and forth.
Many Ocala gastroenterologists list major insurance plans including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Humana, and Medicare. Listings reflect what providers have indicated they accept — always confirm in-network status directly with the office before booking. Out-of-network visits can cost 3–5× more than in-network ones.
Common questions about gastroenterologists in Ocala
How do I find the highest-rated gastroenterologist in Ocala?+
Sort the list above by rating. Heallexa surfaces verified patient reviews alongside credentials so you can see whether a provider's strengths match what you actually need.
What if no Ocala gastroenterologists accept my insurance?+
Try the surrounding metro — insurance networks often extend across multiple cities. The nearby-cities links below open the same specialty in adjacent markets. Always confirm coverage directly with the provider.
Are walk-in visits available with Ocala gastroenterologists?+
Walk-ins are uncommon for most gastroenterologists. The "available today" filter shows providers with open same-day slots.
How often is this Ocala list updated?+
Heallexa refreshes provider data from public NPI records and license databases on a rolling basis. Listings that fall out of the active registry are removed automatically.