Summary

Dr. David A. Katzka is a recognized authority, both in the clinical and research arenas, on eosinophilic esophagitis, esophageal motility disorders, gastroesophageal reflux, Barrett’s esophagus, and unusual esophageal diseases. Dr. Katzka now brings his expertise and 35 years of experience in the treatment and understanding of esophageal diseases to NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center, where he is leading the Esophagology and Swallowing Center.
A prolific researcher, Dr. Katzka has greatly influenced progress in the field, with more than 350 publications to his name. In July 2021, he completed a five-year role as Program Director/Principal Investigator for the Consortium of Eosinophilic Gastrointestinal Disease Researchers-Clinical Trial 2: Six Food vs One Food Eosinophilic Esophagitis Elimination Diet (SOFEED) followed by Swallowed Glucocorticoid Trial. Since 2009, Dr. Katzka has been a member of and continues to serve on the Editorial Board of Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology. He also serves on the Editorial Boards of the Gastroenterology,  Alimentary Pharmacology and Therapeutics,  The American Journal of Gastroenterology, and as an editor/reviewer of Diseases of the Esophagus. His honors and awards include the Distinguished Clinician Award presented by the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) and, most recently, Dr. Katzka was honored with the  2022 AGA Institute Council Section Research Mentor Award, which acknowledges the achievements of AGA members who serve the gastroenterology and hepatology community as outstanding mentors in research.
Dr. Katzka joins NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia from Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science where he was Professor of Medicine and Head of the Esophageal Interest Group. He was also a Consultant for the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology and held Master's Faculty Privileges in Clinical and Translational Science at the Mayo Clinic. Prior, he was a Professor of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania.
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Office Locations

Dr. David A Katzka has 2 locations

ColumbiaDoctors - Midtown

51 W 51st St Frnt 3 Ste 360New York, NY 10019

CUIMC/Presbyterian Hospital and Vanderbilt Clinic

622 W 168th St Fl 4 Ste 478New York, NY 10032

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 46 years of experience
  • 1 insurance plan accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Chinese, French, German, English
  • Mount Sinai Medical Center
  • 5 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 23 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. David A Katzka

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. David A Katzka has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. David A Katzka has the following 23 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Barrett Esophagus
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
  • Esophageal Achalasia
  • Esophageal and Gastric Varices
  • Esophageal Diseases
  • Esophageal Motility Disorders (Dysmotilities)
  • Esophagoscopy
  • Esophagus Cancer (Esophogeal Neoplasm)
  • Gastroenterologist
  • Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
  • Gastrointestinal Motility Disorders
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Scleroderma
  • Swallowing disorder (Deglutition Disorder)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Mount Sinai Medical Center

Medical School

Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount SinaiGraduated in 1980

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Dr. David Katzka is affiliated with Newyork Presbyterian Columbia University Irving Medical Center.
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Dr. David Katzka's office is located at 51 W 51st St Frnt 3 Ste 360, New York, NY, 10019.
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