William Ravich

William Ravich, MD is a Professor of Medicine (Digestive Diseases) at Yale School of Medicine, leading the GI Motility Program. He holds dual roles as a part-time faculty member at Johns Hopkins University and a practicing gastroenterologist at Yale Medicine. His career includes over 25 years as Clinical Director of the Johns Hopkins Swallowing Center, a pioneering multi-disciplinary center for swallowing disorders.

Education: A.B. from University of Chicago (1971), M.D. from Chicago School of Medicine (1975). Residency in Internal Medicine at Montefiore Hospital (1975-1978), fellowship in Gastroenterology at Johns Hopkins (1978-1981).

Research Interests: Focuses on swallowing disorders, eosinophilic esophagitis, GERD, and Barrett’s esophagus. Pioneered advancements in achalasia treatment (botulinum toxin studies) and ambulatory esophageal pH monitoring.

Clinical Expertise: Manages complex cases requiring integrated approaches across gastroenterology, neurology, and surgery. Specializes in endoscopic procedures balancing clinical diagnosis and hands-on intervention.

Professional Affiliations: Director of GI Motility Program at Yale; former roles include Clinical Director of Johns Hopkins Gastroenterology Division and Director of Johns Hopkins GI Endoscopy.