Robert E. Kraichely, M.D.

Robert E. Kraichely, M.D., is a consultant in the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, where he provides care for people throughout Minnesota and from all around the world. Dr. Kraichely specializes in the evaluation and management of gastrointestinal motility disorders and complex esophageal and gastric conditions. His clinical practice focuses on individualized treatment strategies that help improve quality of life through accurate diagnosis and state-of-the-art endoscopic interventions.

“The practice of medicine is an art, not a trade; a calling, not a business; a calling in which your heart will be exercised equally with your head.” — Sir William Osler

Outside of his clinical work, Dr. Kraichely enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, and playing or watching sports.

Areas of expertise

Dr. Kraichely offers evidence-based care and advanced endoscopic approaches for a range of gastrointestinal conditions:

• Gastrointestinal dysmotility: Diagnosis and management of esophageal and gastric motility disorders for symptom relief and improved function.
• Dyspepsia and GERD: Evaluation and treatment of upper gastrointestinal symptoms, including complex reflux disorders.
• Intestinal malabsorption: Comprehensive assessment for conditions that impair nutrient absorption.
• Diagnostic endoscopy: Procedures including biopsy, BRAVO capsule placement, and EndoFLIP for esophageal function evaluation.
• Therapeutic endoscopy: Feeding tube placement, esophageal variceal ligation, dilation (Savary, TTS, and pneumatic), and esophageal Botox injections.
• Colonoscopy techniques: Diagnostic and therapeutic colonoscopy, including chromoendoscopy, biopsy, polypectomy, and balloon dilation.
• Anorectal manometry: Functional testing for pelvic floor and anorectal disorders.

Research and professional highlights

Dr. Kraichely serves as Assistant Professor of Medicine at Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science. He completed his medical degree at Saint Louis University School of Medicine, followed by internal medicine residency at the University of Wisconsin, Madison, and fellowship training in gastroenterology at Mayo Clinic. His academic contributions include published research on esophageal motility and gastrointestinal disorders, as well as active roles in medical education as curriculum director and coordinator for multiple Mayo Clinic programs. Dr. Kraichely is a member of the American College of Gastroenterology, American Gastroenterological Association, and the American Neurogastroenterology and Motility Society.