The 20 Best Painful Swallowing Doctors Near Me in Glendora, CA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 156 doctor with experience in Painful Swallowing near Glendora, CA. Of these, 124 are Experienced, 24 are Advanced and 8 are Distinguished.

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156 providers found
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Citrus Valley Gastroenterology A California Medical Corporation

    415 W Route 66, 
    Glendora, CA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    27+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sartaj Arora is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Glendora, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 27 years. Dr. Arora is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 66 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Arora is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Citrus Valley Gastroenterology A California Medical Corporation

    415 W Route 66, 
    Glendora, CA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    23+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Patrick Truong is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Glendora, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 23 years. Dr. Truong is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 61 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Truong is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Citrus Valley Gastroenterology A California Medical Corporation

    415 W Route 66, 
    Glendora, CA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    15+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Adam Snyder is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Glendora, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 15 years. Dr. Snyder is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 63 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Visceromegaly, Gastrostomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Snyder is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

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    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Citrus Valley Gastroenterology A California Medical Corporation

    415 W Route 66, 
    Glendora, CA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ankush Sharma is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Glendora, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Sharma is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 64 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Sharma is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Citrus Valley Gastroenterology A California Medical Corporation

    500 W San Bernardino Rd, 
    Covina, CA 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    41+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Osama Sidhom is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Covina, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 41 years. Dr. Sidhom is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 55 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gastrostomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Sidhom is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Family Medicine

    Krunal Mehta, MD

    130 W Route 66, 
    Glendora, CA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    25+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Krunal Mehta is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Glendora, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 25 years. Dr. Mehta is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Gastroparesis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Gastrostomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Mehta is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine

    Oliver M. Solomon Do

    130 W Route 66, 
    Glendora, CA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    28+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Oliver Solomon is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Glendora, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 28 years. Dr. Solomon is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Acne, Familial Hypertension, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Solomon is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    Covina Ear Nose And Throat Medical Group

    202 W College St, 
    Covina, CA 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    42+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Williams is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Covina, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 42 years. Dr. Williams is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 37 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Jones Syndrome, DFNB1, Infant Hearing Loss, and Sinusitis.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine

    Rajnish Jandial MD Inc

    315 N 3rd Ave Ste 100, 
    Covina, CA 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sanjay Khedia is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Covina, California. Dr. Khedia is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastritis, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), COVID-19, Gastrostomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    City Of Hope's Helford Clinical Research Hospital

    1500 Duarte Rd, 
    Duarte, CA 
     (6.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    James Lin is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Duarte, California. Dr. Lin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 58 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bile Duct Stricture, Bile Duct Obstruction, Cholestasis, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine

    Platinum Digestive Health

    250 W Bonita Ave, 
    Pomona, CA 
     (7.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    19+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bhaveshkumar Patel is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Pomona, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 19 years. Dr. Patel is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 69 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Bile Duct Obstruction, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Patel is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine

    Emanate Health Medical Group

    412 W Carroll Ave, 
    Glendora, CA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    41+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Vijay Patel is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine and Pulmonary Medicine in Glendora, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 41 years. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Vitamin D Deficiency, Fish-Eye Disease, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Patel is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine

    Zhi-Wen Lu, MD Inc.

    250 S Grand Ave, 
    Glendora, CA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    37+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Zhi-wen Lu is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Glendora, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 37 years. Dr. Lu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His clinical expertise encompasses Shingles, Low Blood Pressure, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Jock Itch, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Lu is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Genesis Healthcare Partners

    522 W Foothill Blvd, 
    Glendora, CA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    23+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Kao is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Glendora, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 23 years. Dr. Kao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Indigestion, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Colonoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Kao is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Citrus Valley Gastroenterology A California Medical Corporation

    415 W Route 66, 
    Glendora, CA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    54+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    George Ferenczi is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Glendora, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 54 years. Dr. Ferenczi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Hemorrhoids, Diverticular Disease, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Ferenczi is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Family Medicine

    Burrows Family Practice, Inc.

    1377 S Grand Ave, 
    Glendora, CA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    41+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Oliver Burrows is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Glendora, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 41 years. Dr. Burrows is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Vitamin D Deficiency, Osteomyelitis in Children, High Cholesterol, and Tracheitis. Dr. Burrows is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Family Medicine

    Melvyn H. Krause M. D. And John J. DI Mare JR. M.D. Inc.

    210 S Grand Ave Ste 302, 
    Glendora, CA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lisa Thomsen is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Glendora, California. Dr. Thomsen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine

    Mallu C. Reddy M.D., Inc

    459 S Azusa Ave, 
    Azusa, CA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    37+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mallu Reddy is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Azusa, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 37 years. Dr. Reddy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 45 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Reddy is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Family Medicine | General Practice
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Family Medicine | General Practice

    Mayflower Medical Group Inc.

    1433 N Hollenbeck Ave, 
    Covina, CA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    27+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Bang is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine and General Practice in Covina, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 27 years. Dr. Bang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteomyelitis in Children, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Bang is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Family Medicine

    Mayflower Medical Group Inc.

    1433 N Hollenbeck Ave, 
    Covina, CA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    41+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Adelaide Willis is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Covina, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 41 years. Dr. Willis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Bronchitis, High Cholesterol, Osteomyelitis in Children, and Pustules. Dr. Willis is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Painful Swallowing?

    Painful swallowing is any pain or discomfort while swallowing. You may feel it high in the neck or lower down behind the breastbone. Most often, the pain feels like a strong sensation of squeezing or burning. Painful swallowing may be a symptom of a serious disorder.

    When should I see a Painful Swallowing doctor near Glendora, CA?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Painful Swallowing doctor near Glendora, CA?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Painful Swallowing doctors near Glendora, CA?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Painful Swallowing doctors near Glendora, CA?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Painful Swallowing doctor near Glendora, CA?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Painful Swallowing doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Painful Swallowing doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Painful Swallowing doctor near Glendora, CA?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Painful Swallowing doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Painful Swallowing doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Painful Swallowing doctors near Glendora, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Painful Swallowing doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Painful Swallowing doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Painful Swallowing doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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