The 20 Best Painful Swallowing Doctors Near Me in Huntington Beach, CA

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The 20 Best Painful Swallowing Doctors near Huntington Beach, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 275 doctor with experience in Painful Swallowing near Huntington Beach, CA. Of these, 221 are Experienced, 45 are Advanced and 9 are Distinguished.

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275 providers found
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    The Cancer Treatment Center Of Orange County Medical Group Inc

    19582 Beach Blvd Ste 270, 
    Huntington Beach, CA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Victor Yu is a Gastroenterologist in Huntington Beach, California. Dr. Yu is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Fountain Valley Cardiology Medical Clinic Inc.

    11100 Warner Ave Ste 268, 
    Fountain Valley, CA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Davinder Singh is a Gastroenterologist in Fountain Valley, California. Dr. Singh is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Velopharyngeal Insufficiency, Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Ronald J. Philipp
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Family Medicine | Geriatrics
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Family Medicine | Geriatrics

    Ronald J. Philipp, D.O., Profes. Corp.

    2255 Lakewood Blvd, 
    Long Beach, CA 
     (11.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ronald Philipp is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine and Geriatrics in Long Beach, California. Dr. Philipp is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Malnutrition, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Painful Swallowing, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Philipp is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Deguzman Medical Corp.

    1525 Superior Ave Ste 200, 
    Newport Beach, CA 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lino Deguzman is a Gastroenterologist in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Deguzman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Barrett Esophagus, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Newport Beach Gastroenterology Assoc

    1525 Superior Ave Ste 104, 
    Newport Beach, CA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Donald Abrahm is a Gastroenterologist in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Abrahm is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Marginal Zone Lymphoma (MZL), Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gardner Syndrome, and Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    520 Superior Ave Ste 245, 
    Newport Beach, CA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Richard Quist is a Gastroenterologist in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Quist is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Diverticular Disease, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    General Surgery

    Head & Neck Medical & Facial Plastic Surgery Inc.

    361 Hospital Rd Ste 329, 
    Newport Beach, CA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kamal Batniji is a General Surgeon in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Batniji is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Tinnitus, Hearing Loss, Infant Hearing Loss, and Vertigo.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Coast Internal Medicine Consultants

    520 Superior Ave Ste 205, 
    Newport Beach, CA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Lee is a Gastroenterologist in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Lee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Dipti Itchhaporia Medical Corp.

    520 Superior Ave Ste 320, 
    Newport Beach, CA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Abhay Parikh is a Gastroenterologist in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Parikh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Diarrhea, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Macroamylasemia, and Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Patricia Shih-Ting Tsai MD Inc.

    496 Old Newport Blvd Ste 1, 
    Newport Beach, CA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Shih-ting Tsai is a Gastroenterologist in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Tsai is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    Head And Neck Associates

    1640 Newport Blvd, 
    Costa Mesa, CA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    24+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Steven Feinberg is an Otolaryngologist in Costa Mesa, California. Dr. Feinberg has been practicing medicine for over 24 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Laryngeal Nerve Damage, Trachoma, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Laryngectomy, and Thyroidectomy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Long Phi Dang MD Inc

    7891 Westminster Blvd, 
    Westminster, CA 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    33+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Long Dang is a Gastroenterologist in Westminster, California. Dr. Dang has been practicing medicine for over 33 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastritis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Family Medicine
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Family Medicine
    10741 Westminster Ave, Suite 100, 
    Garden Grove, CA 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mary Tran is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Garden Grove, California. Dr. Tran is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Tension Headache, Cyclic Neutropenia, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrostomy, and Hemorrhoidectomy.

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

    Geriatric Medicine Huntington Beach

    19582 Beach Blvd Ste 250, 
    Huntington Beach, CA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Son Nguyen is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Huntington Beach, California. Dr. Nguyen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Gardner-Diamond Syndrome, Autoerythrocyte Sensitivity, Ureteroscopy, and Colonoscopy.

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

    Office

    19582 Beach Blvd Ste 314, 
    Huntington Beach, CA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ratul Chatterjee is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Huntington Beach, California. Dr. Chatterjee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Juvenile Primary Osteoporosis, High Cholesterol, Bronchiolitis Obliterans, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Ureteroscopy.

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

    Hoag Health Center-Huntington Beach (Pelvic Health Program)

    19582 Beach Blvd Ste 250, 
    Huntington Beach, CA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jessy Padierivos is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Huntington Beach, California. Dr. Padierivos is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Xanthoma.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing

    Big Sur Medical Corporation

    18800 Delaware St, 
    Huntington Beach, CA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    27+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sarah Vakkalanka is an Otolaryngologist in Huntington Beach, California. Dr. Vakkalanka has been practicing medicine for over 27 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Jones Syndrome, Infant Hearing Loss, and DFNB1.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Jay P Diliberto MD

    18800 Delaware St Ste 850, 
    Huntington Beach, CA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jay Diliberto is a Gastroenterologist in Huntington Beach, California. Dr. Diliberto is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Cronkhite-Canada Disease, Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome, and Hemorrhoids.

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

    Daniel P Nassir Hilton

    17822 Beach Blvd, 
    Huntington Beach, CA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    28+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Hilton is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Huntington Beach, California. Dr. Hilton has been practicing medicine for over 28 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Iron Deficiency Anemia, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Lung Metastases, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

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

    Office

    17692 Beach Blvd Ste 302, 
    Huntington Beach, CA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Meera Sohail is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Huntington Beach, California. Dr. Sohail is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Schizoaffective Disorder, Apoplexy, Heart Attack, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    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 Huntington Beach, 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 Huntington Beach, 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 Huntington Beach, 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 Huntington Beach, 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 Huntington Beach, 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 Huntington Beach, 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 Huntington Beach, 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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