The 20 Best Painful Swallowing Doctors Near Me in Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Find the Top Painful Swallowing Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 98 doctor with experience in Painful Swallowing near Palm Beach Gardens, FL. Of these, 80 are Experienced, 12 are Advanced and 6 are Distinguished.

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98 providers found
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Tampa General Hospital Digestive Health Center - PGA

    3401 Pga Blvd Ste 500, 
    West Palm Beach, FL 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Garelick is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in West Palm Beach, Florida. Dr. Garelick is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Esophageal Atresia Coloboma Talipes, Gastric Dysmotility, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, and Gastrectomy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Tampa General Hospital Digestive Health Center - PGA

    3401 Pga Blvd Ste 500, 
    West Palm Beach, FL 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Raymond is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in West Palm Beach, Florida. Dr. Raymond is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 53 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Choledocholithiasis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    General Surgery

    Ent And Allergy Associates Of Florida LLC

    4600 Military Trail, Suite 205, 
    Jupiter, FL 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Gerring is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Jupiter, Florida. Dr. Gerring is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo, Sinusitis, and Otitis.

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    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Gastroenterology Specialist Inc.

    3355 Burns Rd Ste 306, 
    Palm Beach Gardens, FL 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kalpana Kalahasthy is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. Dr. Kalahasthy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 37 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    1002 S Old Dixie Hwy Ste 201, 
    Jupiter, FL 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Chester Maxson is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Jupiter, Florida. Dr. Maxson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 43 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Indigestion, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    1117 N Olive Ave Ste 101, 
    West Palm Beach, FL 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Elliot Ellis is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in West Palm Beach, Florida. Dr. Ellis 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 Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Colitis, Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    1117 N Olive Ave Ste 101, 
    West Palm Beach, FL 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Salvatore Senzatimore is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in West Palm Beach, Florida. Dr. Senzatimore is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 52 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Portal Hypertension, Childhood Volvulus, Barrett Esophagus, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    1117 N Olive Ave Ste 101, 
    West Palm Beach, FL 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Wenger is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in West Palm Beach, Florida. Dr. Wenger is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 54 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Portal Hypertension, Indigestion, Childhood Volvulus, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    Variety Children's Hospital

    11310 Legacy Ave, 
    Palm Beach Gardens, FL 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sari Kay is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. Dr. Kay is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her clinical expertise encompasses Encopresis, Bowel Incontinence, Diarrhea, and Crohn's Disease.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Gastroenterology Specialist Inc.

    3355 Burns Rd Ste 306, 
    Palm Beach Gardens, FL 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sabu George is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. Dr. George is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Turcot Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    General Surgery

    Office

    3401 Pga Blvd Ste 410, 
    Palm Beach Gardens, FL 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Terry Olson is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. Dr. Olson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder, Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma, Angiosarcoma of the Scalp, Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands, and Thyroidectomy.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Tampa General Hospital Digestive Health Center - PGA

    3401 Pga Blvd Ste 500, 
    West Palm Beach, FL 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sheldon Taub is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in West Palm Beach, Florida. Dr. Taub is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastric Dysmotility, Esophagitis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, and Indigestion.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Tampa General Provider Network Inc.

    3401 Pga Blvd Ste 500, 
    Palm Beach Gardens, FL 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Maria Hatara is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. Dr. Hatara is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gastritis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Ulcerative Colitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology | Plastic Surgery
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology | Plastic Surgery

    Office

    3355 Burns Rd Ste 104, 
    Palm Beach Gardens, FL 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Richard Weinstock is a Plastic Surgeon practicing medicine in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. Dr. Weinstock is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Jones Syndrome, Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss, and Balloon Sinuplasty.

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

    Office

    3502 Kyoto Gardens Dr Ste A, 
    Palm Beach Gardens, FL 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Rupesh Dharia is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. Dr. Dharia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.

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

    Vijay B. Harpalani MD PA

    3400 Burns Rd Ste 202, 
    Palm Beach Gardens, FL 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vijay Harpalani is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. Dr. Harpalani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Anemia, Lymphangitis, Hypertension, Hip Replacement, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Tampa General Hospital Digestive Health Center - PGA

    3401 Pga Blvd Ste 500, 
    West Palm Beach, FL 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sonja Olsen is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in West Palm Beach, Florida. Dr. Olsen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Banti's Syndrome, Hepatitis, Jaundice, Visceromegaly, and Liver Transplant.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    Office

    3401 Pga Blvd Ste 410, 
    Palm Beach Gardens, FL 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Dattolo is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. Dr. Dattolo 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 Jones Syndrome, DFNB1, Empyema, and Sinusitis.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Tampa General Hospital Digestive Health Center - PGA

    3401 Pga Blvd Ste 500, 
    West Palm Beach, FL 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David Schwimmer is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in West Palm Beach, Florida. Dr. Schwimmer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His clinical expertise encompasses Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Schwimmer is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Electrophysiology Consultants Inc.

    3370 Burns Rd Ste 105, 
    Palm Beach Gardens, FL 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Richard Dwoskin is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. Dr. Dwoskin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastric Dysmotility, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).

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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 Palm Beach Gardens, FL?

    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 Palm Beach Gardens, FL?

    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 Palm Beach Gardens, FL?

    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 Palm Beach Gardens, FL?

    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 Palm Beach Gardens, FL?

    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 Palm Beach Gardens, FL?

    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 Palm Beach Gardens, FL?

    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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