The 20 Best Painful Swallowing Doctors Near Me in Decatur, GA

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The 20 Best Painful Swallowing Doctors near Decatur, GA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 226 doctor with experience in Painful Swallowing near Decatur, GA. Of these, 181 are Experienced, 38 are Advanced and 7 are Distinguished.

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    Mark A. Stern
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Dekalb Gastro - United Digestive

    2675 North Decatur Road, 
    Decatur, GA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    34+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Stern is a Gastroenterologist in Decatur, Georgia. Dr. Stern has been practicing medicine for over 34 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    James C. Barlow
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates, LLC - Ptree Dun/Atlanta

    550 Peachtree Street Northeast, Suite 1600, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    James Barlow is a Gastroenterologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Barlow is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Barlow is currently accepting new patients.

    Harry M. Baddour
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    Winship Cancer Institute At Emory Midtown

    36 Linden Avenue Northeast, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    16+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Harry Baddour is an Otolaryngologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Baddour has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Tongue Cancer, Laryngeal Cancer, Facial Paralysis, Glossectomy, and Laryngectomy.

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    Azeem S. Kaka
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    Winship Cancer Institute At Emory Midtown

    36 Linden Avenue Northeast, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Azeem Kaka is an Otolaryngologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Kaka is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Tongue Cancer, Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma, Laryngeal Cancer, Glossectomy, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Booker H. Dalton
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Digestive Healthcare Of Georgia - Atlanta Suite 4075

    95 Collier Rd NW Ste 4075, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (5.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Booker Dalton is a Gastroenterologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Dalton is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Dalton is currently accepting new patients.

    Randy J. Yanda
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Digestive Healthcare Of Georgia - Atlanta

    3280 Howell Mill Road NW, Suite T-100, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Randy Yanda is a Gastroenterologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Yanda is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Yanda is currently accepting new patients.

    Anthony M. Balistreri
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Dekalb Gastro - United Digestive

    2675 North Decatur Road, 
    Decatur, GA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    29+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anthony Balistreri is a Gastroenterologist in Decatur, Georgia. Dr. Balistreri has been practicing medicine for over 29 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Turcot Syndrome, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gardner Syndrome, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Aisha Harun
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    Emory At Decatur - ENT & Facial Plastic Surgery

    2675 North Decatur Road, Ste707, 
    Decatur, GA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Aisha Harun is an Otolaryngologist in Decatur, Georgia. Dr. Harun is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, Spasmodic Dysphonia, Familial Deafness, and Jones Syndrome.

    Eric D. High
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Dekalb Gastro - United Digestive

    2675 North Decatur Road, 
    Decatur, GA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    29+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Eric High is a Gastroenterologist in Decatur, Georgia. Dr. High has been practicing medicine for over 29 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Esophagitis, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Crohn's Disease, Gastrostomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Sivan M. Ben
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Geriatrics
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Geriatrics

    Emory Clinic Geriatrics

    2675 North Decatur Road, Ste601, 
    Decatur, GA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    16+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hebrew
    Offers Telehealth

    Sivan Ben is a Geriatrics provider in Decatur, Georgia. Dr. Ben has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Lysosomal Acid Lipase Deficiency, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF).

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Emory Clinic At 1365 Clifton Road

    1365 Clifton Road Northeast, BldgB, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    15+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Anand Jain is a Gastroenterologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Jain has been practicing medicine for over 15 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Achalasia, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Steven A. Keilin
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Emory Clinic At 1365 Clifton Road

    1365 Clifton Road Northeast, BldgB, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    25+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Steven Keilin is a Gastroenterologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Keilin has been practicing medicine for over 25 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Achalasia, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Gastroparesis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Field F. Willingham
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Emory Clinic At 1365 Clifton Road

    1365 Clifton Road Northeast, BldgB, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    25+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Field Willingham is a Gastroenterologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Willingham has been practicing medicine for over 25 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Pancreas Divisum, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Kavya Sebastian
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Emory Clinic At 1365 Clifton Road

    1365 Clifton Road Northeast, BldgB, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    20+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kavya Sebastian is a Gastroenterologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Sebastian has been practicing medicine for over 20 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Diarrhea, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Gas Bloat Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Heba N. Iskandar
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Emory Clinic At 1365 Clifton Road

    1365 Clifton Road Northeast, BldgB, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    19+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Offers Telehealth

    Heba Iskandar is a Gastroenterologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Iskandar has been practicing medicine for over 19 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Sonali S. Sakaria
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Emory Clinic At 1365 Clifton Road

    1365 Clifton Road Northeast, BldgB, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    21+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sonali Sakaria is a Gastroenterologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Sakaria has been practicing medicine for over 21 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Gastroparesis, Gallbladder Disease, Hepatitis A, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Briana Lewis
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Ambulatory Surgery Center

    1365 Clifton Road Northeast, BldgB, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    11+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Briana Lewis is a Gastroenterologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Lewis has been practicing medicine for over 11 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).

    Diego Remolina
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing

    Emory Brain Health Center

    12 Executive Park Drive Northeast, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Diego Remolina is a Psychologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Remolina is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Vascular Dementia, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Dementia.

    Hyung S. Oh
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Geriatrics
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Geriatrics

    Budd Terrace

    1833 Clifton Road Northeast, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    14+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Korean

    Hyung Oh is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Oh has been practicing medicine for over 14 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Dementia, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

    Uchenna P. Kalu
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing

    Linduc Medical Clinic

    2680 Lawrenceville Highway, Ste202, 
    Decatur, GA 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    31+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Igbo

    Uchenna Kalu is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Decatur, Georgia. Dr. Kalu has been practicing medicine for over 31 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Stroke, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

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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 Decatur, GA?

    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 Decatur, GA?

    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 Decatur, GA?

    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 Decatur, GA?

    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 Decatur, GA?

    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 Decatur, GA?

    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 Decatur, GA?

    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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