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    MediFind found 129 doctor with experience in Painful Swallowing near Kennesaw, GA. Of these, 92 are Experienced, 31 are Advanced and 6 are Distinguished.

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      Joseph Boecker
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Family Medicine

      Piedmont Physicians Of Kennesaw

      187 Chastain Rd Suite 200, 
      Kennesaw, GA 
       (1.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Boecker received his undergraduate degree from Bloomfield College in Bloomfield, New Jersey, and earned his medical degree from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in Pennsylvania. He completed his internship in osteopathic medicine at Doctor's Hospital, which is now known as Northlake Hospital in Tucker, Georgia. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians Group, Dr. Boecker was in private practice in Acworth. He has practiced in the Acworth area for over two decades. Dr. Boecker is board certified in family practice, he is a member of the American Osteopathic Association, Medical Association of Georgia, American College of Osteopathic Family Practitioners and the Cobb County Medical Society. Dr. Boecker is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Boecker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Sinusitis.

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

      Wellstar Medical Group LLC

      5150 Stilesboro N W Rd, Suite 220, 
      Kennesaw, GA 
       (5.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Tami Breton is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Kennesaw, Georgia. Dr. Breton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Type 1. Dr. Breton is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Wellstar Medical Group LLC

      5150 Stilesboro N W Rd, Suite 220, 
      Kennesaw, GA 
       (5.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Ryan Cantwell is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Kennesaw, Georgia. Dr. Cantwell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension. Dr. Cantwell is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Wellstar Medical Group LLC

      5150 Stilesboro N W Rd, Suite 220, 
      Kennesaw, GA 
       (5.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Roderick Rhyant is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Kennesaw, Georgia. Dr. Rhyant is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Rhyant is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology

      Wellstar Medical Group LLC

      677 Church St Ne, Suite 100p, 
      Marietta, GA 
       (5.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Michael Vick is an Otolaryngologist in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Vick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Nasal Septal Hematoma, Low Nasal Bridge, Perichondritis, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Vick is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology

      Wellstar Medical Group LLC

      Marietta, GA 
       (7.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Sally Revell is an Otolaryngologist in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Revell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Thyroid Nodule, Chronic Cough, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), and Laryngeal Nerve Damage. Dr. Revell is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Gastrointestinal Specialist Of Georgia

      4900 Ivey Rd Nw, Suite 1205, 
      Acworth, GA 
       (4.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Madhuri Meka is a Gastroenterologist in Acworth, Georgia. Dr. Meka is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Intestinal Cancer, Diarrhea, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology
      Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology

      Wellstar Medical Group LLC

      5150 Stilesboro N W Rd, Suite 220, 
      Kennesaw, GA 
       (5.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Gregory Postma is an Otolaryngologist in Kennesaw, Georgia. Dr. Postma is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Swallowing Difficulty, Laryngitis, Painful Swallowing, Laryngectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Postma is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Aga Professional Services LLC

      488 Kennesaw Ave Nw, Suite 200, 
      Marietta, GA 
       (5.2 miles away)
      Experience:
      29+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic

      Muhamad Obideen is a Gastroenterologist in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Obideen has been practicing medicine for over 29 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

      Meenakshi H. Kakarala
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine

      MDVIP Marietta

      790 Church Street NE, 
      Marietta, GA 
       (5.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Kakarala earned her bachelor's degree cum laude, from Washington University in Saint Louis, double majoring in biology and anthropology. She earned her medical degree from the University of South Florida where she graduated in the top third of her class. Dr. Kakarala completed her residency at Rush Presbyterian Hospital in Chicago, Illinois, and Maricopa Medical Center in Phoenix, Arizona. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians Group, Dr. Kakarala was in practice at Melbourne Internal Medicine Associates in Florida where she earned the Member Satisfaction with Primary Care Physicians award two years in a row. This award is determined by patient satisfaction surveys and is given to the top ten percent of primary care physicians in the Health First network. She has done research on various projects at Washington University in Saint Louis, Missouri; Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland; University of Central Florida in Orlando, Florida, and the University of Vienna in Vienna, Austria. Dr. Kakarala believes that establishing personal relationships with her patients is important and enjoys the continuous learning opportunities that practicing modern medicine provides. In her spare time, Dr. Kakarala enjoys spending time with her husband and three children, cooking, yoga and tennis. Dr. Kakarala is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Kakarala is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Hypothyroidism.

      Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Gastrointestinal Specialist Of Georgia

      711 Canton Rd Ne, Suite 300, 
      Marietta, GA 
       (5.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Subodh Lal is a Gastroenterologist in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Lal is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

      Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Gastrointestinal Specialist Of Georgia

      711 Canton Rd, Suite 300, 
      Marietta, GA 
       (5.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Jeffrey Kim is a Gastroenterologist in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Kim is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      711 Canton Rd Ne Ste 300, 
      Marietta, GA 
       (5.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Ross Kommor is a Gastroenterologist in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Kommor is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Colitis, Painful Swallowing, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Gastrointestinal Specialist Of Georgia

      711 Canton Rd, Suite 300, 
      Marietta, GA 
       (5.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Judy Oh is a Gastroenterologist in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Oh is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

      Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Gastrointestinal Specialist Of Georgia

      711 Canton Rd, Suite 300, 
      Marietta, GA 
       (5.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Sohail Asfandiyar is a Gastroenterologist in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Asfandiyar is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Macroamylasemia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Painful Swallowing, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

      Yacoba Hudson
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Family Medicine

      Piedmont Physicians Of Towne Lake Primary Care

      970 Woodstock Parkway, Suite 100, 
      Woodstock, GA 
       (7.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Yacoba Hudson, M.D. is board certified in family medicine. Dr. Hudson graduated magna cum laude from William Smith College with a Bachelors of Science in Biology. She received her medical degree from Howard University in Washington DC and went on to complete her residency at the Medical Center of Delaware. Dr. Hudson has worked as a clinical preceptor, where she supervised family medicine residents. She has also acted as a medical student mentor for the Oceania University of Medicine in Apia, Samoa. Dr. Hudson is a member of the Phi Beta Kappa honor society. She is also an active member of the American Academy of Family Practice and the Georgia Academy of Family Physicians. Dr. Hudson is accepting new patients, and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Hudson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Folate Deficiency, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, and Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency.

      Richard L. Griffith
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine

      Piedmont Physicians MDVIP Marietta

      790 Church Street Northeast, Suite 250, 
      Marietta, GA 
       (7.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Dr. Griffith earned a bachelor of science in biology from The College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia. He received his medical degree and Ph.D. from the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, where he was elected to Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. He completed his internship and residency at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, Virginia. Dr. Griffith is board certified in internal medicine and has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians Group, Dr. Griffith was in private practice at Adult Medicine of Marietta. He is a member of the American Medical Association, Society for Innovative Medical Practice Design, American College of Physicians and the Cobb County Medical Society. Dr. Griffith is married and has two children. Dr. Griffith is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Griffith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Folate Deficiency, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, and Subacute Combined Degeneration.

      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Kaiser Permanente Townpark Comprehensive Medical Center

      750 Townpark Lane NW, 
      Kennesaw, GA 
       (1.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Bradley Mathers is a Gastroenterologist in Kennesaw, Georgia. Dr. Mathers is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Primary Biliary Cholangitis, Reynolds Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Mathers is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Wellstar Medical Group LLC

      5150 Stilesboro N W Rd, Suite 220, 
      Kennesaw, GA 
       (5.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      John Coggins is a Gastroenterologist in Kennesaw, Georgia. Dr. Coggins is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Lower Esophageal Ring, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Wellstar Medical Group LLC

      5150 Stilesboro N W Rd, Suite 220, 
      Kennesaw, GA 
       (5.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Asra Batool is a Gastroenterologist in Kennesaw, Georgia. Dr. Batool is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Gastroparesis, Heartburn, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

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      Last Updated: 01/09/2026

      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 Kennesaw, 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 Kennesaw, 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 Kennesaw, 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 Kennesaw, 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 Kennesaw, 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 Kennesaw, 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 Kennesaw, 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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