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    MediFind found 247 doctor with experience in Painful Swallowing near Stone Mountain, GA. Of these, 207 are Experienced, 36 are Advanced and 4 are Distinguished.

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    247 providers found
      Taylor R. Graves
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing

      Emory At Tucker

      1459 Montreal Rd East, Ste305, 
      Tucker, GA 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Experience:
      37+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Taylor Graves is a Geriatrics provider in Tucker, Georgia. Dr. Graves has been practicing medicine for over 37 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Osteoporosis.

      William C. Partin
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine

      Emory University Orthopaedics & Spine Hospital

      1455 Montreal Rd E, 
      Tucker, GA 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Experience:
      43+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      William Partin is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Tucker, Georgia. Dr. Partin has been practicing medicine for over 43 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

      Izabella Verbitsky
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine

      Emory At Tucker

      1459 Montreal Rd East, Ste305, 
      Tucker, GA 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Experience:
      48+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Russian
      Offers Telehealth

      Izabella Verbitsky is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Tucker, Georgia. Dr. Verbitsky has been practicing medicine for over 48 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypothyroidism.

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

      Sy Med Primary Care

      2926 Mountain Industrial Boulevard, 
      Tucker, GA 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Experience:
      50+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Syamala Erramilli is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Tucker, Georgia. Dr. Erramilli has been practicing medicine for over 50 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

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

      Dekalb Gastro - United Digestive

      2675 North Decatur Road, 
      Decatur, GA 
       (6.6 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.

      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 
       (12.4 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.

      Greg H. Gibson
      Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Piedmont Physicians Gastroenterology Rockdale

      1301 Sigman Road NE, Suite 170, 
      Conyers, GA 
       (13.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Greg H. Gibson, M.D., earned his medical degree from the University of Rochester. He then attended Howard University Hospital where he completed his residency and fellowship. He is board-certified in internal medicine and gastroenterology.Dr. Gibson specializes in gastroenterology and has over 35 years of experience. He has extensive training in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders related to the esophagus, stomach, small intestines, colon, liver, pancreas and biliary system.In his spare time, Dr. Gibson enjoys spending time with his family, traveling and attending sporting events. Before private practice, he was an assistant professor of medicine at Morehouse School of Medicine.Dr. Gibson is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Gibson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

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

      Linduc Medical Clinic

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

      Uchenna Kalu is a Geriatrics provider 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), Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Painful Swallowing.

      Thomas J. Mizell
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine

      Atlanta Center For Medicine

      2801 North Decatur Road, Ste300, 
      Decatur, GA 
       (6.3 miles away)
      Experience:
      32+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Thomas Mizell is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Decatur, Georgia. Dr. Mizell has been practicing medicine for over 32 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Diabetic Nephropathy, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

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

      Dekalb Gastro - United Digestive

      2675 North Decatur Road, 
      Decatur, GA 
       (6.6 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 
       (6.6 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 
       (6.6 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 
       (6.6 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, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF).

      David B. Rausher
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Atlanta Center For Gastroenterology

      2665 North Decatur Road, 
      Decatur, GA 
       (6.6 miles away)
      Experience:
      49+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      David Rausher is a Gastroenterologist in Decatur, Georgia. Dr. Rausher has been practicing medicine for over 49 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Indigestion, Menetrier Disease, and Chronic Erosive Gastritis.

      Nipun B. Patel
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine

      Premier Family Clinic

      3646 Chamblee Tucker Road, SteB, 
      Atlanta, GA 
       (8.8 miles away)
      Experience:
      36+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi

      Nipun Patel is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Patel has been practicing medicine for over 36 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Sitosterolemia, Macroamylasemia, and Oral Herpes.

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

      Budd Terrace

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

      Hyung Oh is a Geriatrics provider 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, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Necrosis.

      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Emory Clinic At 1365 Clifton Road

      1365 Clifton Road Northeast, BldgB, 
      Atlanta, GA 
       (9.0 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 
       (9.0 miles away)
      Experience:
      25+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish

      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 
       (9.0 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 Hereditary Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Pancreas Divisum, 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 
       (9.0 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.

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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 Stone Mountain, 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 Stone Mountain, 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 Stone Mountain, 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 Stone Mountain, 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 Stone Mountain, 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 Stone Mountain, 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 Stone Mountain, 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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