The 20 Best Painful Swallowing Doctors Near Me in Barrington, IL

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 238 doctor with experience in Painful Swallowing near Barrington, IL. Of these, 183 are Experienced, 49 are Advanced and 6 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    GI Partners Of Illinois, LLC

    22285 N Pepper Rd, 
    Lake Barrington, IL 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati 

    Amit Shah is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Lake Barrington, Illinois. Dr. Shah is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 68 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Barrett Esophagus, Hiatal Hernia, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Shah is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    GI Partners Of Illinois, LLC

    22285 N Pepper Rd, 
    Lake Barrington, IL 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dale Coy is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Lake Barrington, Illinois. Dr. Coy is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 62 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Coy is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    The Illinois Center For Digestive And Liver Health

    200 Fox Glen Ct, 
    Barrington, IL 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Offers Telehealth

    George Atia is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Barrington, Illinois. Dr. Atia is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 80 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Colitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Atia is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology.

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    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    GI Partners Of Illinois, LLC

    22285 N Pepper Rd, 
    Lake Barrington, IL 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brant Lutsi is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Lake Barrington, Illinois. Dr. Lutsi is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 56 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Lutsi is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    GI Partners Of Illinois, LLC

    22285 N Pepper Rd, 
    Lake Barrington, IL 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Manish Bhuva is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Lake Barrington, Illinois. Dr. Bhuva 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 Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Bhuva is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    GI Partners Of Illinois, LLC

    22285 N Pepper Rd, 
    Lake Barrington, IL 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Chad Spangler is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Lake Barrington, Illinois. Dr. Spangler is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 61 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Macroamylasemia, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Spangler is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    GI Partners Of Illinois, LLC

    22285 N Pepper Rd, 
    Lake Barrington, IL 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nicole Gentile is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Lake Barrington, Illinois. Dr. Gentile is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 49 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Diarrhea, Colitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Gentile is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    GI Partners Of Illinois, LLC

    22285 N Pepper Rd, 
    Lake Barrington, IL 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dafna Gordon is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Lake Barrington, Illinois. Dr. Gordon is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Diverticular Disease, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Gordon is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    Midwest ENT Alliance, PLLC

    27790 W Highway 22, 
    Barrington, IL 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gary Livingston is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Barrington, Illinois. Dr. Livingston 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 Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Hyperparathyroidism, Throat Cancer, Thyroidectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Livingston is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    Midwest ENT Alliance, PLLC

    27790 W Highway 22, 
    Barrington, IL 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jason Cundiff is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Barrington, Illinois. Dr. Cundiff is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholesteatoma, Infant Hearing Loss, Thyroid Nodule, Gastrostomy, and Balloon Sinuplasty. Dr. Cundiff is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    The Illinois Center For Digestive And Liver Health

    200 Fox Glen Ct, 
    Barrington, IL 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Vivek Mehta is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Barrington, Illinois. Dr. Mehta is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 58 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Esophagitis, Childhood Pancreatitis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Mehta is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    The Illinois Center For Digestive And Liver Health

    200 Fox Glen Ct, 
    Barrington, IL 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Stacey Mckelvey is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Barrington, Illinois. Dr. Mckelvey is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Indigestion, Diarrhea, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Mckelvey is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Advocate Medical Group Gastroenterology

    825 S Milwaukee Ave, 
    Libertyville, IL 
     (12.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Mazulis is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Libertyville, Illinois. Dr. Mazulis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sclerosing Mesenteritis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Mazulis is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    GI Partners Of Illinois, LLC

    22285 N Pepper Rd, 
    Lake Barrington, IL 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nistha Rawal is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Lake Barrington, Illinois. Dr. Rawal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hemorrhoids, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Diverticular Disease, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Rawal is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    The Illinois Center For Digestive And Liver Health

    22285 N Pepper Rd, 
    Lake Barrington, IL 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ruchi Patel is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Lake Barrington, Illinois. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hemorrhoids, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Intestinal Cancer, Portal Hypertension, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Patel is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    Midwest ENT Alliance, PLLC

    27790 W Highway 22, 
    Barrington, IL 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Timothy Hughes is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Barrington, Illinois. Dr. Hughes 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 Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Jones Syndrome, Ruptured Eardrum, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Hughes is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    The Illinois Center For Digestive And Liver Health

    200 Fox Glen Ct, 
    Barrington, IL 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bhairvi Jani is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Barrington, Illinois. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Jani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Heartburn, Gastritis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Jani is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    Suburban Ear, Nose & Throat Assoc., Ltd.

    5999 New Wilke Rd., Building 1, 
    Rolling Meadows, IL 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    George Smyrniotis is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Rolling Meadows, Illinois. Dr. Smyrniotis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thyroid Nodule, Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder, Vertigo, Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss, and Myringotomy. Dr. Smyrniotis is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine

    GI Partners Of Illinois, LLC

    Libertyville, IL 
     (13.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Offers Telehealth

    Tarek Almouradi is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Libertyville, Illinois. Dr. Almouradi is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 76 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Watermelon Stomach, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Almouradi is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology.

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

    O Bartolomeo, MD, SC

    120 N Northwest Hwy, 
    Barrington, IL 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Italian
    Offers Telehealth

    Orazio Bartolomeo is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Barrington, Illinois. Dr. Bartolomeo 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 Sitosterolemia, Rabson-Mendenhall Syndrome, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension. Dr. Bartolomeo is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine.

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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 Barrington, IL?

    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 Barrington, IL?

    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 Barrington, IL?

    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 Barrington, IL?

    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 Barrington, IL?

    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 Barrington, IL?

    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 Barrington, IL?

    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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