The 20 Best Painful Swallowing Doctors Near Me in Salina, KS

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Last Updated: 06/30/2026

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MediFind found 491 doctor with experience in Painful Swallowing near Salina, KS. Of these, 391 are Experienced, 87 are Advanced and 13 are Distinguished.

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491 providers found
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Geriatrics
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Geriatrics
    Referral may be required

    Office

    4600 College Blvd Ste 103, 
    Leawood, KS 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joy Cuezze is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Leawood, Kansas. Dr. Cuezze is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 100 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Parkinson's Disease, Lung Metastases, and Painful Swallowing.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    KU MedWest

    7405 Renner Road, 
    Shawnee, KS 
    Experience:
    20+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Shannon Kraft is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Shawnee, Kansas. She has been practicing medicine for over 20 years. Dr. Kraft is rated as a Distinguished 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 Spasmodic Dysphonia, Laryngeal Nerve Damage, Vocal Cord Dysfunction, Laryngectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Kraft is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery, Plastic Surgery Within The Head And Neck - 2012. Dr. Kraft is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    KU MedWest

    7405 Renner Road, 
    Shawnee, KS 
    Experience:
    37+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    J Garnett is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Shawnee, Kansas. He has been practicing medicine for over 37 years. Dr. Garnett is rated as a Distinguished 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 Spasmodic Dysphonia, Vocal Cord Dysfunction, Laryngeal Nerve Damage, Laryngectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Garnett is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery, Plastic Surgery Within The Head And Neck - 1997. Dr. Garnett is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Plastic Surgery | Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Plastic Surgery | Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    Head And Neck Surgery Of Kansas City

    5370 College Blvd, Ste 100, 
    Overland Park, KS 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Steven Ellis is a Plastic Surgeon and an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Overland Park, Kansas. Dr. Ellis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 40 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Ethmoiditis, Empyema, and Sinusitis. Dr. Ellis is board certified in Otolaryngology. Dr. Ellis is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Mowery Clinic LLC

    737 E Crawford St, 
    Salina, KS 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Paul Johnson is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Salina, Kansas. Dr. Johnson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 70 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Colitis, Esophagitis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Kansas Gastroenterology

    3121 N Webb Rd, Ste 101, 
    Wichita, KS 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, French
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Estephan N. Zayat, MD, is a board-certified, independent gastroenterologist at Ascension Via Christi in Wichita, Kansas. He diagnoses and treats gastrointestinal (GI) diseases and disorders in adults. Dr. Zayat is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 77 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Choledocholithiasis, Crohn's Disease, Bile Duct Obstruction, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Zayat is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Galena Endocrinology And Weight Management

    198 Four States Dr Ste 2, 
    Galena, KS 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Larry Deffenbaugh is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Galena, Kansas. Dr. Deffenbaugh is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Kansas Gastroenterology

    3121 N Webb Rd, Ste 101, 
    Wichita, KS 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael W. Lievens, MD, is a board-certified, independent gastroenterologist at Ascension Via Christi in Wichita, Kansas. He diagnoses and treats gastrointestinal (GI) diseases and disorders in adults. Dr. Lievens 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 Crohn's Disease, Autoimmune Hepatitis, Enlarged Liver, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Lievens is board certified in The American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology. Dr. Lievens is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Westglen Gi Consultants

    7230 Renner Rd, 
    Shawnee, KS 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ervin Eaker is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Shawnee, Kansas. Dr. Eaker 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 Gastritis, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    Topeka Ear Nose And Throat

    920 SW Lane St Ste 200, 
    Topeka, KS 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Franklin is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Topeka, Kansas. Dr. Franklin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 45 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Sinusitis, Empyema, and Infant Hearing Loss.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Hutchinson Clinic P.A. Inc.

    2101 N Waldron St, 
    Hutchinson, KS 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Green is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Hutchinson, Kansas. Dr. Green is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 41 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Diarrhea, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Holistic Medicine
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Holistic Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Ps127 & Jn434 LLC

    2655 SW Wanamaker Rd Ste H, 
    Topeka, KS 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Timothy Heston is a primary care provider, practicing in Holistic Medicine in Topeka, Kansas. Mr. Heston is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, Painful Swallowing, and Swallowing Difficulty.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Westglen Gi Consultants

    7230 Renner Rd, 
    Shawnee, KS 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Thompson is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Shawnee, Kansas. Dr. Thompson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 32 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Diverticular Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Lawrence GI Consultants

    1112 W 6th St Ste 215, 
    Lawrence, KS 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Charles Brooks is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Lawrence, Kansas. Dr. Brooks is rated as a Distinguished 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 Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Colitis, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine

    MDVIP - Lawrence, KS

    1112 W 6th St Ste 214, 
    Lawrence, KS 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Molly Imber is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lawrence, Kansas. Dr. Imber is rated as an Advanced 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 Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Thyroid Storm, and Psoriatic Arthritis.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Family Medicine

    Greenwood County Hospital

    100 W 16th St, 
    Eureka, KS 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Basham is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Eureka, Kansas. Dr. Basham is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, and Nephrosclerosis.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Family Medicine

    Ottawa Family Physicians Chartered

    1418 S Main St Ste 5, 
    Ottawa, KS 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Nichols is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Ottawa, Kansas. Dr. Nichols is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 38 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tracheitis, Osteoarthritis, Painful Swallowing, Hip Replacement, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Geriatrics
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Geriatrics
    Referral may be required

    Khan Noohani MD PA

    1323 N A St, 
    Wellington, KS 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tamara Mccue is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Wellington, Kansas. Dr. Mccue is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 61 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Dementia.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Plastic Surgery | Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Plastic Surgery | Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    Head And Neck Surgery Of Kansas City

    5370 College Blvd, Ste 100, 
    Overland Park, KS 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Robert Thompson is a Plastic Surgeon and an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Overland Park, Kansas. Dr. Thompson is rated as an Experienced 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 Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Familial Isolated Hyperparathyroidism, Osteitis Fibrosa, Neonatal Severe Hyperparathyroidism, and Myringotomy. Dr. Thompson is board certified in Otolaryngology. Dr. Thompson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Physician Assistant | Plastic Surgery | Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Physician Assistant | Plastic Surgery | Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    Head And Neck Surgery Of Kansas City

    5370 College Blvd, Ste 100, 
    Overland Park, KS 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Price is a Physician Assistant and a Plastic Surgeon practicing medicine in Overland Park, Kansas. Price, PA 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 Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Otitis, Infant Hearing Loss, and Vertigo.

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    Last Updated: 06/30/2026

    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 Salina, KS?

    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 Salina, KS?

    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 Salina, KS?

    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 Salina, KS?

    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 Salina, KS?

    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 Salina, KS?

    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 Salina, KS?

    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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