The 20 Best Painful Swallowing Doctors Near Me in Kentucky, US

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The 20 Best Painful Swallowing Doctors in Kentucky, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 630 doctor with experience in Painful Swallowing near Kentucky, US. Of these, 490 are Experienced, 108 are Advanced and 32 are Distinguished.

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    Lingaiah Chandrashekar
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Mercy Health — Paducah Gastroenterology

    225 Medical Center Drive, Suite 308, 
    Paducah, KY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Lingaiah Chandrashekar is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist in Paducah, Kentucky. Dr. Chandrashekar is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Colitis, Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, and Endoscopy. Dr. Chandrashekar is currently accepting new patients.

    Matthew S. Miller
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group - Gastroenterology - Lexington, KY (Suite 202)

    160 N Eagle Creek Drive, Suite 202, 
    Lexington, KY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Clinical Interest: Cirrhosis. Dr. Miller is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Ross E. Jones
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology

    Mercy Health — Paducah Gastroenterology

    225 Medical Center Drive, Suite 308, 
    Paducah, KY 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ross Jones is a Hepatologist and a Gastroenterologist in Paducah, Kentucky. Dr. Jones has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Acute Pancreatitis, Choledocholithiasis, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Endoscopy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Jones is currently accepting new patients.

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    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    1780 Nicholasville Rd Ste 202, 
    Lexington, KY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Adalberto Castellanos is a Gastroenterologist in Lexington, Kentucky. Dr. Castellanos is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Lower Esophageal Ring, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Highlands ARH Regional Medical Center

    5000 Ky Route 321, 
    Prestonsburg, KY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bahram Forouzandeh is a Gastroenterologist in Prestonsburg, Kentucky. Dr. Forouzandeh is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Esophagitis, Esophageal Varices, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Kevin A Moreman MD PSC

    2406 Ring Rd, 
    Elizabethtown, KY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Syedkashif Haider is a Gastroenterologist in Elizabethtown, Kentucky. Dr. Haider is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Baptist Health Deaconess Madisonville Inc.

    900 Hospital Dr, 
    Madisonville, KY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Dacosta is a Gastroenterologist in Madisonville, Kentucky. Dr. Dacosta is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Benign Esophageal Stricture, Lower Esophageal Ring, Painful Swallowing, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Bluegrass Gastroenterology PSC

    225 Medical Center Dr Ste 307, 
    Paducah, KY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Pamela Reed is a Gastroenterologist in Paducah, Kentucky. Dr. Reed is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    2605 Kentucky Ave Ste 202, 
    Paducah, KY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Timothy Shiben is a Gastroenterologist in Paducah, Kentucky. Dr. Shiben 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 Gastrostomy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Landmark Digestive Health PSC

    3112 Fairview Dr, 
    Owensboro, KY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Miguel Lalama is a Gastroenterologist in Owensboro, Kentucky. Dr. Lalama is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Childhood Volvulus, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Gastroenterology-Florence-St. Elizabeth Physicians

    4900 Houston Rd, 
    Florence, KY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Chike Anusionwu is a Gastroenterologist in Florence, Kentucky. Dr. Anusionwu is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Colitis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

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

    Pikeville Medical Center Inc

    911 Bypass Rd, 
    Pikeville, KY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Philip Leipprandt is an Internal Medicine provider in Pikeville, Kentucky. Dr. Leipprandt is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Portal Hypertension, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Childhood Volvulus, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Vanderbilt Eye Institute Graves Gilbert

    484 Golden Autumn Way Ste 201, 
    Bowling Green, KY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Avinash Aravantagi is a Gastroenterologist in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Dr. Aravantagi is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Menetrier Disease, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Gastro East Physicians PLLC

    3950 Kresge Way Ste 207, 
    Louisville, KY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brian Dobozi is a Gastroenterologist in Louisville, Kentucky. Dr. Dobozi is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Centerpoint Gastroenterology & Hepatology-Georgetown

    1138 Lexington Rd Ste 230A, 
    Georgetown, KY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Justin Case is a Gastroenterologist in Georgetown, Kentucky. Dr. Case is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Colitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Nagy H. Morsi, M.D.

    1701 Ashley Cir Ste 100, 
    Bowling Green, KY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nagy Morsi is a Gastroenterologist in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Dr. Morsi is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Diarrhea, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    3920 Dutchmans Ln Ste 300, 
    Louisville, KY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Frederick Hardin is a Gastroenterologist in Louisville, Kentucky. Dr. Hardin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Heartburn, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Dennis G Shoff MD PSC

    1310 Woodland Dr, 
    Elizabethtown, KY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kevin Moreman is a Gastroenterologist in Elizabethtown, Kentucky. Dr. Moreman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Baptist Health Medical Group-Richmond Gastroentero

    789 Eastern Byp Ste 14, 
    Richmond, KY 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jagannath Sherigar is a Gastroenterologist in Richmond, Kentucky. Dr. Sherigar is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Intestinal Cancer, Hiatal Hernia, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    908 Memorial Ct, 
    Elizabethtown, KY 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Laura Buchanan is a Gastroenterologist in Elizabethtown, Kentucky. Dr. Buchanan has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

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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 in Kentucky, US?

    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 in Kentucky, US?

    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 in Kentucky, US?

    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 in Kentucky, US?

    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 in Kentucky, US?

    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 in Kentucky, US?

    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 in Kentucky, US?

    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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