The 20 Best Painful Swallowing Doctors Near Me in fairdale, KY

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 145 doctor with experience in Painful Swallowing near fairdale, KY. Of these, 102 are Experienced, 30 are Advanced and 13 are Distinguished.

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145 providers found
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Louisville Gastroenterology Associates

    1941 Bishop Lane, Suite 200, 
    Louisville, KY 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Alan Cox is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Louisville, Kentucky. Dr. Cox is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 44 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Cox is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine - 1993 and American Board Of Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology - 1995 . Dr. Cox is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Gastroenterology Health Partners PLLC

    1941 Bishop Ln Ste 200, 
    Louisville, KY 
     (8.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John Horlander is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Louisville, Kentucky. Dr. Horlander 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 Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Barrett Esophagus, Turcot Syndrome, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Horlander is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Office

    1941 Bishop Ln Fl 2, 
    Louisville, KY 
     (8.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Krease is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Louisville, Kentucky. Dr. Krease is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 44 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Crohn's Disease, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Krease is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Family Medicine | Geriatrics
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Family Medicine | Geriatrics

    Louisville-Jefferson County Metro Government

    1000 Neighborhood Pl, 
    Fairdale, KY 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Manuel Brown is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine and Geriatrics in Fairdale, Kentucky. Dr. Brown is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His clinical expertise encompasses Decerebrate Posture, Decorticate Posture, Alzheimer's Disease, and Anemia.

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

    Norton Immediate Care Center-Preston

    7926 Preston Hwy, 
    Louisville, KY 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients

    Rajanbhai Amin is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Louisville, Kentucky. Dr. Amin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 75 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Amin is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Bullitt County Family Practitoners

    170 Dr Arla Way, 
    Shepherdsville, KY 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mohana Arla is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Shepherdsville, Kentucky. Dr. Arla is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 79 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tracheitis, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Endoscopy, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Arla is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Baptist Health Primary Care-Buechel

    2312 Hikes Ln, 
    Louisville, KY 
     (8.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Douglas Marquess is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Louisville, Kentucky. Dr. Marquess is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Infant Hyperglycemia, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Marquess is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Norton Cancer Institute - Downtown

    676 South Floyd Street, 
    Louisville, KY 
     (9.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Paul Tennant is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Louisville, Kentucky. Dr. Tennant is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Laryngeal Cancer, Throat Cancer, Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma, Laryngectomy, and Thyroidectomy. Dr. Tennant is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery, Otolaryngology - 2014. Dr. Tennant is currently accepting new patients.

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

    First Urology PSC

    8442 Dixie Hwy, 
    Louisville, KY 
     (5.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Suresh Nair is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Louisville, Kentucky. Dr. Nair is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 60 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG), and Gastrostomy.

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

    Advanced ENT & Allergy

    6801 Dixie Highway, Caritas Medical Mall, Suite 128, 
    Louisville, KY 
     (5.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Wes Allison is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Louisville, Kentucky. Dr. Allison is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Empyema, Perichondritis, Allergic Rhinitis, and Sinusitis. Dr. Allison is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery, Otolaryngology - 2011. Dr. Allison is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Advanced ENT And Allergy

    6801 Dixie Highway, Suite 128, 
    Louisville, KY 
     (5.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Gregory Abbas is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Louisville, Kentucky. Dr. Abbas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Allergic Rhinitis, Empyema, Sinusitis, and Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder. Dr. Abbas is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery, Otolaryngology - 2001. Dr. Abbas is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Advanced ENT And Allergy

    6801 Dixie Highway, Suite 128, 
    Louisville, KY 
     (5.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Keith Forwith is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Louisville, Kentucky. Dr. Forwith is rated as an Experienced 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 Parathyroid Cancer, Parathyroid Adenoma, Thyroid Nodule, and Hyperparathyroidism. Dr. Forwith is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery, Otolaryngology - 2002. Dr. Forwith is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Norton Community Medical Associates - Audubon

    3101 Poplar Level Road, Suite 101, 
    Louisville, KY 
     (5.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Patricia Hansen is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Louisville, Kentucky. Dr. Hansen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 155 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Endoscopy. Dr. Hansen is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine - 1996.

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

    Norton Community Medical Associates - Audubon

    3101 Poplar Level Road, Suite 101, 
    Louisville, KY 
     (5.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Terrence Donohue is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Louisville, Kentucky. Dr. Donohue is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Adrenal Insufficiency Pediatric, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Donohue is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine - 1984. Dr. Donohue is currently accepting new patients.

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

    UofL Physicians – Anesthesiology

    1850 Bluegrass Ave, 
    Louisville, KY 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Osawaru Omoruyi is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Louisville, Kentucky. Dr. Omoruyi is rated as an Advanced 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 Dementia, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Omoruyi is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Uofl Health-Mary & Elizabeth Hospital

    1850 Bluegrass Ave, 
    Louisville, KY 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Muhammad Babar is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Louisville, Kentucky. Dr. Babar is rated as an Advanced 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 Lung Metastases, Anemia, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Babar is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Ear, Nose, And Throat Associates

    5129 Dixie Highway, Suite 209, 
    Louisville, KY 
     (5.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Brown is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Louisville, Kentucky. Dr. Brown is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 44 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder, Perichondritis, Laryngitis, Tinnitus, and Nerve Decompression. Dr. Brown is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery, Otolaryngology - 2005. Dr. Brown is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Louisville Gastroenterology Associates PLLC

    1169 Eastern Pkwy Ste G58, 
    Louisville, KY 
     (7.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Paul Brown is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Louisville, Kentucky. Dr. Brown is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Crohn's Disease, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Brown is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Community ENT And Allergy

    3 Audubon Plaza Drive, Suite LL2, 
    Louisville, KY 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Joseph Creely is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Louisville, Kentucky. Dr. Creely is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sinusitis, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Tinnitus, and Empyema. Dr. Creely is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery, Otolaryngology - 1997. Dr. Creely is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Norton Gastroenterology Consultants Of Louisville

    3 Audubon Plaza Drive, Suite 530, 
    Louisville, KY 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    William Evans-Iii is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Louisville, Kentucky. Dr. Evans-Iii is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Childhood Pancreatitis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Evans-Iii is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine - 2002 and American Board Of Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology - 2006 . Dr. Evans-Iii is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    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 fairdale, KY?

    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 fairdale, KY?

    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 fairdale, KY?

    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 fairdale, KY?

    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 fairdale, KY?

    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 fairdale, KY?

    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 fairdale, KY?

    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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