The 20 Best Painful Swallowing Doctors Near Me in Alexandria, LA

Find the Top Painful Swallowing Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 25 doctor with experience in Painful Swallowing near Alexandria, LA. Of these, 16 are Experienced, 8 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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25 providers found
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Joan Walker M.D. LLC

    3311 Prescott Rd Ste 411, 
    Alexandria, LA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Maury Morrison is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Alexandria, Louisiana. Dr. Morrison 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 Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Enlarged Liver, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Nurse Practitioner
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Nurse Practitioner

    Alexandria Gastrointestinal Specialists, LLC

    3311 Prescott Rd Ste 411, 
    Alexandria, LA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jill Vidrine is a Nurse Practitioner practicing medicine in Alexandria, Louisiana. Ms. Vidrine is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), and Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome.

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

    Bruce W Barton M.D. Inc

    201 4th St Ste 3D, 
    Alexandria, LA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bruce Barton is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Alexandria, Louisiana. Dr. Barton is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertension, Anemia, Hypertension, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

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    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    Red River ENT Associates

    221 Windermere Blvd, 
    Alexandria, LA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Joseph Badeaux is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Alexandria, Louisiana. Dr. Badeaux 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 Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Jones Syndrome, Laryngectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Badeaux is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology | General Surgery
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology | General Surgery

    Red River Balloon Sinus Surgery Center, Alexandria, LA

    221 Windermere Blvd, 
    Alexandria, LA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christian Wold is an Otolaryngologist and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Alexandria, Louisiana. Dr. Wold is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 65 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sialadenitis, Thyroid Nodule, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), and Ruptured Eardrum.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    Red River ENT Associates

    221 Windermere Blvd, 
    Alexandria, LA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Daniel Noel is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Alexandria, Louisiana. Dr. Noel 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 Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Otitis, and Enlarged Adenoids. Dr. Noel is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology | Sleep Medicine
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology | Sleep Medicine

    Red River Sinus Center

    221 Windermere Blvd, 
    Alexandria, LA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Renick Webb is an Otolaryngologist and a Sleep Medicine provider practicing medicine in Alexandria, Louisiana. Dr. Webb 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 Vertigo, Infant Hearing Loss, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, and Otitis. Dr. Webb is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Trinity Clinic

    80 Versailles Blvd., Suite A, Suite A, 
    Alexandria, LA 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Heather Guillot is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Alexandria, Louisiana. Dr. Guillot is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Infant Hyperglycemia, Hypothyroidism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Freedman Clinic Of Internal Medicine, LLP

    176 Versailles Blvd, 
    Alexandria, LA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Harishwar Agarwal is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Alexandria, Louisiana. Dr. Agarwal is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Cronkhite-Canada Disease, and Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome.

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

    Teamhealth

    211 4th St, 
    Alexandria, LA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Benjamin Newsom is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Alexandria, Louisiana. Dr. Newsom is rated as an Experienced 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 Sepsis, Stroke, Necrosis, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

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

    Family Medicine Center

    2108 Texas Ave Ste 3080, 
    Alexandria, LA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Peter Milder is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Alexandria, Louisiana. Dr. Milder is rated as an Experienced 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 Sciatica, Scoliosis, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

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

    Lafayette Kidney Care LLC

    201 4th St Ste 5A, 
    Alexandria, LA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ronald Hays is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Alexandria, Louisiana. Dr. Hays 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 Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

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

    North Boulevard

    3425 North Blvd Ste B, 
    Alexandria, LA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alejandro Perez is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Alexandria, Louisiana. Dr. Perez 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 Sitosterolemia, Hypothyroidism, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    Red River Sinus Center

    221 Windermere Blvd, 
    Alexandria, LA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Paul Guillory is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Alexandria, Louisiana. Dr. Guillory is rated as an Experienced 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 Hemifacial Hyperplasia Strabismus, Short Philtrum, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Jones Syndrome, and Myringotomy. Dr. Guillory is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Griffin Family Medical Clinic

    145 Yorktown Dr, 
    Alexandria, LA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amy Griffin is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Alexandria, Louisiana. Dr. Griffin 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 Sitosterolemia, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

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

    Freedman Clinic Of Internal Medicine, LLP

    176 Versailles Blvd, 
    Alexandria, LA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Hong Liu is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Alexandria, Louisiana. Dr. Liu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 37 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

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

    Freedman Clinic Of Internal Medicine, LLP

    176 Versailles Blvd, 
    Alexandria, LA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Renois is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Alexandria, Louisiana. Dr. Renois is rated as an Experienced 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 Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

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

    Freedman Clinic Of Internal Medicine, LLP

    176 Versailles Blvd, 
    Alexandria, LA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Roberto Garcia is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Alexandria, Louisiana. Dr. Garcia is rated as an Experienced 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 Hereditary Pancreatitis, Acute Kidney Failure, Acute Pancreatitis, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Endoscopy. Dr. Garcia is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Freedman Clinic Of Internal Medicine, LLP

    176 Versailles Blvd, 
    Alexandria, LA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Blaine Broussard is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Alexandria, Louisiana. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Broussard 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 Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Beriberi, Familial Hypertension, Hip Replacement, and Colonoscopy.

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

    Trinity Clinic

    2812 Highway 28 East, 
    Pineville, LA 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kenneth Johnson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Pineville, Louisiana. Dr. Johnson 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 Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Nephrosclerosis.

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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 Alexandria, LA?

    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 Alexandria, LA?

    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 Alexandria, LA?

    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 Alexandria, LA?

    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 Alexandria, LA?

    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 Alexandria, LA?

    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 Alexandria, LA?

    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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