The 20 Best Painful Swallowing Doctors Near Me in Holyoke, MA

Find the Top Painful Swallowing Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 109 doctor with experience in Painful Swallowing near Holyoke, MA. Of these, 88 are Experienced and 21 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    General Surgery

    Keenan Malladi & O'Neill PC

    10 Hospital Dr Ste 106, 
    Holyoke, MA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ramgopal Malladi is a General Surgeon in Holyoke, Massachusetts. Dr. Malladi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Hearing Loss, Nasal Polyps, Infant Hearing Loss, Jones Syndrome, and Balloon Sinuplasty.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    10 Hospital Dr Ste 102, 
    Holyoke, MA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bernard Clifford is a Gastroenterologist in Holyoke, Massachusetts. Dr. Clifford is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

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

    Office

    10 Hospital Dr Ste 102, 
    Holyoke, MA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Weiss is an Internal Medicine provider in Holyoke, Massachusetts. Dr. Weiss is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Choledocholithiasis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

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    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    11 Hospital Dr, 
    Holyoke, MA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mary Norris is a Gastroenterologist in Holyoke, Massachusetts. Dr. Norris is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Hepatitis C, Visceromegaly, Hepatitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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

    Holyoke Medical Center Adult Primary Care (Holyoke)

    2 Hospital Dr Ste 101, 
    Holyoke, MA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lorenver Po is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Holyoke, Massachusetts. Dr. Po is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Hypothyroidism, and Obesity in Children.

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

    Holyoke Medical Center Adult Primary Care (Holyoke)

    2 Hospital Dr Ste 101, 
    Holyoke, MA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kenneth Aquilino is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Holyoke, Massachusetts. Dr. Aquilino is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Primary Lymphoma of the Brain, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and High Cholesterol.

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

    Office

    10 Hospital Dr Ste 308, 
    Holyoke, MA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Glen Bombardier is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Holyoke, Massachusetts. Dr. Bombardier is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Enlarged Prostate (BPH), and Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Holyoke Medical Center Gastroenterology (Holyoke)

    11 Hospital Dr Fl 3, 
    Holyoke, MA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ruby Malik is a Gastroenterologist in Holyoke, Massachusetts. Dr. Malik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Visceromegaly, Gardner Syndrome, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Holyoke Medical Center Gastroenterology (Holyoke)

    11 Hospital Dr Fl 3, 
    Holyoke, MA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bushra Zia is a Gastroenterologist in Holyoke, Massachusetts. Dr. Zia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Jaundice, Hepatic Ischemia, Diarrhea, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, and Gastrostomy.

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

    Holyoke Medical Center Adult Primary Care (Chicopee)

    1962 Memorial Dr, 
    Chicopee, MA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joanna Cichon is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Chicopee, Massachusetts. Dr. Cichon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Bronchiolitis Obliterans, Industrial Bronchitis, High Cholesterol, and Hypertension.

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

    Mwa PC

    444 Montgomery St, 
    Chicopee, MA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alan Burstein is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Chicopee, Massachusetts. Dr. Burstein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Alcoholic Neuropathy, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Mwa PC

    444 Montgomery St, 
    Chicopee, MA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Hirschkorn is a Gastroenterologist in Chicopee, Massachusetts. Dr. Hirschkorn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Colitis, Ulcerative Colitis, and Viral Gastroenteritis.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing

    Office

    200 Hillside Cir, 
    West Springfield, MA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sabina Morissette is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in West Springfield, Massachusetts. Dr. Morissette is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Dementia, Vascular Dementia, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

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

    Baystate Radiology & Imaging-South Hadley

    470 Granby Rd, 
    South Hadley, MA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Smith is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in South Hadley, Massachusetts. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

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

    Baystate Home Health-West Springfield

    30 Capital Dr, 
    West Springfield, MA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Maguire is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in West Springfield, Massachusetts. Dr. Maguire is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Dementia, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, and Cellulitis.

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

    Louis And Clark Drug 1002

    300 Birnie Ave, 
    Springfield, MA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Fanti is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Springfield, Massachusetts. Dr. Fanti is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS), Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Daniel I. Plosky
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    Ear Nose & Throat Surgeons Of Western New England LLC

    100 Wason Ave, Ste 100, 
    Springfield, MA 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    22+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Daniel Plosky is an Otolaryngologist in Springfield, Massachusetts. Dr. Plosky has been practicing medicine for over 22 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands, Salivary Gland Tumors, Renal Oncocytoma, Laryngectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Plosky is currently accepting new patients.

    Robert W. Eppsteiner
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing

    Ear Nose & Throat Surgeons Of Western New England LLC

    100 Wason Ave, Ste 100, 
    Springfield, MA 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Eppsteiner is an Otolaryngologist in Springfield, Massachusetts. Dr. Eppsteiner 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 Autonomic Neuropathy, Hyperventilation, Salivary Gland Tumors, Laryngectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Eppsteiner is currently accepting new patients.

    Lauren A. Busekroos
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing

    Ear Nose & Throat Surgeons Of Western New England LLC

    100 Wason Ave, Ste 100, 
    Springfield, MA 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    16+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Lauren Busekroos is an Otolaryngologist in Springfield, Massachusetts. Dr. Busekroos has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Jones Syndrome, Tinnitus, and Laryngectomy. Dr. Busekroos is currently accepting new patients.

    Jerry M. Schreibstein
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing

    Ear Nose & Throat Surgeons Of Western New England LLC

    100 Wason Ave, Ste 100, 
    Springfield, MA 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    37+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jerry Schreibstein is an Otolaryngologist in Springfield, Massachusetts. Dr. Schreibstein has been practicing medicine for over 37 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Nasal Polyps, Jones Syndrome, Infant Hearing Loss, and DFNB1. Dr. Schreibstein is currently accepting new patients.

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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 Holyoke, MA?

    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 Holyoke, MA?

    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 Holyoke, MA?

    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 Holyoke, MA?

    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 Holyoke, MA?

    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 Holyoke, MA?

    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 Holyoke, MA?

    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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