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

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 544 doctor with experience in Painful Swallowing near Newton, MA. Of these, 446 are Experienced, 92 are Advanced and 6 are Distinguished.

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    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology

    Brigham And Womens Physicians Organization Inc

    850 Boylston St, 
    Chestnut Hill, MA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jaime Oviedo is a Hepatologist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. Dr. Oviedo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Barrett Esophagus, and Chronic Erosive Gastritis. Dr. Oviedo is board certified in Gastroenterology and Obesity Medicine.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology

    Brigham And Women's Crohn's And Colitis Center

    850 Boylston Street, Suite 201 Mass General Brigham Healthcare Center, 
    Chestnut Hill, MA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marvin Ryou is a Hepatologist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. Dr. Ryou is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Esophageal Varices, Portal Hypertension, Bile Duct Obstruction, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Ryou is board certified in Gastroenterology.

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

    Needham Gastroenterology Associates, PC

    464 Hillside Avenue, Suite 201, 
    Needham, MA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Steven Cohen is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Needham, Massachusetts. Dr. Cohen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Cohen is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

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

    Needham Gastroenterology Associates, PC

    464 Hillside Avenue, Suite 201, 
    Needham, MA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephen Rotman is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Needham, Massachusetts. Dr. Rotman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Rotman is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

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

    Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital - Needham

    148 Chestnut Street, 
    Needham, MA 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Matthew Sullivan is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Needham, Massachusetts. Dr. Sullivan is rated as an Advanced 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 Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Enlarged Liver, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Sullivan is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

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

    Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    One Brookline Place, Suite 230, 
    Brookline, MA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Suzanne Salamon is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Brookline, Massachusetts. Dr. Salamon is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Meige Disease, Primary Intestinal Lymphangiectasia, and Heart Failure. Dr. Salamon is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    Otolaryngology, Head And Neck Surgery

    330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro Ground Entrance 98 Binney Street, 
    Boston, MA 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Pavan Mallur is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Mallur is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spasmodic Dysphonia, Vocal Cord Dysfunction, Swallowing Difficulty, Laryngectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Mallur is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    General Surgery

    Boston ENT Associates, P.C.

    560 Hillside Avenue, Suite H, 
    Needham, MA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Rebecca Stone is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Needham, Massachusetts. Dr. Stone is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sialadenitis, Jones Syndrome, DFNB1, and Infant Hearing Loss. Dr. Stone is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    General Surgery

    Boston ENT Associates, P.C.

    560 Hillside Avenue, Suite H, 
    Needham, MA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Innis is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Needham, Massachusetts. Dr. Innis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Jones Syndrome, Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, and Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP). Dr. Innis is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    General Surgery

    Boston ENT Associates, P.C.

    560 Hillside Avenue, Suite H, 
    Needham, MA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joshua Kessler is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Needham, Massachusetts. Dr. Kessler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hearing Loss, Infant Hearing Loss, Low Nasal Bridge, and Nasal Septal Hematoma. Dr. Kessler is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    General Surgery

    Boston ENT Associates, P.C.

    560 Hillside Avenue, Suite H, 
    Needham, MA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mariah Samara is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Needham, Massachusetts. Dr. Samara is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Infant Hearing Loss, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), DFNB1, and Jones Syndrome. Dr. Samara is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology

    Brigham And Women's Crohn's And Colitis Center

    850 Boylston Street, Suite 201 Mass General Brigham Healthcare Center, 
    Chestnut Hill, MA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Christopher C. Thompson is the Director of Endoscopy at Brigham and Women’s Hospital (BWH), Co-director of the Center for Weight Management and Wellness, and Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School.  He is also the Advanced Endoscopy Fellowship Program Director and clinical faculty at Boston Children’s Hospital and the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.  Dr. Thompson’s clinical interests include endoscopic surgery applied to foregut conditions, with a focus on endoscopic treatment of obesity, GERD, Zenker’s diverticula, achalasia, gastroparesis,  postsurgical complications, and pancreatobiliary disease.  He spends the majority of his time performing these advanced endoscopic procedures and also cares for these patients in the ambulatory setting.  The remainder of his time is devoted to research in endoscopic surgery, with a focus on device development, clinical outcomes, and endoscopic education. His research has resulted in numerous patents, development of new endoscopic procedures, and over 300 publications.  He was awarded the Brigham and Women’s Physician Organization Clinical Innovation Award in 2007 for developing and performing the first endoscopic suturing procedure to treat obesity.  He also invented anastomosis technology, which has been shown to treat type 2 diabetes effectively in early clinical trials.  He was responsible for much of the early work in Bariatric Endoscopy, having been called the founding father of the field, and edited the first textbook and video atlas on the subject.  Some of his other important clinical innovations include the development of new endoscopic techniques for treating pancreatic necrosis, gastric outlet obstruction, sleeve gastrectomy stenosis, pancreaticojejunal anastomotic strictures, and postsurgical complications.  He also developed an endoscopic part-task simulator used by many fellowship programs (the TEST box).These accomplishments have led to a broad clinical referral base, and to national and international invitations for lectureships and live case demonstrations, including the American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) Blackwell Lectureship, ACG American Journal of Gastroenterology Lecture, American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) Presidential Plenary Lecture, American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE) J Edward Berk Presidential Plenary Lecture, ACG Edgar Achkar Visiting Professorship, all post-graduate education courses for the major US gastroenterology and surgical societies, and numerous respected courses throughout Europe, Asia, and South America.  He has also mentored more than 20 fellows, many of whom have gone on to thrive in prestigious academic institutions, and he established the first Fellowship in Bariatric Endoscopy. Dr. Thompson 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 Obesity, Esophageal Varices, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Endoscopy, and Gastric Bypass.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology

    Brigham And Women's Crohn's And Colitis Center

    850 Boylston Street, Suite 201 Mass General Brigham Healthcare Center, 
    Chestnut Hill, MA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ramona Lim is a Hepatologist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. Dr. Lim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), DICER1 Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Lim is board certified in Gastroenterology.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology

    Brigham And Women's Crohn's And Colitis Center

    850 Boylston Street, Suite 201 Mass General Brigham Healthcare Center, 
    Chestnut Hill, MA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Molly Perencevich is a Hepatologist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. Dr. Perencevich is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cronkhite-Canada Disease, Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome, Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Perencevich is board certified in Gastroenterology.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology

    Brigham And Women's Fish Center For Women's Health

    850 Boylston Street, Suite 402 Mass General Brigham Healthcare Center, 
    Chestnut Hill, MA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Anne Liu is a Hepatologist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. Dr. Liu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cronkhite-Canada Disease, Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Liu is board certified in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology.

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

    Atrius Health, Inc.

    291 Independence Drive, 
    Chestnut Hill, MA 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Harry Ward is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. Dr. Ward is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Myeloma, Cor Pulmonale, Pulmonary Embolism, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Ward is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology

    Brigham And Women's Faulkner Hospital, Gastroenterology Associates

    1153 Centre Street, Suite 4G, 
    Jamaica Plain, MA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Muthoka Mutinga is a Hepatologist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts. Dr. Mutinga is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Crohn's Disease, Hepatitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Mutinga is board certified in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology

    Brigham And Women's Faulkner Hospital, Gastroenterology Associates

    1153 Centre Street, Suite 4G, 
    Jamaica Plain, MA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ewa Preneta is a Hepatologist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts. Dr. Preneta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hemorrhoids, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Preneta is board certified in Gastroenterology.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    Brigham And Women's Faulkner Hospital, Otolaryngology Clinic

    1153 Centre Street, Suite 2A, 
    Jamaica Plain, MA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Anthony A. Prince is an otolaryngologist at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. He is also an instructor in otology and laryngology at Harvard Medical School.Dr. Prince earned his medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine and completed a head and neck otolaryngology surgery residency at Mount Sinai Medical Center. He is board certified in otolaryngology. His clinical interests include general otolaryngology, hearing loss, laryngeal and voice disorders, parathyroid disease, thyroid gland surgery, parotid disease and surgery, salivary gland disorder, pediatric otolaryngology, sinonasal disorders, swallowing disorders and endoscopic sinus surgery. Dr. Prince 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 Low Nasal Bridge, Nasal Septal Hematoma, Palatopharyngeal Incompetence, Perichondritis, and Septoplasty. Dr. Prince is board certified in Otolaryngology-Head And Neck Surgery.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology

    Brigham And Womens Physicians Organization Inc

    1153 Centre St, 
    Jamaica Plain, MA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Benjamin Smith is a Hepatologist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts. Dr. Smith 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 Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Smith is board certified in Gastroenterology.

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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 Newton, 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 Newton, 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 Newton, 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 Newton, 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 Newton, 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 Newton, 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 Newton, 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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