The 20 Best Painful Swallowing Doctors Near Me in Silver Spring, MD

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The 20 Best Painful Swallowing Doctors near Silver Spring, MD

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 375 doctor with experience in Painful Swallowing near Silver Spring, MD. Of these, 309 are Experienced and 66 are Advanced.

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    Naveen K. Gupta
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Ajay Bakhshi MD LLC

    9406 Old Georgetown Road, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Naveen Gupta is a Gastroenterologist in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Gupta is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Metropolitan Gastroenterology Group

    Chevy Chase, MD 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati 
    Offers Telehealth

    Amy Shah is a Gastroenterologist in Chevy Chase, Maryland. Dr. Shah is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Capital Digestive Care & Metropolitan Gastroenterology Group

    5550 Friendship Boulevard, Suite T90, Suite T90, 
    Chevy Chase, MD 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Mohammed Ali is a Gastroenterologist in Chevy Chase, Maryland. Dr. Ali is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Thrombectomy, and Endoscopy.

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    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Capital Digestive Care & Metropolitan Gastroenterology Group

    Chevy Chase, MD 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Steven Zeddun is a Gastroenterologist in Chevy Chase, Maryland. Dr. Zeddun is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Achalasia, Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Capital Digestive Care & Metropolitan Gastroenterology Group

    5550 Friendship Boulevard, Suite T90, Suite T90, 
    Chevy Chase, MD 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Samuel Kallus is a Gastroenterologist in Chevy Chase, Maryland. Dr. Kallus is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Eosinophilic Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

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

    Ulnacs Medical Care PC

    3331 Toledo Ter Ste 108, 
    Hyattsville, MD 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Godswill Okoji is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Hyattsville, Maryland. Dr. Okoji is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Gastrostomy.

    Maria I. Villanueva
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing

    Suburban Hospital

    Bethesda, MD 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino

    Maria Villanueva is a Geriatrics provider in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Villanueva is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Sepsis, Dehydration, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Capital Digestive Care A Division Of Washington Gastroenterology

    Washington, DC 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Julio Salcedo is a Gastroenterologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Salcedo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Ajay Bakhshi MD LLC

    9406 Old Georgetown Road, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ajay Bakhshi is a Gastroenterologist in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Bakhshi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Cronkhite-Canada Disease, Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Capital Digestive Care LLC

    5550 Friendship Boulevard, Suite T90, Suite T90, 
    Chevy Chase, MD 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Kathryn E. Kirk is a gastroenterologist affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital, George Washington University Hospital, Washington Hospital Center and the University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center. She practices out of Capital Digestive Care’s Metropolitan Gastroenterology Group in Washington, D.C., Chevy Chase, Md. and Bethesda, Md. Dr. Kirk has an expertise in gastroesophageal reflux disease, colorectal cancer screening and irritable bowel syndrome. She has special interests in colon cancer screening and prevention, celiac disease and eosinophilic esophagitis. Dr. Kirk earned her undergraduate degree from Princeton University and her medical degree from Weill Medical College of Cornell University. She completed a residency in internal medicine at Beth Israel Medical Center, followed by fellowships in hepatology and gastroenterology at Mount Sinai Hospital. Dr. Kirk is a member of the American College of Gastroenterology, the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America and the American Gastroenterological Association. Dr. Kirk has been consistently recognized as a Top Doctor by Washingtonian magazine. Dr. Kirk is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), and Eosinophilic Colitis.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    Feldman ENT Group

    Chevy Chase, MD 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Dr. Jerome S. Schwartz is an otolaryngologist affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital, Washington Hospital Center, Children’s National Medical Center and Georgetown University Hospital. He practices out of Feldman ENT Group in Chevy Chase, Md. and Germantown, Md. Dr. Schwartz has an expertise in laryngology, voice and swallowing disorders, pediatric otolaryngology and sinonasal disorders. Dr. Schwartz earned his medical degree from George Washington University School of Medicine. He completed a residency in otolaryngology, head and neck surgery at the State University of New York Downstate Medical Center. Dr. Schwartz completed advanced training in laryngology/neurolaryngology and voice and swallowing disorders at St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Hospital Center. Dr. Schwartz is a fellow of the American Academy of Otolaryngology and the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Schwartz was named a Top Doctor by Washingtonian Magazine in 2015. Dr. Schwartz has published numerous articles and textbook chapters on laryngologic disorders and general otolaryngology. Dr. Schwartz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Vocal Cord Dysfunction, Spasmodic Dysphonia, Infant Hearing Loss, and Laryngeal Nerve Damage.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing

    Feldman ENT Group

    5454 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 1535, Suite 1535, 
    Chevy Chase, MD 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Christopher P. Mesick is an otolaryngologist affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital, Washington Hospital Center, Children’s National Medical Center and Georgetown University Hospital, where he serves as an associate clinical professor for Georgetown University. He practices out of Feldman ENT Group in Chevy Chase, Md. and Washington, D.C. Dr. Mesick has an expertise in head and neck oncology, laryngology and voice disorders, sinus surgery, and snoring and sleep disorders. Dr. Mesick earned his medical degree from the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry. He completed a residency in otolaryngology, head and neck surgery at Georgetown University Medical Center, where he served as chief resident. Dr. Mesick is a fellow of the American Academy of Otolaryngology and the American College of Surgeons, as well as a member of the American Medical Association. Dr. Mesick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Ozena, Nonallergic Rhinopathy, Palatal Myoclonus, and Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    Chevy Chase ENT Associates

    5530 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 1500, Suite 1500, 
    Chevy Chase, MD 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Pryor Brenner is an Otolaryngologist in Chevy Chase, Maryland. Dr. Brenner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Jones Syndrome, DFNB1, Infant Hearing Loss, and Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    Chevy Chase ENT Associates

    5530 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 1500, Suite 1500, 
    Chevy Chase, MD 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Leslie F. Hao is an otolaryngologist affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital. She practices out of Chevy Chase ENT Associates in Chevy Chase, Md. Dr. Hao earned her medical degree from the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, where she served as the William Randolph Heart Research Fellow of the Deafness Research Foundation. She earned the Alfred Steiner Research Prize and the Harold Lamport Award for her medical student research. Dr. Hao completed a residency in otolaryngology and head and neck surgery at the University of Maryland Medical Center, where she was awarded the VA Gold Pin for outstanding patient care. Dr. Hao is a fellow of the American Academy of Otolaryngology. Dr. Hao was named a Top Doctor in the Washington, D.C., Baltimore and Washington-Baltimore areas by Castle Connolly in 2012. She has also been named a Top Doctor by U.S. News & World Report, as well as Consumers’ Checkbook magazine. Dr. Hao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are TMJ Disorders, Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo, Jones Syndrome, and Trachoma.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    Feldman ENT Group

    Chevy Chase, MD 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Jack B. Williams is an otolaryngologist affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital, Washington Hospital Center and Georgetown University Hospital. He practices out of Feldman ENT Group in Washington, D.C. and Chevy Chase, Md. Dr. Williams has an expertise in advanced sinus surgery techniques such as balloon sinuplasty, pediatric otolaryngology, rhinology and care of the professional voice. Dr. Williams earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch. He completed a residency in otolaryngology at the Georgetown University Hospital. Dr. Williams previously served as a firefighter and paramedic. Dr. Williams is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the American Academy of Otolaryngology. Dr. Williams was named a Top Doctor in the Washington, D.C., Baltimore and Washington-Baltimore areas by Castle Connolly in 2012. Dr. Williams is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Sinusitis, Empyema, and Palatal Myoclonus.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    Feldman ENT Group

    Chevy Chase, MD 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Jessica C. Shen is an otolaryngologist affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital, Washington Hospital Center, Georgetown University Hospital and Children’s National Medical Center. She practices out of Feldman ENT Group in Chevy Chase, Md. and Germantown, Md. Dr. Shen has an expertise in sinus disease and surgery, pediatric otolaryngology, and head and neck oncology. Dr. Shen earned her medical degree from the University of Michigan Medical School. She completed a residency in otolaryngology at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Shen earned the American Rhinologic Society resident research grant. Dr. Shen is a fellow of the American Academy of Otolaryngology, as well as a member of the American Rhinologic Society and the American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy. Dr. Shen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo, Tinnitus, Infant Hearing Loss, and Empyema.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Geriatrics
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Geriatrics

    Office

    6935 Wisconsin Ave Ste 314, 
    Chevy Chase, MD 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gary Wilks is a Geriatrics provider in Chevy Chase, Maryland. Dr. Wilks is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Alzheimer's Disease, Atrial Fibrillation, Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), and Dementia.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    Feldman ENT Group

    5454 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 1535, Suite 1535, Suite 1535, Suite 1535, 
    Chevy Chase, MD 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Mark A. Dettelbach is an otolaryngologist affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital, Children’s National Medical Center, Washington Hospital Center and Georgetown University Hospital, where he is an associate clinical professor. He practices out of Feldman ENT Group in Washington, D.C. and Chevy Chase, Md. Dr. Dettelbach has an expertise in pediatric ENT, otology, sinuses and snoring disorders. Dr. Dettelbach earned his medical degree from Yale University School of Medicine. He completed a residency in otolaryngology at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Dr. Dettelbach is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, as well as a member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology and Osler Medical Society. He was previously the president of the Jacobi Medical Society. Dr. Dettelbach is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Tinnitus, Infant Hearing Loss, Jones Syndrome, and DFNB1.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Emergency Medicine
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Emergency Medicine

    Capital Coordinated Medicine LLC

    10335 Kensington Pkwy Ste G, 
    Kensington, MD 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amy Schiffman is an Emergency Medicine provider in Kensington, Maryland. Dr. Schiffman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), and Vitamin D Deficiency.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    111 Michigan Ave NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Claire Lawlor is a Pediatrics provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Lawlor is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Tracheobronchomalacia, Tongue Tie, Laryngomalacia, Myringotomy, and Endoscopy.

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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 near Silver Spring, MD?

    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 Silver Spring, MD?

    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 Silver Spring, MD?

    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 Silver Spring, MD?

    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 Silver Spring, MD?

    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 Silver Spring, MD?

    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 Silver Spring, MD?

    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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