The 20 Best Painful Swallowing Doctors Near Me in cape elizabeth, ME

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 67 doctor with experience in Painful Swallowing near cape elizabeth, ME. Of these, 53 are Experienced and 14 are Advanced.

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67 providers found
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine

    Intermed

    100 Gannett Dr Ste C, 
    South Portland, ME 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Peter Emery is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in South Portland, Maine. Dr. Emery is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Hypertension, Hypothyroidism, and Gout. Dr. Emery is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Chapman Chiropractic Center P A

    153 US Route 1, 
    Scarborough, ME 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Scott Chase is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Scarborough, Maine. Dr. Chase 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 Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS), Emphysema, Bullae, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Chase is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing

    SMHC Medical Center Mental Health Unit

    259 Main St, 
    Yarmouth, ME 
     (14.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Anthony Bustamante is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Yarmouth, Maine. Dr. Bustamante is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Lyme Disease, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Bustamante is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Maine Medical Partners

    155 Spurwink Ave, 
    Cape Elizabeth, ME 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John Reynolds is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Cape Elizabeth, Maine. Dr. Reynolds is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tenosynovitis, Meniere Disease, Chronic Cough, and Vertigo.

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

    Northern Light Home Care & Hospice

    225 Gorham Rd Ste 200, 
    South Portland, ME 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Alexandra Barr is a Geriatrics provider practicing medicine in South Portland, Maine. Dr. Barr is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Alzheimer's Disease, Vascular Dementia, Dementia, and Anemia. Dr. Barr is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Intermed

    100 Gannett Dr Ste C, 
    South Portland, ME 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Elizabeth Mohan is a Geriatrics provider practicing medicine in South Portland, Maine. Dr. Mohan 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 Decerebrate Posture, Decorticate Posture, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

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

    Northern Light Mercy Outpatient Specialty And Surgery Center

    155 Fore River Pkwy, 
    Portland, ME 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Hsu is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Portland, Maine. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Hsu 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 Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, and Hemorrhoids.

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

    Mercy Fore River Express Care

    175 Fore River Pkwy, 
    Portland, ME 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Polisner is a Geriatrics provider practicing medicine in Portland, Maine. Dr. Polisner 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 Dementia, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Low Blood Pressure, Alzheimer's Disease, and Endoscopy.

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

    Mercy Fore River Express Care

    175 Fore River Pkwy, 
    Portland, ME 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marc Hoffman is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Portland, Maine. Dr. Hoffman 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 Erysipelas, St. Anthony's Fire, Alcoholic Ketoacidosis, and Morning Sickness.

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

    Mainehealth

    300 Professional Dr, 
    Scarborough, ME 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Joseph Degrinney-Iii is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Scarborough, Maine. Dr. Degrinney-Iii 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 Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Cardiomyopathy, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Chronic Cough.

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

    Mainehealth

    300 Professional Dr, 
    Scarborough, ME 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christine Freme is a Geriatrics provider practicing medicine in Scarborough, Maine. Dr. Freme is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Atrial Fibrillation, and Vascular Dementia.

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

    Chapman Chiropractic Center P A

    153 US Route 1, 
    Scarborough, ME 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    William Wadland is a Geriatrics provider practicing medicine in Scarborough, Maine. Dr. Wadland is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His clinical expertise encompasses Alzheimer's Disease, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, and Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). Dr. Wadland is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Mainehealth Behavioral Health Senior Outpatient Services Portland

    66 Bramhall St, 
    Portland, ME 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Julia Redding is a Geriatrics provider practicing medicine in Portland, Maine. She has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Redding 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 Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Vascular Dementia, Necrosis, and Painful Swallowing. Dr. Redding is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Mainehealth Behavioral Health Senior Outpatient Services Portland

    66 Bramhall St, 
    Portland, ME 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Annabelle Norwood is a Geriatrics provider practicing medicine in Portland, Maine. Dr. Norwood is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Vascular Dementia, Decorticate Posture, and Decerebrate Posture.

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

    Office

    84 Marginal Way Ste 800, 
    Portland, ME 
     (5.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Timothy Baum is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Portland, Maine. Dr. Baum is rated as an Experienced 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 Sitosterolemia, Cyclic Neutropenia, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension. Dr. Baum is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Office

    84 Marginal Way Ste 800, 
    Portland, ME 
     (5.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Phyllidia Ku-Ruth is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Portland, Maine. Dr. Ku-Ruth is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), and Osteomyelitis in Children. Dr. Ku-Ruth is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Intermed PA

    84 Marginal Way, 
    Portland, ME 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrea Klayman is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Portland, Maine. She has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Klayman 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 Obesity, Obesity in Children, Hypothyroidism, and Sitosterolemia. Dr. Klayman is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Portland Internal Medicine

    43 Baxter Blvd, 
    Portland, ME 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    James Katz is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Portland, Maine. Dr. Katz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension. Dr. Katz is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Intermed PA

    100 Foden Rd, 
    South Portland, ME 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Steven Dobieski is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in South Portland, Maine. Dr. Dobieski 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 Sitosterolemia, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hyperhidrosis, and Hypothyroidism. Dr. Dobieski is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Intermed PA

    100 Foden Rd, 
    South Portland, ME 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Glenn Buchberger is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine in South Portland, Maine. Dr. Buchberger 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 Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Hyperhidrosis, Obesity, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Buchberger 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 cape elizabeth, ME?

    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 cape elizabeth, ME?

    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 cape elizabeth, ME?

    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 cape elizabeth, ME?

    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 cape elizabeth, ME?

    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 cape elizabeth, ME?

    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 cape elizabeth, ME?

    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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