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    MediFind found 336 doctor with experience in Painful Swallowing near Bloomfield Hills, MI. Of these, 265 are Experienced, 64 are Advanced and 7 are Distinguished.

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    336 providers found
      Jack R. Tocco
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Center For Digestive Health

      4600 Investment Drive, Suite 380, 
      Troy, MI 
       (3.8 miles away)
      Experience:
      16+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Jack Tocco is a Gastroenterologist in Troy, Michigan. Dr. Tocco has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Morning Sickness, Diarrhea, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Tocco is currently accepting new patients.

      Aalia Saeed
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Center For Digestive Health

      4600 Investment Drive, Suite 380, 
      Troy, MI 
       (3.8 miles away)
      Experience:
      25+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Urdu
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Aalia Saeed is a Gastroenterologist in Troy, Michigan. Dr. Saeed has been practicing medicine for over 25 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Diarrhea, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Saeed is currently accepting new patients.

      Kambiz Bral
      Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      North Oakland Gastroenterology Clinic

      1349 South Rochester Road, Suite 210, 
      Rochester Hills, MI 
       (7.9 miles away)
      Experience:
      39+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Kambiz Bral is a Gastroenterologist in Rochester Hills, Michigan. Dr. Bral has been practicing medicine for over 39 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Macroamylasemia, Barrett Esophagus, Esophagitis, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Bral is currently accepting new patients.

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      Ghiath Tayeb
      Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Tayeb Gastroenterology & Associates

      811 South Boulevard East, Suite 200, 
      Rochester Hills, MI 
       (8.1 miles away)
      Experience:
      38+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic
      Accepting New Patients

      Ghiath Tayeb is a Gastroenterologist in Rochester Hills, Michigan. Dr. Tayeb has been practicing medicine for over 38 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Esophagitis, Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Tayeb is currently accepting new patients.

      Richard T. Wille
      Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Center For Digestive Health

      1701 South Boulevard East, Suite 300, 
      Rochester Hills, MI 
       (8.1 miles away)
      Experience:
      36+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Richard Wille is a Gastroenterologist in Rochester Hills, Michigan. Dr. Wille has been practicing medicine for over 36 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, and Endoscopy. Dr. Wille is currently accepting new patients.

      Seina Farshadsefat
      Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Tayeb Gastroenterology & Associates

      811 South Boulevard East, Suite 200, 
      Rochester Hills, MI 
       (8.1 miles away)
      Experience:
      13+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Seina Farshadsefat is a Gastroenterologist in Rochester Hills, Michigan. Dr. Farshadsefat has been practicing medicine for over 13 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Morning Sickness, Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Farshadsefat is currently accepting new patients.

      Sante D. Bologna
      Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Center For Digestive Health

      1701 South Boulevard East, Suite 300, 
      Rochester Hills, MI 
       (8.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Sante Bologna is a Gastroenterologist in Rochester Hills, Michigan. Dr. Bologna is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Gastric Dysmotility, and Endoscopy. Dr. Bologna is currently accepting new patients.

      Jonathan D. Copeland
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Family Medicine

      Jonathan D Copeland MD

      50 West Big Beaver Road, Suite 190, 
      Bloomfield Hills, MI 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Experience:
      20+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Jonathan Copeland is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. Dr. Copeland has been practicing medicine for over 20 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), COVID-19, Sinusitis, and Empyema. Dr. Copeland is currently accepting new patients.

      David P. Schleimer
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology

      Hills ENT Institute

      10 West Square Lake Road, Suite 308, 
      Bloomfield Hills, MI 
       (1.8 miles away)
      Experience:
      15+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      David Schleimer is an Otolaryngologist in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. Dr. Schleimer has been practicing medicine for over 15 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Ozena, Palatal Myoclonus, Nonallergic Rhinopathy, and Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP). Dr. Schleimer is currently accepting new patients.

      Steve Z. Kallabat
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Pediatrics | Internal Medicine

      Internal Medicine And Pediatrics Of Bloomfield P.C.

      1109 West Long Lake Rd, 
      Bloomfield Hills, MI 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Experience:
      29+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Aramaic 
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Steve Kallabat is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. Dr. Kallabat has been practicing medicine for over 29 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Macroamylasemia, Erectile Dysfunction (ED), and Persistent Genital Arousal Disorder. Dr. Kallabat is currently accepting new patients.

      Nashwa Khogali
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine

      Norton, Klein, Hug, Sabin & Maddens, MD, PC

      3290 West Big Beaver Road, Suite 420, 
      Troy, MI 
       (3.0 miles away)
      Experience:
      13+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Nashwa Khogali is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Troy, Michigan. Dr. Khogali has been practicing medicine for over 13 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Magnesium Deficiency, and New Daily Persistent Headache (NDPH). Dr. Khogali is currently accepting new patients.

      Joseph A. Skoney
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine

      Troy Internal Medicine

      4600 Investment Drive, Suite 300, 
      Troy, MI 
       (3.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Joseph Skoney is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Troy, Michigan. Dr. Skoney is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, High Cholesterol, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Skoney is currently accepting new patients.

      Alan N. Bunney
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine

      Troy Medical PC

      2649 Crooks Road, 
      Troy, MI 
       (3.9 miles away)
      Experience:
      13+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Japanese
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Alan Bunney is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Troy, Michigan. Dr. Bunney has been practicing medicine for over 13 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Sinusitis, Empyema, Tracheitis, and Obesity. Dr. Bunney is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Fadi Salloum MD PC

      50 North Perry Street, 
      Pontiac, MI 
       (4.4 miles away)
      Experience:
      34+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic
      Accepting New Patients

      Fadi Salloum is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Pontiac, Michigan. Dr. Salloum has been practicing medicine for over 34 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Heart Failure, Heart Attack, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Salloum is currently accepting new patients.

      David R. Seel
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology

      ENT Specialists

      31100 Telegraph Ste 230, 
      Bingham Farms, MI 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Experience:
      30+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      David Seel is an Otolaryngologist in Bingham Farms, Michigan. Dr. Seel has been practicing medicine for over 30 years and 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), Empyema, Sinusitis, and Infant Hearing Loss. Dr. Seel is currently accepting new patients.

      Shant A. Korkigian
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology

      ENT Specialists

      31100 Telegraph Ste 230, 
      Bingham Farms, MI 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Experience:
      17+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Shant Korkigian is an Otolaryngologist in Bingham Farms, Michigan. Dr. Korkigian has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Laryngeal Cancer, Throat Cancer, Dry Mouth, Laryngectomy, and Balloon Sinuplasty. Dr. Korkigian is currently accepting new patients.

      Matthew C. Farrugia
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Plastic Surgery | Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Plastic Surgery | Otolaryngology

      ENT Specialists

      31100 Telegraph Ste 230, 
      Bingham Farms, MI 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Experience:
      25+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Matthew Farrugia is an Otolaryngologist and a Plastic Surgeon in Bingham Farms, Michigan. Dr. Farrugia has been practicing medicine for over 25 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, Jones Syndrome, Hearing Loss, DFNB1, and Myringotomy. Dr. Farrugia is currently accepting new patients.

      Champa L. Dassanayake
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine

      Comprehensive Primary Care Physicians

      31500 Telegraph Road, Suite 115, 
      Bingham Farms, MI 
       (4.9 miles away)
      Experience:
      41+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Sinhala

      Champa Dassanayake is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bingham Farms, Michigan. Dr. Dassanayake has been practicing medicine for over 41 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.

      Sumitra N. Raam
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine

      Civic Center Internal Medicine

      130 Town Center Drive, Suite 209, 
      Troy, MI 
       (4.9 miles away)
      Experience:
      32+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Kannada, Tamil
      Offers Telehealth

      Sumitra Raam is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Troy, Michigan. Dr. Raam has been practicing medicine for over 32 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Folate Deficiency, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, and Subacute Combined Degeneration.

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

      CoreMed Plus

      42557 Woodward Avenue, Suite 130, 
      Bloomfield Hills, MI 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Experience:
      24+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Maan Ekkah is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. Dr. Ekkah has been practicing medicine for over 24 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Atypical Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Stroke, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Ekkah is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 01/09/2026

      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 Bloomfield Hills, MI?

      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 Bloomfield Hills, MI?

      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 Bloomfield Hills, MI?

      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 Bloomfield Hills, MI?

      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 Bloomfield Hills, MI?

      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 Bloomfield Hills, MI?

      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 Bloomfield Hills, MI?

      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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