The 20 Best Painful Swallowing Doctors Near Me in Clarkston, MI

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 57 doctor with experience in Painful Swallowing near Clarkston, MI. Of these, 50 are Experienced and 7 are Advanced.

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57 providers found
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Endoscopic Solutions

    5701 Bow Pointe Drive, Suite 370, 
    Clarkston, MI 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    30+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Romanian
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mihaela Batke is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Clarkston, Michigan. She has been practicing medicine for over 30 years. Dr. Batke is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Diarrhea, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Batke is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Batke is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Endoscopic Solutions

    5701 Bow Pointe Drive, Suite 370, 
    Clarkston, MI 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    20+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Telugu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Naveen Reddy is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Clarkston, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 20 years. Dr. Reddy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS), Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Reddy is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Reddy is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Endoscopic Solutions

    5701 Bow Pointe Drive, Suite 370, 
    Clarkston, MI 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    34+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Lithuanian, Polish, Russian
    Accepting New Patients

    Veslav Stecevic is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Clarkston, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 34 years. Dr. Stecevic is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Intestinal Cancer, Esophagitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Stecevic is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Stecevic is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Endoscopic Solutions

    5701 Bow Pointe Drive, Suite 370, 
    Clarkston, MI 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    13+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients

    Ramy Mansour is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Clarkston, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 13 years. Dr. Mansour 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 Opioid Induced Constipation, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC), Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Mansour is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Internal Medicine and American Osteopathic Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Mansour is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Palliative Medicine
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Palliative Medicine

    Clarkston Internal Medicine PC

    7188 N Main St, 
    Clarkston, MI 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nathan Chase is a primary care provider, practicing in Palliative Medicine in Clarkston, Michigan. 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 Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Multiple Myeloma, and Pacemaker Implantation.

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

    North Oakland Ear Nose & Throat Centers PC

    5701 Bow Pointe Dr Ste 200, 
    Clarkston, MI 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Carl Shermetaro is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Clarkston, Michigan. Dr. Shermetaro is rated as an Experienced 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 Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Jones Syndrome, Tinnitus, and Balloon Sinuplasty.

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

    North Oakland Ear Nose & Throat Centers PC

    5701 Bow Pointe Dr Ste 200, 
    Clarkston, MI 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gary Kwartowitz is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Clarkston, Michigan. Dr. Kwartowitz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Infant Hearing Loss, Tonsil Stones, Tinnitus, and Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    North Oakland Ear Nose & Throat Centers PC

    5701 Bow Pointe Dr Ste 200, 
    Clarkston, MI 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Asha Downs is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Clarkston, Michigan. Dr. Downs is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Empyema, Sinusitis, Allergic Rhinitis, and Infant Hearing Loss.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Ala. E. Imam M.D. PC

    6770 Dixie Hwy Ste 301, 
    Clarkston, MI 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ala Imam is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Clarkston, Michigan. Dr. Imam 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 Diverticular Disease, Esophagitis, Hiatal Hernia, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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

    Katherine Z French D.O. L.L.C

    6507 Town Center Dr Ste A, 
    Clarkston, MI 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mandhir Jamwal is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Clarkston, Michigan. Dr. Jamwal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Acute Kidney Failure, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

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

    Susan H Klemmer MD PC

    6080 Dixie Hwy Ste B, 
    Clarkston, MI 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Narin Tanir is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Clarkston, Michigan. Dr. Tanir 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 Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Chronic Cough, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

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

    Quality Urgent Care

    4764 Dixie Highway, 
    Waterford, MI 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    28+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Polish, Russian, Ukrainian
    Accepting New Patients

    Alla Yeras is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Waterford, Michigan. She has been practicing medicine for over 28 years. Dr. Yeras is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cellulitis, Tracheitis, Sinusitis, and Empyema. Dr. Yeras is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Yeras is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Mission Point Of Clarkston LLC

    4800 Clintonville Rd, 
    Clarkston, MI 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mushtaque Syed is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Clarkston, Michigan. Dr. Syed is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His clinical expertise encompasses Alzheimer's Disease, Swallowing Difficulty, and Painful Swallowing.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Pediatric Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Pediatric Otolaryngology

    Michigan Pediatric ENT Associates

    7001 Orchard Lake Road, Suite 410, 
    West Bloomfield, MI 
     (14.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Prasad Thottam is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in West Bloomfield, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Thottam is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 45 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Laryngomalacia, Stridor, Laryngeal Cleft, Balloon Sinuplasty, and Adenoidectomy. Dr. Thottam is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Ophthalmology & Otolaryngology. Dr. Thottam is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    5220 Highland Rd Ste 200, 
    Waterford, MI 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Safiul Hasan is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Waterford, Michigan. Dr. Hasan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Esophagitis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

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

    Orion Family Physicians

    1455 South Lapeer Road, Suite 100, 
    Lake Orion, MI 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    37+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Carl Sarnacki is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lake Orion, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 37 years. Dr. Sarnacki is rated as an Experienced 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 Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Sarnacki is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Sarnacki 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 
     (9.3 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. He has been practicing medicine for over 34 years. Dr. Salloum is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 62 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Necrosis, Heart Attack, Heart Failure, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Salloum is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Salloum is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Michigan Ear Nose And Throat Associates PC

    44200 Woodward Ave Ste 201, 
    Pontiac, MI 
     (9.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Samer Bahu is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Pontiac, Michigan. Dr. Bahu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 46 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Infant Hearing Loss, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), DFNB1, Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Digestive Disease Consultants PC

    44555 Woodward Ave Ste 304, 
    Pontiac, MI 
     (9.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mones Takriti is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Pontiac, Michigan. Dr. Takriti is rated as an Advanced 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 Diverticular Disease, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Ulcerative Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    Edgewood Center Otolaryngology

    8898 Commerce Road, Suite 1, 
    Commerce Township, MI 
     (10.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    41+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Howard Yerman is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Commerce Township, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 41 years. Dr. Yerman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hemifacial Hyperplasia Strabismus, Jones Syndrome, DFNB1, and Infant Hearing Loss. Dr. Yerman is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery. Dr. Yerman is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Painful Swallowing?

    Painful swallowing is any pain or discomfort while swallowing. You may feel it high in the neck or lower down behind the breastbone. Most often, the pain feels like a strong sensation of squeezing or burning. Painful swallowing may be a symptom of a serious disorder.

    When should I see a Painful Swallowing doctor near Clarkston, 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 Clarkston, 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 Clarkston, 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 Clarkston, 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 Clarkston, 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 Clarkston, 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 Clarkston, 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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