The 20 Best Painful Swallowing Doctors Near Me in Madison Heights, MI

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The 20 Best Painful Swallowing Doctors near Madison Heights, MI

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 464 doctor with experience in Painful Swallowing near Madison Heights, MI. Of these, 367 are Experienced, 88 are Advanced and 9 are Distinguished.

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    Gregg Polidori
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Oakland Gastroenterology Associates

    3535 West 13 Mile Road, Suite 202, 
    Royal Oak, MI 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    40+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Gregg Polidori is a Gastroenterologist in Royal Oak, Michigan. Dr. Polidori has been practicing medicine for over 40 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Diverticular Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Polidori is currently accepting new patients.

    Gehad M. Ghaith
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Gastrointestinal Specialists PC

    264 West Maple Road, Suite 200, 
    Troy, MI 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    29+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Gehad Ghaith is a Gastroenterologist in Troy, Michigan. Dr. Ghaith has been practicing medicine for over 29 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Bile Duct Obstruction, Cholestasis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Ghaith is currently accepting new patients.

    Michael C. Duffy
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Gastrointestinal Specialists PC

    264 West Maple Road, Suite 200, 
    Troy, MI 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    52+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Duffy is a Gastroenterologist in Troy, Michigan. Dr. Duffy has been practicing medicine for over 52 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Ulcerative Colitis, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Duffy is currently accepting new patients.

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    Andrew M. Aneese
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Gastrointestinal Specialists PC

    264 West Maple Road, Suite 200, 
    Troy, MI 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    11+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrew Aneese is a Gastroenterologist in Troy, Michigan. Dr. Aneese has been practicing medicine for over 11 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Acute Pancreatitis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Aneese is currently accepting new patients.

    Ketan G. Rana
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Gastrointestinal Specialists PC

    264 West Maple Road, Suite 200, 
    Troy, MI 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    36+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati , Hindi
    Accepting New Patients

    Ketan Rana is a Gastroenterologist in Troy, Michigan. Dr. Rana has been practicing medicine for over 36 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Macroamylasemia, Bile Duct Obstruction, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Rana is currently accepting new patients.

    Jared S. Bortman
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Gastrointestinal Specialists PC

    264 West Maple Road, Suite 200, 
    Troy, MI 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    20+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jared Bortman is a Gastroenterologist in Troy, Michigan. Dr. Bortman has been practicing medicine for over 20 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Bortman is currently accepting new patients.

    Maryconi M. Jacob
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Gastrointestinal Specialists PC

    264 West Maple Road, Suite 200, 
    Troy, MI 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino
    Accepting New Patients

    Maryconi Jacob is a Gastroenterologist in Troy, Michigan. Dr. Jacob has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Jacob is currently accepting new patients.

    Gary B. Langnas
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine | Geriatrics
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine | Geriatrics

    Office Of Langnas & Stashefsky

    27483 Dequindre Road, Suite 302, 
    Madison Heights, MI 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    41+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Gary Langnas is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine and Geriatrics in Madison Heights, Michigan. Dr. Langnas has been practicing medicine for over 41 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Neurotoxicity Syndromes, Lung Metastases, Endoscopy, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Langnas is currently accepting new patients.

    Anil K. Gupta
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    Gupta ENT Center

    32121 Woodward Avenue, Suite 203, 
    Royal Oak, MI 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    33+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Anil Gupta is an Otolaryngologist in Royal Oak, Michigan. Dr. Gupta has been practicing medicine for over 33 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Tinnitus, Jones Syndrome, Infant Hearing Loss, and DFNB1. Dr. Gupta is currently accepting new patients.

    Khaled Imam
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Endocrinology | Geriatrics
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Endocrinology | Geriatrics

    Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital Geriatric Assessment Clinic - 1949 12 Mile Rd

    1949 12 Mile Road, Suite 100, 
    Berkley, MI 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    48+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients

    Khaled Imam is an Endocrinologist and a Geriatrics provider in Berkley, Michigan. Dr. Imam has been practicing medicine for over 48 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Malnutrition, Protein Deficiency, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), and Vascular Dementia. Dr. Imam is currently accepting new patients.

    Armen A. Korkigian
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine | Geriatrics
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine | Geriatrics

    Progressive Health Care PC

    2635 Coolidge Highway, 
    Berkley, MI 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    48+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Armenian
    Accepting New Patients

    Armen Korkigian is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine and Geriatrics in Berkley, Michigan. Dr. Korkigian has been practicing medicine for over 48 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Korkigian is currently accepting new patients.

    Danuta Molenda
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Geriatrics | Palliative Medicine
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Geriatrics | Palliative Medicine

    Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital Geriatric Assessment Clinic - 1949 12 Mile Rd

    1949 12 Mile Road, Suite 100, 
    Berkley, MI 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    35+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Greek, Polish, Russian
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Danuta Molenda is a Palliative Medicine specialist and a Geriatrics provider in Berkley, Michigan. Dr. Molenda has been practicing medicine for over 35 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Malnutrition, MAGIC Syndrome, Protein Deficiency, and Alzheimer's Disease. Dr. Molenda is currently accepting new patients.

    Adam J. Folbe
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital Sinus & Skull Base Surgery

    3555 West 13 Mile Road, Suite N120, 
    Royal Oak, MI 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    25+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Adam Folbe is an Otolaryngologist in Royal Oak, Michigan. Dr. Folbe 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 Pituitary Tumor, Sinus Cancer, Prolactinoma, Balloon Sinuplasty, and Septoplasty. Dr. Folbe is currently accepting new patients.

    Scott J. Schwartz
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital General Ear, Nose & Throat - 3555 W 13 Mile Rd

    3555 West 13 Mile Road, Suite N120, 
    Royal Oak, MI 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    11+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Scott Schwartz is an Otolaryngologist in Royal Oak, Michigan. Dr. Schwartz has been practicing medicine for over 11 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder, Infant Hearing Loss, Sialadenitis, Salivary Duct Stones, and Thrombectomy. Dr. Schwartz is currently accepting new patients.

    Jared Johnson
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital Sinus & Skull Base Surgery

    3555 West 13 Mile Road, Suite N120, 
    Royal Oak, MI 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    9+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jared Johnson is an Otolaryngologist in Royal Oak, Michigan. Dr. Johnson has been practicing medicine for over 9 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Nasal Septal Hematoma, Low Nasal Bridge, Perichondritis, and Nasal Flaring. Dr. Johnson is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Oakland Gastroenterology Associates

    3535 West 13 Mile Road, Suite 202, 
    Royal Oak, MI 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    40+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, French
    Accepting New Patients

    Sami Akkary is a Gastroenterologist in Royal Oak, Michigan. Dr. Akkary has been practicing medicine for over 40 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Diverticular Disease, Acute Pancreatitis, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Akkary is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Oakland Gastroenterology Associates

    3535 West 13 Mile Road, Suite 202, 
    Royal Oak, MI 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    46+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino, Mandarin, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Roberto Goo is a Gastroenterologist in Royal Oak, Michigan. Dr. Goo has been practicing medicine for over 46 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Esophagitis, Diverticular Disease, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Goo is currently accepting new patients.

    Jamal Kriem
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital Pediatric Gastroenterology

    3535 West 13 Mile Road, Suite 707, 
    Royal Oak, MI 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    23+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients

    Jamal Kriem is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Royal Oak, Michigan. Dr. Kriem has been practicing medicine for over 23 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Celiac Disease, Esophagitis, and Encopresis. Dr. Kriem is currently accepting new patients.

    Laith H. Jamil
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital Gastroenterology - 3535 W 13 Mile Rd

    3535 West 13 Mile Road, Suite 248, 
    Royal Oak, MI 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    34+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Laith Jamil is a Gastroenterologist in Royal Oak, Michigan. Dr. Jamil has been practicing medicine for over 34 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Bile Duct Obstruction, Cholestasis, Choledocholithiasis, Endoscopy, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Jamil is currently accepting new patients.

    Mouhib F. Ayas
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital Pediatric Gastroenterology

    3535 West 13 Mile Road, Suite 707, 
    Royal Oak, MI 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    41+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients

    Mouhib Ayas is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Royal Oak, Michigan. Dr. Ayas has been practicing medicine for over 41 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Celiac Disease, Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Esophagitis, and Crohn's Disease. Dr. Ayas is currently accepting new patients.

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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 Madison Heights, 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 Madison Heights, 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 Madison Heights, 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 Madison Heights, 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 Madison Heights, 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 Madison Heights, 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 Madison Heights, 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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