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    MediFind found 457 doctor with experience in Painful Swallowing near Madison Heights, MI. Of these, 362 are Experienced, 85 are Advanced and 10 are Distinguished.

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    457 providers found
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology

      Henry Ford Health System

      2799 W Grand Blvd, 
      Detroit, MI 
       (8.3 miles away)
      Experience:
      16+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Ross Mayerhoff is an Otolaryngologist in Detroit, Michigan. Dr. Mayerhoff 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 Laryngeal Nerve Damage, Perichondritis, Throat Cancer, Laryngectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Mayerhoff is currently accepting new patients.

      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:
      39+ 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 39 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.

      What does Elite, Distinguished, Advanced, Experienced mean?
      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:
      28+ 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 28 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.

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      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:
      51+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Michael Duffy is a Gastroenterologist in Troy, Michigan. Dr. Duffy has been practicing medicine for over 51 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.

      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:
      10+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Andrew Aneese is a Gastroenterologist in Troy, Michigan. Dr. Aneese has been practicing medicine for over 10 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:
      35+ 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 35 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:
      19+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Jared Bortman is a Gastroenterologist in Troy, Michigan. Dr. Bortman has been practicing medicine for over 19 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:
      17+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Filipino
      Accepting New Patients

      Maryconi Jacob is a Gastroenterologist in Troy, Michigan. Dr. Jacob has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Jacob is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology

      Henry Ford Health System

      2799 W Grand Blvd, 
      Detroit, MI 
       (8.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Suhael Momin is an Otolaryngologist in Detroit, Michigan. Dr. Momin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Mikulicz Disease, Salivary Duct Stones, Throat Cancer, Gastrostomy, and Laryngectomy. Dr. Momin is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology

      Henry Ford Health System

      2799 W Grand Blvd, 
      Detroit, MI 
       (8.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Telugu
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Pavan Reddy is an Otolaryngologist in Detroit, Michigan. Dr. Reddy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Otitis, Infant Hearing Loss, Ruptured Eardrum, and Jones Syndrome. Dr. Reddy is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      2799 W Grand Blvd, 
      Detroit, MI 
       (8.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Kathleen Yaremchuk is an Otolaryngologist in Detroit, Michigan. Dr. Yaremchuk is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Ear Barotrauma, Anosmia, Spinal Fusion, and Endoscopy. Dr. Yaremchuk is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology

      Henry Ford Health System

      2799 W Grand Blvd, 
      Detroit, MI 
       (8.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Joshua Romero is an Otolaryngologist in Detroit, Michigan. Dr. Romero is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, Perichondritis, DFNB1, and Jones Syndrome. Dr. Romero 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:
      40+ 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 40 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Pneumonia, Neurotoxicity Syndromes, Endoscopy, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Langnas is currently accepting new patients.

      Habib G. Gennaoui
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine

      John R. Medical Clinic

      26505 John R Road, 
      Madison Heights, MI 
       (1.5 miles away)
      Experience:
      46+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic, French
      Accepting New Patients

      Habib Gennaoui is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Madison Heights, Michigan. Dr. Gennaoui has been practicing medicine for over 46 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Bronchitis, Endoscopy, and Vertebroplasty. Dr. Gennaoui is currently accepting new patients.

      Manhal H. Naoumi
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Family Medicine

      Grace Family Care

      31500 Dequindre Road, 
      Warren, MI 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Experience:
      29+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic
      Accepting New Patients

      Manhal Naoumi is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Warren, Michigan. Dr. Naoumi 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 Necrosis, COVID-19, Peptic Ulcer, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Naoumi 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:
      32+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Anil Gupta is an Otolaryngologist in Royal Oak, Michigan. Dr. Gupta has been practicing medicine for over 32 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.

      Tariq N. Kakish
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine

      Tariq N Kakish MD & Norman J, Kakos MD

      32121 Woodward Avenue, Suite 204, 
      Royal Oak, MI 
       (3.8 miles away)
      Experience:
      29+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic
      Accepting New Patients

      Tariq Kakish is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Royal Oak, Michigan. Dr. Kakish 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 Ascites, Liver Failure, Sciatica, Endoscopy, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Kakish 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:
      47+ 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 47 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:
      47+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Armenian
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Armen Korkigian is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine and Geriatrics in Berkley, Michigan. Dr. Korkigian has been practicing medicine for over 47 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, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Korkigian is currently accepting new patients.

      Brett A. Holmes
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine

      Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital Internal Medicine - 1949 12 Mile Rd

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

      Brett Holmes is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Berkley, Michigan. Dr. Holmes has been practicing medicine for over 12 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Hypertensive Heart Disease, Enlarged Liver, and Endoscopy. Dr. Holmes is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      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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