The 20 Best Painful Swallowing Doctors Near Me in Norton Shores, MI

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 22 doctor with experience in Painful Swallowing near Norton Shores, MI. Of these, 14 are Experienced and 8 are Advanced.

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22 providers found
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    West Shore ENT & Allergy- Norton Shores

    1450 Farr Road, Suite 5000, 
    Norton Shores, MI 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    15+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Craig Hoekzema is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Norton Shores, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 15 years. Dr. Hoekzema is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 36 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Infant Hearing Loss, Jones Syndrome, DFNB1, and Ruptured Eardrum. Dr. Hoekzema is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery. Dr. Hoekzema is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Geriatrics | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Geriatrics | Internal Medicine

    Corewell Health Advanced Primary Care - Muskegon

    2558 Henry Street, 
    Muskegon, MI 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    40+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Hernan Lescay is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine and Geriatrics in Muskegon, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 40 years. Dr. Lescay is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thrombophlebitis, Cirrhosis, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia. Dr. Lescay is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Lescay is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Corewell Health Gastroenterology - 2009 Holton Rd

    2009 Holton Road, 
    Muskegon, MI 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    23+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Nino Soave is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Muskegon, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 23 years. Dr. Soave 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 Visceromegaly, Cirrhosis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, and Hiatal Hernia. Dr. Soave is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Soave is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    Shoreline ENT PLC

    268 Seminole Rd, 
    Norton Shores, MI 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Lomeo is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Norton Shores, Michigan. Dr. Lomeo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 50 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Throat Cancer, Laryngeal Cancer, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Thyroid Nodule, and Gastrostomy.

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

    West Michigan ENT PLC

    1450 Farr Rd Ste 5000, 
    Norton Shores, MI 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Belanger is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Norton Shores, Michigan. Dr. Belanger is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 38 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Jones Syndrome, and Swallowing Difficulty.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology | Plastic Surgery
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology | Plastic Surgery

    West Michigan ENT PLC

    1450 Farr Rd Ste 5000, 
    Norton Shores, MI 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Bowen is an Otolaryngologist and a Plastic Surgeon practicing medicine in Norton Shores, Michigan. Dr. Bowen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 37 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ruptured Eardrum, Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, and Jones Syndrome.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Mercy Health Partners-Physician Specialist

    1675 Leahy St Ste 324B, 
    Muskegon, MI 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Steven Fox is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Muskegon, Michigan. Dr. Fox 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 Ulcerative Colitis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Mercy Health Partners-Physician Specialist

    1675 Leahy St Ste 324B, 
    Muskegon, MI 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Archana Patel is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Muskegon, Michigan. Dr. Patel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Crohn's Disease, Esophagitis, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Mercy Health Partners-Physician Specialist

    1675 Leahy St Ste 324B, 
    Muskegon, MI 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Heidi Putt is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Muskegon, Michigan. Dr. Putt is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Crohn's Disease, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Corewell Health Gastroenterology - 2009 Holton Rd

    2009 Holton Road, 
    Muskegon, MI 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    11+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Krishna Meka is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Muskegon, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 11 years. Dr. Meka 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 Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Hemorrhoids, Diverticular Disease, and Choledocholithiasis. Dr. Meka is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Meka is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Geriatrics
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Geriatrics

    Office

    1150 E Sherman Blvd Ste 1125, 
    Muskegon, MI 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Douglas Hall is a Geriatrics provider practicing medicine in Muskegon, Michigan. Dr. Hall 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 End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Anemia, Decorticate Posture, and Decerebrate Posture.

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

    West Michigan ENT PLC

    1450 Farr Rd Ste 5000, 
    Norton Shores, MI 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Arthur Potter is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Norton Shores, Michigan. Dr. Potter 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 Vertigo, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Chronic Cough, Sinusitis, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Geriatrics
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Geriatrics

    Trinity Health Medical Group-Academic Geriatrics

    1150 E Sherman Blvd Ste 1175, 
    Muskegon, MI 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jay Klein is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Muskegon, Michigan. Dr. Klein 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 Anemia, Neuronal Intranuclear Inclusion Disease (NIID), Alzheimer's Disease, and Pericarditis.

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

    Mercy Health Partners-Physician Specialist

    1675 Leahy St Ste 324B, 
    Muskegon, MI 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lucas Watts is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Muskegon, Michigan. Dr. Watts 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 Primary Biliary Cholangitis, Reynolds Syndrome, Hepatitis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

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

    Mercy Health Partners-Physician Specialist

    1675 Leahy St Ste 324B, 
    Muskegon, MI 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Julie Yam is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Muskegon, Michigan. Dr. Yam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

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

    Mercy Health Partners-Physician Specialist

    1675 Leahy St Ste 324B, 
    Muskegon, MI 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Chadwick is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Muskegon, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Chadwick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His clinical expertise encompasses Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Hemorrhoids, and Colonoscopy.

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

    Corewell Health Family Medicine And Internal Medicine - Grand Haven

    15100 Whittaker Way, 
    Grand Haven, MI 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    25+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Joseph Ortiz is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Grand Haven, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 25 years. Dr. Ortiz 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 Chronic Pain, Hypothyroidism, Sciatica, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Ortiz is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ortiz is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Office

    1909 Ruddiman Dr, 
    North Muskegon, MI 
     (6.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Noelle Franklyn is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in North Muskegon, Michigan. Dr. Franklyn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, and Familial Hypertension.

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

    Spectrum Health Primary Care Partners

    2009 Holton Rd, 
    Muskegon, MI 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Herbert Miller is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Muskegon, Michigan. Dr. Miller 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 Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

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

    Shmg Gastroenterology-North Muskegon

    2009 Holton Rd, 
    Muskegon, MI 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Bischoff is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Muskegon, Michigan. Dr. Bischoff 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 Crohn's Disease, Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC), Bile Duct Obstruction, Gastroparesis, and Endoscopy.

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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 Norton Shores, 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 Norton Shores, 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 Norton Shores, 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 Norton Shores, 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 Norton Shores, 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 Norton Shores, 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 Norton Shores, 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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