The 20 Best Painful Swallowing Doctors Near Me in Royal Oak, MI

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 480 doctor with experience in Painful Swallowing near Royal Oak, MI. Of these, 383 are Experienced, 88 are Advanced and 9 are Distinguished.

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    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Oakland Gastroenterology Associates

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

    Gregg Polidori is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Royal Oak, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 40 years. Dr. Polidori is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Diverticular Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Polidori is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Polidori is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Gastrointestinal Specialists PC

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

    Gehad Ghaith is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Troy, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 29 years. Dr. Ghaith is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bile Duct Obstruction, Cholestasis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Ghaith is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ghaith is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Gastrointestinal Specialists PC

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

    Michael Duffy is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Troy, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 52 years. Dr. Duffy is rated as an Advanced 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 Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Ulcerative Colitis, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Duffy is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Duffy is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Gastrointestinal Specialists PC

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

    Andrew Aneese is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Troy, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 11 years. Dr. Aneese is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Pancreatitis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Aneese is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Aneese is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Gastrointestinal Specialists PC

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

    Ketan Rana is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Troy, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 36 years. Dr. Rana is rated as an Advanced 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 Macroamylasemia, Bile Duct Obstruction, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Rana is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Rana is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Gastrointestinal Specialists PC

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

    Jared Bortman is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Troy, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 20 years. Dr. Bortman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Crohn's Disease, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Bortman is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Bortman is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Gastrointestinal Specialists PC

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

    Maryconi Jacob is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Troy, Michigan. She has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Jacob 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 Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Jacob is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Jacob is currently accepting new patients.

    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 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    48+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients

    Khaled Imam is an Endocrinologist and a Geriatrics provider practicing medicine in Berkley, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 48 years. Dr. Imam 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 Malnutrition, Protein Deficiency, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), and Vascular Dementia. Dr. Imam is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine, and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Imam is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Progressive Health Care PC

    2635 Coolidge Highway, 
    Berkley, MI 
     (2.2 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. He has been practicing medicine for over 48 years. Dr. Korkigian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 42 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Korkigian is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Internal Medicine and American Osteopathic Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Korkigian is currently accepting new patients.

    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 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    35+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Greek, Polish, Russian
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Danuta Molenda is a primary care provider, a Palliative Medicine specialist and a Geriatrics provider in Berkley, Michigan. She has been practicing medicine for over 35 years. Dr. Molenda is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her clinical expertise encompasses Malnutrition, Delirium, MAGIC Syndrome, and IgG4-Related Disease. Dr. Molenda is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Molenda is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    Gupta ENT Center

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

    Anil Gupta is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Royal Oak, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 33 years. Dr. Gupta 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 Tinnitus, Jones Syndrome, Infant Hearing Loss, and DFNB1. Dr. Gupta is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery. Dr. Gupta is currently accepting new patients.

    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 
     (2.4 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. He has been practicing medicine for over 41 years. Dr. Langnas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 65 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Necrosis, Neurotoxicity Syndromes, Lung Metastases, Endoscopy, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Langnas is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Internal Medicine and American Osteopathic Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Langnas is currently accepting new patients.

    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 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    25+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Adam Folbe is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Royal Oak, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 25 years. Dr. Folbe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pituitary Tumor, Sinus Cancer, Prolactinoma, Balloon Sinuplasty, and Septoplasty. Dr. Folbe is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery. Dr. Folbe is currently accepting new patients.

    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 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    11+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Scott Schwartz is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Royal Oak, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 11 years. Dr. Schwartz 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 Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder, Infant Hearing Loss, Sialadenitis, Salivary Duct Stones, and Thrombectomy. Dr. Schwartz is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery. Dr. Schwartz is currently accepting new patients.

    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 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    9+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jared Johnson is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Royal Oak, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 9 years. Dr. Johnson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Nasal Septal Hematoma, Low Nasal Bridge, Perichondritis, and Nasal Flaring. Dr. Johnson is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery. 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 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    40+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, French
    Accepting New Patients

    Sami Akkary is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Royal Oak, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 40 years. Dr. Akkary is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Diverticular Disease, Acute Pancreatitis, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Akkary is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. 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 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    46+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino, Mandarin, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Roberto Goo is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Royal Oak, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 46 years. Dr. Goo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 32 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Esophagitis, Diverticular Disease, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Goo is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Goo is currently accepting new patients.

    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 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    23+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients

    Jamal Kriem is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Royal Oak, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 23 years. Dr. Kriem is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Celiac Disease, Esophagitis, and Encopresis. Dr. Kriem is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics and American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Kriem is currently accepting new patients.

    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 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    34+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Laith Jamil is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Royal Oak, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 34 years. Dr. Jamil is rated as an Experienced 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 Bile Duct Obstruction, Cholestasis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Jamil is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Jamil is currently accepting new patients.

    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 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    41+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients

    Mouhib Ayas is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Royal Oak, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 41 years. Dr. Ayas 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 Celiac Disease, Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Esophagitis, and Crohn's Disease. Dr. Ayas is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Ayas 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 Royal Oak, 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 Royal Oak, 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 Royal Oak, 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 Royal Oak, 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 Royal Oak, 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 Royal Oak, 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 Royal Oak, 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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