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    MediFind found 304 doctor with experience in Painful Swallowing near West Bloomfield, MI. Of these, 238 are Experienced, 60 are Advanced and 6 are Distinguished.

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    304 providers found
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology

      Henry Ford Health System

      6773 W Maple Rd, 
      West Bloomfield, MI 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Lamont Jones is an Otolaryngologist in West Bloomfield, Michigan. Dr. Jones is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Newborn Head Molding, Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Septoplasty, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Jones is currently accepting new patients.

      Louis L. Sobol
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology

      Oakland ENT

      6900 Orchard Lake Road, Suite 314, 
      West Bloomfield, MI 
       (1.4 miles away)
      Experience:
      31+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Louis Sobol is an Otolaryngologist in West Bloomfield, Michigan. Dr. Sobol has been practicing medicine for over 31 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Spasmodic Dysphonia, Vocal Cord Dysfunction, Nasal Polyps, and Infant Hearing Loss. Dr. Sobol is currently accepting new patients.

      Michael S. Haupert
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology | Pediatric Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology | Pediatric Otolaryngology

      Michigan Pediatric ENT Associates

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

      Michael Haupert is an Otolaryngologist and a Pediatric Otolaryngologist in West Bloomfield, Michigan. Dr. Haupert has been practicing medicine for over 38 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Laryngomalacia, Tonsillitis, Stridor, Adenoidectomy, and Balloon Sinuplasty. Dr. Haupert is currently accepting new patients.

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      Robert J. Stachler
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology

      Stachler ENT

      33200 West 14 Mile Road, Suite 240, 
      West Bloomfield, MI 
       (1.8 miles away)
      Experience:
      36+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Robert Stachler is an Otolaryngologist in West Bloomfield, Michigan. Dr. Stachler has been practicing medicine for over 36 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Laryngitis, Spasmodic Dysphonia, Velopharyngeal Insufficiency, Laryngectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Stachler is currently accepting new patients.

      Nicole L. Ryke
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Family Medicine

      Millennium Affiliated Physicians

      32255 Northwestern Highway, Suite 130A, 
      Farmington Hills, MI 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Nicole Ryke is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Farmington Hills, Michigan. Dr. Ryke is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Collagenous Colitis, Necrosis, Pulmonary Embolism, Endoscopy, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Ryke is currently accepting new patients.

      Steve Z. Kallabat
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Pediatrics | Internal Medicine

      Internal Medicine And Pediatrics Of Bloomfield P.C.

      1109 West Long Lake Rd, 
      Bloomfield Hills, MI 
       (3.9 miles away)
      Experience:
      29+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Aramaic 
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Steve Kallabat is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. Dr. Kallabat 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 High Cholesterol, Macroamylasemia, Erectile Dysfunction (ED), and Persistent Genital Arousal Disorder. Dr. Kallabat is currently accepting new patients.

      Jay R. Levinson
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Digestive Health Associates, PLC

      30055 Northwestern Highway, Suite 250, 
      Farmington Hills, MI 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Experience:
      46+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Russian
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Jay Levinson is a Gastroenterologist in Farmington Hills, Michigan. Dr. Levinson 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 Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Levinson is currently accepting new patients.

      James S. Brooks
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology

      James S Brooks MD

      29275 Northwestern Highway, Suite 208, 
      Southfield, MI 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Experience:
      43+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      James Brooks is an Otolaryngologist in Southfield, Michigan. Dr. Brooks has been practicing medicine for over 43 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Hearing Loss, Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo, Stridor, Gastrostomy, and Myringotomy. Dr. Brooks is currently accepting new patients.

      Champa L. Dassanayake
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine

      Comprehensive Primary Care Physicians

      31500 Telegraph Road, Suite 115, 
      Bingham Farms, MI 
       (4.7 miles away)
      Experience:
      41+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Sinhala

      Champa Dassanayake is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bingham Farms, Michigan. Dr. Dassanayake has been practicing medicine for over 41 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.

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

      Infinity Primary Care - Associates In Internal Medicine

      5777 West Maple Road, Suite 140, 
      West Bloomfield, MI 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Experience:
      31+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Maribeth Knight is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in West Bloomfield, Michigan. Dr. Knight has been practicing medicine for over 31 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Hypertensive Heart Disease, Enlarged Liver, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft. Dr. Knight is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Internal Medicine Specialists

      5821 West Maple Road, Suite 190, 
      West Bloomfield, MI 
       (1.8 miles away)
      Experience:
      42+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Seth Mindell is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in West Bloomfield, Michigan. Dr. Mindell has been practicing medicine for over 42 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension. Dr. Mindell is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Internal Medicine Specialists

      5821 West Maple Road, Suite 190, 
      West Bloomfield, MI 
       (1.8 miles away)
      Experience:
      50+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Steven Feldman is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in West Bloomfield, Michigan. Dr. Feldman has been practicing medicine for over 50 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Feldman is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Internal Medicine & Primary Care Specialists

      2300 Haggerty Road, Suite 1010, 
      West Bloomfield, MI 
       (3.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Eric Rosenbaum is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in West Bloomfield, Michigan. Dr. Rosenbaum is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Glossitis, Pernicious Anemia, Obesity in Children, and Pericarditis. Dr. Rosenbaum is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Hospital Physicians Network

      30000 Northwestern Highway, 
      Farmington Hills, MI 
       (4.0 miles away)
      Experience:
      26+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Vinay Reddy is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Farmington Hills, Michigan. Dr. Reddy has been practicing medicine for over 26 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Pneumonia, Peptic Ulcer, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Reddy is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Family Medicine | Geriatrics
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Family Medicine | Geriatrics

      Premier Physicians Care

      37674 Avon Lane, 
      Farmington Hills, MI 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Experience:
      47+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Frank Winters is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine and Geriatrics in Farmington Hills, Michigan. Dr. Winters 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 Anemia, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), and Peptic Ulcer. Dr. Winters is currently accepting new patients.

      Jeffrey S. Weingarten
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing

      Ear Nose & Throat Consultants

      29201 Telegraph Road, Suite 500, 
      Southfield, MI 
       (5.3 miles away)
      Experience:
      44+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Jeffrey Weingarten is an Otolaryngologist in Southfield, Michigan. Dr. Weingarten has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Jones Syndrome, DFNB1, Infant Hearing Loss, and Dry Mouth. Dr. Weingarten is currently accepting new patients.

      Jeffrey M. Hotaling
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing

      Ear Nose & Throat Consultants

      29201 Telegraph Road, Suite 500, 
      Southfield, MI 
       (5.3 miles away)
      Experience:
      16+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, French, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Jeffrey Hotaling is an Otolaryngologist in Southfield, Michigan. Dr. Hotaling 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 Cancer, Tongue Cancer, Throat Cancer, Laryngectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Hotaling is currently accepting new patients.

      Firdous A. Siddiqui
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Firdous A Siddiqui MD

      27209 Lahser Road, Suite 226, 
      Southfield, MI 
       (6.9 miles away)
      Experience:
      36+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu
      Accepting New Patients

      Firdous Siddiqui is a Gastroenterologist in Southfield, Michigan. Dr. Siddiqui has been practicing medicine for over 36 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC), Gas Bloat Syndrome, Heartburn, Gastrostomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Siddiqui is currently accepting new patients.

      Ashok K. Bansal
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine

      Southeast Michigan Medical Associates PC

      18451 West 12 Mile Road, Suite 200, 
      Lathrup Village, MI 
       (7.8 miles away)
      Experience:
      47+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Punjabi
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Ashok Bansal is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lathrup Village, Michigan. Dr. Bansal has been practicing medicine for over 47 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Anemia, Landau-Kleffner Syndrome, Memory Loss, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Bansal 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 
       (9.1 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.

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      Last Updated: 01/09/2026

      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 West Bloomfield, 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 West Bloomfield, 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 West Bloomfield, 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 West Bloomfield, 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 West Bloomfield, 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 West Bloomfield, 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 West Bloomfield, 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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