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    MediFind found 170 doctor with experience in Painful Swallowing near Saint Charles, MO. Of these, 126 are Experienced, 43 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    170 providers found
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Ssm Medical Group Inc

      400 1st Capitol Dr, Suite 201, 
      Saint Charles, MO 
       (0.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Romanian
      Accepting New Patients

      Marin Marcu is a Gastroenterologist in Saint Charles, Missouri. Dr. Marcu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Benign Esophageal Stricture, Lower Esophageal Ring, Menetrier Disease, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Marcu is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Ssm Medical Group Inc

      400 1st Capitol Dr, Suite 201, 
      Saint Charles, MO 
       (0.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Richard Geisman is a Gastroenterologist in Saint Charles, Missouri. Dr. Geisman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Esophagitis, Turcot Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Geisman is currently accepting new patients.

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      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      12277 DePaul Dr, #401, 
      Bridgeton, MO 
       (3.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Raymond Mohrman is a Gastroenterologist in Bridgeton, Missouri. Dr. Mohrman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Morning Sickness, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrostomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Mohrman is currently accepting new patients.

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      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology

      Northwest Otolaryngology Inc

      12255 Depaul Dr, Suite 470, 
      Bridgeton, MO 
       (3.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Jason Hanson is an Otolaryngologist in Bridgeton, Missouri. Dr. Hanson 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 Otitis. Dr. Hanson is currently accepting new patients.

      Benjamin M. Conoyer
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology | Allergy and Immunology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology | Allergy and Immunology

      Midwest ENT Centre

      4790 Executive Centre Parkway, 
      St.peters, MO 
       (6.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Benjamin Conoyer is an Otolaryngologist and an Allergy and Immunologist in St.peters, Missouri. Dr. Conoyer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Low Nasal Bridge, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Sinusitis, and Infant Hearing Loss. Dr. Conoyer is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Ssm Medical Group Inc

      400 1st Capitol Dr, Suite 201, 
      Saint Charles, MO 
       (0.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Hari Diwakaran is a Gastroenterologist in Saint Charles, Missouri. Dr. Diwakaran is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Esophagitis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Diwakaran is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      400 1st Capitol Dr, Suite 201, 
      Saint Charles, MO 
       (0.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Martin Altman is a Gastroenterologist in Saint Charles, Missouri. Dr. Altman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Esophagitis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, and Gastrectomy.

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

      Ssm Medical Group Inc

      711 Veterans Memorial Pkwy, Suite 300, 
      Saint Charles, MO 
       (1.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Kurt Piening is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Saint Charles, Missouri. Dr. Piening is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Childhood Pancreatitis, Pneumonia, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Piening is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Family Medicine | Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Family Medicine | Internal Medicine

      Ssm Medical Group Inc

      711 Veterans Memorial Pkwy, Suite 300, 
      Saint Charles, MO 
       (1.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Daniel Kramer is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine and Internal Medicine in Saint Charles, Missouri. Dr. Kramer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Memory Loss, Coronary Heart Disease, and Anemia. Dr. Kramer is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Ssm Medical Group Inc

      12255 De Paul Dr, Suite 600, 
      Bridgeton, MO 
       (3.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Josey Page is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bridgeton, Missouri. Dr. Page is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Renovascular Hypertension, Emphysema, Bullae, and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).

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

      Ssm Medical Group Inc

      12255 De Paul Dr, Suite 600, 
      Bridgeton, MO 
       (3.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Cami Watkins is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bridgeton, Missouri. Dr. Watkins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Watkins is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Hospital Medicine | Pain Medicine | Holistic Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Hospital Medicine | Pain Medicine | Holistic Medicine

      Sound Physicians Of Illinois LLC

      12303 De Paul Dr, 
      Bridgeton, MO 
       (3.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Tahreem Aziz is a Hospital Medicine specialist and a Pain Medicine provider in Bridgeton, Missouri. Ms. Aziz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Liver Failure, Painful Swallowing, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

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

      West Florissant Internists, Inc

      3165 Mckelvey Rd, Suite 100, 
      Bridgeton, MO 
       (3.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Naveed Razzaque is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bridgeton, Missouri. Dr. Razzaque is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Hypertensive Heart Disease, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Razzaque is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Geriatrics | Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Geriatrics | Internal Medicine
      3394 Mckelvey Rd, Suite 106, 
      Bridgeton, MO 
       (3.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Yoruba
      Accepting New Patients

      Roland Akinyede is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics and Internal Medicine in Bridgeton, Missouri. Dr. Akinyede is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, Dementia, Anemia, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Akinyede is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Pain Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Pain Medicine

      Gateway Midwest Healthcare

      12174 Natural Bridge Rd, 
      Bridgeton, MO 
       (3.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Paul Catanzaro is a Pain Medicine provider in Bridgeton, Missouri. Dr. Catanzaro is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Sacroiliac Joint Disease, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Opisthotonos, and Muscle Spasms. Dr. Catanzaro is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Family Medicine | Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Family Medicine | Internal Medicine
      711 Veterans Memorial Pkwy Ste 300, 
      Saint Charles, MO 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Richard Murray is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine and Internal Medicine in Saint Charles, Missouri. Dr. Murray 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, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Narcolepsy. Dr. Murray is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Family Medicine | Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Family Medicine | Internal Medicine
      711 Veterans Memorial Pkwy Ste 300, 
      Saint Charles, MO 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Martin Walsh is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine and Internal Medicine in Saint Charles, Missouri. Dr. Walsh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Lung Metastases, Coronary Heart Disease, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), and Carotid Artery Surgery.

      Matthew P. Page
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology

      Midwest Ent Centre, PC

      4790 Executive Centre Pkwy, 
      Saint Peters, MO 
       (5.8 miles away)
      Experience:
      26+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Dr. Page is a native of Windsor, Ontario, Canada. He graduated in 1995 from Ecole Secondaire l’Essor – a French Catholic high school in his hometown. He then pursued his pre-medical studies at McGill University in Montreal, Quebec, Canada where he majored in physiology and minored in neuroscience. After graduating in 1999, Dr. Page spent a year in Southern Africa based on the missionary hospital ship M/V Anastasis doing health education and outreach in remote communities in Zambia and Zimbabwe. Having caught the travel bug, he then moved to Australia to pursue his medical degree at the University of Sydney where he graduated with honors in 2004.After medical school, Dr. Page continued his medical training at the University of Missouri – Columbia, serving both his surgical internship from 2005-2006 and residency in Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery from 2006-2010. During residency, he authored many original scientific articles and presented his research at national scientific meetings. He received awards from the American Academy of Otololaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery, including the Resident Leadership Award and a Travel Grant that allowed him to travel to Kenya to perform cleft lip / palate surgery. He was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society in and received the MU Most Outstanding Resident Award for Excellence in Medical Education.After graduating from residency in 2010, Dr. Page was recruited to the MU School of Medicine faculty, where he served as Assistant Professor of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery. As an academic surgeon, Dr. Page had a busy clinical practice taking care of patients. He also served as the director of medical student education where he had the opportunity to help train hundreds of future doctors – many of whom are practicing across Missouri. In addition, Dr. Page founded and directed the MU Voice, Swallow and Airway Center – an interdisciplinary center that has become a leader in voice, swallow and airway research.While in Columbia, Dr. Page met his wife Jenna – a St. Louis County native who graduated from Nerinx Hall. With their growing family, the Pages relocated to the St. Louis area in 2016 where they now have an abundance of free babysitters!Since joining Midwest ENT in 2016, Dr. Page has brought his expertise in voice, swallow and airway disorders, as well as in general otolaryngology, to St. Charles County.Dr. Page is board-certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery and the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada. He has been elected a Fellow of the American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery and the American College of Surgeons. He enjoys traveling to unusual places, jumping on the trampoline and making a huge mess in the kitchen. Dr. Page is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Nasal Septal Hematoma, Infant Hearing Loss, Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss, and Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo.

      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology | Allergy and Immunology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology | Allergy and Immunology

      Midwest ENT Centre

      4790 Executive Centre Parkway, 
      St.peters, MO 
       (6.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Robert Mac Donald is an Otolaryngologist and an Allergy and Immunologist in St.peters, Missouri. Dr. Mac Donald is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are DFNB1, Jones Syndrome, Infant Hearing Loss, and Sinusitis. Dr. Mac Donald is currently accepting new patients.

      Jeffrey E. Mathews
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Gateway Gastroenterology Inc.

      121 St Luke’s Center Drive Ste 406, 
      Chesterfield, MO 
       (9.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Jeffrey Mathews is a Gastroenterologist in Chesterfield, Missouri. Dr. Mathews is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Barrett Esophagus, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

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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 Saint Charles, MO?

      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 Saint Charles, MO?

      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 Saint Charles, MO?

      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 Saint Charles, MO?

      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 Saint Charles, MO?

      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 Saint Charles, MO?

      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 Saint Charles, MO?

      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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