The 20 Best Painful Swallowing Doctors Near Me in creve coeur, MO

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 268 doctor with experience in Painful Swallowing near creve coeur, MO. Of these, 218 are Experienced, 49 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine
    522 N. New Ballas Road, Suite 199, 
    St. Louis, MO 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Emil Fernando is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Fernando is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Pancreatitis, High Potassium Level, Peptic Ulcer, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Fernando is board certified in Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , Illinois Department Of Financial & Professional Regulation , and Missouri State Board Of Registration. Dr. Fernando is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    SLUCare Physician Group

    555 N. New Ballas Road, Suite 260, 
    St. Louis, MO 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alizabeth Weber is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Weber is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Painful Swallowing and Sinusitis. Dr. Weber is board certified in Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Referral may be required

    Office

    660 Mason Ridge Center Dr Ste 300, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kristen Stabell is a Geriatrics provider practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Stabell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), and Atrial Fibrillation. Dr. Stabell is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Mercy Clinic Internal Medicine-Medical Tower A Suite 507

    621 S New Ballas Rd Ste 507A, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Joshua Binek is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Binek is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Binek is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Office

    969 N Mason Rd Ste 160, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Ellena is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Ellena is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Jaundice, Cholestasis, Endoscopy, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Ellena is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Specialist In Gastroenterology

    11525 Olde Cabin Rd, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Leonard Weinstock is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Weinstock 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 Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS), Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Small Bowel Bacterial Overgrowth, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Weinstock is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine

    Specialist In Gastroenterology

    11525 Olde Cabin Rd, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Nikhil Banerjee is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Banerjee 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 Ulcerative Colitis, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Diverticular Disease, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Banerjee is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Specialist In Gastroenterology

    11525 Olde Cabin Rd, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Punjabi
    Accepting New Patients

    Aman Singh is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Singh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Heartburn, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Singh is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Specialist In Gastroenterology

    11525 Olde Cabin Rd, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Benjamin Root is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Root is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Root is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required
    522 N. New Ballas Road, Suite 210, 
    St. Louis, MO 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kishore Maganty is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Maganty is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Childhood Pancreatitis, Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Maganty is board certified in Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , Illinois Department Of Financial & Professional Regulation , Missouri State Board Of Registration, Drug Enforcement Administration , and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology .

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Mercy Clinic Digestive Disease

    615 S New Ballas Rd Ste 1200, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Paul King is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. King 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 Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Acute Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. King is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    11525 Olde Cabin Rd Ste 101, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Erik Thyssen is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Thyssen 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 Gastric Dysmotility, Crohn's Disease, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Thyssen is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Mercy Clinic Digestive Disease

    615 S New Ballas Rd Ste 1200, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Telugu
    Accepting New Patients

    Muddasani Reddy is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Reddy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Colitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Reddy is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine

    Mercy Clinic Digestive Disease

    615 S New Ballas Rd Ste 1200, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Paul Buse is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Buse is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Crohn's Disease, Barrett Esophagus, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Buse is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Plastic Surgery | Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Plastic Surgery | Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required
    10448 Old Olive St. Road, Suite 250, 
    St. Louis, MO 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Tara Ramachandra is a Plastic Surgeon and an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in St. Louis, Missouri. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Ramachandra is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her clinical expertise encompasses Empyema, Vertigo, Sinusitis, Grass Allergy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Ramachandra is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , Missouri State Board Of Registration, and Drug Enforcement Administration . Dr. Ramachandra is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Missouri Baptist Medical Center

    3015 N Ballas Rd, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Barry Abramson is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Abramson 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 Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Referral may be required

    Missouri Baptist Medical Center

    3015 N Ballas Rd, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mohammad Tarik-Firozi is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Tarik-Firozi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 44 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Esophageal Varices, Lactose Intolerance, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Barnes Jewish West County Hospital

    12634 Olive Blvd, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Gabriel Lang is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Lang 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 Bile Duct Obstruction, Cholestasis, Jaundice, Endoscopy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Lang is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Digestive Consultants LLC

    224 S Woods Mill Rd, Suite 610s, 
    Chesterfield, MO 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sajid Zafar is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Chesterfield, Missouri. Dr. Zafar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 39 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hereditary Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Zafar is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Washington University

    660 S Euclid Ave, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Chandra Gyawali is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Gyawali is rated as a Distinguished 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 Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Hiatal Hernia, Achalasia, Endoscopy, and Gastric Bypass. Dr. Gyawali is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    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 creve coeur, 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 creve coeur, 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 creve coeur, 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 creve coeur, 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 creve coeur, 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 creve coeur, 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 creve coeur, 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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