The 20 Best Painful Swallowing Doctors Near Me in Mississippi, US

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The 20 Best Painful Swallowing Doctors in Mississippi, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 409 doctor with experience in Painful Swallowing near Mississippi, US. Of these, 298 are Experienced, 70 are Advanced and 41 are Distinguished.

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409 providers found
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Ochsner Rush Ambulatory Care Center

    1300 18th Ave., 
    Meridian, MS 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Vincent Dungan is a Gastroenterologist in Meridian, Mississippi. Dr. Dungan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Dungan is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Family Medicine
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Family Medicine

    Minor Medical Care

    2860 McDowell Road Ext, 
    Jackson, MS 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Timothy Estes is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Jackson, Mississippi. Dr. Estes is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Chronic Cough.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Joel T Callahan Thomas H. Greer JR & A Gary Boone PTR.

    1600 22nd Ave, 
    Meridian, MS 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Anthony Thomas is a Gastroenterologist in Meridian, Mississippi. Dr. Thomas is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Lower Esophageal Ring, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Painful Swallowing, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

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    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Meridian Medical Associates PA

    2024 15th St Fl 2, 
    Meridian, MS 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    William Thaggard is a Gastroenterologist in Meridian, Mississippi. Dr. Thaggard is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Lower Esophageal Ring, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Painful Swallowing, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    2510 Lakeland Dr, 
    Flowood, MS 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Makau Lee is a Gastroenterologist in Flowood, Mississippi. Dr. Lee is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    300 Rawls Dr Ste 1200, 
    Mccomb, MS 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephen Keith is a Gastroenterologist in Mccomb, Mississippi. Dr. Keith is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Benign Esophageal Stricture, Lower Esophageal Ring, Diverticular Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    2510 Lakeland Dr, 
    Flowood, MS 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John Runnels is a Gastroenterologist in Flowood, Mississippi. Dr. Runnels is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Lower Esophageal Ring, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Joel T Callahan Thomas H. Greer JR & A Gary Boone PTR.

    1600 22nd Ave, 
    Meridian, MS 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas Calvit is a Gastroenterologist in Meridian, Mississippi. Dr. Calvit is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Gastroenterology Associates Of North MS

    1208 Office Park Dr, 
    Oxford, MS 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephen Threadgill is a Gastroenterologist in Oxford, Mississippi. Dr. Threadgill is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Lower Esophageal Ring, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine

    Natchez Regional Clinic

    136 Jefferson Davis Blvd # B, 
    Natchez, MS 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kellen Jex is an Internal Medicine provider in Natchez, Mississippi. Dr. Jex is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Gastrointestinal Assoc Endoscopy

    2510 Lakeland Dr, 
    Flowood, MS 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Cynthia Wright is a Gastroenterologist in Flowood, Mississippi. Dr. Wright is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Lower Esophageal Ring, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Portal Hypertension, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Gastrointestinal Assoc Endoscopy

    2510 Lakeland Dr, 
    Flowood, MS 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Stewart Boyd is a Gastroenterologist in Flowood, Mississippi. Dr. Boyd is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Pancreatic Cancer, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Gastrointestinal Associates Endoscopy Center LLC

    1815 Mission 66, 
    Vicksburg, MS 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Albert Chiemprabha is a Gastroenterologist in Vicksburg, Mississippi. Dr. Chiemprabha is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Lower Esophageal Ring, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine

    Greenwood Leflore Hospital

    1401 River Rd, 
    Greenwood, MS 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Goldberg is an Internal Medicine provider in Greenwood, Mississippi. Dr. Goldberg is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC), Colitis, Painful Swallowing, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    2510 Lakeland Dr, 
    Flowood, MS 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    James Underwood is a Gastroenterologist in Flowood, Mississippi. Dr. Underwood is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    GI Diagnostic & Therapeutic Center Of The Midsouth

    7668 Airways Blvd # B, 
    Southaven, MS 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Griffith is a Gastroenterologist in Southaven, Mississippi. Dr. Griffith is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Diverticular Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Hattiesburg GI Associates PLLC

    100 Methodist Hospital Blvd, 
    Hattiesburg, MS 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Charles Morrissette is a Gastroenterologist in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. Dr. Morrissette is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Indigestion, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    2510 Lakeland Dr, 
    Flowood, MS 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ollie Jones is an Internal Medicine provider in Flowood, Mississippi. Dr. Jones is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Protein Deficiency, Gastrostomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Magnolia Imaging LLC

    3890 Bienville Blvd, 
    Ocean Springs, MS 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Alfred Mcnair is a Gastroenterologist in Ocean Springs, Mississippi. Dr. Mcnair is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Barrett Esophagus, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Esophagitis, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    2510 Lakeland Dr, 
    Flowood, MS 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Paul Milner is a Gastroenterologist in Flowood, Mississippi. Dr. Milner is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Lower Esophageal Ring, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Childhood Volvulus, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    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 in Mississippi, US?

    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 in Mississippi, US?

    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 in Mississippi, US?

    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 in Mississippi, US?

    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 in Mississippi, US?

    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 in Mississippi, US?

    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 in Mississippi, US?

    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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