The 20 Best Painful Swallowing Doctors Near Me in hernando, MS

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 30 doctor with experience in Painful Swallowing near hernando, MS. Of these, 24 are Experienced and 6 are Advanced.

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    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine
    900 E Commerce St, 
    Hernando, MS 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sushma Chowdhary is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Hernando, Mississippi. Dr. Chowdhary is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Family Medicine

    Pravinchandra P. Patel MD PC

    423 Central Ave, 
    Coldwater, MS 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Pravin Patel is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Coldwater, Mississippi. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 56 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.

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

    GI Diagnostic & Therapeutic Center Of The Midsouth

    7668 Airways Blvd # B, 
    Southaven, MS 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Joshua French is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Southaven, Mississippi. Dr. French is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 61 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bile Duct Obstruction, Bile Duct Stricture, Cholestasis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. French is currently accepting new patients.

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

    GI Diagnostic & Therapeutic Center Of The Midsouth

    7668 Airways Blvd # B, 
    Southaven, MS 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Rajesh Ramachandran is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Southaven, Mississippi. Dr. Ramachandran is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 46 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Diverticular Disease, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Ramachandran is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Office

    7165 Getwell Rd Bldg F, 
    Southaven, MS 
     (7.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ki Chang is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Southaven, Mississippi. Dr. Chang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, High Cholesterol, and Thrombectomy. Dr. Chang is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Family Medicine

    Family Medical Clinic Of North MS Inc.

    3451 Goodman Rd E Ste 115, 
    Southaven, MS 
     (7.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Skinner is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Southaven, Mississippi. Dr. Skinner 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 High Cholesterol, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Cirrhosis, and Xanthoma. Dr. Skinner is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Family Medicine

    Desoto Family Medical Center

    75 Physicians Ln, 
    Southaven, MS 
     (9.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Troy Morris is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Southaven, Mississippi. Dr. Morris is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Morris is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Sunil Malhotra

    470 Goodman Rd E, 
    Southaven, MS 
     (9.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sunil Malhotra is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Southaven, Mississippi. Dr. Malhotra is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertensive Heart Disease, Enlarged Liver, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Malhotra is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Family Ear Nose & Throat Care

    60 Physicians Ln # 1, 
    Southaven, MS 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Louis Chanin is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Southaven, Mississippi. Dr. Chanin 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 Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo, Otitis, Infant Hearing Loss, and Jones Syndrome. Dr. Chanin is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Family Medicine

    Olive Branch Family Medical Center

    9075 Sandidge Center Cv, 
    Olive Branch, MS 
     (12.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Randall Huling is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Olive Branch, Mississippi. Dr. Huling is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 43 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Huling is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Family Medicine

    Olive Branch Family Medical Center

    9075 Sandidge Center Cv, 
    Olive Branch, MS 
     (12.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Edward Eldred is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Olive Branch, Mississippi. Dr. Eldred is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 36 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Eldred is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Baptist Memorial Hospital-Desoto

    7601 Southcrest Pkwy, 
    Southaven, MS 
     (10.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ioannis Papayannis is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Southaven, Mississippi. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Papayannis 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 Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Papayannis is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Baptist Memorial Hospital-Desoto

    7601 Southcrest Pkwy, 
    Southaven, MS 
     (10.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ulric Duncan is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Southaven, Mississippi. Dr. Duncan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 56 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Visceromegaly, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Duncan is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Baptist Memorial Hospital-Desoto

    7601 Southcrest Pkwy, 
    Southaven, MS 
     (10.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mark Moglowsky is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Southaven, Mississippi. Dr. Moglowsky is rated as an Advanced 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 Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Moglowsky is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Baptist Memorial Hospital-Desoto

    7601 Southcrest Pkwy, 
    Southaven, MS 
     (10.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    James Whatley-Iv is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Southaven, Mississippi. Dr. Whatley-Iv is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Whatley-Iv is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Baptist Memorial Hospital-Desoto

    7601 Southcrest Pkwy, 
    Southaven, MS 
     (10.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mukesh Jain is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Southaven, Mississippi. Dr. Jain 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 Diverticular Disease, Lung Nodules, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Jain is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Baptist Memorial Hospital-Desoto

    7601 Southcrest Pkwy, 
    Southaven, MS 
     (10.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Joseph Bynum is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Southaven, Mississippi. Dr. Bynum is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 40 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Ogilvie Syndrome, Peptic Ulcer, Colonoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Bynum is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Baptist Memorial Hospital-Desoto

    7601 Southcrest Pkwy, 
    Southaven, MS 
     (10.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Puchaev is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Southaven, Mississippi. Dr. Puchaev is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

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

    Baptist Memorial Hospital-Desoto

    7601 Southcrest Pkwy, 
    Southaven, MS 
     (10.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Fazal Yahya is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Southaven, Mississippi. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Yahya is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Atypical Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Yahya is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Baptist Memorial Hospital-Desoto

    7601 Southcrest Pkwy, 
    Southaven, MS 
     (10.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John Yuan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Southaven, Mississippi. Dr. Yuan is rated as an Experienced 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 Sepsis, Acute Kidney Failure, Breast Cancer, Gastrostomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Yuan 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 hernando, MS?

    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 hernando, MS?

    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 hernando, MS?

    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 hernando, MS?

    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 hernando, MS?

    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 hernando, MS?

    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 hernando, MS?

    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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