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    MediFind found 150 doctor with experience in Painful Swallowing near Matthews, NC. Of these, 129 are Experienced, 18 are Advanced and 3 are Distinguished.

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    150 providers found
      Mark J. Heitbrink
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Family Medicine

      Atrium Health Primary Care Mint Hill Commons Family Medicine

      11304 Hawthorne Drive, Suite 100, 
      Mint Hill, NC 
       (5.0 miles away)
      Experience:
      46+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Mark Heitbrink is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Mint Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Heitbrink 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 High Cholesterol, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Hypothyroidism, and Hypertension. Dr. Heitbrink is currently accepting new patients.

      Peter S. Justis
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine

      Atrium Health Primary Care Charlotte Medical Clinic

      4525 Cameron Valley Parkway, Suite 3100, 
      Charlotte, NC 
       (6.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Peter Justis is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Justis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, High Cholesterol, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Folate Deficiency. Dr. Justis is currently accepting new patients.

      Dupal Patel
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Geriatrics
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Geriatrics

      Atrium Health CMC Elizabeth Family Medicine

      2001 Vail Ave., Suite 400, 
      Charlotte, NC 
       (8.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Dupal Patel is a Geriatrics provider in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Alzheimer's Disease, Vascular Dementia, Dementia, and Cerebellar Degeneration. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.

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      Ricardo A. Caicedo
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Pediatric Gastroenterology | Hepatology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Pediatric Gastroenterology | Hepatology

      Atrium Health Levine Children's Gastroenterology

      1001 Blythe Blvd., Suite F, 
      Charlotte, NC 
       (9.0 miles away)
      Experience:
      26+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Ricardo Caicedo is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist and a Hepatologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Caicedo 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 Gastroschisis, Short Bowel Syndrome, Small Bowel Bacterial Overgrowth, and Malnutrition. Dr. Caicedo is currently accepting new patients.

      Lisa Summers
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Pediatric Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Pediatric Gastroenterology

      Atrium Health Levine Children's Gastroenterology

      1001 Blythe Blvd., Suite F, 
      Charlotte, NC 
       (9.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Lisa Summers is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Summers is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Lactose Intolerance, Malnutrition, Protein Deficiency, and Painful Swallowing. Dr. Summers is currently accepting new patients.

      Lay H. Cheng
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Pediatric Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Pediatric Gastroenterology

      Atrium Health Levine Children's Gastroenterology

      1001 Blythe Blvd., Suite F, 
      Charlotte, NC 
       (9.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Mandarin
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Lay Cheng is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Cheng is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Celiac Disease, and Ulcerative Colitis. Dr. Cheng is currently accepting new patients.

      Stephen E. Deal
      Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Carolina Digestive Health Associates PA

      300 Billingsley Rd, Suite 200, 
      Charlotte, NC 
       (6.9 miles away)
      Experience:
      40+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Stephen Deal is a Gastroenterologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Deal has been practicing medicine for over 40 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Bile Duct Obstruction, Bile Duct Stricture, Gallstones, Endoscopy, and Gastric Bypass. Dr. Deal is currently accepting new patients.

      Ronnie Cyzner
      Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Carolina Digestive Health Associates PA

      10620 Park Rd, Suite 102, 
      Charlotte, NC 
       (8.4 miles away)
      Experience:
      33+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Ronnie Cyzner is a Gastroenterologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Cyzner has been practicing medicine for over 33 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Gas Bloat Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Cyzner is currently accepting new patients.

      Catherine Helfrich
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine

      CoreLife Novant Health - Matthews

      855 Sam Newell Road, Suite 204, 
      Matthews, NC 
       (0.6 miles away)
      Experience:
      8+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Catherine Helfrich is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Matthews, North Carolina. Dr. Helfrich has been practicing medicine for over 8 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Esophagitis, Swallowing Difficulty, and Painful Swallowing.

      Susan Owens
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine

      Novant Health First Charlotte Physicians Matthews

      1401 Matthews Township Parkway, Suite 200, 
      Matthews, NC 
       (0.6 miles away)
      Experience:
      32+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Susan Owens is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Matthews, North Carolina. Dr. Owens has been practicing medicine for over 32 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Osteomyelitis in Children, Degos Disease, and Obesity in Children.

      Joseph H. Zeidan
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology | Hepatology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology | Hepatology

      Atrium Health Gastroenterology And Hepatology

      1100 Healing Way, Suite 21B, 
      Matthews, NC 
       (4.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Joseph Zeidan is a Hepatologist and a Gastroenterologist in Matthews, North Carolina. Dr. Zeidan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Zeidan is currently accepting new patients.

      Jason L. Glass
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Family Medicine

      Atrium Health Primary Care Barnett Family Medicine

      7666 Charlotte Hwy., Suite 120, 
      Indian Land, SC 
       (14.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Jason Glass is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Indian Land, South Carolina. Dr. Glass is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, Folate Deficiency, and Hypertension. Dr. Glass is currently accepting new patients.

      Eric B. Thompson
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology | Hepatology
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology | Hepatology

      Carolina Digestive Health Associates PA

      300 Billingsley Rd, Suite 200, 
      Charlotte, NC 
       (6.9 miles away)
      Experience:
      39+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Eric Thompson is a Hepatologist and a Gastroenterologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Thompson has been practicing medicine for over 39 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Diverticular Disease, Turcot Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Thompson is currently accepting new patients.

      Babatola A. Durojaiye
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine

      Atrium Health CMC Myers Park Internal Medicine

      1350 S. Kings Drive, 
      Charlotte, NC 
       (8.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Babatola Durojaiye is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Durojaiye is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Sepsis, Gastrostomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Durojaiye is currently accepting new patients.

      Thad Clements
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Family Medicine

      Novant Health Senior Living Health Services - Charlotte

      108 Providence Rd, 
      Charlotte, NC 
       (8.6 miles away)
      Experience:
      31+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Thad Clements is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Clements has been practicing medicine for over 31 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Gerstmann Syndrome, Dysgraphia, Chronic Cough, and Dementia.

      Baharak Moshiree
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Atrium Health Center For Digestive Health & Surgery

      1025 Morehead Medical Drive, Suite 300, 
      Charlotte, NC 
       (8.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Baharak Moshiree is a Gastroenterologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Moshiree is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Gastroparesis, Small Bowel Bacterial Overgrowth, Bowel Incontinence, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Moshiree is currently accepting new patients.

      Amit Aravapalli
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Atrium Health Gastroenterology And Hepatology Kenilworth

      1225 Harding Place, Suite 5100, 
      Charlotte, NC 
       (9.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Amit Aravapalli is a Gastroenterologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Aravapalli is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Aravapalli is currently accepting new patients.

      Douglas Villaret
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology

      CEENTA Pineville

      10405 Centrum Pkwy, 
      Pineville, NC 
       (10.0 miles away)
      Experience:
      34+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Douglas Villaret is an Otolaryngologist in Pineville, North Carolina. Dr. Villaret has been practicing medicine for over 34 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Mikulicz Disease, Throat Cancer, Laryngeal Cancer, Thyroidectomy, and Gastrostomy.

      Michael B. Friedland
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine

      Atrium Health Primary Care Charlotte Medical Clinic

      4525 Cameron Valley Parkway, Suite 3100, 
      Charlotte, NC 
       (6.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Michael Friedland is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Friedland is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension. Dr. Friedland is currently accepting new patients.

      Christopher D. Ferris
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Tryon Medical Partners, PLLC

      6060 Piedmont Row Dr S, 
      Charlotte, NC 
       (6.9 miles away)
      Experience:
      33+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Christopher Ferris is a Gastroenterologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Ferris has been practicing medicine for over 33 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), Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gardner Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Ferris 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 Matthews, NC?

      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 Matthews, NC?

      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 Matthews, NC?

      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 Matthews, NC?

      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 Matthews, NC?

      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 Matthews, NC?

      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 Matthews, NC?

      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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