The 20 Best Painful Swallowing Doctors Near Me in Paramus, NJ

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The 20 Best Painful Swallowing Doctors near Paramus, NJ

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 842 doctor with experience in Painful Swallowing near Paramus, NJ. Of these, 731 are Experienced, 104 are Advanced and 7 are Distinguished.

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842 providers found
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    Bergen Ear, Nose And Throat Associates

    20 Prospect Avenue, Suite 613, 
    Hackensack, NJ 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brian Benson is an Otolaryngologist in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Benson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Laryngeal Nerve Damage, Laryngeal Cancer, Throat Cancer, Laryngectomy, and Myringotomy.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Shukla Medical Group

    1 West Ridgewood Avenue, Suite 203, 
    Paramus, NJ 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nilesh Shukla is a Gastroenterologist in Paramus, New Jersey. Dr. Shukla is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Colitis, Esophagitis, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrostomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    ENT And Allergy Associates

    690 Kinderkamack Road, Suite 101, 
    Oradell, NJ 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Huang is an Otolaryngologist in Oradell, New Jersey. Dr. Huang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, Jones Syndrome, DFNB1, and Hearing Loss.

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    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    ENT And Allergy Associates

    690 Kinderkamack Road, Suite 101, 
    Oradell, NJ 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Irvin Bough is an Otolaryngologist in Oradell, New Jersey. Dr. Bough is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, Jones Syndrome, DFNB1, and Palatal Myoclonus.

    Sharyar D. Samadi
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    Daniel Samadi MD PC

    10 Forest Ave, Suite 100, 
    Paramus, NJ 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    28+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Sharyar Samadi, MD is a pediatric otolaryngology (ear, nose & throat) specialist in Paramus, NJ and has over 27 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Johns Hopkins University in 1996. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center and Hackensack University Medical Center. He is accepting new patients. Dr. Samadi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Ozena, Palatal Myoclonus, Nonallergic Rhinopathy, and Dry Mouth.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    ENT And Allergy Associates

    433 Hackensack Avenue, Suite 204, 
    Hackensack, NJ 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robin Brody is an Otolaryngologist in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Brody is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Jones Syndrome, Palatal Myoclonus, Ozena, and Nonallergic Rhinopathy.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Hackensack Digestive Disease Associates

    52 1st Street, 
    Hackensack, NJ 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Fahad Khan is a Gastroenterologist in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Khan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Hackensack Digestive Disease Associates

    52 1st Street, 
    Hackensack, NJ 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Felig is a Gastroenterologist in Hackensack, New Jersey. Dr. Felig is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Heartburn, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    ENT And Allergy Associates

    650 From Road, Suite 170, 
    Paramus, NJ 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Cristen Cusumano is an Otolaryngologist in Paramus, New Jersey. Dr. Cusumano has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are DFNB1, Infant Hearing Loss, Jones Syndrome, and Palatal Myoclonus.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    HMH - Primary Care - Paramus

    277 Forest Avenue, Suite 200, 
    Paramus, NJ 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeremiah Kurz is a Gastroenterologist in Paramus, New Jersey. Dr. Kurz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    ENT And Allergy Associates

    650 From Road, Suite 170, 
    Paramus, NJ 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jason Abramowitz is an Otolaryngologist in Paramus, New Jersey. Dr. Abramowitz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Palatal Myoclonus, Nonallergic Rhinopathy, Ozena, Infant Hearing Loss, and Osteotomy.

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

    HMH - Primary Care - Paramus

    277 Forest Avenue, Suite 200, 
    Paramus, NJ 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Javed Yousaf is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Paramus, New Jersey. Dr. Yousaf is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Anemia.

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

    Das Medical Associates

    1 Sears Drive, 
    Paramus, NJ 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Urmi Das is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Paramus, New Jersey. Dr. Das is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Pediatric Growth Hormone Deficiency, Addison's Disease, Growth Hormone Deficiency (GHD), COVID-19, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing

    Geriatrics And Internal Medicine Associates Of Northeast, LLC

    1 West Ridgewood Avenue, Suite 203, 
    Paramus, NJ 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Susanthi Gunadasa is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Paramus, New Jersey. Dr. Gunadasa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Gastrostomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Hackensack Gastroenterology Associates, PA

    130 Kinderkamack Road, Suite 301, 
    River Edge, NJ 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Richard Lin is a Gastroenterologist in River Edge, New Jersey. Dr. Lin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Gastric Dysmotility, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Swallowing Difficulty, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Hackensack Gastroenterology Associates, PA

    130 Kinderkamack Road, Suite 301, 
    River Edge, NJ 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Steven Leibowitz is a Gastroenterologist in River Edge, New Jersey. Dr. Leibowitz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Ulcerative Colitis, Turcot Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Hackensack Gastroenterology Associates, PA

    130 Kinderkamack Road, Suite 301, 
    River Edge, NJ 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    George Nikias is a Gastroenterologist in River Edge, New Jersey. Dr. Nikias is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Hepatitis, Autoimmune Hepatitis, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Hackensack Gastroenterology Associates, PA

    130 Kinderkamack Road, Suite 301, 
    River Edge, NJ 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Eric Rosendorf is a Gastroenterologist in River Edge, New Jersey. Dr. Rosendorf is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gardner Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Hackensack Gastroenterology Associates, PA

    130 Kinderkamack Road, Suite 301, 
    River Edge, NJ 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Aditi Chhada is a Gastroenterologist in River Edge, New Jersey. Dr. Chhada 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, Diverticular Disease, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    North Jersey Gi Associates

    15-01 Broadway, Suite 28, 
    Fair Lawn, NJ 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ramesh Gupta is a Gastroenterologist in Fair Lawn, New Jersey. Dr. Gupta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Congenital Hepatic Fibrosis, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Gastritis, and Hemorrhoids. Dr. Gupta is currently accepting new patients.

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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 near Paramus, NJ?

    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 Paramus, NJ?

    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 Paramus, NJ?

    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 Paramus, NJ?

    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 Paramus, NJ?

    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 Paramus, NJ?

    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 Paramus, NJ?

    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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