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

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 301 doctor with experience in Painful Swallowing near Parsippany, NJ. Of these, 265 are Experienced and 36 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Affiliates In Gastroenterology

    137 Main Road, 
    Montville, NJ 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Morton is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Montville, New Jersey. Dr. Morton is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heartburn, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Morton is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    ENT And Allergy Associates

    900 Lanidex Plaza, Suite 300, 
    Parsippany, NJ 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brian Lebovitz is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Parsippany, New Jersey. Dr. Lebovitz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Trachoma, Laryngitis, Ozena, and Nonallergic Rhinopathy.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Summit Medical Group Gastroenterology

    65 Ridgedale Avenue, 
    Cedar Knolls, NJ 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Isaac Galandauer is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Cedar Knolls, New Jersey. Dr. Galandauer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His clinical expertise encompasses Diarrhea, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Barrett Esophagus, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Galandauer is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Galandauer is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Morris County Gastroenterology Associates PA

    16 Pocono Road, Suite 201, 
    Denville, NJ 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Edward Barbarito is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Denville, New Jersey. Dr. Barbarito 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 Choledocholithiasis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Diarrhea, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Barbarito is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Barbarito is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    Advocare ENT Specialists Of Morristown

    95 Madison Avenue, Suite 105, 
    Morristown, NJ 
     (6.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Seth Kanowitz is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Morristown, New Jersey. Dr. Kanowitz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Hearing Loss, Nasal Polyps, and Infant Hearing Loss. Dr. Kanowitz is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery. Dr. Kanowitz is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Affiliates In Gastroenterology

    101 Madison Avenue, Suite 100, 
    Morristown, NJ 
     (6.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Larry Siu is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Morristown, New Jersey. Dr. Siu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Choledocholithiasis, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Siu is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Siu is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing

    Geriatric Assessment Center

    435 South Street, Suite 390, 
    Morristown, NJ 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jason Prager is a Geriatrics provider practicing medicine in Morristown, New Jersey. Dr. Prager 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 Familial Hypertension, Necrosis, Chronic Pain, and Hypertension. Dr. Prager is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Prager is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing

    NJ Gastro & Endo

    1825 Route 23, 
    Wayne, NJ 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ravishankar Ramamoorthy is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Wayne, New Jersey. Dr. Ramamoorthy is rated as an Advanced 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 Necrotizing Enterocolitis, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Ramamoorthy is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ramamoorthy is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    North Jersey Gastroenterology &Endoscopy

    1825 Route 23, 
    Wayne, NJ 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jonathon Stillman is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Wayne, New Jersey. Dr. Stillman is rated as an Advanced 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 Diverticular Disease, Intestinal Cancer, Diarrhea, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Stillman is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Stillman is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    North Jersey Gatroenterology & Endoscopy

    1825 Route 23, 
    Wayne, NJ 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Joseph Zangara is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Wayne, New Jersey. Dr. Zangara is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Necrotizing Enterocolitis, Eosinophilic Colitis, Gastric Dysmotility, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Zangara is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Zangara is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    Karen Wirtshafter MDoffice

    3219 Route 46, Suite 203, 
    Parsippany, NJ 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Karen Wirtshafter is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Parsippany, New Jersey. Dr. Wirtshafter is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 32 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ozena, Nonallergic Rhinopathy, Palatal Myoclonus, and Infant Hearing Loss.

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

    Denville Associates Of Internal Medicine

    16 Pocono Road, Suite 317, 
    Denville, NJ 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Collum is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Denville, New Jersey. Dr. Collum is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His clinical expertise encompasses Shapiro Syndrome, Dopamine Beta-Hydroxylase Deficiency, Cold-Induced Sweating Syndrome, Hip Replacement, and Endoscopy. Dr. Collum is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Collum is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Denville Associates Of Internal Medicine

    16 Pocono Road, Suite 317, 
    Denville, NJ 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Seth Levy is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Denville, New Jersey. Dr. Levy 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 Diverticular Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Dopamine Beta-Hydroxylase Deficiency, Ureteroscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Levy is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Levy is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Denville Associates Of Internal Medicine

    16 Pocono Road, Suite 317, 
    Denville, NJ 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Nicolai is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Denville, New Jersey. Dr. Nicolai 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 Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Crohn's Disease, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Nicolai is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Nicolai is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Developmental Disabilities

    11 Saddle Road, 
    Cedar Knolls, NJ 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Nina Andreoli is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Cedar Knolls, New Jersey. Dr. Andreoli is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Total Anomalous Pulmonary Venous Return, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, and Epilepsy. Dr. Andreoli is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Andreoli is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Atlantic Medical Group Primary Care And Medical Specialties

    11 Saddle Road, 
    Cedar Knolls, NJ 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ira Monka is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Cedar Knolls, New Jersey. Dr. Monka is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Monka is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Family Practice. Dr. Monka is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Summit Medical Group Gastroenterology

    140 Park Avenue, Floor 3, 
    Florham Park, NJ 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Scott Gelman is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Florham Park, New Jersey. Dr. Gelman 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 Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Barrett Esophagus, Diarrhea, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Gelman is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Gelman is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Summit Medical Group

    140 Park Avenue, 
    Florham Park, NJ 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Konika Bose is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Florham Park, New Jersey. Dr. Bose is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gallstones, Gallbladder Disease, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Bose is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Bose is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    Atlantic Head & Neck Surgery

    100 Madison Avenue, Floor 1, 
    Morristown, NJ 
     (6.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Tom Thomas is an otolaryngologist (ear, nose and throat specialist) and the director of Head and Neck Reconstructive Surgery and Transoral Robotic Surgery (TORS) at the Leonard B. Kahn Head and Neck Cancer Institute at Morristown Medical Center. His clinical interests include the comprehensive surgical treatment for benign and malignant head and neck tumors. His focus is on minimally invasive surgical techniques such as TORS and Transoral Laser Microsurgery (TLM). Dr. Thomas is also director of Sleep Surgery at Morristown Medical Center. He treats patients who suffer from obstructive sleep apnea and is currently performing the new FDA approved INSPIRE hypoglossal nerve stimulation implant for his sleep apnea patients. In addition, he sees patients with chronic sinusitis and performs functional endoscopic sinus surgery and other related surgeries. Dr. Thomas welcomes difficult cases and strives to provide the best possible care and consideration for his patients, as well as offering second opinions as needed. His minimally invasive surgical techniques, combined with a microvascular reconstructive surgical approach, helps to preserve important functions such as speech and swallowing that will be affected by head and neck cancer and its treatments. He has extensive experience in Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) related head and neck cancer, especially oropharyngeal (tonsil and base of tongue) cancers. He has given lectures on this topic nationally and internationally. In addition, He has expertise in treating head and neck squamous cell carcinoma, basal cell carcinoma, melanoma, Merkel cell carcinoma, various salivary gland cancers, thyroid and parathyroid cancers, laryngeal cancers and sinus and skull base cancers. Dr. Thomas received his medical degree from the Howard University College of Medicine with the highest academic honor of AOA (Alpha Omega Alpha). He completed his surgical internship at The Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN, and his residency at the Barnes-Jewish Hospital/Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, MO. He also completed a fellowship in head and neck surgical oncology, microvascular surgery and Trans Oral Robotic Surgery (TORS) at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. After completing his fellowship, he joined the medical staff at Dana Farber Cancer Institute/ Brigham and Women's Hospital/Harvard Medical School in Boston. In addition, he has a Master of Public Health degree from John Hopkins School of Public Health in Baltimore. He is affiliated with Atlantic Medical Group, and is a participating provider of Atlantic Accountable Care Organization. When he is not seeing patients, Dr. Thomas enjoys spending time with his family and friends, travelling, photography, painting and tennis. Dr. Thomas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteochondroma, Tongue Cancer, Melanoma, Thyroidectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Thomas is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery. Dr. Thomas is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    Atlantic Head And Neck Surgery

    100 Madison Avenue, Floor 1, 
    Morristown, NJ 
     (6.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Erik Cohen, MD, FACS Erik Cohen, MD is the Medical Director of Head and Neck Oncologic Surgery at Morristown Medical Center and is also Clinical Director of the Leonard B Khan Head and neck Cancer Institute at Morristown Medical Center's Carol G. Simon Cancer Center. He is trained in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery (ear, nose, and throat surgery) and fellowship trained in Head and Neck Oncologic Surgery.Dr. Cohen manages patients with benign and malignant head neck tumors of the head and neck. This includes cancers of the mouth, throat, larynx and HPV-associated oropharynx cancer. He also specializes in management of benign and malignant tumors of the thyroid and parathyroid glands, salivary gland surgery including parotidectomy with facial nerve preservation, nasal cavity and paranasal sinus tumors, complex skin cancer surgery, and skull base surgery. He is experienced in minimally invasive approaches, including transoral robotic surgery (TORS) as well as endoscopic CO2 laser surgery.Dr. Cohen attended Medical School at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York. He completed his residency training in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at Temple University Hospital in Philadelphia, and a fellowship in Head and Neck Oncologic Surgery at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York City. He was a faculty member at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey-New Jersey Medical School prior to joining Morristown Medical Center and the Atlantic Health System in 2012. He is a past president of the New York Head and Neck Society and an active member of several professional societies. Dr. Cohen is rated as an Experienced 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 Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands, Salivary Gland Tumors, Laryngeal Cancer, Thyroidectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Cohen is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery. Dr. Cohen is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    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 Parsippany, 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 Parsippany, 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 Parsippany, 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 Parsippany, 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 Parsippany, 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 Parsippany, 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 Parsippany, 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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