Filters

Distance
    Level of Expertise
    Availability
    Gender
    Years of Experience
    Insurance
    Specialty
    Additional Specialty
    Language

    Last Updated: 01/09/2026

    Save doctors for later
    Sign Up
    Not sure about your diagnosis?
    Check Your Symptoms
    Already have a doctor?
    Find A Second Opinion

    MediFind found 274 doctor with experience in Painful Swallowing near Pompton Plains, NJ. Of these, 241 are Experienced, 32 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

    Location
    LocationClose
    274 providers found
      Ravishankar Ramamoorthy
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing

      NJ Gastro & Endo

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

      Ravishankar Ramamoorthy is a Gastroenterologist in Wayne, New Jersey. Dr. Ramamoorthy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Necrotizing Enterocolitis, Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Ramamoorthy is currently accepting new patients.

      Jonathon S. Stillman
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      North Jersey Gastroenterology &Endoscopy

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

      Jonathon Stillman is a Gastroenterologist in Wayne, New Jersey. Dr. Stillman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Intestinal Cancer, Diarrhea, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Stillman is currently accepting new patients.

      Joseph A. Zangara
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      North Jersey Gatroenterology & Endoscopy

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

      Joseph Zangara is a Gastroenterologist in Wayne, New Jersey. Dr. Zangara is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Necrotizing Enterocolitis, Eosinophilic Colitis, Gastric Dysmotility, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Zangara is currently accepting new patients.

      Learn about our expert tiers
      Daniel A. Scher
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology

      ENT & Allergry Associates, LLP

      1211 Hamburg Turnpike, Suite 205, 
      Wayne, NJ 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Daniel Scher is an Otolaryngologist in Wayne, New Jersey. Dr. Scher is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Palatal Myoclonus, Ozena, Nonallergic Rhinopathy, and Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP). Dr. Scher is currently accepting new patients.

      Robert A. Ruffini
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Atlantic Medical Group Gastroenterology At Pompton Plains

      242 West Parkway, 
      Pompton Plains, NJ 
       (1.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Dr. Robert Ruffini is a fellowship-trained gastroenterologist with Atlantic Medical Group, providing patients with expert care for a wide range of digestive system disorders. Prior to joining Atlantic Health System, Dr. Ruffini was a partner with The Medical Group PA in West Orange since 1992. Board-certified in internal medicine and gastroenterology, Dr. Ruffini is an expert in the diagnosis and management of conditions that include the gallbladder, stomach, intestines and pancreas. He attended Thomas Jefferson Medical College for his medical degree and remained in Philadelphia for his residency at Lankenau Hospital, followed by a two-year fellowship at Presbyterian-University of Pennsylvania Medical Center. A leader in his field, Dr. Ruffini previously served in several roles at Saint Barnabas Medical Center, including being a member of the executive board, a gastroenterology teaching attending for medical students and residents, a member of the institutional review board, and one of the hospital’s former chiefs of Gastroenterology Services. Dr. Ruffini is a member of the Atlantic Accountable Care Organization. He also maintains membership in the American College of Gastroenterology, the American College of Physicians, the American Gastroenterological Association, and the American Medical Association. Dr. Ruffini is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gastritis, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy.

      Andrew B. Stefaniwsky
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Atlantic Medical Group Gastroenterology At Pompton Plains

      242 West Parkway, 
      Pompton Plains, NJ 
       (1.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Dr. Andrew Stefaniwsky is a fellowship-trained gastroenterologist with Atlantic Medical Group, diagnosing and treating a range of digestive disorders from irritable bowel syndrome to liver conditions. Dr. Stefaniwsky joins Atlantic Medical Group from private practice, The Medical Group PA, where he was a founding partner from the time it was established in 1982. After receiving his medical degree from Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, Dr. Stefaniwsky remained there to pursue his residency, served as chief resident. He continued for fellowship training at UMDNJ-New Jersey Medical School, where he also served as a clinical instructor. A leader in his field, Dr. Stefaniwsky has held positions that have included president of the New Jersey Endoscopy Society and chief of the Department of Gastroenterology at Irvington General Hospital. Board certified in internal medicine and gastroenterology, Dr. Stefaniwsky is a fellow of the American College of Gastroenterology and a fellow of the American College of Physicians. He is also a member of Phi Beta Kappa academic honor society. Dr. Stefaniwsky maintains professional membership in the American Medical Association, New Jersey Medical Society, American College of Gastroenterology and American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy. His research in the use of Ursodeoxycholic acid in bile acid gastritis was published in The Gastroenterology Journal. Dr. Stefaniwsky is a participating provider of the Atlantic Accountable Care Organization. Dr. Stefaniwsky is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gastritis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

      Lisa D. Stevens
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Gastrointestinal Group Of North Jersey

      1777 Hamburg Turnpike, Suite 305, 
      Wayne, NJ 
       (1.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Dr. Lisa Stevens joined the Gastrointestinal Group of North Jersey in 2000 after completing her training at a number of prestigious NY hospitals. Her practice treats all general gastroenterology issues, including esophageal disease, irritable bowel syndrome, anorectal disorders, liver disease, and colon cancer screening. Throughout her time, she’s come to understand that decisions about health care are a collaboration between patient and physician. This piece is what pushes Dr. Steven’s to integrate each person's cultural and health beliefs into the treatment process.When not at work, Dr. Stevens enjoys traveling, reading, and spending time with her husband and daughters. She is an ardent supporter of both the fine arts and the performing arts. Among her many activities she’s also involved in a mentoring program at William Paterson University to encourage young women to pursue careers in medicine. Dr. Stevens is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Ulcerative Colitis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

      Steven David
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      North Jersey Gastroenterology And Endoscopy Assoc PA

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

      Steven David is a Gastroenterologist in Wayne, New Jersey. Dr. David is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Ascites, Heartburn, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. David is currently accepting new patients.

      Robert H. Bleicher
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      North Jersey Gastroenterology And Endoscopy Assoc PA

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

      Robert Bleicher is a Gastroenterologist in Wayne, New Jersey. Dr. Bleicher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are VIPoma, Gastric Dysmotility, Eosinophilic Colitis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Bleicher is currently accepting new patients.

      David Pinn
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      North Jersey Gastroenterology And Endoscopy Assoc PA

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

      David Pinn is a Gastroenterologist in Wayne, New Jersey. Dr. Pinn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Necrotizing Enterocolitis, Pseudomembranous Colitis, Bacterial Gastroenteritis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Pinn is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing

      ENT & Allergy Associates, LLP

      1211 Hamburg Turnpike, Suite 205, 
      Wayne, NJ 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Gangadhar Sreepada is an Otolaryngologist in Wayne, New Jersey. Dr. Sreepada is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Nonallergic Rhinopathy, Ozena, Palatal Myoclonus, and Infant Hearing Loss. Dr. Sreepada is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology

      ENT & Allergy Associates, LLP

      1211 Hamburg Turnpike, Suite 205, 
      Wayne, NJ 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Vito Brunetti is an Otolaryngologist in Wayne, New Jersey. Dr. Brunetti is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Swimmer's Ear, Jones Syndrome, DFNB1, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Brunetti is currently accepting new patients.

      Lee M. Shangold
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Sleep Medicine | Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Sleep Medicine | Otolaryngology

      Night & Day Sleep Center

      1211 Hamburg Turnpike, Suite 207, 
      Wayne, NJ 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Lee Shangold is an Otolaryngologist and a Sleep Medicine provider in Wayne, New Jersey. Dr. Shangold is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, DFNB1, Infant Hearing Loss, and Jones Syndrome. Dr. Shangold is currently accepting new patients.

      Robert T. Bock
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Family Medicine

      Atlantic Medical Group Primary Care At Wayne

      1055 Hamburg Turnpike, Suite 300, 
      Wayne, NJ 
       (3.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Robert Bock is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Wayne, New Jersey. Dr. Bock is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Anemia, Alzheimer's Disease, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension. Dr. Bock is currently accepting new patients.

      Barry E. Levant
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine | Geriatrics
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine | Geriatrics

      Physicians Health Alliance

      15 Kiel Avenue, Suite 102, 
      Kinnelon, NJ 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Barry Levant is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine and Geriatrics in Kinnelon, New Jersey. Dr. Levant is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Sitosterolemia. Dr. Levant is currently accepting new patients.

      Anthony J. Barravecchio
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing

      Allied Medical Associates

      510 Hamburg Turnpike, Suite 510, 
      Wayne, NJ 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Anthony Barravecchio is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Wayne, New Jersey. Dr. Barravecchio is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Muscle Atrophy, Alzheimer's Disease, Stroke, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young. Dr. Barravecchio is currently accepting new patients.

      Jeanette M. Biller
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Family Medicine

      Allied Medical Associates

      510 Hamburg Turnpike, Suite 101, 
      Wayne, NJ 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Jeanette Biller is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Wayne, New Jersey. Dr. Biller is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Muscle Atrophy, Protein Deficiency, Malnutrition, High Cholesterol, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Biller is currently accepting new patients.

      Oren Bernheim
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Gastroenterology Associates Of NJ, LLC

      246 Hamburg Turnpike, Suite 203, 
      Wayne, NJ 
       (4.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Oren Bernheim is a Gastroenterologist in Wayne, New Jersey. Dr. Bernheim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Bernheim is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      North Jersey Gastroenterology And Endoscopy Assoc PA

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

      Bonnie Cheng is a Gastroenterologist in Wayne, New Jersey. Dr. Cheng is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Hepatitis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Cheng is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Bharat Dasani MD

      Riverdale, NJ 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Gujarati , Hindi, Spanish, Urdu
      Accepting New Patients

      Bharat Dasani is a Gastroenterologist in Riverdale, New Jersey. Dr. Dasani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Heartburn, Gastric Dysmotility, Ulcerative Colitis, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Dasani is currently accepting new patients.

      Showing 1-20 of 274

      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 Pompton Plains, 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 Pompton Plains, 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 Pompton Plains, 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 Pompton Plains, 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 Pompton Plains, 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 Pompton Plains, 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 Pompton Plains, 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 

      Read more about our Content Policy