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

Find the Top Painful Swallowing Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 145 doctor with experience in Painful Swallowing near Somerset, NJ. Of these, 125 are Experienced, 19 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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145 providers found
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Digestive Healthcare Center PA

    511 Courtyard Dr # 500, 
    Hillsborough, NJ 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Greaves is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Hillsborough, New Jersey. Dr. Greaves is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 53 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Indigestion, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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

    Advance Hospital Care, LLC

    110 Rehill Ave, 
    Somerville, NJ 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sadia Ahmed is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Somerville, New Jersey. Dr. Ahmed is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Necrosis, Lung Metastases, Lung Cancer, Endoscopy, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Ahmed is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Digestive Healthcare Center PA

    511 Courtyard Dr # 500, 
    Hillsborough, NJ 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Alan Gingold is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Hillsborough, New Jersey. Dr. Gingold is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 54 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gas Bloat Syndrome, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Diverticular Disease, Diarrhea, and Gastrectomy.

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    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Digestive Healthcare Center PA

    511 Courtyard Dr # 500, 
    Hillsborough, NJ 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gary Ciambotti is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Hillsborough, New Jersey. Dr. Ciambotti is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 51 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Hemorrhoids, Choledocholithiasis, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Digestive Healthcare Center PA

    511 Courtyard Dr # 500, 
    Hillsborough, NJ 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Claudia Barghash is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Hillsborough, New Jersey. Dr. Barghash is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hemorrhoids, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Diarrhea, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Barghash is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Family Medicine | Palliative Medicine
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Family Medicine | Palliative Medicine

    Bridgewater Internal Medicine

    215 Union Avenue, 
    Bridgewater, NJ 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Smitha Gubbi is a primary care provider, practicing in Palliative Medicine and Family Medicine in Bridgewater, New Jersey. Dr. Gubbi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Gubbi is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Gubbi is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Bridgewater Internal Medicine

    215 Union Avenue, 
    Bridgewater, NJ 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Shiow Cheng is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bridgewater, New Jersey. Dr. Cheng is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Tenesmus. Dr. Cheng is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Cheng is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    Amy Lazar MDoffice

    245 Route 22, Floor 3, 
    Bridgewater, NJ 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amy Lazar is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Bridgewater, New Jersey. Dr. Lazar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Palatal Myoclonus, Ozena, Nonallergic Rhinopathy, and Infant Hearing Loss.

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

    Ahmad Mur MD PA

    503 Omni Dr, 
    Hillsborough, NJ 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ahmad Mur is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Hillsborough, New Jersey. Dr. Mur is rated as an Experienced 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 End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Dementia, Cellulitis, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

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

    Ronald A. Reiss, M.D.

    312 US Highway 206, 
    Hillsborough, NJ 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ronald Reiss is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Hillsborough, New Jersey. Dr. Reiss is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His clinical expertise encompasses Infant Hyperglycemia, Shingles, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

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

    Somerset Cardiocare

    711 Courtyard Dr, 
    Hillsborough, NJ 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ranjana Thakur is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Hillsborough, New Jersey. Dr. Thakur is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her clinical expertise encompasses Wolman Disease, Cerebrotendinous Xanthomatosis, Lipidosis with Triglycerid Storage Disease, Cholesteryl Ester Storage Disease, and Colonoscopy.

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

    Rwjpe Richard Corson, M.D.

    313 Courtyard Dr, 
    Hillsborough, NJ 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Corson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Hillsborough, New Jersey. Dr. Corson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma, Decorticate Posture, Decerebrate Posture, and Painful Swallowing.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Digestive Healthcare Center, P.A.

    511 Courtyard Dr # 500, 
    Hillsborough, NJ 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Shreyas Saligram is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Hillsborough, New Jersey. Dr. Saligram is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Pancreatitis, Bile Duct Stricture, Jaundice, Endoscopy, and Lithotripsy.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Sports Medicine
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Sports Medicine

    Lawrence Ferraro DO

    80 W End Ave, 
    Somerville, NJ 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lawrence Ferraro is a primary care provider, practicing in Sports Medicine in Somerville, New Jersey. Dr. Ferraro is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Chronic Cough, Atypical Pneumonia, and Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Haven Home Care Services LLC

    135 W End Ave, 
    Somerville, NJ 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Cherag Daruwala is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Somerville, New Jersey. Dr. Daruwala is rated as an Experienced 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 Hemorrhoids, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Gastritis, Gastrostomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    Ear Nose & Throat Care PC

    242 E Main St, 
    Somerville, NJ 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Bortniker is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Somerville, New Jersey. Dr. Bortniker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Swimmer's Ear, Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss, Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome, and Otitis.

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

    RWJBH EHM Division

    110 Rehill Ave, 
    Somerville, NJ 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Narinder Dhillon is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Somerville, New Jersey. Dr. Dhillon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Necrosis, Lung Metastases, Memory Loss, Gastrostomy, and Ureteroscopy.

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

    Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset

    110 Rehill Ave, 
    Somerville, NJ 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Arsalan Malik is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Somerville, New Jersey. Dr. Malik 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 Diverticular Disease, Peptic Ulcer, Apoplexy, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

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

    Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset

    110 Rehill Ave, 
    Somerville,, NJ 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shadi Zandieh is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Somerville,, New Jersey. Dr. Zandieh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Neurotoxicity Syndromes, Peptic Ulcer, Colonoscopy, and Ureteroscopy.

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

    Donna M. Kaminski, DO

    128 Rehill Ave, 
    Somerville, NJ 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Donna Kaminski is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Somerville, New Jersey. Dr. Kaminski is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her clinical expertise encompasses Orthostatic Hypotension, Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, and Hyperhidrosis.

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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 Somerset, 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 Somerset, 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 Somerset, 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 Somerset, 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 Somerset, 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 Somerset, 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 Somerset, 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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