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

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 401 doctor with experience in Painful Swallowing near montvale, NJ. Of these, 349 are Experienced, 47 are Advanced and 5 are Distinguished.

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401 providers found
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Highland Medical Rockland Gastroenterology And Liver Disease

    2 Medical Park Dr Ste 14, 
    West Nyack, NY 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Eric Tatar is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in West Nyack, New York. Dr. Tatar is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 42 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Ascites, Gastrostomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Highland Medical Rockland Gastroenterology And Liver Disease

    2 Medical Park Dr Ste 14, 
    West Nyack, NY 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Svetlana Korenfeld is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in West Nyack, New York. Dr. Korenfeld is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gastrostomy, and Colonoscopy.

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

    Office

    2 Centerock Rd, 
    West Nyack, NY 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Haitian Creole, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrea Brown is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in West Nyack, New York. Dr. Brown is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 105 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses H1N1 Influenza, Sinusitis, Cellulitis, and Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C). Dr. Brown is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Englewood Health Physician Network-Gastroenterology At River Vale

    645 Westwood Ave Fl 2, 
    Rivervale, NJ 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Italian
    Accepting New Patients

    Frank Candido is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Rivervale, New Jersey. Dr. Candido is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His clinical expertise encompasses Esophagitis, Anemia, Diverticular Disease, and Gastric Dysmotility. Dr. Candido is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Referral may be required

    Jerrold F Schwartz M.D. LLC

    11 N Airmont Rd, 
    Suffern, NY 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jerrold Schwartz is a Geriatrics provider practicing medicine in Suffern, New York. Dr. Schwartz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Plaque Psoriasis, and Pneumonia. Dr. Schwartz is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    2 Centerock Rd, 
    West Nyack, NY 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Anthony Nici is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in West Nyack, New York. Dr. Nici is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Gastritis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    ENT & Allergy Associates - West Nyack

    1 Crosfield Avenue, Suite 201, 
    West Nyack, NY 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Edward Rhee is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in West Nyack, New York. Dr. Rhee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 48 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Jones Syndrome, Trachoma, DFNB1, and Infant Hearing Loss. Dr. Rhee is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    ENT & Allergy Associates - West Nyack

    1 Crosfield Avenue, Suite 201, 
    West Nyack, NY 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marc Levine is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in West Nyack, New York. Dr. Levine is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 36 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Jones Syndrome, and Salivary Duct Stones.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    ENT & Allergy Associates - West Nyack

    1 Crosfield Avenue, Suite 201, 
    West Nyack, NY 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Eric Roffman is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in West Nyack, New York. Dr. Roffman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Infant Hearing Loss, Jones Syndrome, DFNB1, Empyema, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    ENT & Allergy Associates - West Nyack

    1 Crosfield Avenue, Suite 201, 
    West Nyack, NY 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Grinberg is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in West Nyack, New York. Dr. Grinberg is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 32 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Jones Syndrome, DFNB1, Infant Hearing Loss, Thrombectomy, and Fasciotomy.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    ENT & Allergy Associates - West Nyack

    1 Crosfield Avenue, Suite 201, 
    West Nyack, NY 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Huang is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in West Nyack, New York. Dr. Huang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 32 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Infant Hearing Loss, Jones Syndrome, DFNB1, and Hearing Loss. Dr. Huang is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Family Medicine

    Geriatrics And Longevity Treatment Specialists

    38 North Central Avenue, 
    Ramsey, NJ 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Stefanos Pantagis is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Ramsey, New Jersey. Dr. Pantagis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Pantagis is board certified in Family Medicine and American Board Of Family Medicine . Dr. Pantagis is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    William S. Silver MD & Eric L. Tatar MD PC

    2 Medical Park Dr Ste 14, 
    West Nyack, NY 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    William Silver is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in West Nyack, New York. Dr. Silver is rated as an Advanced 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 Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrostomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Pascack Valley Medical Group

    452 Old Hook Road, Floor 2, 
    Emerson, NJ 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Scott Lippe is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Emerson, New Jersey. Dr. Lippe is rated as a Distinguished 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 Gastric Dysmotility, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrostomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Lippe is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Lippe is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Referral may be required

    Memorial Sloan Kettering Bergen

    225 Summit Ave, 
    Montvale, NJ 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Anuja Kriplani is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Montvale, New Jersey. Dr. Kriplani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Lacrimal Gland Tumor, Thyroid Cancer, Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer, and Laryngeal Cancer. Dr. Kriplani is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    595 Chestnut Ridge Rd, 
    Woodcliff Lake, NJ 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Alexander Biener is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Biener is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Enlarged Liver, Cirrhosis, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Biener is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Highland Medical Pearl River Medical Associates

    275 N Middletown Rd Ste 2A, 
    Pearl River, NY 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mano Zachariah is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Pearl River, New York. Dr. Zachariah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Anemia, Hypercalcemia, Idiopathic Hypercalciuria, Milk-Alkali Syndrome, and Gastrostomy.

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

    Office

    275 N Middletown Rd Ste 2E, 
    Pearl River, NY 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Liviu Nastase is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Pearl River, New York. Dr. Nastase 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 Opioid Use Disorder, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Landau-Kleffner Syndrome, Medulloblastoma, and Gastrostomy.

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

    Shirley Nelson DO PC

    55 Old Turnpike Rd Ste 507, 
    Nanuet, NY 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shirley Nelson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Nanuet, New York. Dr. Nelson 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 Pleurisy, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

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

    Bon Secours Medical Group, Nanuet

    36 College Ave, 
    Nanuet, NY 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gerald Karetnick is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Nanuet, New York. Dr. Karetnick 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 Sitosterolemia, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    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 montvale, 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 montvale, 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 montvale, 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 montvale, 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 montvale, 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 montvale, 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 montvale, 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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