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    MediFind found 811 doctor with experience in Painful Swallowing near Staten Island, NY. Of these, 690 are Experienced, 109 are Advanced and 12 are Distinguished.

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    811 providers found
      Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      360 Edison Street, 
      Staten Island, NY 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Daniel Megna is a Gastroenterologist in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Megna is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Barrett Esophagus, Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Sherif A. Andrawes
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Northwell Health Physician Partners Gastroenterology At Hylan Boulevard

      4106 Hylan Boulevard, Second Floor, 
      Staten Island, NY 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic
      Offers Telehealth

      Sherif Andrawes is a Gastroenterologist in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Andrawes is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Gallstones, Acute Pancreatitis, Gallbladder Disease, Endoscopy, and Gallbladder Removal.

      Eugene M. Holuka
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine

      Northwell Health Physician Partners University Physicians Group Medicine At Forest Avenue

      584 Forest Avenue, Suite 1 & 2, 
      Staten Island, NY 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Eugene Holuka is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Holuka is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and High Cholesterol.

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      David H. Hiltzik
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology

      Northwell Health Physician Partners Head And Neck Surgery At Seaview Avenue

      378 Seaview Avenue, 
      Staten Island, NY 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      David Hiltzik is an Otolaryngologist in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Hiltzik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Familial Deafness, Hyperparathyroidism, Infant Hearing Loss, Thyroidectomy, and Parathyroidectomy.

      Homer G. Moutran
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology

      Northwell Health Physician Partners Head And Neck Surgery At Seaview Avenue

      378 Seaview Avenue, 
      Staten Island, NY 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic, French

      Homer Moutran is an Otolaryngologist in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Moutran is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Familial Deafness, Infant Hearing Loss, Nasal Septal Hematoma, Low Nasal Bridge, and Adenoidectomy.

      Michael A. Blasco
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology | Sleep Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology | Sleep Medicine

      Northwell Health Physician Partners Head And Neck Surgery At Seaview Avenue

      378 Seaview Avenue, 
      Staten Island, NY 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Michael Blasco is an Otolaryngologist and a Sleep Medicine provider in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Blasco is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Mikulicz Disease, Salivary Gland Tumors, Perichondritis, Thyroidectomy, and Laryngectomy.

      Giulio Bianchi
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine

      Northwell Health Physician Partners University Physicians Group Medicine And Podiatry At Rose Avenue

      65 Rose Avenue, 
      Staten Island, NY 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Italian
      Offers Telehealth

      Giulio Bianchi is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Bianchi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Anemia, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

      Wai-kwok Tam
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine

      Northwell Health Medicine Specialties

      242 Mason Ave, Suite 2, 
      Staten Island, NY 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Cantonese

      Wai-kwok Tam is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Tam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Epilepsy, Hypothyroidism, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Obesity in Children.

      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      360 Edison Street, 
      Staten Island, NY 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Lawrence Langan is a Gastroenterologist in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Langan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      360 Edison Street, 
      Staten Island, NY 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Lawrence Mancino is a Gastroenterologist in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Mancino is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Barrett Esophagus, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

      Liliane S. Deeb
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Northwell Health Physician Partners Gastroenterology At Hylan Boulevard

      4106 Hylan Boulevard, Second Floor, 
      Staten Island, NY 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic, French

      Liliane Deeb is a Gastroenterologist in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Deeb is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Anemia, Gastritis, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Jean Chalhoub
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Northwell Health Physician Partners Gastroenterology At Hylan Boulevard

      4106 Hylan Boulevard, Second Floor, 
      Staten Island, NY 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic, French
      Offers Telehealth

      Jean Chalhoub is a Gastroenterologist in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Chalhoub is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Hereditary Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Youssef E. Douaihy
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Northwell Health Physician Partners Gastroenterology At Hylan Boulevard

      4106 Hylan Boulevard, Second Floor, 
      Staten Island, NY 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Experience:
      18+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Youssef Douaihy is a Gastroenterologist in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Douaihy has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Acute Pancreatitis, Childhood Pancreatitis, Gallstones, Gastrectomy, and Pancreatectomy.

      Alia Hasham
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Northwell Health Physician Partners Gastroenterology At Hylan Boulevard

      4106 Hylan Boulevard, Second Floor, 
      Staten Island, NY 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Alia Hasham is a Gastroenterologist in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Hasham is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Anemia, Bacterial Gastroenteritis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      1050 Clove Road, 
      Staten Island, NY 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Italian, Spanish

      Keith Dahl is a Gastroenterologist in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Dahl is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Hepatitis B, Berdon Syndrome, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine
      31 New Dorp Lane, 
      Staten Island, NY 
       (2.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hebrew
      Offers Telehealth

      Rama Koslowe is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Koslowe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Malnutrition, Moebius Syndrome, Ogilvie Syndrome, Protein Deficiency, and Gastrostomy.

      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology | Geriatrics
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology | Geriatrics
      65 Rose Avenue, 
      Staten Island, NY 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Joseph Aboujaoude is a Gastroenterologist and a Geriatrics provider in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Aboujaoude is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Menetrier Disease, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).

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

      Office

      586 Midland Ave Ste C, 
      Staten Island,, NY 
       (2.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Milena Kolesnikova is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Staten Island,, New York. Dr. Kolesnikova is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are COVID-19, Silent Thyroiditis, Vitamin D Deficiency, Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy.

      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
      2627 Hylan Boulevard, 
      Staten Island, NY 
       (2.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Burmese, Spanish

      Noreen Tan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Tan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Tracheitis, Ureteroscopy, and Gastrostomy.

      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine
      2627B Hylan Boulevard, Suite C, 
      Staten Island, NY 
       (3.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Lucinda Ripoll is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Ripoll is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Cellulitis, and Gastrostomy.

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      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 Staten Island, NY?

      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 Staten Island, NY?

      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 Staten Island, NY?

      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 Staten Island, NY?

      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 Staten Island, NY?

      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 Staten Island, NY?

      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 Staten Island, NY?

      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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