The 20 Best Painful Swallowing Doctors Near Me in fairview park, OH

Find the Top Painful Swallowing Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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

MediFind found 252 doctor with experience in Painful Swallowing near fairview park, OH. Of these, 198 are Experienced, 43 are Advanced and 11 are Distinguished.

Location
LocationClose
252 providers found
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine

    UHHS Westlake Surgery Center

    960 Clague Rd, 
    Westlake, OH 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Erin Bader is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Westlake, Ohio. Dr. Bader 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 Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Folate Deficiency, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, and Subacute Combined Degeneration. Dr. Bader is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing

    UH North Olmsted Rheumatology

    26127 Lorain Rd, 
    North Olmsted, OH 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Monique Richardson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in North Olmsted, Ohio. Dr. Richardson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Lung Adenocarcinoma, and ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. Dr. Richardson is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Uhmp-Westshore Primary Care

    26127 Lorain Rd Ste 300, 
    North Olmsted, OH 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jason Ridgel is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in North Olmsted, Ohio. Dr. Ridgel 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 Infant Hyperglycemia, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Hypothyroidism. Dr. Ridgel is currently accepting new patients.

    Learn about our expert tiers
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    29101 Health Campus Dr Ste 450, 
    Westlake, OH 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Shaffer Mok is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Westlake, Ohio. Dr. Mok is rated as an Experienced 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 Bile Duct Obstruction, Bile Duct Stricture, Cholestasis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Mok is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Office

    26908 Detroit Rd Ste 301, 
    Westlake, OH 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hungarian, Romanian
    Accepting New Patients

    Niculina Olariu is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Westlake, Ohio. Dr. Olariu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Vitamin D Deficiency, Hypothyroidism, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Obesity in Children, and Endoscopy. Dr. Olariu is currently accepting new patients.

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

    UH Family Medicine Specialists

    25651 Detroit Rd Ste 304, 
    Westlake, OH 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Wolf-Iii is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Westlake, Ohio. Dr. Wolf-Iii is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Vitamin D Deficiency, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Wolf-Iii is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Office

    2535 Hale St Ste A, 
    Avon, OH 
     (7.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    William Richardson is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Avon, Ohio. Dr. Richardson 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 Gerstmann Syndrome, Vitamin D Deficiency, Familial Hypertension, Ureteroscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Richardson is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Superior Medical Care

    1997 Healthway Dr Ste 203, 
    Avon, OH 
     (7.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jennifer Carandang is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Avon, Ohio. Dr. Carandang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Vitamin D Deficiency, Folate Deficiency, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, and Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency. Dr. Carandang is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Office

    19250 Bagley Rd, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients

    Subhash Mahajan is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Mahajan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Esophagitis, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Mahajan is currently accepting new patients.

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

    The MetroHealth System

    2500 Metrohealth Dr, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (8.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ronnie Fass is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Fass is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Heartburn, Esophagitis, Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), and Endoscopy. Dr. Fass is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Office

    32800 Lorain Rd Ste 32300, 
    North Ridgeville, OH 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Saleem Chowdhry is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in North Ridgeville, Ohio. Dr. Chowdhry is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colitis, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Diarrhea, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Chowdhry is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Premier Physicians Center Rocky River

    21851 Center Ridge Rd Ste 107, 
    Rocky River, OH 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Arabic - Jordanian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Gasan Nemr is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Rocky River, Ohio. Dr. Nemr is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Kidney Failure, Lung Metastases, Thrombocytopenia, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Nemr is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Office

    7255 Old Oak Blvd Ste C209, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Chinmay Vyas is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Vyas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Idiopathic Edema, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Vyas is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Pyramed Healthcare Group LTD

    6115 Emerald St, 
    North Ridgeville, OH 
     (7.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Frank Hiti is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in North Ridgeville, Ohio. Dr. Hiti 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 Pachydermoperiostosis, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Hiti is currently accepting new patients.

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

    University Hospitals Parma Medical Center

    7007 Powers Blvd, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    William Brown is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Brown is rated as an Experienced 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 Perichondritis, Nasal Septal Hematoma, Low Nasal Bridge, and Nasal Flaring. Dr. Brown is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Pleasant Lake Nursing Home Inc.

    7260 Ridge Rd, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Orest Stecyk is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Stecyk 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 Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Dementia, Familial Hypertension, Hip Replacement, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Stecyk is currently accepting new patients.

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

    University Hospitals

    11100 Euclid Ave, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (14.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nelson Howard is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Howard 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 Laryngeal Nerve Damage, Spasmodic Dysphonia, Laryngitis, Laryngectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Howard is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology, Head And Neck Surgery.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine

    Cleveland Clinic Fairview Hospital

    18101 Lorain Ave, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Robert Straub is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Straub is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 41 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Crohn's Disease, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Visceromegaly, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Straub is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Cleveland Clinic Fairview Hospital

    18101 Lorain Ave, 
    Cleveland, OH 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Adam Tabbaa is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Tabbaa is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ulcerative Colitis, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Crohn's Disease, and Gardner Syndrome. Dr. Tabbaa is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Fairview General Hospital

    850 Columbia Rd, 
    Westlake, OH 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    William Tierney is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Westlake, Ohio. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Tierney is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subglottic Stenosis, Spasmodic Dysphonia, Perichondritis, Laryngectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Tierney is currently accepting new patients.

    Showing 1-20 of 252

    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 fairview park, OH?

    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 fairview park, OH?

    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 fairview park, OH?

    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 fairview park, OH?

    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 fairview park, OH?

    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 fairview park, OH?

    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 fairview park, OH?

    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.