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    MediFind found 51 doctor with experience in Painful Swallowing near Danville, PA. Of these, 46 are Experienced and 5 are Advanced.

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      Matthew J. Shellenberger
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing

      Geisinger Medical Center - Gastroenterology

      100 North Academy Avenue, 
      Danville, PA 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Shellenberger is a board-certified and fellowship-trained gastroenterologist. His clinical interests include postgraduate medical education, esophageal motility and other GI laboratory procedures. Dr. Shellenberger earned his medical degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his residency and his fellowship in gastroenterology at Geisinger Medical Center. Dr. Shellenberger is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in internal medicine and gastroenterology. Dr. Shellenberger is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Kenneth W. Altman
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology

      Geisinger Medical Center - ENT

      100 North Academy Avenue, 
      Danville, PA 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Kenneth Altman, MD, PhD, is chair of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery for the Geisinger Neuroscience Institute and a professor at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine.|Dr. Altman earned a doctorate in biomedical engineering and his medical degree from Duke University. He completed a residency in Otorhinolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery at the University of Pennsylvania and a fellowship in Laryngology & Care of the Professional Voice at Vanderbilt University.|Dr. Altman is a board certified, nationally known authority on laryngology, care of the professional voice, cough and dysphagia. He has published articles and chapters in over 140 peer-reviewed journals and books, edited 2 books and delivered presentations at more than 260 conferences and courses. Dr. Altman is secretary/treasurer of the American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery and past president of the American Laryngological Association (ALA). He is also a fellow of the ALA, the American Academy of Otolaryngology, the American College of Surgeons, the American Rhinologic Society and the Triological Society.|Dr. Altman’s research interests include pre-malignant vocal fold disease, chronic cough and dysphagia in the presence of neurodegenerative disease. Dr. Altman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Perichondritis, Laryngeal Nerve Damage, Swallowing Difficulty, Laryngectomy, and Endoscopy.

      Bradley D. Confer
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      GMC Gastroenterology/Nutrition

      100 North Academy Avenue, 
      Danville, PA 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Experience:
      18+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Dr. Confer is a board-certified and fellowship-trained gastroenterologist. His clinical interests include endoscopic ultrasound and endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP). Dr. Confer attended the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, where he received his medical degree. He completed his residency, a fellowship in gastroenterology and hepatology, and a fellowship in advanced therapeutic endoscopy at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation. Dr. Confer is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in gastroenterology. Dr. Confer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Cholecystitis, Endoscopy, and Gallbladder Removal.

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      Korta Yuasa
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Geisinger Medical Center - Gastroenterology

      100 North Academy Avenue, 
      Danville, PA 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Yuasa is a board-certified and fellowship-trained gastroenterologist. His clinical interests include general gastroenterology and inflammatory bowel disease. Dr. Yuasa earned his medical degree from Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey. He completed his residency at Temple University Hospital and his fellowship in gastroenterology at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. Dr. Yuasa is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in gastroenterology. Dr. Yuasa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Esophagitis, Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Nicholas C. Purdy
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology

      Geisinger Medical Center - ENT

      100 North Academy Avenue, 
      Danville, PA 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Experience:
      18+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Dr. Purdy is board certified in otolaryngology and fellowship-trained in head and neck surgical oncology. His clinical interests include head and neck surgery, thyroid and parathyroid, microvascular reconstruction and transoral robotic surgery. Dr. Purdy earned his medical degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his residency at St. Barnabas Medical Center, as well as a fellowship in head and neck surgery and microvascular reconstruction at the University of Miami Hospital. He is certified by the American Osteopathic Association in otolaryngology.|Dr. Purdy provides care to his own community, having earned his bachelor's degree at Bucknell University. Dr. Purdy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Laryngeal Cancer, Throat Cancer, Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands, Thyroidectomy, and Laryngectomy.

      Amitpal S. Johal
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      GMC Gastroenterology/Nutrition

      100 North Academy Avenue, 
      Danville, PA 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Amitpal Singh Johal, MD, is a board-certified and fellowship-trained gastroenterologist, also known as a GI doctor. He has a special interest in endoscopic ultrasound, a minimally invasive procedure used to evaluate and diagnose digestive diseases.|Dr. Johal earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin. He completed his residency in internal medicine at University Hospitals Case Medical Center in Cleveland and his fellowship in gastroenterology at Geisinger Medical Center.|Dr. Johal is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in gastroenterology. Dr. Johal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Benign Esophageal Stricture, Lower Esophageal Ring, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Timothy L. Lindemann
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing

      Geisinger Medical Center - ENT

      100 North Academy Avenue, 
      Danville, PA 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Lindemann is a board-certified specialist in otolaryngology. His clinical interests include allergy, rhinosinusitis, and thyroid and parathyroid surgery. Dr. Lindemann earned his medical degree from Texas Tech University. He completed his residency at Geisinger Medical Center. Dr. Lindemann is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology. Dr. Lindemann is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Thyroid Nodule, Hyperparathyroidism, Familial Isolated Hyperparathyroidism, Parathyroid Hyperplasia, and Thyroidectomy.

      Thorsen W. Haugen
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology

      Geisinger Medical Center - ENT

      100 North Academy Avenue, 
      Danville, PA 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Dr. Haugen is board certified in otolaryngology and fellowship trained in head and neck surgical oncology, microvascular reconstruction and robotic surgery. His clinical interests include many aspects of ENT, with his primary interest being in the surgical treatment and reconstruction of head and neck tumors. He attended medical school at Loma Linda University where he graduated with the distinction of Alpha Omega Alpha. He completed his otolaryngology residency at Geisinger Medical Center. Dr. Haugen completed a fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania. He is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.|Outside of the office, Dr. Haugen has an interest in medical mission work. Dr. Haugen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Laryngeal Cancer, Mikulicz Disease, Throat Cancer, Thyroidectomy, and Laryngectomy.

      David L. Diehl
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Geisinger Medical Center - Gastroenterology

      100 North Academy Avenue, 
      Danville, PA 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Dr. Diehl is a board-certified and fellowship-trained gastroenterologist. His clinical interests include endoscopic ultrasound, endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) and innovative advanced therapeutic endoscopy. Dr. Diehl obtained his medical degree from the University of California, Los Angeles. He completed his residency at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center and his fellowships in gastroenterology at the University of California, San Francisco Medical Center and the University of California, Los Angeles Medical Center. Dr. Diehl is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. In his free time, Dr. Diehl enjoys spending time with his family and exercising, particularly swimming. He also has an appreciation for old cars. Dr. Diehl is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Barrett Esophagus, Gallbladder Disease, Watermelon Stomach, Endoscopy, and Gallbladder Removal.

      Harshit S. Khara
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Bariatric Medicine | Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Bariatric Medicine | Gastroenterology

      Geisinger Medical Center - Gastroenterology

      100 North Academy Avenue, 
      Danville, PA 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Gujarati , Hindi
      Accepting New Patients

      Harshit S. Khara, MD, is an Interventional Gastroenterologist based at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, PA.|Dr. Khara is an Associate Professor of Medicine at the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. He serves as the Director of Endoscopy; System Director of Interventional Endoscopy, Director of Endoscopic and Translational Research; Director of the Clinical Use Evaluation Committee; and System Director of Quality & Innovation. He is also the Research Director and Core faculty for the Gastroenterology Fellowship Program, as well as the Program Director for the Advanced Therapeutic Endoscopy Fellowship Program at the Center for Advanced Therapeutic Endoscopy at Geisinger, participating in the training and mentoring of advanced endoscopy and general gastroenterology fellows. Dr. Khara is also the Director of the National Pancreas Foundation Center at Geisinger.|He is involved in multi-center clinical research and quality improvement projects. Dr. Khara's clinical and research interests are in the field of interventional endoscopic ultrasound, ERCP, Barrett’s esophagus, third space endoscopy, endoscopic treatments for GERD, interventional EndoHepatology, and bariatric interventional endoscopy.|Dr. Khara earned his medical degree from Seth G.S. Medical College & K.E.M. Hospital in India then completed his Internal Medicine Residency at Drexel University College of Medicine-Saint Peter's University Hospital. He completed a Fellowship in Transplant Hepatology at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, a Fellowship in Gastroenterology at Yale University School of Medicine-Norwalk Hospital and a Fellowship in Advanced Therapeutic Endoscopy at Geisinger Medical Center.|Dr. Khara is certified in Gastroenterology by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Khara is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Pseudocyst, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Barrett Esophagus, Endoscopy, and Gastric Bypass.

      Rouenne J. Seeley
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      GMC Gastroenterology/Nutrition

      100 North Academy Avenue, 
      Danville, PA 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Filipino
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Rouenne Seeley, DO, is a board-certified and fellowship-trained gastroenterologist, also known as a GI doctor.|Dr. Seeley earned her medical degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed her residency in internal medicine and her fellowship in gastroenterology at Rowan University in New Jersey. She speaks both English and Tagalog.|Dr. Seeley is certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Seeley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Esophagitis, Barrett Esophagus, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Christopher D. Still
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Geisinger Medical Center - GI Nutrition

      100 North Academy Avenue, 
      Danville, PA 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Still is a board-certified and fellowship-trained specialist in nutrition and weight management. His clinical and research interests include malnutrition and comprehensive weight management. Dr. Still obtained his medical degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his residency and a fellowship in clinical nutrition at Geisinger Medical Center. Dr. Still is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.|Are weight loss medications right for you? Learn more from Dr. Still. Dr. Still is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Malnutrition, Small Bowel Bacterial Overgrowth, Gastric Bypass, and Vagotomy.

      Joseph S. Greene
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology

      Geisinger Medical Center - ENT

      100 North Academy Avenue, 
      Danville, PA 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Dr. Greene is a board-certified specialist in otolaryngology - head & neck surgery. His clinical interests include ear, nose, throat, head and neck disorders of both adults and children; ear diseases, hearing loss, snoring, sleep apnea, nasal & sinus diseases, hoarseness/vocal cord disorders, airway disorders, and neck masses. Dr. Greene attended Wake Forest University, where he received his medical degree, and completed his residency at Geisinger Medical Center. Dr. Greene is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery.|In his free time, Dr. Greene enjoys spending time with his children and grandchildren, as well as reading the Bible. Dr. Greene is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Mastoiditis, Ruptured Eardrum, Meniere Disease, Otitis, and Gastrostomy.

      Jessica L. Mckee
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Geisinger Medical Center - Gastroenterology

      100 North Academy Avenue, 
      Danville, PA 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Jessica McKee, DO, is a board-certified gastroenterologist, also known as a GI doctor. She is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in internal medicine and gastroenterology.|Dr. McKee earned her medical degree from the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed her residency in internal medicine at the Milton S. Hershey Medical Center and her fellowship in gastroenterology at Geisinger Medical Center, where she was chief gastroenterology fellow. Dr. Mckee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Jaundice, Encopresis, Crohn's Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Sara F. West
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Geisinger Medical Center - Hepatology

      100 North Academy Avenue, 
      Danville, PA 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Sara Fang-Jone West, DO, is a board-certified gastroenterologist, also known as a GI doctor. She is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in gastroenterology.|Dr. West earned her medical degree from Midwestern University, Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed her residency in internal medicine and her fellowship in gastroenterology at Geisinger Medical Center. Dr. West is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Colitis, and Endoscopy.

      Jason Dinko
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Family Medicine

      Geisinger Healthplex Woodbine - Community Medicine

      16 Woodbine Lane, 
      Danville, PA 
       (2.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Dinko is a board-certified physician specializing in family medicine. He attended The Commonwealth Medical College, where he received his medical degree, and completed his residency at Washington Hospital. Dr. Dinko is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.|Outside of work, Dr. Dinko enjoys sports. He also likes spending time outdoors, particularly hiking. Dr. Dinko is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Nephrosclerosis, and Renovascular Hypertension.

      Kenneth L. Cover
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine

      GMC General Internal Medicine

      35 Justin Drive, 
      Danville, PA 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Dr. Cover is a board-certified internal medicine physician. He attended The Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine, where he earned his medical degree. He completed his residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center - Mercy Hospital of Pittsburgh. Dr. Cover is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Cover is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Decerebrate Posture, Decorticate Posture, Acute Febrile Neutrophilic Dermatosis, and Anemia.

      Greg F. Burke
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine

      GMC General Internal Medicine

      35 Justin Drive, 
      Danville, PA 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Greg Burke, MD, is an internal medicine physician. He helps adults manage multiple complex conditions. And he provides preventive care. Dr. Burke has a special interest in the comprehensive care of older adults.|He attended Jefferson Medical College. He followed that with an internship at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia.|Dr. Burke was inspired to become a provider “to have the opportunity to help others in the relief of suffering.”|He adds, “I enjoy developing long-term relationships with my patients and sharing the work with wonderful colleagues.”|A native of northeastern Pennsylvania, Dr. Burke is the proud father of 4 daughters. Dr. Burke is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Decorticate Posture, Decerebrate Posture, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

      Conor J. Mulcahy
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine

      Geisinger Danville - General Internal Medicine

      35 Justin Drive, Floor 4, 
      Danville, PA 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Conor Mulcahy, DO, is an internal medicine physician. He cares for adults with a range of chronic and acute conditions. “I enjoy being a ‘Jack of all trades’ but have a particular interest in optimizing lifestyle to help patients live healthier lives,” he says.|Dr. Mulcahy earned his medical degree from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in Erie. After medical school, he completed a residency at Geisinger Medical Center, where he was resident of the year.|“I love the longitudinal relationships I get to have with patients,” he notes. “I also have a passion for teaching.”|In his spare time, Dr. Mulcahy enjoys ultimate Frisbee and hiking. Dr. Mulcahy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, High Cholesterol, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology

      Geisinger Medical Center - ENT

      100 North Academy Avenue, 
      Danville, PA 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Jennifer Rager is an Otolaryngologist in Danville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Rager is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Vertigo, Otitis, Nasal Septal Hematoma, and Low Nasal Bridge. Dr. Rager is currently accepting new patients.

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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 Danville, PA?

      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 Danville, PA?

      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 Danville, PA?

      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 Danville, PA?

      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 Danville, PA?

      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 Danville, PA?

      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 Danville, PA?

      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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