The 20 Best Painful Swallowing Doctors Near Me in Portsmouth, RI

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 143 doctor with experience in Painful Swallowing near Portsmouth, RI. Of these, 105 are Experienced, 37 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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143 providers found
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    375 Wampanoag Trl Ste 202A, 
    Riverside, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Harlan Rich is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Riverside, Rhode Island. Dr. Rich is rated as an Advanced 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 Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Ulcerative Colitis, Turcot Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required
    Providence, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Athos Bousvaros is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Bousvaros 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 Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Bousvaros is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Anesthesia Partners Of New England LLC

    62 Amaral St, 
    Riverside, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Fadlallah Habr is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Riverside, Rhode Island. Dr. Habr is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Barrett Esophagus, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Choledocholithiasis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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

    Daniel Quirk MD Inc.

    33 Staniford St, 
    Providence, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Akerman is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Akerman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 38 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Diverticular Disease, Painful Swallowing, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

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

    Richard J. Ruggieri MD Inc.

    160 Wayland Ave, 
    Providence, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Richard Ruggieri is a Geriatrics provider practicing medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Ruggieri 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 Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Vitamin D Deficiency, and Idiopathic Edema. Dr. Ruggieri is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Ear Nose & Throat Medicine And Surgery Group LLC

    850 Aquidneck Ave, 
    Middletown, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Cicchelli is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Middletown, Rhode Island. Dr. Cicchelli is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tracheitis, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, High Cholesterol, and Hypertension. Dr. Cicchelli is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Westerly Hospital

    25 Wells St, 
    Westerly, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Stefana Pecher is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Westerly, Rhode Island. Dr. Pecher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Lyme Disease, Insomnia, and Vitamin B12 Deficiency. Dr. Pecher is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Ultrasound East Providence RI

    375 Wampanoag Trl, 
    Riverside, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Paul Breiding is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Riverside, Rhode Island. Dr. Breiding 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 Sitosterolemia, High Cholesterol, Cholangitis, and Sclerosing Cholangitis. Dr. Breiding is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Office

    360 Kingstown Rd Unit 200, 
    Narragansett, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Gonzalez is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Narragansett, Rhode Island. Dr. Gonzalez 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 High Cholesterol, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Goodpasture Syndrome. Dr. Gonzalez is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Bristol County Physical Therapy & Sports Rehabilitation LLC

    1180 Hope St, 
    Bristol, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Howard Schulman is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bristol, Rhode Island. Dr. Schulman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Infant Hyperglycemia, Sitosterolemia, Macroamylasemia, and Hypertension. Dr. Schulman is currently accepting new patients.

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

    South County Health Primary Care-East Greenwich

    3461 S County Trl Ste 301, 
    East Greenwich, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Brian Pickett is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in East Greenwich, Rhode Island. Dr. Pickett is rated as an Experienced 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 Congenital Sucrase-Isomaltase Deficiency, Glucose Phosphate Isomerase Deficiency, Glucose-Galactose Malabsorption Deficiency, and Hypertension. Dr. Pickett is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Brown Physicians Inc.

    110 Elm St, 
    Providence, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    James Sullivan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Sullivan 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 Tenosynovitis, Vitamin D Deficiency, Chronic Cough, and Antiphospholipid Syndrome. Dr. Sullivan is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Bristol County Physical Therapy & Sports Rehabilitation LLC

    1180 Hope St, 
    Bristol, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kathryn Banner is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bristol, Rhode Island. Dr. Banner 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 Delayed Growth, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Banner is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Joseph D. Pianka MD Inc.

    110 Clock Tower Sq, 
    Portsmouth, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Pianka is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Portsmouth, Rhode Island. Dr. Pianka is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 43 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Barrett Esophagus, Gastric Dysmotility, Diverticular Disease, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

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

    Joseph D. Pianka MD Inc.

    110 Clock Tower Sq, 
    Portsmouth, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ravi Nadimpalli is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Portsmouth, Rhode Island. Dr. Nadimpalli is rated as an Advanced 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 Hemorrhoids, Visceromegaly, Enlarged Liver, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

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

    Daniel Quirk MD Inc.

    33 Staniford St, 
    Providence, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Eric Newton is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Newton 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 Visceromegaly, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Enlarged Liver, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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

    University Gastroenterology

    148 W River St Ste 3, 
    Providence, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jason Ferreira is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Ferreira is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 40 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Crohn's Disease, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

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

    Joseph D. Pianka MD Inc.

    110 Clock Tower Sq, 
    Portsmouth, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Edward Pensa is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Portsmouth, Rhode Island. Dr. Pensa is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastric Dysmotility, Heartburn, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, and Hemorrhoids.

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

    Daniel Quirk MD Inc.

    33 Staniford St, 
    Providence, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Philip Mcandrew is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Providence, Rhode Island. Dr. Mcandrew 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 Hemorrhoids, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), and Portal Hypertension.

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

    Internal Medicine Associates Inc.

    1150 Reservoir Ave Ste 201, 
    Cranston, RI 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Morris Elevado is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Cranston, Rhode Island. Dr. Elevado is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 39 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Barrett Esophagus, Bile Duct Obstruction, Choledocholithiasis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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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 Portsmouth, RI?

    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 Portsmouth, RI?

    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 Portsmouth, RI?

    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 Portsmouth, RI?

    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 Portsmouth, RI?

    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 Portsmouth, RI?

    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 Portsmouth, RI?

    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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