The 20 Best Painful Swallowing Doctors Near Me in Simpsonville, SC

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The 20 Best Painful Swallowing Doctors near Simpsonville, SC

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 106 doctor with experience in Painful Swallowing near Simpsonville, SC. Of these, 72 are Experienced, 26 are Advanced and 8 are Distinguished.

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    Madhusudhan Sunkavalli
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    General Surgery | Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    General Surgery | Gastroenterology

    Gastroenterology Associates

    125 Halton Road, Suite 200, 
    Greenville, SC 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Madhusudhan Sunkavalli is a General Surgeon and a Gastroenterologist in Greenville, South Carolina. Dr. Sunkavalli is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Achalasia, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Sunkavalli is currently accepting new patients.

    Jared T. Geist
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    General Surgery | Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    General Surgery | Gastroenterology

    Gastroenterology Associates

    125 Halton Road, Suite 200, 
    Greenville, SC 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jared Geist is a General Surgeon and a Gastroenterologist in Greenville, South Carolina. Dr. Geist is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Morning Sickness, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Geist is currently accepting new patients.

    Christopher J. Fyock
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    General Surgery | Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    General Surgery | Gastroenterology

    Gastroenterology Associates

    125 Halton Road, Suite 200, 
    Greenville, SC 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Christopher Fyock is a General Surgeon and a Gastroenterologist in Greenville, South Carolina. Dr. Fyock is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Painful Swallowing, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Fyock is currently accepting new patients.

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    Preston A. Jones
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    General Surgery | Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    General Surgery | Gastroenterology

    Gastroenterology Associates

    125 Halton Road, Suite 200, 
    Greenville, SC 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Preston Jones is a General Surgeon and a Gastroenterologist in Greenville, South Carolina. Dr. Jones is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Lower Esophageal Ring, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Jones is currently accepting new patients.

    Joseph S. Lebel
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    General Surgery | Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    General Surgery | Gastroenterology

    Gastroenterology Associates

    125 Halton Road, Suite 200, 
    Greenville, SC 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Joseph Lebel is a General Surgeon and a Gastroenterologist in Greenville, South Carolina. Dr. Lebel is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Lebel is currently accepting new patients.

    Peter A. Naas
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    General Surgery | Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    General Surgery | Gastroenterology

    Gastroenterology Associates

    125 Halton Road, Suite 200, 
    Greenville, SC 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Peter Naas is a General Surgeon and a Gastroenterologist in Greenville, South Carolina. Dr. Naas is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Cronkhite-Canada Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Naas is currently accepting new patients.

    Kalpit H. Devani
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    General Surgery | Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    General Surgery | Gastroenterology

    Prisma Health Gastroenterology And Liver Center – Simpsonville

    727 Southeast Main Street, Suite 340, 
    Simpsonville, SC 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kalpit Devani is a General Surgeon and a Gastroenterologist in Simpsonville, South Carolina. Dr. Devani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Acute Pancreatitis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Hepatorenal Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Devani is currently accepting new patients.

    Paul A. Mazanec
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    General Surgery | Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    General Surgery | Gastroenterology

    Gastroenterology Associates

    125 Halton Road, Suite 200, 
    Greenville, SC 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Paul Mazanec is a General Surgeon and a Gastroenterologist in Greenville, South Carolina. Dr. Mazanec is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Painful Swallowing, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Mazanec is currently accepting new patients.

    David Q. Gulley
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    General Surgery | Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    General Surgery | Gastroenterology

    Gastroenterology Associates

    125 Halton Road, Suite 200, 
    Greenville, SC 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David Gulley is a General Surgeon and a Gastroenterologist in Greenville, South Carolina. Dr. Gulley is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Gulley is currently accepting new patients.

    Stephen Brackbill
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    General Surgery | Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    General Surgery | Gastroenterology

    Gastroenterology Associates

    125 Halton Road, Suite 200, 
    Greenville, SC 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Stephen Brackbill is a General Surgeon and a Gastroenterologist in Greenville, South Carolina. Dr. Brackbill is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Diverticular Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Brackbill is currently accepting new patients.

    Hiren Vallabh
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    General Surgery | Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    General Surgery | Gastroenterology

    Gastroenterology Associates

    125 Halton Road, Suite 200, 
    Greenville, SC 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Hiren Vallabh is a General Surgeon and a Gastroenterologist in Greenville, South Carolina. Dr. Vallabh has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Colitis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Gastric Bypass. Dr. Vallabh is currently accepting new patients.

    David T. Palma
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    General Surgery | Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    General Surgery | Gastroenterology

    Gastroenterology Associates

    125 Halton Road, Suite 200, 
    Greenville, SC 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David Palma is a General Surgeon and a Gastroenterologist in Greenville, South Carolina. Dr. Palma is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Lower Esophageal Ring, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Palma is currently accepting new patients.

    Ayub A. Merchant
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    General Surgery | Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    General Surgery | Gastroenterology

    Gastroenterology Associates

    125 Halton Road, Suite 200, 
    Greenville, SC 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ayub Merchant is a General Surgeon and a Gastroenterologist in Greenville, South Carolina. Dr. Merchant is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Merchant is currently accepting new patients.

    Ritu Saha
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    General Surgery | Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    General Surgery | Gastroenterology

    Gastroenterology Associates

    125 Halton Road, Suite 200, 
    Greenville, SC 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ritu Saha is a General Surgeon and a Gastroenterologist in Greenville, South Carolina. Dr. Saha is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Ulcerative Colitis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Saha is currently accepting new patients.

    Matthew R. Barnes
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    General Surgery | Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    General Surgery | Gastroenterology

    Gastroenterology Associates

    125 Halton Road, Suite 200, 
    Greenville, SC 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Matthew Barnes is a General Surgeon and a Gastroenterologist in Greenville, South Carolina. Dr. Barnes is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Colitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Barnes is currently accepting new patients.

    Robert Eller
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology

    Greenville ENT And Allergy Associates

    124 Verdae Boulevard, Suite 300, 
    Greenville, SC 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Eller is an Otolaryngologist in Greenville, South Carolina. Dr. Eller is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Laryngeal Nerve Damage, Spasmodic Dysphonia, Vocal Cord Dysfunction, Swallowing Difficulty, and Laryngectomy.

    Karandeep Maur
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Prisma Health Gastroenterology Consultants Of Internal Medicine Associates – Greenville

    905 Verdae Boulevard, Suite 204, 
    Greenville, SC 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Karandeep Maur is a Gastroenterologist in Greenville, South Carolina. Dr. Maur is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Watermelon Stomach, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Maur is currently accepting new patients.

    Jeffrey B. Jorgensen
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Pediatric Otolaryngology | Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Pediatric Otolaryngology | Otolaryngology

    Prisma Health Ear, Nose, And Throat

    200 Patewood Drive, Suite B400, 
    Greenville, SC 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jeffrey Jorgensen is an Otolaryngologist and a Pediatric Otolaryngologist in Greenville, South Carolina. Dr. Jorgensen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma, Tongue Cancer, Mikulicz Disease, Laryngectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Jorgensen is currently accepting new patients.

    Anjani Jammula
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Prisma Health Gastroenterology And Liver Center – Greenville

    890 West Faris Road, Suite 100, 
    Greenville, SC 
     (10.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Anjani Jammula is a Gastroenterologist in Greenville, South Carolina. Dr. Jammula is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Colitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Painful Swallowing, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Jammula is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Gastroenterology Associates PA

    125 Halton Rd Ste 200, 
    Greenville, SC 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Claude Yarborough is a Gastroenterologist in Greenville, South Carolina. Dr. Yarborough is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Lower Esophageal Ring, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    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 Simpsonville, SC?

    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 Simpsonville, SC?

    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 Simpsonville, SC?

    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 Simpsonville, SC?

    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 Simpsonville, SC?

    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 Simpsonville, SC?

    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 Simpsonville, SC?

    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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