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    MediFind found 35 doctor with experience in Painful Swallowing near Kingsport, TN. Of these, 23 are Experienced, 9 are Advanced and 3 are Distinguished.

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    35 providers found
      Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Sullivan Digestive Center

      2204 Pavilion Dr, Ste 108, 
      Kingsport, TN 
       (2.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      . Dr. Sullivan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, and Gastritis.

      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      BHMA Gastroenterology- Kingsport

      130 W Ravine Rd, 
      Kingsport, TN 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      . Dr. Myneni is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Barrett Esophagus, Diverticular Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      BHMA Gastroenterology- Kingsport

      130 W Ravine Rd, 
      Kingsport, TN 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      . Dr. Levine is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Acute Pancreatitis, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing

      BHMA Gastroenterology- Kingsport

      130 W Ravine Rd, 
      Kingsport, TN 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      . Dr. Mathews is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Enlarged Liver, Cirrhosis, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

      Gabriela P. Villalobos
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine

      Holston Medical Group- Hospitalists

      105 W Stone Dr, Ste 1J, 
      Kingsport, TN 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      . Dr. Villalobos is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Edema, Atypical Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Endoscopy, and Cardiac Ablation.

      Elisa J. Lafountain
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine

      Holston Medical Group- Hospitalists

      105 W Stone Dr, Ste 1J, 
      Kingsport, TN 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      . Dr. Lafountain is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Peptic Ulcer, Apoplexy, Heart Attack, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

      Marta J. Wayt
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine

      Ballad Health Medical Associates Family Medicine And Internal Medicine

      111 West Stone Drive, Suite 200, 
      Kingsport, TN 
       (0.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Dr. Marta Wayt’s career is guided by faith and a passion for treating the underserved. She is an internal medicine doctor and a Regional Medical Director for Ballad Health Medical Associates. She also serves as the volunteer medical director of Providence Medical Clinic of Kingsport, a clinic that offers free acute and primary care to residents of Sullivan County and the greater Kingsport area living at 150% and below poverty guidelines. Her mission is simple: “I am a devoted Christian who was called into medicine to serve my fellow man, especially senior adults and complicated patients,” she says. Focusing on her calling helped her find her life’s path. “I chose internal medicine because it gave me the best training to take care of those complicated patients. I chose primary care because I like to develop relationships with my patients over their lifetimes.”. Dr. Wayt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Macroamylasemia, Ballinger-Wallace Syndrome, Breast Cancer, Anemia, and Endoscopy.

      William J. Steptoe
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Internal Medicine

      Ballad Health Medical Associates Family Medicine, Internal Medicine And Pediatrics

      2204 Pavilion Drive, Suite 200, 
      Kingsport, TN 
       (2.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      . Dr. Steptoe 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), Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

      David R. Osterhus
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology

      Meadowview Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists

      5 Sheridan Sq, 
      Kingsport, TN 
       (2.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      . Dr. Osterhus is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer, Thyroid Cancer, Follicular Thyroid Cancer, Laryngectomy, and Septoplasty.

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

      Mountain Region Family Medicine

      444 Clinchfield St, Ste 2700, 
      Kingsport, TN 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      . Dr. Metcalf is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Sitosterolemia, Familial Hypertriglyceridemia, and High Cholesterol.

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

      Mountain Region Family Medicine

      444 Clinchfield St, Ste 2800, 
      Kingsport, TN 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      . Dr. Misischia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      BHMA Gastroenterology- Kingsport

      130 W Ravine Rd, 
      Kingsport, TN 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      . Dr. Shuster is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Lower Esophageal Ring, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology

      Holston Medical Group- Ear, Nose & Throat

      105 W Stone Dr, Ste 4D, 
      Kingsport, TN 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      . Dr. Hunt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, Ruptured Eardrum, Jones Syndrome, and DFNB1.

      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology

      Holston Medical Group- Ear, Nose & Throat

      105 W Stone Dr, Ste 4D, 
      Kingsport, TN 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      . Dr. Seluk is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Aural Polyps, Infant Hearing Loss, Empyema, and Jones Syndrome.

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

      Friends In Need Health Center Inc.

      1916 Brookside Dr, 
      Kingsport, TN 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      . Dr. Eastridge is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Short Stature (Growth Disorders).

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

      ETSU Physicians & Associates- Internal Medicine

      4 Sheridan Sq, Ste 200, 
      Kingsport, TN 
       (2.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      . Dr. Danisi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Painful Swallowing
      Otolaryngology

      Meadowview Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists

      5 Sheridan Sq, 
      Kingsport, TN 
       (2.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      . Dr. Wallace is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Male Pattern Baldness, DFNB1, Jones Syndrome, and Infant Hearing Loss.

      Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Wellmont Medical Associates Inc

      130 W Ravine Rd, 
      Kingsport, TN 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Raif Elsakr is a Gastroenterologist in Kingsport, Tennessee. Dr. Elsakr is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Diarrhea, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Gastroenterology Associates

      135 W Ravine Rd, Suite 3 A, 
      Kingsport, TN 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Douglas Homoky is a Gastroenterologist in Kingsport, Tennessee. Dr. Homoky is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Visceromegaly, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Painful Swallowing
      Gastroenterology

      Gastroenterology Associates

      135 W Ravine Rd, Suite 3 A, 
      Kingsport, TN 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Ward Zeno is a Gastroenterologist in Kingsport, Tennessee. Dr. Zeno is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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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 Kingsport, TN?

      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 Kingsport, TN?

      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 Kingsport, TN?

      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 Kingsport, TN?

      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 Kingsport, TN?

      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 Kingsport, TN?

      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 Kingsport, TN?

      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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