The 20 Best Painful Swallowing Doctors Near Me in little elm, TX

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 197 doctor with experience in Painful Swallowing near little elm, TX. Of these, 145 are Experienced, 51 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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

    Texas Health Digestive Specialists

    6124 W Parker Rd, Ste 336, 
    Plano, TX 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Aamer Agha is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Plano, Texas. Dr. Agha is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Hiatal Hernia, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Agha is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Geriatrics | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Geriatrics | Internal Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Texas Health Adult Care

    2100 Hedgcoxe Road, Suite 100, 
    Plano, TX 
     (10.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Paul Anthony is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics and Internal Medicine in Plano, Texas. Dr. Anthony 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 High Cholesterol, Infant Hyperglycemia, Sitosterolemia, and Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency. Dr. Anthony is currently accepting new patients.

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

    UT Southwestern Frisco - Digestive Disease

    12500 Dallas Pkwy, Second Fl, 
    Frisco, TX 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Magdalena Espinoza is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Frisco, Texas. Dr. Espinoza is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Espinoza is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Premier Wellness Urgent Care Clinic PLLC

    2833 W Eldorado Pkwy Ste 307, 
    Little Elm, TX 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Luis Trigo-Iii is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Little Elm, Texas. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Trigo-Iii 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 Insomnia, Continuous Spike-Wave During Slow Sleep Syndrome, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), and Photosensitive Epilepsy. Dr. Trigo-Iii is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Texas Health Digestive Specialists

    4221 Medical Pkwy, Ste 150, 
    Carrollton, TX 
     (10.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Adnan Nadir is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Carrollton, Texas. Dr. Nadir is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Childhood Volvulus, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Nadir is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Digestive Health Associates Of Texas - Frisco

    11330 Legacy Dr, Ste 205, 
    Frisco, TX 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Telugu
    Accepting New Patients

    Saikiran Raghavapuram is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Frisco, Texas. Dr. Raghavapuram is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 45 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Portal Hypertension, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Jaundice, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Raghavapuram is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Digestive Health Associates Of Texas - Frisco

    11330 Legacy Dr, Ste 205, 
    Frisco, TX 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Telugu
    Accepting New Patients

    Murali Alloju is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Frisco, Texas. Dr. Alloju is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 37 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hemorrhoids, Indigestion, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Alloju is currently accepting new patients.

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

    UT Southwestern Frisco - Otolaryngology

    12500 Dallas Pkwy, Second Fl, 
    Frisco, TX 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Socorro Chamblee is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Frisco, Texas. Dr. Chamblee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Tinnitus, Infant Hearing Loss, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), and DFNB1. Dr. Chamblee is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Referral required

    UT Southwestern Frisco - Digestive Disease

    12500 Dallas Pkwy, Second Fl, 
    Frisco, TX 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Vincent Kuo is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Frisco, Texas. Dr. Kuo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heartburn, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Tenesmus, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Kuo is currently accepting new patients.

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

    UT Southwestern Frisco - Otolaryngology

    12500 Dallas Pkwy, Second Fl, 
    Frisco, TX 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Steven Peskind is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Frisco, Texas. Dr. Peskind is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Jones Syndrome, DFNB1, Infant Hearing Loss, and Tinnitus. Dr. Peskind is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Texas Health Family Care

    3020 East Hebron Parkway, Ste A100, 
    Carrollton, TX 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Jose De Lara is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Carrollton, Texas. Dr. De Lara is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension. Dr. De Lara is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Geriatrics | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Geriatrics | Internal Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Texas Health Internal Medicine Residency Clinic

    7000 W Plano Pkwy., Suite 250, 
    Plano, TX 
     (10.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jennifer Attmore is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics and Internal Medicine in Plano, Texas. Dr. Attmore is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sitosterolemia, High Cholesterol, Vitamin D Deficiency, and Familial Hypertension.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Family Medicine | Palliative Medicine | Geriatrics
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Family Medicine | Palliative Medicine | Geriatrics

    Griego Family Medicine Centre

    10050 Legacy Dr, Ste 400, 
    Frisco, TX 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Spanish, Vietnamese
    Offers Telehealth

    Ralph Cox is a Palliative Medicine specialist and a Geriatrics provider practicing medicine in Frisco, Texas. Dr. Cox is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Vitamin D Deficiency, and Necrosis. Dr. Cox is board certified in Hospice & Palliative Medicine- American Board Of Family Medicine/Hospice And Palliative Medicine, Geriatric Medicine- American Board Of Family Medicine, Hospice And Palliative Medicine- American Board Of Family Medicine, Geriatric Medicine- American Board Of Family Medicine/Geriatric Medicine, Public Health And General Preventive Medicine- American Board Of Preventive Medicine, Family Medicine- American Board Of Family Medicine, Addiction Medicine- American Board Of Preventive Medicine/Addiction Medicine, and Addiction Medicine- American Board Of Preventive Medicine.

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

    Office

    8745 Gary Burns Dr Ste 160, 
    Frisco, TX 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Aneesha Asher is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Frisco, Texas. Dr. Asher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Alzheimer's Disease, Vascular Dementia, Hemiplegia, and Dementia. Dr. Asher is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Office

    5899 Preston Rd Ste 1004, 
    Frisco, TX 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Zille Shah is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Frisco, Texas. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Muscle Atrophy, Dysgraphia, Dementia, and Swallowing Difficulty. Dr. Shah is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Star Renal Care PLLC

    8668 John Hickman Pkwy Ste 1003, 
    Frisco, TX 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Fareha Kazi is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Frisco, Texas. Dr. Kazi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Low Blood Pressure, Muscle Atrophy, and Nephrosclerosis. Dr. Kazi is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Center For Pediatric Surgery

    4200 W University Dr, 
    Prosper, TX 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Anthony Anani is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Prosper, Texas. Dr. Anani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His clinical expertise encompasses Celiac Disease, Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Familial Short Stature (FSS), and Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS). Dr. Anani is currently accepting new patients.

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

    UT Southwestern Primary Care At Frisco

    12950 Dallas Pkwy Ste 500, 
    Frisco, TX 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas King is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Frisco, Texas. Dr. King 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 High Cholesterol, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

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

    Office

    5858 Main St Ste 210, 
    Frisco, TX 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John Treer is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Frisco, Texas. Dr. Treer 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 High Cholesterol, Acute Mountain Sickness, Cirrhosis, and Sitosterolemia.

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

    Digestive Health Associates Of Texas - Frisco

    3880 Parkwood Blvd, Ste 602, 
    Frisco, TX 
     (6.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sangeethapriya Duraiswamy is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Frisco, Texas. Dr. Duraiswamy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 36 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Childhood Volvulus, Portal Hypertension, Indigestion, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Duraiswamy is board certified in Gastroenterology- American Board Of Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology- American Board Of Internal Med/Gastroenterology, and Internal Medicine- American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Duraiswamy is currently accepting new patients.

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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 little elm, TX?

    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 little elm, TX?

    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 little elm, TX?

    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 little elm, TX?

    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 little elm, TX?

    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 little elm, TX?

    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 little elm, TX?

    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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