The 20 Best Painful Swallowing Doctors Near Me in Sandy, UT

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The 20 Best Painful Swallowing Doctors near Sandy, UT

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 118 doctor with experience in Painful Swallowing near Sandy, UT. Of these, 87 are Experienced, 28 are Advanced and 3 are Distinguished.

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    John C. Capener
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Southridge Clinic - General Surgery

    Riverton, UT 
     (7.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    24+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Diagnose and manage all general GI and Liver diseases. Dr. Capener is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Lower Esophageal Ring, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Scott B. Stern
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Intermountain Gastroenterology Specialists

    5169 South Cottonwood Street, Suite 610, 
    Murray, UT 
     (7.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    30+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Scott Stern is a Gastroenterologist in Murray, Utah. Dr. Stern has been practicing medicine for over 30 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Bile Duct Obstruction, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Stern is currently accepting new patients.

    John Schmidt
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Granite Peaks Gi

    1393 E Sego Lily Dr, 
    Sandy, UT 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Schmidt is a Gastroenterologist in Sandy, Utah. Dr. Schmidt is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Schmidt is currently accepting new patients.

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    James Stewart
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Utah Gastroenterology

    1393 E Sego Lily Dr, 
    Sandy, UT 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    The Granite Peaks Endoscopy center is where patients visit for a colonoscopy, upper endoscopy (EGD) and treatment for esophageal strictures (dilation). We also test for and diagnose colon cancer, celiac disease, IBD/Ulcerative Colitis/Crohn’s disease, diverticulosis, lactose intolerance, liver disease, GERD, Barrett’s esophagus and more. Dr. Stewart is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Diarrhea, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Robert Barnett
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Utah Gastroenterology

    1393 E Sego Lily Dr, 
    Sandy, UT 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Barnett is a Gastroenterologist in Sandy, Utah. Dr. Barnett is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, and Gastric Dysmotility. Dr. Barnett is currently accepting new patients.

    Christopher Canale
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Utah Gastroenterology

    6360 S 3000 E Ste 310, 
    Salt Lake City, UT 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Christopher Canale is a Gastroenterologist in Salt Lake City, Utah. Dr. Canale 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 Colonoscopy. Dr. Canale is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Granite Peaks Gi

    1393 E Sego Lily Dr, 
    Sandy, UT 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrew Heiner is a Gastroenterologist in Sandy, Utah. Dr. Heiner is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Crohn's Disease, Painful Swallowing, and Swallowing Difficulty. Dr. Heiner is currently accepting new patients.

    Faiz A. Shakir
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Alta View Clinic - Gastroenterology

    Sandy, UT 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    20+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    General GI including irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel disease (including Crohn's, ulcerative colitis, and microscopic colitis), esophageal disorders (including GERD, eosinophilic esophagitis, trouble swallowing, etc), liver disease (including fatty liver, autoimmune hepatitis, etc), post-gallbladder problems (bile reflux, bile acid diarrhea). Dr. Shakir is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Esophagitis, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Plastic Surgery
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Plastic Surgery

    South Valley Ear Nose And Throat

    1225 E Fort Union Blvd Ste 120, 
    Midvale, UT 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Hunter is a Plastic Surgeon in Midvale, Utah. Dr. Hunter is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Follicular Thyroid Cancer, Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma, Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer, Laryngectomy, and Parathyroidectomy. Dr. Hunter is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Plastic Surgery
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Plastic Surgery

    Ent Specialist

    96 E Kimballs Ln Ste 309, 
    Draper, UT 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David K. Palmer, MD, FACS, is an ear, nose, and throat physician whose specialty covers care from the shoulders and up. At ENT Specialists in Salt Lake City, Murray, Draper, Tooele, and West Jordan, Utah, he specializes in allergies, voice disorders, facial trauma, ENT infections, hearing aid testing, and snoring and sleep disorders. He is trained to care for patients of all ages.Dr. Palmer attended Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and the University of Utah in Salt Lake City, before receiving his medical degree from Drexel University College of Medicine (formerly the Medical College of Pennsylvania) in Philadelphia in 1986. He completed his ENT residency at Penn State University in University Park, Pennsylvania, in 1992, and achieved board certification shortly thereafter.At ENT Specialists, Dr. Palmer provides specialty allergy care, including testing and immunotherapy. He also performs a full range of surgical procedures such as placement of pressure equalization tubes in ears, tonsil and adenoid removal, nasal surgery, advanced endoscopic sinus surgery, and laser surgery.A Utah native, Dr. Palmer graduated from Skyline High School in Salt Lake City. He is married and has five children. He enjoys the arts, and in his spare time, he can be found playing the piano, watching the Utah Jazz, enjoying his wife's violin playing, playing sports with his family, or singing with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. Dr. Palmer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Acquired Tracheomalacia, Tracheobronchomalacia, Perichondritis, and Spasmodic Dysphonia.

    Edward Frech
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Imed Physicians

    5121 S Cottonwood St, 
    Murray, UT 
     (7.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Edward Frech is a Gastroenterologist in Murray, Utah. Dr. Frech is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Turcot Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Eosinophilic Esophagitis, and Liver Transplant. Dr. Frech is currently accepting new patients.

    Jason Wills
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Utah Gastroenterology

    Salt Lake City, UT 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jason Wills is a Gastroenterologist in Salt Lake City, Utah. Dr. Wills is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Wills is currently accepting new patients.

    Brett Doxey
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Utah Gastroenterology

    6360 S 3000 E Ste 310, 
    Salt Lake City, UT 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Brett Doxey is a Gastroenterologist in Salt Lake City, Utah. Dr. Doxey is rated as an Advanced 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 Gastrectomy. Dr. Doxey is currently accepting new patients.

    Peter Fenton
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Utah Gastroenterology

    6360 S 3000 E Ste 310, 
    Salt Lake City, UT 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Peter Fenton is a Gastroenterologist in Salt Lake City, Utah. Dr. Fenton is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Fenton is currently accepting new patients.

    Gordon Harmston
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Utah Gastroenterology

    6360 S 3000 E Ste 310, 
    Salt Lake City, UT 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Gordon Harmston is a Gastroenterologist in Salt Lake City, Utah. Dr. Harmston is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, and Barrett Esophagus. Dr. Harmston is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Granite Peaks Gi

    1393 E Sego Lily Dr, 
    Sandy, UT 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Cutler is a Gastroenterologist in Sandy, Utah. Dr. Cutler is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Heartburn, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, and Diarrhea. Dr. Cutler is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Granite Peaks Gi

    1393 E Sego Lily Dr, 
    Sandy, UT 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Steven Desautels is a Gastroenterologist in Sandy, Utah. Dr. Desautels is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Hemorrhoids, Esophagitis, and Benign Esophageal Stricture. Dr. Desautels is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Internal Medicine

    Granite Peaks Gi

    1393 E Sego Lily Dr, 
    Sandy, UT 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Jensen is an Internal Medicine provider in Sandy, Utah. Dr. Jensen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His top areas of expertise are Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Diarrhea, and Hemorrhoids. Dr. Jensen is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Utah Gastroenterology

    38 W 13775 S Ste 100, 
    Draper, UT 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Chaya Krishnamurthy is a Gastroenterologist in Draper, Utah. Dr. Krishnamurthy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Krishnamurthy is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology

    Utah Gastroenterology

    13953 S Bangerter Pkwy, 
    Draper, UT 
     (5.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David Moore is a Gastroenterologist in Draper, Utah. Dr. Moore 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, Gardner Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Moore is currently accepting new patients.

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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 Sandy, UT?

    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 Sandy, UT?

    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 Sandy, UT?

    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 Sandy, UT?

    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 Sandy, UT?

    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 Sandy, UT?

    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 Sandy, UT?

    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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