The 20 Best Painful Swallowing Doctors Near Me in Spokane, WA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 65 doctor with experience in Painful Swallowing near Spokane, WA. Of these, 54 are Experienced and 11 are Advanced.

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

    C William Britt JR MD PLLC

    42 E Rowan Ave Ste A, 
    Spokane, WA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Castilian, French, Mandarin, Polish, Spanish, Thai
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffery Trail is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Trail 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 Asthma in Children, Asthma, Chronic Pain, and Gout. Dr. Trail is currently accepting new patients.

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

    C William Britt JR MD PLLC

    42 E Rowan Ave Ste A, 
    Spokane, WA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Swedish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Philip Henry is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Henry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Congenital Sucrase-Isomaltase Deficiency. Dr. Henry is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required
    105 West 8th Avenue, Suite 6010W, 
    Spokane, WA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Bulgarian, Castilian, German, Hindi, Khmer, Russian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Durnford is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Durnford is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Crohn's Disease, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, and Gardner Syndrome. Dr. Durnford is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Spokane Digestive Disease Center

    105 W 8th Ave Ste 6010, 
    Spokane, WA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Castilian, Filipino, German, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Lee Stone is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Stone is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Crohn's Disease, Colonic Malakoplakia, Hemorrhoids, and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). Dr. Stone is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required
    105 West 8th Avenue, Suite 7050, 
    Spokane, WA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Amharic, Italian, Korean, Russian
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Eashen Liu is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Liu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. She is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Enlarged Liver, Visceromegaly, Cirrhosis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Liu is currently accepting new patients.

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

    MultiCare Rockwood Digestive Health Center

    910 W 5th Ave Ste 501, 
    Spokane, WA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi, French, Telugu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Murali Nalluri is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Nalluri is rated as an Advanced 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 Esophagitis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Nalluri is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Liberty Anesthesia LLC

    105 W 8th Ave Ste 6010, 
    Spokane, WA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Scott Mcshane practices in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Mcshane is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gardner Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, and Indigestion. Dr. Mcshane is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Referral required
    105 West 8th Avenue, Suite 7050, 
    Spokane, WA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Japanese, Spanish, Vietnamese
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Wichit Srikureja is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Srikureja is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 52 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bile Duct Stricture, Neuroma Biliary Tract, Cholestasis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Srikureja is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required
    105 West 8th Avenue, Suite 7050, 
    Spokane, WA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Hindi, Japanese, Kannada, Korean, Malayalam, Spanish, Tamil
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nishant Puri is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Puri is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Childhood Pancreatitis, Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Endoscopy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Puri is currently accepting new patients.

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

    South Perry Endoscopy

    907 S Perry St Ste 260, 
    Spokane, WA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Harold Preiksaitis is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Preiksaitis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lower Esophageal Ring, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Esophagitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Preiksaitis is currently accepting new patients.

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

    MultiCare Deaconess Hospital

    800 W 5th Ave, 
    Spokane, WA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Korean, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jonathan Stabler is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Stabler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, Clear Cell Sarcoma, Renovascular Hypertension, and Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL). Dr. Stabler is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Providence Internal Medicine-Kendall Yards

    546 N Jefferson Ln, 
    Spokane, WA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Korean, Spanish, Thai
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Wigert is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Wigert is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP). Dr. Wigert is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required
    801 W 5th Ave, Suite 622, 
    Spokane, WA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Arnold Cohen is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Cohen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His clinical expertise encompasses Barrett Esophagus, Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, and Benign Esophageal Stricture.

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

    Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center & Children's Hospital

    101 W 8th Ave, 
    Spokane, WA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Italian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dexter Preugschat is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Preugschat 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 End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Sepsis, Stroke, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Preugschat is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Inland Northwest Behavioral Health

    104 W 5th Ave, 
    Spokane, WA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Raymond Hutson is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Hutson 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 Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Cerebellar Degeneration, and Cellulitis. Dr. Hutson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required
    217 West Cataldo Avenue, 
    Spokane, WA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Bunn is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Bunn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tongue Cancer, Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands, Mikulicz Disease, Laryngectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Bunn is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required
    217 West Cataldo Avenue, 
    Spokane, WA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Castilian, Danish, French, Hindi, Punjabi, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Virginie Achim is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Achim 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 Mikulicz Disease, Tonsil Stones, Salivary Duct Stones, Gastrostomy, and Laryngectomy. Dr. Achim is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Pediatric Otolaryngology | Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Pediatric Otolaryngology | Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required
    217 West Cataldo Avenue, 
    Spokane, WA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Korean, Punjabi, Russian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    David Malone is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist and an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Malone 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 Jones Syndrome, Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, and Tonsil Stones. Dr. Malone is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Geriatrics | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Geriatrics | Internal Medicine
    Referral may be required
    546 North Jefferson Lane, 
    Spokane, WA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Central Khmer, Czech, Filipino
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Floyd is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics and Internal Medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Floyd is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension. Dr. Floyd is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Painful Swallowing
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required
    105 W 8th Ave, Suite 6010, 
    Spokane, WA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Karl Houglum is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Houglum is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Painful Swallowing. His clinical expertise encompasses Crohn's Disease, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastric Dysmotility, and Swallowing Difficulty. Dr. Houglum 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 Spokane, WA?

    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 Spokane, WA?

    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 Spokane, WA?

    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 Spokane, WA?

    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 Spokane, WA?

    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 Spokane, WA?

    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 Spokane, WA?

    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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