The 20 Best Sialadenitis Doctors Near Me in Columbia, SC

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 19 doctor with experience in Sialadenitis near Columbia, SC. Of these, 16 are Experienced and 3 are Advanced.

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    Neal W. Burkhalter
    Advanced in Sialadenitis
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Sialadenitis
    Otolaryngology

    Palmetto ENT & Allergy

    2801 Devine Street, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Neal Burkhalter is an Otolaryngologist in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Burkhalter is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sialadenitis. His top areas of expertise are Sialadenitis, Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, and Jones Syndrome. Dr. Burkhalter is currently accepting new patients.

    Tab E. Thompson
    Experienced in Sialadenitis
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Sialadenitis
    Otolaryngology

    Palmetto ENT & Allergy

    2801 Devine Street, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Tab Thompson is an Otolaryngologist in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Thompson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sialadenitis. His top areas of expertise are Nasal Polyps, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Sinusitis, and Empyema. Dr. Thompson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Sialadenitis
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Sialadenitis
    Otolaryngology

    Carolina Eye, Ear, Nose And Throat Associates

    2016 Sumter Street, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Scott Thompson is an Otolaryngologist in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Thompson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sialadenitis. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, Jones Syndrome, DFNB1, and Grass Allergy. Dr. Thompson is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Sialadenitis
    Allergy and Immunology
    Advanced in Sialadenitis
    Allergy and Immunology

    Lexington ENT & Allergy

    146 E Hospital Dr Ste 200, 
    West Columbia, SC 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brian Heaberlin is an Allergy and Immunologist in West Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Heaberlin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sialadenitis. His top areas of expertise are Thyroid Nodule, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Trachoma, Empyema, and Gastrostomy.

    Jonathan D. King
    Experienced in Sialadenitis
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Sialadenitis
    Otolaryngology

    CENTA Medical Group–Lexington

    157 Corley Mill Road, 
    Lexington, SC 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jonathan King is an Otolaryngologist in Lexington, South Carolina. Dr. King is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sialadenitis. His top areas of expertise are Trachoma, Lymphatic Filariasis, Laryngitis, Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands, and Gastrostomy. Dr. King is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Sialadenitis
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Sialadenitis
    Otolaryngology

    South Carolina ENT Allergy & Sleep Medicine – Downtown

    145 Park Central Drive, Suite 100, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (7.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    William Thomas is an Otolaryngologist in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Thomas is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sialadenitis. His top areas of expertise are Retropharyngeal Abscess, Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands, Salivary Gland Tumors, Laryngectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Thomas is currently accepting new patients.

    Valerie A. Fritsch
    Experienced in Sialadenitis
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Sialadenitis
    Otolaryngology

    South Carolina ENT Allergy & Sleep Medicine – Downtown

    145 Park Central Drive, Suite 100, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (7.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Valerie Fritsch is an Otolaryngologist in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Fritsch is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sialadenitis. Her top areas of expertise are Allergic Rhinitis, Empyema, Sinusitis, and Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder. Dr. Fritsch is currently accepting new patients.

    Alan H. Brill
    Experienced in Sialadenitis
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Sialadenitis
    Otolaryngology

    Midlands ENT, PA

    3 Medical Park Suite 130, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (7.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Alan Brill is an Otolaryngologist in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Brill is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sialadenitis. His top areas of expertise are Otitis, Infant Hearing Loss, Palatal Myoclonus, and Nonallergic Rhinopathy. Dr. Brill is currently accepting new patients.

    Janaki L. Emani
    Experienced in Sialadenitis
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Sialadenitis
    Otolaryngology

    South Carolina ENT Allergy & Sleep Medicine – Northeast

    110 Highland Center Drive, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Janaki Emani is an Otolaryngologist in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Emani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sialadenitis. Her top areas of expertise are Empyema, Sinusitis, Allergic Rhinitis, Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder, and Adenoidectomy. Dr. Emani is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Sialadenitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Sialadenitis
    General Surgery

    Office

    146 N Hospital Dr Ste 200, 
    West Columbia, SC 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Melanie Seybt is a General Surgeon in West Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Seybt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sialadenitis. Her top areas of expertise are Thyroid Nodule, Parathyroid Adenoma, Parathyroid Cancer, Thyroidectomy, and Parathyroidectomy.

    Experienced in Sialadenitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Sialadenitis
    General Surgery

    Office

    146 N Hospital Dr Ste 200, 
    West Columbia, SC 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Edward Woody is a General Surgeon in West Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Woody is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sialadenitis. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss, and Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome.

    Experienced in Sialadenitis
    Otolaryngology | Surgical Oncology
    Experienced in Sialadenitis
    Otolaryngology | Surgical Oncology

    Lexington ENT & Allergy

    146 E Hospital Dr Ste 200, 
    West Columbia, SC 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jordan Rawl is an Otolaryngologist and a Surgical Oncologist in West Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Rawl is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sialadenitis. Her top areas of expertise are Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer, Follicular Thyroid Cancer, Papillary Thyroid Cancer, Tissue Biopsy, and Endovascular Embolization.

    Experienced in Sialadenitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Sialadenitis
    Family Medicine

    Lexington Family Practice West Columbia

    3314 Platt Springs Rd, 
    West Columbia, SC 
     (5.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Harris is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in West Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Harris is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sialadenitis. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

    Experienced in Sialadenitis
    Sleep Medicine
    Experienced in Sialadenitis
    Sleep Medicine

    Southeastern Ear Nose Throat Allergy And Sleep Disorders Institute

    1040 Pinnacle Point Dr, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (8.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Chad Gunnlaugsson is a Sleep Medicine provider in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Gunnlaugsson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sialadenitis. His top areas of expertise are Grass Allergy, Empyema, Sinusitis, and Allergic Rhinitis.

    Experienced in Sialadenitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Sialadenitis
    Family Medicine

    Novant Health Urgent Care - Hope Ferry

    5224 Sunset Blvd, 
    Lexington, SC 
     (9.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Payam Yousefian is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lexington, South Carolina. Dr. Yousefian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sialadenitis. His top areas of expertise are Tracheitis, Cellulitis, Peptic Ulcer, and Necrosis.

    Experienced in Sialadenitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Sialadenitis
    Family Medicine

    LMc Urgent Care-Northeast

    3016 Longtown Commons Dr, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (11.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Bingham is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Bingham is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sialadenitis. His top areas of expertise are Sickle Cell Disease, Tietz Syndrome, Costochondritis, and Tension Headache.

    Experienced in Sialadenitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Sialadenitis
    Family Medicine

    Progressive Physical Therapy PA

    10040 Two Notch Rd, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (11.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Namrata Shidhaye is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Shidhaye is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sialadenitis. Her top areas of expertise are Sinusitis, Empyema, Cellulitis, and COVID-19.

    Experienced in Sialadenitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Sialadenitis
    Family Medicine

    Lexington County Health Services District Inc.

    103 Summit Centre Dr, 
    Columbia, SC 
     (13.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Terry Nagel is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Nagel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sialadenitis. His top areas of expertise are Premature Ovarian Failure, Infertility, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Experienced in Sialadenitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Sialadenitis
    Internal Medicine

    Internal Medicine Associates West Columbia

    103 Thompson St Ste 200, 
    Lexington, SC 
     (13.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kirk Steptoe is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lexington, South Carolina. Dr. Steptoe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sialadenitis. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Sialadenitis?

    Sialadenitis is an infection of the salivary glands. It is usually caused by a virus or bacteria. The parotid (in front of the ear) and submandibular (under the chin) glands are most commonly affected. Sialadenitis may be associated with pain, tenderness, redness, and gradual, localized swelling of the affected area. Sialadenitis most commonly affects the elderly and chronically ill especially those with dry mouth or who are dehydrated, but can also affected people of any age including newborn babies. Diagnosis is usually made by clinical exam but a CT scan, MRI scan or ultrasound may be done if the doctor suspects an abscess or to look for stones.

    When should I see a Sialadenitis doctor near Columbia, 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 Sialadenitis doctor near Columbia, 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 Sialadenitis doctors near Columbia, 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 Sialadenitis doctors near Columbia, 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 Sialadenitis doctor near Columbia, 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 Sialadenitis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Sialadenitis 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 Sialadenitis doctor near Columbia, 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 Sialadenitis 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 Sialadenitis 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 Sialadenitis doctors near Columbia, SC?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Sialadenitis 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 Sialadenitis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Sialadenitis 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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