The 20 Best Swallowing Difficulty Doctors Near Me in Ontario, CA

Find the Top Swallowing Difficulty Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 11/08/2026

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MediFind found 50 doctor with experience in Swallowing Difficulty near Ontario, CA. Of these, 41 are Experienced, 7 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Referral may be required
    Ottawa, ON, CA 

    Catriona Steele practices practicing medicine in Ottawa, Canada. Ms. Steele is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Swallowing Difficulty, Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Malnutrition, and Laryngectomy.

    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Referral may be required
    Hamilton, ON, CA 

    Ashwini Macdonald-Namasivayam practices practicing medicine in Hamilton, Canada. Ms. Macdonald-Namasivayam is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Swallowing Difficulty, Dehydration, Dementia, and Pneumonia.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Referral may be required
    Toronto, ON, CA 

    Sana Smaoui practices practicing medicine in Toronto, Canada. Ms. Smaoui is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Swallowing Difficulty, Malnutrition, Stroke, and Laryngectomy.

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    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Referral may be required
    550 University Avenue, 
    Toronto, ON, CA 

    Sonja Molfenter practices practicing medicine in Toronto, Canada. Ms. Molfenter is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Swallowing Difficulty, Muscle Atrophy, Malnutrition, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Spinal Fusion.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Referral may be required
    Toronto, ON, CA 

    Renata Mancopes practices practicing medicine in Toronto, Canada. Ms. Mancopes is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Swallowing Difficulty, Chronic Cough, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), and Laryngectomy.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Referral may be required
    Department Of Otolaryngology Head And Neck Surgery, 
    Toronto, ON, CA 

    Jolie Ringash practices practicing medicine in Toronto, Canada. Ms. Ringash is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), Swallowing Difficulty, Anal Cancer, Gastrostomy, and Lung Transplant.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Referral may be required
    200 Elizabeth St, M5G, 2C4, 
    Toronto, ON, CA 

    Gail Darling practices practicing medicine in Toronto, Canada. Darling is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. They are also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Esophageal Cancer, Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Endoscopy, and Lymphadenectomy.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Referral may be required
    200 Elizabeth St, 
    Toronto, ON, CA 

    Moira Kapral practices practicing medicine in Toronto, Canada. Ms. Kapral is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Atrial Fibrillation, Thrombectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Referral may be required
    Hamilton, ON, CA 

    Raed Joundi practices practicing medicine in Hamilton, Canada. Mr. Joundi is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Swallowing Difficulty, Thrombectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Referral may be required
    Ottawa, ON, CA 

    Heather Flowers practices practicing medicine in Ottawa, Canada. Ms. Flowers is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her clinical expertise encompasses Swallowing Difficulty, Dysarthria, Stroke, and Malnutrition.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Referral may be required
    Toronto, ON, CA 

    Vasily Giannakeas practices practicing medicine in Toronto, Canada. Mr. Giannakeas is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, BRCA Positive Breast Cancer, Swallowing Difficulty, Mastectomy, and Oophorectomy.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Referral may be required
    Toronto, ON, CA 

    Gustavo Saposnik practices practicing medicine in Toronto, Canada. Mr. Saposnik is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Referral may be required
    Toronto, ON, CA 

    Melanie Pigeon-Peladeau practices practicing medicine in Toronto, Canada. Ms. Pigeon-Peladeau is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her clinical expertise encompasses Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Swallowing Difficulty, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Referral may be required
    Hamilton, ON, CA 

    Ashley Waito practices practicing medicine in Hamilton, Canada. Waito is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Their clinical expertise encompasses Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Swallowing Difficulty, and Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Referral may be required
    Kingston, ON, CA 

    Christopher O'callaghan practices practicing medicine in Kingston, Canada. Mr. O'callaghan is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, Swallowing Difficulty, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Referral may be required
    Toronto, ON, CA 

    Michael Fehlings practices practicing medicine in Toronto, Canada. Mr. Fehlings is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cervical Myelopathy, Cervical Spondylosis, Arachnoiditis, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Referral may be required
    Toronto, ON, CA 

    Teresa Valenzano practices practicing medicine in Toronto, Canada. Ms. Valenzano is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her clinical expertise encompasses Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Swallowing Difficulty, and Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Referral may be required
    Toronto, ON, CA 

    Anthea Lau practices practicing medicine in Toronto, Canada. Ms. Lau is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), Lung Cancer, and Swallowing Difficulty.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Referral may be required
    Toronto, ON, CA 

    Helen Mackay practices practicing medicine in Toronto, Canada. Ms. Mackay is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Endometrial Cancer, Ovarian Cancer, Cervical Cancer, Gastrectomy, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Referral may be required
    Health Canada, 775 Brookfield Rd, 
    Ottawa, ON, CA 

    Ilse Hoffman practices practicing medicine in Ottawa, Canada. Ms. Hoffman is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Colitis, Ileostomy, and Gastrostomy.

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    Last Updated: 11/08/2026

    What is the definition of Swallowing Difficulty?

    Difficulty with swallowing is the feeling that food or liquid is stuck in the throat or at any point before the food enters the stomach. This problem is also called dysphagia.

    When should I see a Swallowing Difficulty doctor in Ontario, CA?

    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 Swallowing Difficulty doctor in Ontario, CA?

    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 do I find the best Swallowing Difficulty doctor in Ontario, CA?

    You can find a Swallowing Difficulty doctor in any of the 10 largest U.S. cities by clicking below:

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    How does MediFind rank Swallowing Difficulty doctors in Ontario, CA?

    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 Swallowing Difficulty doctors in Ontario, CA?

    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 Swallowing Difficulty doctor in Ontario, CA?

    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 Swallowing Difficulty doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Swallowing Difficulty 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 Swallowing Difficulty doctor in Ontario, CA?

    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 Swallowing Difficulty 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 Swallowing Difficulty 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 Swallowing Difficulty doctors in Ontario, CA?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Swallowing Difficulty 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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