The 20 Best Swallowing Difficulty Doctors Near Me in Shizuoka, JP

Find the Top Swallowing Difficulty Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 44 doctor with experience in Swallowing Difficulty near Shizuoka, JP. Of these, 42 are Experienced and 2 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty

    George Umemoto
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty

    George Umemoto
    Omuta, JP 

    George Umemoto practices practicing medicine in Omuta, Japan. Mr. Umemoto 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 Swallowing Difficulty, Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome, Parkinson's Disease, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty

    Takafumi Yamano
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty

    Takafumi Yamano
    Fukuoka, JP 

    Takafumi Yamano practices practicing medicine in Fukuoka, Japan. Yamano is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. They are also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Pneumonia, Swallowing Difficulty, Long Haul COVID, Lung Adenocarcinoma, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty

    Shun-ichi Chitose
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty

    Shun-ichi Chitose
    Department Of Otorhinolaryngology Head And Neck Surgery, 
    Kurume, JP 

    Shun-ichi Chitose practices practicing medicine in Kurume, Japan. Chitose is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. They are also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Throat Cancer, Laryngeal Cancer, Swallowing Difficulty, Laryngectomy, and Endoscopy.

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    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty

    Hirohito Umeno
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty

    Hirohito Umeno
    Kurume, JP 

    Hirohito Umeno practices practicing medicine in Kurume, Japan. Umeno is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. They are also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Throat Cancer, Laryngeal Cancer, Salivary Gland Tumors, Laryngectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty

    Kiminori Sato
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty

    Kiminori Sato
    Department Of Otolaryngology Head And Neck Surgery, 
    Kurume, JP 

    Kiminori Sato practices practicing medicine in Kurume, Japan. Sato is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Their clinical expertise encompasses Swallowing Difficulty, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Sinusitis, Thrombectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty

    Kazumasa Muta
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty

    Kazumasa Muta
    Higashi, JP 

    Kazumasa Muta practices practicing medicine in Higashi, Japan. Muta is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. They are also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Achalasia, Swallowing Difficulty, and Indigestion.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty

    Takeharu Ono
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty

    Takeharu Ono
    Kurume, JP 

    Takeharu Ono practices practicing medicine in Kurume, Japan. Ono is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. They are also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Salivary Gland Tumors, Throat Cancer, Laryngeal Cancer, Laryngectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty

    Yuki Yoshimatsu
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty

    Yuki Yoshimatsu
    Iizuka, JP 

    Yuki Yoshimatsu practices practicing medicine in Iizuka, Japan. Yoshimatsu is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. They are also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Pneumonia, Dermatomyositis, Polymyositis, and Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty

    Motoyoshi Morishita
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty

    Motoyoshi Morishita
    Fukuoka, JP 

    Motoyoshi Morishita practices practicing medicine in Fukuoka, Japan. Morishita is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. They are also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood, Hemiplegia, Swallowing Difficulty, and Muscle Atrophy.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty

    Toshiyuki Moriyama
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty

    Toshiyuki Moriyama
    Fukuoka, JP 

    Toshiyuki Moriyama practices practicing medicine in Fukuoka, Japan. Mr. Moriyama is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His clinical expertise encompasses Muscle Atrophy, Swallowing Difficulty, and Stroke.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty

    Kiminobu Sato
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty

    Kiminobu Sato
    Department Of Otolaryngology Head And Neck Surgery, 
    Kurume, JP 

    Kiminobu Sato practices practicing medicine in Kurume, Japan. Sato is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Their clinical expertise encompasses Swallowing Difficulty, Throat Cancer, Laryngeal Cancer, Endoscopy, and Laryngectomy.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty

    Fumitaka Omori
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty

    Fumitaka Omori
    Fukuoka, JP 

    Fumitaka Omori practices practicing medicine in Fukuoka, Japan. Omori is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Their clinical expertise encompasses Swallowing Difficulty, Pneumonia, and Tonsillitis.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty

    Kenta Murotani
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty

    Kenta Murotani
    Kurume, JP 

    Kenta Murotani practices practicing medicine in Kurume, Japan. Mr. Murotani is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stomach Cancer, Muscle Atrophy, Colorectal Cancer, Gastrectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty

    Toshiro Umezaki
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty

    Toshiro Umezaki
    Department Of Otolaryngology Head And Neck Surgery, 
    Fukuoka, JP 

    Toshiro Umezaki practices practicing medicine in Fukuoka, Japan. Mr. Umezaki 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 Decerebrate Posture, Swallowing Difficulty, Pneumonia, Laryngectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty

    Muneaki Masuda
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty

    Muneaki Masuda
    Iizuka, JP 

    Muneaki Masuda practices practicing medicine in Iizuka, Japan. Masuda is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Their clinical expertise encompasses Swallowing Difficulty, Fractured Spine, Spasticity, and Spondylolisthesis.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty

    Osamu Kawano
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty

    Osamu Kawano
    Iizuka, JP 

    Osamu Kawano practices practicing medicine in Iizuka, Japan. Mr. Kawano is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His clinical expertise encompasses Swallowing Difficulty, Collapsed Lung, Thymic Epithelial Tumor, Thymectomy, and Bone Graft.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty

    Hajime Arahata
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty

    Hajime Arahata
    Omuta, JP 

    Hajime Arahata practices practicing medicine in Omuta, Japan. Mr. Arahata is rated as an Experienced 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 Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2B, Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Neuronal Intranuclear Inclusion Disease (NIID), Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty

    Michiko Furuta
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty

    Michiko Furuta
    Fukuoka, JP 

    Michiko Furuta practices practicing medicine in Fukuoka, Japan. Ms. Furuta is rated as an Experienced 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 Periodontitis, Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome, Swallowing Difficulty, and Metabolic Syndrome.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty

    Mioko Fukahori
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty

    Mioko Fukahori
    Department Of Otolaryngology Head And Neck Surgery, 
    Kurume, JP 

    Mioko Fukahori practices practicing medicine in Kurume, Japan. Fukahori is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Their clinical expertise encompasses Epidermoid Cyst, Swallowing Difficulty, Velopharyngeal Insufficiency, Endoscopy, and Laryngectomy.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty

    Shoichi Kimura
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty

    Shoichi Kimura
    Fukuoka, JP 

    Shoichi Kimura practices practicing medicine in Fukuoka, Japan. Mr. Kimura 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 Bilateral Hydronephrosis, Mononucleosis, Marginal Zone Lymphoma (MZL), and Swallowing Difficulty.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    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 Shizuoka, JP?

    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 Shizuoka, JP?

    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 Shizuoka, JP?

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    How does MediFind rank Swallowing Difficulty doctors in Shizuoka, JP?

    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 Shizuoka, JP?

    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 Shizuoka, JP?

    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 Shizuoka, JP?

    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 Shizuoka, JP?

    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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