The 20 Best Swallowing Difficulty Doctors Near Me in Springdale, AR

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 49 doctor with experience in Swallowing Difficulty near Springdale, AR. Of these, 37 are Experienced and 12 are Advanced.

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49 providers found
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Family Medicine

    Circle Of Life Hospice

    901 Jones Rd, 
    Springdale, AR 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kimberly Burner is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Springdale, Arkansas. Dr. Burner is rated as an Experienced provider 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 Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Acute Kidney Failure, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Dementia.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Northwest Pulmonology & Sleep Medicine Center

    601 W Maple Ave Ste 213, 
    Springdale, AR 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ranga Balasekaran is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Springdale, Arkansas. Dr. Balasekaran is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Esophagitis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Geriatrics
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Geriatrics

    Springdale Health

    210 S Thompson St Ste 4A, 
    Springdale, AR 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bilal Naeem is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Springdale, Arkansas. Dr. Naeem is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertension, Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, Gastrostomy, and Ureteroscopy.

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    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    General Surgery

    Manning Johnson & Spencer PA

    6823 Isaacs Orchard Rd, 
    Springdale, AR 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Felicia Johnson is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Springdale, Arkansas. Dr. Johnson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Acquired Tracheomalacia, Tracheobronchomalacia, Laryngitis, and Trachoma.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Geriatrics
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Geriatrics

    Office

    4077 Elm Springs Rd, 
    Springdale, AR 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Maria Judit is a Geriatrics provider practicing medicine in Springdale, Arkansas. Dr. Judit is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Anemia.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    General Surgery

    Manning Johnson & Spencer PA

    6823 Isaacs Orchard Rd, 
    Springdale, AR 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lance Manning is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Springdale, Arkansas. Dr. Manning is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thyroid Nodule, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Hyperparathyroidism, Infant Hearing Loss, and Thyroidectomy.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    General Surgery

    Manning Johnson & Spencer PA

    6823 Isaacs Orchard Rd, 
    Springdale, AR 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Del Sloneker is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Springdale, Arkansas. Dr. Sloneker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His clinical expertise encompasses Tongue Cancer, Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS), Thyroid Nodule, Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma, and Myringotomy.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology

    Manning Johnson & Spencer PA

    6823 Isaacs Orchard Rd, 
    Springdale, AR 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kevin Lollar is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Springdale, Arkansas. Dr. Lollar is rated as an Experienced provider 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 Infant Hearing Loss, Jones Syndrome, DFNB1, and Empyema.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology

    Manning Johnson & Spencer PA

    6823 Isaacs Orchard Rd, 
    Springdale, AR 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Cory Vaughn is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Springdale, Arkansas. Dr. Vaughn is rated as an Experienced provider 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 Infant Hearing Loss, Jones Syndrome, DFNB1, and Ruptured Eardrum.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Family Medicine

    Mercy Clinic Family Medicine-Lowell

    325 S 6th Pl, 
    Lowell, AR 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John Smiley is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lowell, Arkansas. Dr. Smiley is rated as an Experienced provider 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 Ascites, Alzheimer's Disease, Vascular Dementia, and Familial Hypertension.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    116 W Monroe Ave, 
    Lowell, AR 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stephen Stagg is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Lowell, Arkansas. Dr. Stagg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hepatitis C, Hepatitis, Esophagitis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    North Hills Gastroenterology Endoscopy Ct

    3344 N Futrall Dr, 
    Fayetteville, AR 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Chad Paschall is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Dr. Paschall is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 44 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    North Hills Gastroenterology Endoscopy Ct

    3344 N Futrall Dr, 
    Fayetteville, AR 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kevin O'keefe is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Dr. O'keefe is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    North Hills Gastroenterology Endoscopy Ct

    3344 N Futrall Dr, 
    Fayetteville, AR 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Ellison is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Dr. Ellison is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Collagenous Colitis, Turcot Syndrome, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    North Hills Gastroenterology Endoscopy Ct

    3344 N Futrall Dr, 
    Fayetteville, AR 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gary Thomas is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Dr. Thomas is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Visceromegaly, Ulcerative Colitis, Enlarged Liver, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Texas Digestive Disease Consultants PLLC

    3901 Parkway Cir Ste 550, 
    Springdale, AR 
     (5.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sidney Vinson is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Springdale, Arkansas. Dr. Vinson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 44 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Texas Digestive Disease Consultants PLLC

    3901 Parkway Cir Ste 550, 
    Springdale, AR 
     (5.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Moore is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Springdale, Arkansas. Dr. Moore is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. 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, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    2708 S Rife Medical Ln Ste 300, 
    Rogers, AR 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Wigington is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Rogers, Arkansas. Dr. Wigington is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colitis, Esophagitis, Hepatitis C, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    2708 S Rife Medical Ln Ste 300, 
    Rogers, AR 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Wells is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Rogers, Arkansas. Dr. Wells is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Visceromegaly, Enlarged Liver, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    2708 S Rife Medical Ln Ste 300, 
    Rogers, AR 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Terryl Ortego is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Rogers, Arkansas. Dr. Ortego is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hepatitis, Esophagitis, Ascites, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

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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 near Springdale, AR?

    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 near Springdale, AR?

    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 Swallowing Difficulty doctors near Springdale, AR?

    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 near Springdale, AR?

    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 near Springdale, AR?

    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 near Springdale, AR?

    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 near Springdale, AR?

    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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