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

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 82 doctor with experience in Swallowing Difficulty near Vista, CA. Of these, 69 are Experienced and 13 are Advanced.

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    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology

    ENT Associates Medical Group

    3907 Waring Road, Suite 1, 
    Oceanside, CA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    20+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sarah Carroll is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Oceanside, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 20 years. Dr. Carroll is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. She is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Deafness, Tinnitus, Infant Hearing Loss, Ruptured Eardrum, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Carroll is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology

    ENT Associates Medical Group

    3907 Waring Road, Suite 1, 
    Oceanside, CA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    43+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Jacobs is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Oceanside, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 43 years. Dr. Jacobs is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Deafness, Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo, Patulous Eustachian Tube, and Nasal Septal Hematoma. Dr. Jacobs is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology

    ENT Associates Medical Group

    3907 Waring Road, Suite 1, 
    Oceanside, CA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Liu is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Oceanside, California. Dr. Liu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteochondroma, Nasal Polyps, Nasal Septal Hematoma, and Low Nasal Bridge.

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    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    North County Gastroenterology Medical Group Inc.

    3923 Waring Rd Ste A, 
    Oceanside, CA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Shim is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Oceanside, California. Dr. Shim 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, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    North County Gastroenterology Medical Group Inc.

    3923 Waring Rd Ste A, 
    Oceanside, CA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Matthew Viernes is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Oceanside, California. Dr. Viernes is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    North County Gastroenterology Medical Group Inc.

    3923 Waring Rd Ste A, 
    Oceanside, CA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Javaid Shad is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Oceanside, California. Dr. Shad 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 Heartburn, Diarrhea, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    North County Gastroenterology Medical Group Inc.

    3923 Waring Rd Ste A, 
    Oceanside, CA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Hellen Chiao is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Oceanside, California. Dr. Chiao is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. She is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Diverticular Disease, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), and Turcot Syndrome.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology

    North County Ear Nose & Throat Head & Neck Surgey Inc.

    3909 Waring Rd Ste A, 
    Oceanside, CA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Julie Berry is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Oceanside, California. Dr. Berry is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. She is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Deafness, Infant Hearing Loss, Palatopharyngeal Incompetence, and Thrush.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty

    North County Ear, Nose And Throat, Head And Neck Surgery, Inc.

    3909 Waring Rd, 
    Oceanside, CA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anton Kushnaryov is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Oceanside, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Kushnaryov is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 39 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Deafness, Infant Hearing Loss, Tinnitus, Dry Mouth, and Laryngectomy. Dr. Kushnaryov is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology.

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

    Office

    161 Thunder Dr Ste 102, 
    Vista, CA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Linda Falconio is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Vista, California. Dr. Falconio is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. She is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4, Heterozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HeFH), Defective Apolipoprotein B-100, and Familial Hypercholesterolemia.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine

    Vista Community Clinic

    1000 Vale Terrace Dr, 
    Vista, CA 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ardeth Copeland is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Vista, California. Dr. Copeland is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Peptic Ulcer.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine

    Tri-City Primary Care Medical Group

    1926 Via Ctr, 
    Vista, CA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    40+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sam Baroudi is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Vista, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 40 years. Dr. Baroudi is rated as an Experienced 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 Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 2, Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 6, Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 14, Gastrostomy, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Baroudi is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

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

    Tri-City Primary Care Medical Group Inc.

    1926 Via Ctr, 
    Vista, CA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    31+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Loren Novak is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Vista, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 31 years. Dr. Novak 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 Retinopathy Arteriosclerotic, Obesity, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Hypertension. Dr. Novak is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine

    Optum - Vista

    145 Thunder Dr, 
    Vista, CA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    25+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ethan Nguyen is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Vista, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 25 years. Dr. Nguyen is rated as an Experienced provider 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 Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Sitosterolemia. Dr. Nguyen is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Nguyen is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Optum - Vista

    145 Thunder Dr, 
    Vista, CA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    30+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Simona Pop is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Vista, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 30 years. Dr. Pop is rated as an Experienced provider 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 Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome, Type B Insulin Resistance Syndrome, Mitochondrial Complex V Deficiency, and Cytochrome C Oxidase Deficiency. Dr. Pop is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Pop is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    North County Gastroenterology Medical Group Inc.

    3923 Waring Rd Ste A, 
    Oceanside, CA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Megan Novo is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Oceanside, California. Dr. Novo is rated as an Experienced provider 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 Heartburn, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, and Turcot Syndrome.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    North County Gastroenterology Medical Group Inc.

    3923 Waring Rd Ste A, 
    Oceanside, CA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Devereaux is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Oceanside, California. Dr. Devereaux is rated as an Experienced provider 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 Diverticular Disease, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastric Dysmotility, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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

    Rancho Santa Fe. Medical Group Inc.

    3230 Waring Ct Ste Q, 
    Oceanside, CA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Luis Navazo is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Oceanside, California. Dr. Navazo 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 Ringworm, Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, Peptic Ulcer, and Cellulitis.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology

    North County Ear, Nose And Throat, Head And Neck Surgery, Inc.

    3909 Waring Rd, 
    Oceanside, CA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    21+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amit Date is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Oceanside, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 21 years. Dr. Date is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His clinical expertise encompasses Thyroid Nodule, Sinusitis, Empyema, and Allergic Rhinitis. Dr. Date is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine

    Uc San Diego Health-Vista

    910 Sycamore Ave, 
    Vista, CA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Hamid Amjadi is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Vista, California. Dr. Amjadi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypothyroidism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

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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 Vista, 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 near Vista, 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 does MediFind rank Swallowing Difficulty doctors near Vista, 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 near Vista, 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 near Vista, 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 near Vista, 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 near Vista, 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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