The 20 Best Swallowing Difficulty Doctors Near Me in Florida, US

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The 20 Best Swallowing Difficulty Doctors in Florida, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 3240 doctor with experience in Swallowing Difficulty near Florida, US. Of these, 2462 are Experienced, 659 are Advanced and 118 are Distinguished.

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3,240 providers found
    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine

    Aging Well Associates

    4320 Central Ave, 
    St Petersburg, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Eichenbaum is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in St Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Eichenbaum is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Newborn Jaundice, Transient Familial Hyperbilirubinemia, Thyroid Dysgenesis, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Eichenbaum is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Center For Digestive Health

    4106 W Lake Mary Blvd Ste 201, 
    Lake Mary, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    William Mayoral is a Gastroenterologist in Lake Mary, Florida. Dr. Mayoral is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Indigestion, Portal Hypertension, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Mayoral is currently accepting new patients.

    Kenneth Devault
    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Fl - Gi

    4500 San Pablo Rd S, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kenneth Devault is a Gastroenterologist in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Devault is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Swallowing Difficulty, Esophagitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

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    Yakov Gitin
    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Indian River Hospital Rosner Family Health And Wellness Center

    3450 11th Court, 
    Vero Beach, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Yakov Gitin is a Gastroenterologist in Vero Beach, Florida. Dr. Gitin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Bruce Grossman
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty

    Indian River Hospital Rosner Family Health And Wellness Center

    3450 11th Court, 
    Vero Beach, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Bruce Grossman is a Hepatologist in Vero Beach, Florida. Dr. Grossman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Jose Martinez
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Digestive Medicine Associates LLP

    3133 Ponce De Leon Blvd, 
    Coral Gables, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jose Martinez is a Gastroenterologist in Coral Gables, Florida. Dr. Martinez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Colitis, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrostomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Arif Ishmael
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Martin North Medical & Surgery Center, Stuart

    509 Southeast Riverside Drive, 
    Stuart, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Arif Ishmael is a Gastroenterologist in Stuart, Florida. Dr. Ishmael is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Gastric Dysmotility, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Nicholas Golden
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Indian River Hospital Rosner Family Health And Wellness Center

    3450 11th Court, 
    Vero Beach, FL 
    Experience:
    46+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nicholas Golden is a Gastroenterologist in Vero Beach, Florida. Dr. Golden has been practicing medicine for over 46 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Gastric Dysmotility, Indigestion, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Steven Kappler
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Tradition HealthPark Two

    10080 Southwest Innovation Way, 
    Port St Lucie, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Steven Kappler is a Gastroenterologist in Port St Lucie, Florida. Dr. Kappler is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Gregory Mackay
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Indian River Hospital Rosner Family Health And Wellness Center

    3450 11th Court, 
    Vero Beach, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Gregory Mackay is a Gastroenterologist in Vero Beach, Florida. Dr. Mackay is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Choledocholithiasis, Colitis, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Fady Asslo
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Tradition HealthPark Two

    10080 Southwest Innovation Way, 
    Port St Lucie, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic

    Fady Asslo is a Gastroenterologist in Port St Lucie, Florida. Dr. Asslo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Viral Gastroenteritis, Colitis, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Gloria Francis
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Coral Springs Family Health And Surgery Center

    5701 North University Drive, 
    Parkland, FL 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Gloria Francis is a Gastroenterologist in Parkland, Florida. Dr. Francis has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC), Hemorrhoids, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Brian B. Burkey
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology

    Martin Memorial Medical Group

    200 SE Hospital Ave, 
    Stuart, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Brian Burkey is an Otolaryngologist in Stuart, Florida. Dr. Burkey is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Throat Cancer, Laryngeal Cancer, Salivary Gland Tumors, Laryngectomy, and Thyroidectomy. Dr. Burkey is currently accepting new patients.

    Juan Bird
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Indian River Hospital Rosner Family Health And Wellness Center

    3450 11th Court, 
    Vero Beach, FL 
    Experience:
    24+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Juan Bird is a Gastroenterologist in Vero Beach, Florida. Dr. Bird has been practicing medicine for over 24 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Colitis, Childhood Volvulus, Bile Duct Obstruction, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Sara Karjoo
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    JH All Children's Gastroenterology

    4040 Sawyer Road, Suite A, Suite A, 
    Sarasota, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Karjoo specializes in pediatric gastroenterology/hepatology in the Department of Medicine at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital. She sees patients in St. Petersburg and Sarasota. Dr. Karjoo’s clinical interests include hepatology and medical education. She earned her medical degree from The State University of New York Upstate Medical University. Dr. Karjoo trained in pediatrics at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center/Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She completed a gastroenterology clinical fellowship and a gastroenterology research fellowship at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. Dr. Karjoo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Lactose Intolerance, Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Delayed Growth, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    David Hellman
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Wellington Medical Office Building

    2789 South State Road 7, 
    Wellington, FL 
    Experience:
    42+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Hellman is a Gastroenterologist in Wellington, Florida. Dr. Hellman has been practicing medicine for over 42 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Lactose Intolerance, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Ronnie Pimentel
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Egil And Pauline Braathen Center/Maroone Cancer Center

    2950 Cleveland Clinic Boulevard, 
    Weston, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Ronnie Pimentel is a Gastroenterologist in Weston, Florida. Dr. Pimentel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Bile Duct Obstruction, Bile Duct Stricture, Cholestasis, Endoscopy, and Pancreatectomy.

    Karina Irizarry
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    JH All Children's Gastroenterology

    5205 East Fletcher Avenue, 
    Temple Terrace, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Dr. Irizarry is a pediatric gastroenterologist at Johns Hopkins All Children’s. She sees patients in the gastroenterology office in Temple Terrace and the Outpatient Care Center in Brandon. Her clinical interests include inflammatory bowel disease and eosinophilic esophagitis. She earned her medical degree from Ponce School of Medicine in Ponce, Puerto Rico. She completed a pediatric residency at the University of South Florida in Tampa. She then completed a fellowship in pediatric gastroenterology, hepatology and nutrition at the University of Colorado School of Medicine in Denver. Dr. Irizarry is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Morning Sickness, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Diarrhea, and Gilbert Syndrome.

    Francisco Maderal
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Digestive Medicine Associates LLP

    2140 W 68th Street, Suite 300, 
    Hialeah, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Francisco Maderal is a Gastroenterologist in Hialeah, Florida. Dr. Maderal is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Lactose Intolerance, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastritis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, and Endoscopy.

    Michael Medina
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology

    Coral Springs Family Health And Surgery Center

    5701 North University Drive, 
    Parkland, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Medina is an Otolaryngologist in Parkland, Florida. Dr. Medina is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Mikulicz Disease, Throat Cancer, Laryngeal Cancer, Laryngectomy, and Tissue Biopsy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    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 Florida, US?

    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 Florida, US?

    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 in Florida, US?

    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 Florida, US?

    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 Florida, US?

    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 Florida, US?

    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 Florida, US?

    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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