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    Last Updated: 10/30/2025

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    MediFind found 63 doctor with experience in Swallowing Difficulty near Gulf Breeze, FL. Of these, 50 are Experienced, 7 are Advanced and 6 are Distinguished.

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    63 providers found
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology

      Baptist Medical Group LLC

      1118 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, 
      Gulf Breeze, FL 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Kevin Botts is an Otolaryngologist in Gulf Breeze, Florida. Dr. Botts is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Laryngeal Cancer, Infant Hearing Loss, Throat Cancer, Laryngectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Botts is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      Sacred Heart Health System Inc

      5151 N 9th Ave, Suite 200, 
      Pensacola, FL 
       (8.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Mariusz Klin is a Gastroenterologist in Pensacola, Florida. Dr. Klin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

      What does Elite, Distinguished, Advanced, Experienced mean?
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      Baptist Medical Group LLC

      1110 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, Suite 200, 
      Gulf Breeze, FL 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Ivan Elias is a Gastroenterologist in Gulf Breeze, Florida. Dr. Elias is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Esophagitis, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

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      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology

      Baptist Medical Group LLC

      1118 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, 
      Gulf Breeze, FL 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Experience:
      16+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Joshua Dixon is an Otolaryngologist in Gulf Breeze, Florida. Dr. Dixon has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Empyema, Sinusitis, Infant Hearing Loss, Laryngectomy, and Myringotomy. Dr. Dixon is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Internal Medicine
      1118 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, Suite 205, 
      Gulf Breeze, FL 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Lithuanian
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Jolita Klementaviciene is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Gulf Breeze, Florida. Dr. Klementaviciene is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Urinary Tract Infection in Children, High Cholesterol, Carbuncle, and Boils. Dr. Klementaviciene is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Internal Medicine
      104 Matamoros Dr, 
      Gulf Breeze, FL 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Thomas Lampone is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Gulf Breeze, Florida. Dr. Lampone is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Anemia, Gerstmann Syndrome, Diabetic Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome, and Pericarditis. Dr. Lampone is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Primary Care House Calls PA

      2744 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, 
      Gulf Breeze, FL 
       (3.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Gary Gotthelf is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Gulf Breeze, Florida. Dr. Gotthelf is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Gotthelf is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Baptist Medical Group LLC

      2896 Gulf Breeze Pkwy, 
      Gulf Breeze, FL 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Experience:
      17+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Logan Richards is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Gulf Breeze, Florida. Dr. Richards has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Richards is currently accepting new patients.

      Manning H. Hanline
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Internal Medicine
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Internal Medicine
      1717 N E St, Suite 526, 
      Pensacola, FL 
       (6.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Manning Hanline is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Pensacola, Florida. Dr. Hanline is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Neurosyphilis, Spastic Paraparesis, Anemia, and Hypothyroidism. Dr. Hanline is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      Gastroenterology Associates Of Pensacola PA

      4531 N Davis Hwy, 
      Pensacola, FL 
       (8.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Mounzer Soued is a Gastroenterologist in Pensacola, Florida. Dr. Soued is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      Gastroenterology Associates Of Pensacola PA

      4531 N Davis Hwy, 
      Pensacola, FL 
       (8.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Patrick Reilly is a Gastroenterologist in Pensacola, Florida. Dr. Reilly is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy.

      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      Gastroenterology Associates Of Pensacola PA

      4531 N Davis Hwy, 
      Pensacola, FL 
       (8.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Frederic Newman is a Gastroenterologist in Pensacola, Florida. Dr. Newman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Viral Gastroenteritis, Colitis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      Gastroenterology Associates Of Pensacola PA

      5147 N 9th Ave, Suite 311, 
      Pensacola, FL 
       (8.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Richard Dobhan is a Gastroenterologist in Pensacola, Florida. Dr. Dobhan 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, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      West Florida Medical Center Clinic PA

      8333 N Davis Hwy, 
      Pensacola, FL 
       (11.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Ronald Powell is a Gastroenterologist in Pensacola, Florida. Dr. Powell is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Gastric Dysmotility, Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      West Florida Medical Center Clinic PA

      8333 N Davis Hwy, 
      Pensacola, FL 
       (11.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Samer Al is a Gastroenterologist in Pensacola, Florida. Dr. Al is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Lower Esophageal Ring, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      West Florida Medical Center Clinic PA

      8333 N Davis Hwy, 
      Pensacola, FL 
       (11.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Donald Denby is a Gastroenterologist in Pensacola, Florida. Dr. Denby is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Lower Esophageal Ring, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      West Florida Medical Center Clinic PA

      8333 N Davis Hwy, 
      Pensacola, FL 
       (11.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Stephen Ziller is a Gastroenterologist in Pensacola, Florida. Dr. Ziller is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      West Florida Medical Center Clinic PA

      8333 N Davis Hwy, 
      Pensacola, FL 
       (11.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Michael Zelig is a Gastroenterologist in Pensacola, Florida. Dr. Zelig is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Internal Medicine
      1717 W Avery St, 
      Pensacola, FL 
       (6.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Finley Holmes is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Pensacola, Florida. Dr. Holmes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Emphysema, and Familial Hypertension.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology

      Baptist Medical Group LLC

      125 Baptist Way, Suite 5c, 
      Pensacola, FL 
       (7.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Mark Goto is an Otolaryngologist in Pensacola, Florida. Dr. Goto is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Nasal Polyps, Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Renal Oncocytoma, and Myringotomy. Dr. Goto is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      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 Gulf Breeze, FL?

      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 Gulf Breeze, FL?

      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 Gulf Breeze, FL?

      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 Gulf Breeze, FL?

      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 Gulf Breeze, FL?

      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 Gulf Breeze, FL?

      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 Gulf Breeze, FL?

      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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