The 20 Best Swallowing Difficulty Doctors Near Me in Hialeah, FL

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The 20 Best Swallowing Difficulty Doctors near Hialeah, FL

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 309 doctor with experience in Swallowing Difficulty near Hialeah, FL. Of these, 224 are Experienced, 76 are Advanced and 9 are Distinguished.

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309 providers found
    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    87 E 49th St, 
    Hialeah, FL 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Juan Sarol is a Gastroenterologist in Hialeah, Florida. Dr. Sarol is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Diverticular Disease, Gastrostomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    351 NW 42nd Ave Ste 307, 
    Miami, FL 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Juan Alberti is a Gastroenterologist in Miami, Florida. Dr. Alberti is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Fecal Impaction, Gastroparesis, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy.

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

    Office

    1190 NW 95th St Ste 205, 
    Miami, FL 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Randolph Borrero is a Family Medicine provider in Miami, Florida. Dr. Borrero is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Enlarged Liver, Acute Pancreatitis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

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

    Digestive Medicine Associates LLP

    2140 W 68th Street, Suite 300, 
    Hialeah, FL 
     (5.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    28+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    Spanish

    A native Floridian, Dr. Jose L. Martinez obtained his medical degree, Residency and Fellowship in Gastroenterology from the University of South Florida College of Medicine. Dr. Martinez is Board Certified in Gastroenterology and has been in private practice in Florida since 1997. He is an active member of several committees at local area hospitals. Being that Dr. Martinez was born and raised in Miami, he takes great pride in practicing medicine in his hometown and taking care of patients in his community. His areas of expertise are colon cancer prevention, esophageal/swallowing disorders and pancreatic-biliary diseases. 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.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    1435 W 49th Pl Ste 200, 
    Hialeah, FL 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Luis Nasiff is a Gastroenterologist in Hialeah, Florida. Dr. Nasiff is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gastritis, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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

    Fidel Cintas MD PA

    8260 W Flagler St Ste 2I, 
    Miami, FL 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sandor Romero is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Miami, Florida. Dr. Romero is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Muscle Atrophy, Peptic Ulcer, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Dr Jane Asprinio O'Brien PA

    1295 NW 14th St, 
    Miami, FL 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sunil Amin is a Gastroenterologist in Miami, Florida. Dr. Amin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Bile Duct Obstruction, Cholestasis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology | Plastic Surgery
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology | Plastic Surgery

    Umhc-Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center

    1475 NW 12th Ave, 
    Miami, FL 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jason Leibowitz is a Plastic Surgeon in Miami, Florida. Dr. Leibowitz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Tongue Cancer, Salivary Gland Tumors, Laryngeal Cancer, Laryngectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Plastic Surgery
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Plastic Surgery

    Umhc-Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center

    1475 NW 12th Ave, 
    Miami, FL 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Arnold is a Plastic Surgeon in Miami, Florida. Dr. Arnold is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Laryngeal Cancer, Throat Cancer, Tongue Cancer, Laryngectomy, and Thyroidectomy.

    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    GastroMed

    5101 SW 8th St Ste 200, 
    Miami, FL 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Christian Andrade is a Gastroenterologist in Miami, Florida. Dr. Andrade is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Andrade is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Digestive Medicine Associates LLP

    2140 W 68th Street, Suite 300, Suite PH-506, 
    Hialeah, FL 
     (5.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    21+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    Spanish

    Dr. Jeff Gonzalez obtained his undergraduate degree at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He then completed his medical degree at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, after which he went on to the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania to complete an Internal Medicine Residency. He obtained his Clinical Fellowship in Gastroenterology at the University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital. Dr. Gonzalez’s clinical interests include colon cancer screening in the South Florida community and pharmaceutical research studies. Dr. Gonzalez is Board Certified in Gastroenterology.Dr. Gonzalez has served as Chair of the Resident and Fellow Section for the American Medical Association and on the Florida Medical Association delegation to the American Medical Association. Dr. Gonzalez has also served as a Voluntary Assistant Professor at the University of Miami School of Medicine, Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology. Dr. Gonzalez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Gastritis, Heartburn, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Indigestion, and Colonoscopy.

    Joel Kertznus
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty

    Digestive Medicine Associates LLP

    2140 W 68th Street, Suite 300, 
    Hialeah, FL 
     (5.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    21+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Joel Kertznus received his medical degree from the Universidad Central de Venezuela. He trained as a Research Fellow in Hepatology at the University of Miami School of Medicine and completed his Internal Medicine Residency at Montefiore Medical Center / Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York. He completed his Clinical Hepatology and Gastroenterology Fellowships at the University of Miami School of Medicine. Dr. Kertznus served as a faculty member at the University of Massachusetts and University of Miami / Miller School of Medicine and Miami Transplant Institute. Dr. Kertznus is a member of the American Medical Association, American College of Physicians / American Society of Internal Medicine, American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases, American Gastroenterology Association, American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy and the American College of Gastroenterology. He is Board Certified in gastroenterology. Dr. Kertznus is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC), Gas Bloat Syndrome, Gastritis, and Bacterial Gastroenteritis.

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

    Digestive Medicine Associates LLP

    3133 Ponce De Leon Blvd, 
    Coral Gables, FL 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jorge Castaneda is an Internal Medicine provider in Coral Gables, Florida. Dr. Castaneda is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Indigestion, Macroamylasemia, Gastritis, and Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.

    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Physicians Group Of South Florida - North Miami Office

    1801 NE 123rd St Ste 405, 
    North Miami, FL 
     (8.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Arin Newman is a Gastroenterologist in North Miami, Florida. Dr. Newman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Newman is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine

    Mount Sinai Medical Center

    4300 Alton Rd, 
    Miami Beach, FL 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Manuel Ojeda is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Miami Beach, Florida. Dr. Ojeda is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    GastroMed - Sunset

    9195 SW 72nd St Ste 200, 
    Miami, FL 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Cristina Marin is a Gastroenterologist in Miami, Florida. Dr. Marin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Indigestion, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Marin is currently accepting new patients.

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

    One Primary Health LLC

    1401 E 4th Ave Ste 204, 
    Hialeah, FL 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rosalia Alvarez is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Hialeah, Florida. Dr. Alvarez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Gastroparesis, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Pseudomonas Stutzeri Infections, and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS).

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

    Hialeah Hospital

    651 E 25th St, 
    Hialeah, FL 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Luis Del Prado is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Hialeah, Florida. Dr. Del Prado is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Acute Kidney Failure, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Gastrostomy, and Prostatectomy.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    8375 NW 53rd St Fl 2, 
    Doral, FL 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Francesca Raffa is a Gastroenterologist in Doral, Florida. Dr. Raffa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Heartburn, Colitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, and Gas Bloat Syndrome.

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

    A Prestige Wellness Center PA

    3650 NW 82nd Ave Ste 503, 
    Doral, FL 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Luis Martinez is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Doral, Florida. Dr. Martinez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Hypertensive Heart Disease, Enlarged Liver, Pediatric Myocarditis, Gastrostomy, and Ureteroscopy.

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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 near Hialeah, 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 Hialeah, 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 Hialeah, 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 Hialeah, 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 Hialeah, 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 Hialeah, 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 Hialeah, 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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