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

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The 20 Best Swallowing Difficulty Doctors near Hudson, FL

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 67 doctor with experience in Swallowing Difficulty near Hudson, FL. Of these, 53 are Experienced, 10 are Advanced and 3 are Distinguished.

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67 providers found
    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    West Florida Medical Specialists

    7515 State Road 52 Ste 105, 
    Hudson, FL 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Joseph Staffetti is a Gastroenterologist in Hudson, Florida. Dr. Staffetti is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Staffetti is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Gulf Coast Medical Center

    11528 US Highway 19, 
    Port Richey, FL 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Strobbe is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Port Richey, Florida. Dr. Strobbe is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Enlarged Liver, Hypertensive Heart Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Strobbe is currently accepting new patients.

    Gabriel Lugo
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Pediatric Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Pediatric Gastroenterology

    JH All Children's Gastroenterology

    6709 Ridge Road, Suite 202, Suite 202, 
    Port Richey, FL 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Dr. Lugo is a pediatric gastroenterologist at Johns Hopkins All Children’s. He sees patients in the gastroenterology office in Port Richey. His clinical interests include all aspects of pediatric gastroenterology but especially inflammatory bowel disease and eosinophilic esophagitis. He earned his medical degree from Meharry Medical College in Nashville. He completed a general pediatrics residency and pediatric gastroenterology fellowship at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Dr. Lugo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Malnutrition, Morning Sickness, Lactose Intolerance, and Encopresis.

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

    Hernando Pasco Primary Care

    13906 Lakeshore Blvd Ste 330, 
    Hudson, FL 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mukeshkumar Patel is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Hudson, Florida. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Medical Associates Of West Florida Network Inc

    14100 Fivay Rd Ste 100, 
    Hudson, FL 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Irene Kardashian is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Hudson, Florida. Dr. Kardashian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Hyperlipidemia Type 3, High Cholesterol, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Kardashian is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Najib Saba MD

    11528 US Highway 19, 
    Port Richey, FL 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nicholas Strobbe is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Port Richey, Florida. Dr. Strobbe 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 Esophagitis, Klippel-Feil Syndrome, Sepsis, Endoscopy, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Strobbe is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Gulf Coast Medical Center

    11528 US Highway 19, 
    Port Richey, FL 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Amy Strobbe is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Port Richey, Florida. Dr. Strobbe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Heart Attack, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Ascites, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Strobbe is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology

    Tampa Bay Surgical Group Llp

    13910 Fivay Rd Ste 12, 
    Hudson, FL 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Teddy Brown is an Otolaryngologist in Hudson, Florida. Dr. Brown is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Sialadenitis, Familial Deafness, Autonomic Neuropathy, Thyroidectomy, and Laryngectomy. Dr. Brown is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine | Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine | Gastroenterology

    Gulf Coast Medical Center

    11528 US Highway 19, 
    Port Richey, FL 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Lisa Luckey is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist in Port Richey, Florida. Dr. Luckey is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Gastritis, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Diverticular Disease, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Luckey is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Int'l Medicine Associates

    7420 Community Ct, 
    Hudson, FL 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Zakiuddin Ahmed is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Hudson, Florida. Dr. Ahmed is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG), and Pacemaker Implantation.

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

    Medical Associates Of West Florida Llp

    7575 State Road 52, 
    Bayonet Point, FL 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Judith Noel is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bayonet Point, Florida. Dr. Noel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Cardiac Ablation, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Noel is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Medical Associates Of West Florida Llp

    7575 State Road 52, 
    Bayonet Point, FL 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Navin Yadlapalli is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bayonet Point, Florida. Dr. Yadlapalli is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Autoerythrocyte Sensitivity, Gardner-Diamond Syndrome, Purpura, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Yadlapalli is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Tiyyagura S Reddy MD PA

    7614 Jacque Rd Ste B, 
    Hudson, FL 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tiyyagura Reddy is a Gastroenterologist in Hudson, Florida. Dr. Reddy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Esophagitis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology

    Gaither G Davis MD PA

    13910 Lakeshore Blvd Ste 120, 
    Hudson, FL 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Gaither Davis is an Otolaryngologist in Hudson, Florida. Dr. Davis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Jones Syndrome, DFNB1, Infant Hearing Loss, and Nonallergic Rhinopathy. Dr. Davis is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Palliative Medicine
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Palliative Medicine

    HCA Florida Bayonet Point Palliative Care

    14100 Fivay Rd Ste 340, 
    Hudson, FL 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Joseph Pino is a Palliative Medicine provider in Hudson, Florida. Dr. Pino is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Dementia, Pneumonia, and ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. Dr. Pino is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Hernando Pasco Primary Care

    13906 Lakeshore Blvd Ste 330, 
    Hudson, FL 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mrunal Shah is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Hudson, Florida. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Thyroid Storm, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Endoscopy, and Cardiac Ablation.

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

    Christine Behan M.D. PA

    14153 Yosemite Dr Ste 104, 
    Hudson, FL 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christine Behan is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Hudson, Florida. Dr. Behan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome, Type B Insulin Resistance Syndrome, Mitochondrial Complex V Deficiency, and Cytochrome C Oxidase Deficiency.

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

    Access Health Care

    5350 Spring Hill Dr, 
    Spring Hill, FL 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Pariksith Singh is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Spring Hill, Florida. Dr. Singh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), High Cholesterol, Paraplegia, Lung Metastases, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Singh is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Ehab Michael MD

    5411 Grand Blvd Ste 101, 
    New Port Richey, FL 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ehab Michael is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in New Port Richey, Florida. Dr. Michael is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Gastritis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastrostomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Michael is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Crescent Community Clinic

    5344 Commercial Way, 
    Spring Hill, FL 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Husam Abuzarad is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Spring Hill, Florida. Dr. Abuzarad is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Cirrhosis, Ureteroscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Abuzarad is currently accepting new patients.

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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 Hudson, 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 Hudson, 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 Hudson, 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 Hudson, 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 Hudson, 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 Hudson, 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 Hudson, 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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