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    MediFind found 127 doctor with experience in Swallowing Difficulty near St Petersburg, FL. Of these, 92 are Experienced, 26 are Advanced and 9 are Distinguished.

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    127 providers found
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Geriatrics | Internal Medicine
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Geriatrics | Internal Medicine
      4320 Central Ave, 
      St Petersburg, FL 
       (3.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Mark Eichenbaum is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics and 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.

      Daniel T. Mcclenathan
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Pediatric Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Pediatric Gastroenterology

      Johns Hopkins All Children's Outpatient Care, St. Petersburg

      601 5th Street South, Suite 620, Suite 620, 
      Saint Petersburg, FL 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Dr. McClenathan is chief of the division of the pediatric gastroenterology, hepatology and nutrition at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital. He earned his medical degree at Louisiana State University School of Medicine and completed his pediatric internship and residency at The Johns Hopkins Hospital and his pediatric gastroenterology and nutrition clinical and research fellowships at Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Mcclenathan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Lactose Intolerance, Morning Sickness, Rotor Syndrome, Dubin-Johnson Syndrome, and Gastrostomy.

      Michael J. Wilsey
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Pediatric Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Pediatric Gastroenterology

      Johns Hopkins All Children's Outpatient Care, St. Petersburg

      Saint Petersburg, FL 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Dr. Wilsey specializes in pediatric gastroenterology, hepatology, and nutrition in the Department of Medicine. He is the vice chair of the Division of Gastroenterology and served as chief of the medical staff from 2020-2021. In 2022, he was named Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital Physician of the Year in the Johns Hopkins Medicine Clinical Awards. Dr. Wilsey is an advanced therapeutic endoscopist specializing in endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) for infants and children. He is one of a select group of gastroenterologists with this expertise internationally and across North America. At Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, he has developed and implemented multiple clinical innovations related to therapeutic endoscopy. He is an associate professor of clinical pediatrics at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Additionally, he is a core faculty member of the Johns Hopkins All Children’s Pediatric Residency Training Program, where he serves as a faculty and research mentor for pediatric resident physicians. Dr. Wilsey has published more than 90 peer-reviewed research articles, review articles, case reports, consensus statements, and book chapters. He also serves as a peer reviewer for several medical journals, and is the associate editor of the Journal of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition. He has delivered numerous talks nationally and internationally in the field of advanced therapeutic endoscopy, including the management of esophageal strictures. Dr. Wilsey joined the medical staff in 2002. He is also a clinical professor of pediatrics at the University of South Florida College of Medicine and a former associate program director of the University of South Florida Pediatric Residency Training Program. He earned his medical degree from the University of Miami School of Medicine. He completed his pediatric residency at Baylor College of Medicine and Texas Children’s Hospital, followed by fellowship training in pediatric gastroenterology, hepatology, and nutrition at Baylor College of Medicine and Texas Children’s Hospital. Dr. Wilsey sees patients at the following location: Outpatient Care, St. Petersburg 601 5th Street South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701 Phone: 727-822-4300 Recent News Articles and Media Coverage Study finds possible link between long COVID and mystery hepatitis in kids, Today Show - NBC (June 17, 2022) Is COVID-19 Related to Pediatric Cases of Hepatitis? Verywell Health (June 28, 2022). Dr. Wilsey is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Esophageal Atresia, Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Tracheoesophageal Fistula, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

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      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      Ohi West Medical Group LLC

      625 6th Ave S, Suite 385, 
      St Petersburg, FL 
       (0.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Benjamin Tharian is a Gastroenterologist in St Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Tharian is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Bile Duct Obstruction, Cholestasis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Pediatric Otolaryngology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Pediatric Otolaryngology

      St Petersburg Outpatient Care Center - Pediatric Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery

      601 5th Street South, 
      St Petersburg, FL 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish

      Marissa Evarts is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist in St Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Evarts is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Tongue Tie, Enlarged Adenoids, Stridor, and Auditory Processing Disorder.

      Kathleen M. Wasylik
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Pediatric Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Pediatric Otolaryngology

      St Petersburg Outpatient Care Center - Pediatric Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery

      St Petersburg, FL 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Dr. Wasylik is a pediatric ear, nose and throat surgeon at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital. She sees patients in the Brandon, Clearwater, Odessa, Sarasota, and Tampa locations of Pediatric Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery Associates, PA and the Johns Hopkins All Children’s Outpatient Care location in St. Petersburg. Pediatric Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery Associates, PA is the exclusive provider of pediatric ear, nose and throat services at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital. Dr. Wasylik's clinical interests include cochlear implants, bone anchored hearing aids, sinus surgery, airway reconstruction and cleft palates. She earned her medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine in New Orleans. She trained in surgery and otolaryngology at Tulane Hospital and Clinic.She completed a fellowship in pediatric otolaryngology, head and neck surgery at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis. Dr. Wasylik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Enlarged Adenoids, Tongue Tie, Stridor, and Auditory Processing Disorder.

      Trina E. Espinola
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Pediatric Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Pediatric Otolaryngology

      Orlando Health Group ENT & Allergy, Head And Neck Surgery

      601 7th Street South, Suite 575, Suite 575, 
      St Petersburg, FL 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish

      Dr. Espinola is a pediatric otolaryngologist (ear, nose and throat specialist) at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital. She is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. She earned her medical degree from Tulane University. She completed her surgical internship at Charity Hospital, New Orleans. She then completed her surgical residency at Tulane University Department of Surgery, and her otolaryngology residency at Tulane University Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery. Dr. Espinola is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Empyema, Sinusitis, Thyroidectomy, and Laryngectomy.

      Kimberly Law
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Pediatric Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Pediatric Gastroenterology

      Johns Hopkins All Children's Outpatient Care, St. Petersburg

      601 5th Street South, Suite 620, Suite 620, 
      Saint Petersburg, FL 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Law has been a long-time resident of Florida, growing up in Orlando and completing her undergraduate studies and medical school at the University of South Florida in Tampa. She trained at USF for pediatric residency and spent an additional year as chief USF pediatric resident at Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital. She lived in New York City while completing her fellowship in pediatric gastroenterology, hepatology, and nutrition at New York Presbyterian Hospital - Columbia University. She spent her training in both clinical practice and lab research focusing on the enteric nervous system and motility issues in mice. Her career passion is caring for children with all types of general GI disorders. Dr. Law sees patients at the following location: Outpatient Care, St. Petersburg 601 5th Street South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701 Phone: 727-822-4300. Dr. Law is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Delayed Growth, Lactose Intolerance, Morning Sickness, and Gastroschisis.

      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      Baycare Medical Group, Inc.

      620 10th St N, Suite 3c, 
      St Petersburg, FL 
       (1.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Mihir Patel is a Gastroenterologist in St Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Patel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Gastric Dysmotility, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      2112 16th St N, 
      St Petersburg, FL 
       (1.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Girish Patel is a Gastroenterologist in St Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Patel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Esophagitis, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrostomy, and Gastrectomy.

      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      West Central Gastroenterology Llp

      4855 1st Ave N, 
      St Petersburg, FL 
       (3.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Robert Wharton is a Gastroenterologist in St Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Wharton is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Acute Pancreatitis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Fecal Impaction, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      West Central Gastroenterology Llp

      7017 Central Ave, 
      Saint Petersburg, FL 
       (6.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Ernst Bontemps is a Gastroenterologist in Saint Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Bontemps is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      West Central Gastroenterology Llp

      6225 66 St N, 
      Pinellas Park, FL 
       (6.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Neil Bajwa is a Gastroenterologist in Pinellas Park, Florida. Dr. Bajwa is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC), Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

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

      Professional Healthcare Of Pinellas LLC

      6502 Park Blvd N, 
      Pinellas Park, FL 
       (7.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic, French, Mandarin, Spanish, Vietnamese
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Fadi Saba is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Pinellas Park, Florida. Dr. Saba is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Gastrostomy, and Thyroidectomy. Dr. Saba is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology

      Ent And Allergy Associates Of Florida LLC

      900 Carillon Parkway Suite 300 St., 
      Petersburg, FL 
       (7.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Daniel Vincent is an Otolaryngologist in Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Vincent is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Laryngeal Nerve Damage, Laryngitis, Vocal Cord Dysfunction, Spasmodic Dysphonia, and Laryngectomy. Dr. Vincent is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      West Central Gastroenterology Llp

      3001 Executive Dr, Suite 130, 
      Clearwater, FL 
       (9.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Dilip Ghanekar is a Gastroenterologist in Clearwater, Florida. Dr. Ghanekar is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      West Central Gastroenterology Llp

      3001 Executive Dr, Suite 130, 
      Clearwater, FL 
       (9.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Joseph Staffetti is a Gastroenterologist in Clearwater, 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.

      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      West Central Gastroenterology Llp

      3001 Executive Dr, Suite 130, 
      Clearwater, FL 
       (9.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Ihab Herraka is a Gastroenterologist in Clearwater, Florida. Dr. Herraka is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      West Central Gastroenterology Llp

      3001 Executive Dr, Suite 130, 
      Clearwater, FL 
       (9.1 miles away)
      Experience:
      44+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Chetan Desai is a Gastroenterologist in Clearwater, Florida. Dr. Desai has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Diarrhea, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology | Plastic Surgery
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology | Plastic Surgery

      Ohi West Medical Group LLC

      625 6th Ave S, Suite 385, 
      St Petersburg, FL 
       (0.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Paige Lindberg is an Otolaryngologist and a Plastic Surgeon in St Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Lindberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Empyema, and Tinnitus. Dr. Lindberg is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 01/09/2026

      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 St Petersburg, 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 St Petersburg, 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 St Petersburg, 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 St Petersburg, 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 St Petersburg, 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 St Petersburg, 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 St Petersburg, 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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