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    Last Updated: 10/30/2025

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    MediFind found 21 doctor with experience in Swallowing Difficulty near Blairsville, GA. Of these, 19 are Experienced, 1 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    21 providers found
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      123 Weaver Rd, Suite B, 
      Blairsville, GA 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Scott Ainsworth is a Gastroenterologist in Blairsville, Georgia. Dr. Ainsworth 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, Painful Swallowing, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Internal Medicine
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Internal Medicine
      374 A Pat Haralson Dr, 
      Blairsville, GA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Mary Wiles is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Blairsville, Georgia. Dr. Wiles is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Vitamin D Deficiency, Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Wiles is currently accepting new patients.

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      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Internal Medicine
      374 A Pat Haralson Dr, 
      Blairsville, GA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Mary Wiles is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Blairsville, Georgia. Dr. Wiles is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Osteopenia, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Wiles is currently accepting new patients.

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

      North Georgia Medicine LLC

      346 Deep S Farm Rd, Suite A, 
      Blairsville, GA 
       (0.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Crystal Gary is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Blairsville, Georgia. Dr. Gary is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Gary is currently accepting new patients.

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

      North Georgia Medicine LLC

      346 Deep S Farm Rd, Suite A, 
      Blairsville, GA 
       (0.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Joe Livingston is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Blairsville, Georgia. Dr. Livingston is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, High Cholesterol, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Livingston is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Union County Hospital Authority

      35 Hospital Rd, 
      Blairsville, GA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Sharon Kestin is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Blairsville, Georgia. Dr. Kestin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Kestin is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Family Medicine | Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Family Medicine | Internal Medicine

      Thomas Karisny MD PC

      202 Hospital Rd, 
      Blairsville, GA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Thomas Karisny is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine and Internal Medicine in Blairsville, Georgia. Dr. Karisny is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Xanthoma, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Cirrhosis, Ureteroscopy, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Karisny is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      Aga Clinical Services, LLC

      218 Hospital Dr, Suite C, 
      Blairsville, GA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Karen Weiss is a Gastroenterologist in Blairsville, Georgia. Dr. Weiss is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Intestinal Cancer, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      Aga Clinical Services, LLC

      218 Hospital Dr, Suite C, 
      Blairsville, GA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Eric Davis is a Gastroenterologist in Blairsville, Georgia. Dr. Davis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Anal Fissure, Indigestion, Ulcerative Colitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      Aga Clinical Services, LLC

      218 Hospital Dr, Suite C, 
      Blairsville, GA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Dale Holly is a Gastroenterologist in Blairsville, Georgia. Dr. Holly is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Menetrier Disease, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Family Medicine
      401 Pat Haralson Dr, Unit 2, 
      Blairsville, GA 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Andre Schoeffler is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Blairsville, Georgia. Dr. Schoeffler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Glucose-Galactose Malabsorption Deficiency, Glucose Phosphate Isomerase Deficiency, Congenital Sucrase-Isomaltase Deficiency, Ureteroscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Schoeffler is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Hillcrest Clinic, LLC

      401 Pat Haralson Dr, Unit 1, 
      Blairsville, GA 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Alan Sanders is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Blairsville, Georgia. Dr. Sanders is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Endoscopy. Dr. Sanders is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Family Medicine
      56 Hospital St, 
      Hiawassee, GA 
       (12.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Robert Stahlkuppe is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Hiawassee, Georgia. Dr. Stahlkuppe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Stahlkuppe is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Family Medicine
      129 S Main St, Suite A, 
      Hiawassee, GA 
       (12.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Tracy Edwards is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Hiawassee, Georgia. Dr. Edwards is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Edwards is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Family Medicine | Geriatrics | Pediatrics
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Family Medicine | Geriatrics | Pediatrics
      85 Seasons Ln, 
      Hiawassee, GA 
       (12.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Samuel Church is a Geriatrics specialist and a Pediatrics provider in Hiawassee, Georgia. Dr. Church is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Chronic Cough, Vitamin D Deficiency, and Hypertension. Dr. Church is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Internal Medicine
      93 Family Church Rd, Suite A, 
      Murphy, NC 
       (13.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      David Mock is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Murphy, North Carolina. Dr. Mock is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Cough, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, and Osteopenia. Dr. Mock is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Internal Medicine
      4188 E Us Highway 64, Physicians Building Suite 1, 
      Murphy, NC 
       (13.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Brian Mitchell is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Murphy, North Carolina. Dr. Mitchell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Embolism, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Mitchell is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Murphy Medical Center Inc

      75 Medical Park Ln, Suite D, 
      Murphy, NC 
       (13.5 miles away)
      Experience:
      46+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Daniel Stroup is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Murphy, North Carolina. Dr. Stroup has been practicing medicine for over 46 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Stroup is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Family Medicine
      345 Courthouse Dr, 
      Hayesville, NC 
       (13.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Paula Boyle is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Hayesville, North Carolina. Dr. Boyle is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and Hypertension. Dr. Boyle is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Clay Comprehensive Health Services Inc

      241 Church St, 
      Hayesville, NC 
       (14.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Teresa Heavner is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Hayesville, North Carolina. Dr. Heavner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Heavner 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 Blairsville, GA?

      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 Blairsville, GA?

      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 Blairsville, GA?

      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 Blairsville, GA?

      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 Blairsville, GA?

      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 Blairsville, GA?

      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 Blairsville, GA?

      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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