The 20 Best Swallowing Difficulty Doctors Near Me in covington, GA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 32 doctor with experience in Swallowing Difficulty near covington, GA. Of these, 25 are Experienced, 5 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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32 providers found
    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Piedmont Physicians Gastroenterology Newton

    4181 Hospital Dr NE, Ste 202, 
    Covington, GA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Cantonese, Mandarin
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Cheng is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Covington, Georgia. Dr. Cheng is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 56 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Turcot Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Cheng is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology. Dr. Cheng is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Piedmont Primary Care At Eastside Crossing

    9202 Highway 278 NE, 
    Covington, GA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Ehret is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Covington, Georgia. Dr. Ehret is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Ehret is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ehret is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Piedmont Primary Care At Newton Drive

    6175 Newton Dr NE, 
    Covington, GA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino, Korean, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kwon Choe is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Covington, Georgia. Dr. Choe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Choe is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Choe is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Piedmont Primary Care At Newton Drive

    6175 Newton Dr NE, 
    Covington, GA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Henry Patton is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Covington, Georgia. Dr. Patton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 49 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Patton is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Patton is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Piedmont Physicians Gastroenterology Rockdale

    1301 Sigman Road NE, Suite 170, 
    Conyers, GA 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Greg Gibson is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Conyers, Georgia. Dr. Gibson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 43 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hemorrhoids, Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Gibson is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Gibson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Piedmont Physicians Gastroenterology Newton

    4181 Hospital Dr NE, Ste 202, 
    Covington, GA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Yoruba
    Accepting New Patients

    Taiwo Ajose is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Covington, Georgia. Dr. Ajose is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her clinical expertise encompasses Diarrhea, Hemorrhoids, Swallowing Difficulty, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Ajose is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology and American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ajose is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Piedmont Primary Care At Newton Drive

    6175 Newton Dr NE, 
    Covington, GA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Heath Hampton is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Covington, Georgia. Dr. Hampton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Hampton is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Hampton is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Piedmont Physicians Sigman Rd Primary Care

    1301 Sigman Road NE, Suite 230, 
    Conyers, GA 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Haitian Creole, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Bania Calero is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Conyers, Georgia. Dr. Calero is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. She is also highly rated in 99 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cellulitis, Tracheitis, COVID-19, and Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C). Dr. Calero is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Calero is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Piedmont Physicians At Parker Road

    1765 Parker Rd, Se, 
    Conyers, GA 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Virginia Hyland is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Conyers, Georgia. Dr. Hyland is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Folate Deficiency, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, and Cyclic Neutropenia. Dr. Hyland is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Hyland is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Office

    4166A Newton Dr NE, 
    Covington, GA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    47+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    George Smith-Iii is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Covington, Georgia. He has been practicing medicine for over 47 years. Dr. Smith-Iii is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Methylmalonic Acidemia, Methylmalonyl Coenzyme A Mutase Deficiency, and Hypertension.

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

    Wellstreet Of Georgia PC

    5239 Highway 278 NE, 
    Covington, GA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Haitian Creole, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Melody Bray-Ross is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Covington, Georgia. Dr. Bray-Ross is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. She is also highly rated in 72 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cellulitis, COVID-19, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), and Sinusitis. Dr. Bray-Ross is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Colon And Digestive Health Specialists

    1805 Honey Creek Commons Southeast, Suite B, 
    Conyers, GA 
     (7.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Karim Shakoor is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Conyers, Georgia. Dr. Shakoor is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Diverticular Disease, Indigestion, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), and Gastrectomy. Dr. Shakoor is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology. Dr. Shakoor is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Office

    2035 Flat Shoals Rd SE, 
    Conyers, GA 
     (7.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Spanish, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients

    Kaushik Amin is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Conyers, Georgia. Dr. Amin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Kawasaki Disease, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Amin is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Piedmont Physicians Gastroenterology Rockdale

    1301 Sigman Road NE, Suite 170, 
    Conyers, GA 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ekinadese Aburime is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Conyers, Georgia. Dr. Aburime is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 58 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Childhood Pancreatitis, Bile Duct Stricture, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Aburime is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology. Dr. Aburime is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Piedmont Physicians Sigman Rd Primary Care

    1301 Sigman Road NE, Suite 230, 
    Conyers, GA 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Sign Language, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Harmon Smith is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Conyers, Georgia. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Smith is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Smith is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Piedmont Physicians Of Social Circle

    551 N Cherokee Road, 
    Social Circle, GA 
     (10.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Twi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Melissa Rienstra is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Social Circle, Georgia. Dr. Rienstra is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. She is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Folate Deficiency, and Subacute Combined Degeneration. Dr. Rienstra is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Rienstra is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Piedmont Physicians Of Social Circle

    551 N Cherokee Road, 
    Social Circle, GA 
     (10.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kevin Lanclos is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Social Circle, Georgia. Dr. Lanclos is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 36 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Folate Deficiency, and Subacute Combined Degeneration. Dr. Lanclos is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Lanclos is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Piedmont Physicians At Wellbrook

    1301 Wellbrook Circle NE, 
    Conyers, GA 
     (11.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Entrekin is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Conyers, Georgia. Dr. Entrekin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Entrekin is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Piedmont Physicians At Wellbrook

    1301 Wellbrook Circle NE, 
    Conyers, GA 
     (11.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Miles Wei is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Conyers, Georgia. Dr. Wei is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chemical Pneumonitis, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Wei is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Wei is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Wellbrook Endoscopy Center LLC

    1269 Wellbrook Cir NE, 
    Conyers, GA 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Fred Levin is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Conyers, Georgia. Dr. Levin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ascites, Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, and Endoscopy.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    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 covington, 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 covington, 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 covington, 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 covington, 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 covington, 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 covington, 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 covington, 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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