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    MediFind found 28 doctor with experience in Swallowing Difficulty near Post Falls, ID. Of these, 22 are Experienced and 6 are Advanced.

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    28 providers found
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      North Idaho Day Surgery LLC

      750 N Syringa St, Suite 205, 
      Post Falls, ID 
       (1.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Michael James is a Gastroenterologist in Post Falls, Idaho. Dr. James is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. James is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology

      North Idaho Day Surgery LLC

      750 N Syringa St, Suite 203a, 
      Post Falls, ID 
       (1.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Alexander Caten is an Otolaryngologist in Post Falls, Idaho. Dr. Caten is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Familial Deafness, Infant Hearing Loss, Tonsil Stones, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), and Thyroidectomy. Dr. Caten is currently accepting new patients.

      What does Elite, Distinguished, Advanced, Experienced mean?
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty

      St Josephs Ear Nose And Throat Clinic PLLC

      849 N Syringa St, 
      Post Falls, ID 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, French, Norwegian, Russian, Spanish, Swedish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Anne Sobba-Higley is an Otolaryngologist in Post Falls, Idaho. Dr. Sobba-Higley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, Otitis, Low Nasal Bridge, and Nasal Septal Hematoma. Dr. Sobba-Higley is currently accepting new patients.

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      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Family Medicine
      1300 E Mullan Ave, 1300, 
      Post Falls, ID 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Donald Lindblad is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Post Falls, Idaho. Dr. Lindblad is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Acute Kidney Failure, Tenosynovitis, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

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

      North Idaho Day Surgery LLC

      750 N Syringa St, Suite 203a, 
      Post Falls, ID 
       (1.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Brandy Tacia is an Otolaryngologist and a Plastic Surgeon in Post Falls, Idaho. Dr. Tacia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Thyroid Nodule, Perichondritis, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), and Low Nasal Bridge. Dr. Tacia is currently accepting new patients.

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

      North Idaho Day Surgery LLC

      750 N Syringa St, 
      Post Falls, ID 
       (1.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Eric Benson is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Post Falls, Idaho. Dr. Benson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Memory Loss. Dr. Benson is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Heritage Health

      1090 W Park Place, 
      Coeur D'alene, ID 
       (7.2 miles away)
      Experience:
      16+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Anthony Rehil-Crest is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Coeur D'alene, Idaho. Dr. Rehil-Crest has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Hypokalemic Periodic Paralysis, Hyperkalemic Periodic Paralysis, Andersen-Tawil Syndrome, and Thyrotoxic Periodic Paralysis. Dr. Rehil-Crest is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine | Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine | Gastroenterology

      North Idaho Endoscopy And Surgical Specialists

      3318 N Grandmill Ln, 
      Coeur d'Alene, ID 
       (5.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Filipino, German, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Cory Richardson is a General Surgeon and a Bariatric Medicine provider in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. Dr. Richardson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gallstones, Endoscopy, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Richardson is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology

      St Josephs Ear Nose And Throat Clinic PLLC

      2288 N Merritt Creek Loop, Suite 100, 
      Coeur D Alene, ID 
       (7.1 miles away)
      Experience:
      43+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, German, Latin, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Thomas Detar is an Otolaryngologist in Coeur D Alene, Idaho. Dr. Detar has been practicing medicine for over 43 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Gastrostomy, and Parathyroidectomy. Dr. Detar is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology

      Kootenai Health Inc

      2003 Kootenai Health Way, 
      Coeur D Alene, ID 
       (7.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, French, German, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Ian Smith is an Otolaryngologist in Coeur D Alene, Idaho. Dr. Smith is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Thrush, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Palatopharyngeal Incompetence, Laryngectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Smith is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology

      St Josephs Ear Nose And Throat Clinic PLLC

      2288 N Merritt Creek Loop, Suite 100, 
      Coeur D Alene, ID 
       (7.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish, Vietnamese
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Michael Gilbert is an Otolaryngologist in Coeur D Alene, Idaho. Dr. Gilbert is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Hyperparathyroidism, Parathyroid Hyperplasia, Osteitis Fibrosa, Laryngectomy, and Parathyroidectomy. Dr. Gilbert is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology

      St Josephs Ear Nose And Throat Clinic PLLC

      2288 N Merritt Creek Loop, Suite 100, 
      Coeur D Alene, ID 
       (7.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Armenian, Farsi, Russian
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Chad Mccormick is an Otolaryngologist in Coeur D Alene, Idaho. Dr. Mccormick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Thyroid Cancer, Follicular Thyroid Cancer, Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer, and Male Pattern Baldness. Dr. Mccormick is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology

      St Josephs Ear Nose And Throat Clinic PLLC

      2288 N Merritt Creek Loop, Suite 100, 
      Coeur D Alene, ID 
       (7.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Philip Gardner is an Otolaryngologist in Coeur D Alene, Idaho. Dr. Gardner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Jones Syndrome, and Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS). Dr. Gardner is currently accepting new patients.

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

      North Idaho Day Surgery LLC

      315 W Dalton Ave, Suite B, 
      Coeur D Alene, ID 
       (7.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Thomas Neal is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Coeur D Alene, Idaho. Dr. Neal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Neal is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology

      Kootenai Health Inc

      2003 Kootenai Health Way, 
      Coeur D Alene, ID 
       (7.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, French, Hindi, Marathi
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Daniel Cannon is an Otolaryngologist in Coeur D Alene, Idaho. Dr. Cannon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Sinusitis, Empyema, Chronic Cough, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Cannon is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      1919 Lincoln Way, Suite 415, 
      Coeur D Alene, ID 
       (7.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Gavin Young is a Gastroenterologist in Coeur D Alene, Idaho. Dr. Young is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Mallory-Weiss Syndrome, Ulcerative Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

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

      Sound Physicians Of Idaho

      205 E Anton Ave, 
      Coeur D Alene, ID 
       (7.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Michael Meza is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Coeur D Alene, Idaho. Dr. Meza is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Dementia, Necrosis, Pneumonia, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Meza is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      16528 East Desmet Court, Suite A2200, 
      Spokane Valley, WA 
       (11.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Ali Gaskari is a Gastroenterologist in Spokane Valley, Washington. Dr. Gaskari is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Painful Swallowing, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Gaskari is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Family Medicine
      15812 E Indiana Ave, 
      Spokane Valley, WA 
       (11.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Jesse Schneider is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Spokane Valley, Washington. Dr. Schneider is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Schneider is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Family Medicine | General Practice
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Family Medicine | General Practice
      12623 E Sprague Ave Ste 6, 
      Spokane Valley, WA 
       (12.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Helen Schmidt is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine and General Practice in Spokane Valley, Washington. Dr. Schmidt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Cerebellar Degeneration, and Hypertension.

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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 Post Falls, ID?

      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 Post Falls, ID?

      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 Post Falls, ID?

      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 Post Falls, ID?

      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 Post Falls, ID?

      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 Post Falls, ID?

      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 Post Falls, ID?

      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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