The 20 Best Swallowing Difficulty Doctors Near Me in springfield, IL

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 34 doctor with experience in Swallowing Difficulty near springfield, IL. Of these, 28 are Experienced, 5 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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

    Springfield Clinic LLP

    1025 S 6th St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dmitry Shuster is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Shuster is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Crohn's Disease, Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Shuster is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Springfield Clinic LLP

    1025 S 6th St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Rajan Kochar is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Kochar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Visceromegaly, Enlarged Liver, Colitis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Kochar is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Springfield Clinic LLP

    1025 S 6th St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ashish Chopra is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Chopra is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Enlarged Liver, Ascites, Hepatitis C, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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

    Springfield Clinic LLP

    1025 S 6th St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Fadi Annaba is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Annaba is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Esophagitis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Annaba is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Springfield Clinic LLP

    1025 S 6th St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    William Peterson is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Peterson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Anemia, Barrett Esophagus, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Peterson is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Springfield Memorial Hospital

    701 N 1st St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients

    Khalid Naseer is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Naseer is rated as an Advanced 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 Morning Sickness, Esophagitis, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Naseer is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Gaines & Banday LLC

    301 N 8th St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Roger Mcclintock is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Mcclintock 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 Lung Metastases, Chronic Cough, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, and Atypical Pneumonia. Dr. Mcclintock is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Gaines & Banday LLC

    301 N 8th St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Bass is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Bass is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His clinical expertise encompasses Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss, Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome, Infant Hearing Loss, and Ruptured Eardrum.

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

    St Johns Hospital Laboratory

    800 E Carpenter St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bhavin Sonani is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Sonani 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 Heart Attack, Stroke, Acute Kidney Failure, Gastrostomy, and Colonoscopy.

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

    St Johns Hospital Laboratory

    800 E Carpenter St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Valerie Thompson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Thompson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Osmotic Diuresis. Dr. Thompson is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Springfield Clinic LLP

    1025 S 6th St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ruchi Gupta is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Gupta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Benign Esophageal Stricture, Lower Esophageal Ring, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Gupta is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Springfield Clinic LLP

    1025 S 6th St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sanjay Bangarulingam is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Bangarulingam 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 Bile Duct Obstruction, Acute Pancreatitis, Bile Duct Stricture, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Bangarulingam is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Springfield Clinic LLP

    1025 S 6th St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Theodore Paradowski is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Paradowski 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 Visceromegaly, Enlarged Liver, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Paradowski is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Springfield Clinic LLP

    1025 S 6th St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dushyantkumar Patel is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

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

    Springfield Clinic LLP

    1025 S 6th St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Mosley is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Mosley 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 Crohn's Disease, Cronkhite-Canada Disease, Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

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

    Springfield Clinic LLP

    1025 S 6th St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Telugu
    Accepting New Patients

    Rahul Nayani is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Nayani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Nayani is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Springfield Clinic LLP

    1025 S 6th St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sailaja Cheruku is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Cheruku is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Cheruku is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Springfield Clinic LLP

    1025 S 6th St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Hope Knauer is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Knauer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. She is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Colorectal Cancer. Dr. Knauer is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Springfield Clinic LLP

    1025 S 6th St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Didar Singh is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Singh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, Gastrostomy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

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

    Springfield Clinic LLP

    1025 S 6th St, 
    Springfield, IL 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Idelle Woodson is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Woodson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Chronic Cough, and Sciatica. Dr. Woodson is currently accepting new patients.

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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 springfield, IL?

    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 springfield, IL?

    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 springfield, IL?

    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 springfield, IL?

    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 springfield, IL?

    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 springfield, IL?

    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 springfield, IL?

    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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