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

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 32 doctor with experience in Swallowing Difficulty near yorkville, IL. Of these, 29 are Experienced and 3 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required
    1310 N Main St Ste 200, 
    Sandwich, IL 
     (10.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Khurram Qadir is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Sandwich, Illinois. Dr. Qadir is rated as an Advanced 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 Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Qadir is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine
    1302 N Main St, 
    Sandwich, IL 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Shakeel Ahmad is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Sandwich, Illinois. Dr. Ahmad is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aplastic Anemia, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, Colonoscopy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Ahmad is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Office

    1100 W Veterans Pkwy, 
    Yorkville, IL 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Tommy Pacana is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Yorkville, Illinois. Dr. Pacana is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Pacana is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Office

    88 W Countryside Pkwy Ste D, 
    Yorkville, IL 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi

    Sanjay Thakkar is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Yorkville, Illinois. Dr. Thakkar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Heart Attack, Kidney Stones, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Family Medicine
    1310 N Main St Ste 200, 
    Sandwich, IL 
     (10.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Erik Englehart is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Sandwich, Illinois. Dr. Englehart 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 Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Folate Deficiency, and Subacute Combined Degeneration. Dr. Englehart is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    2418 W Indian Trl Ste F, 
    Aurora, IL 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Rahel Yirga is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Aurora, Illinois. Dr. Yirga is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. She is also highly rated in 52 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Yirga is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Advocate Medical Group Primary Care

    2285 Sequoia Dr 2nd Fl, 
    Aurora, IL 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Muhammad Habib is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Aurora, Illinois. Dr. Habib is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Habib is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Habib is currently accepting new patients.

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

    A2cl Advocate Medical Group-Oswego

    80 Templeton Dr, 
    Oswego, IL 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Adam Mallinger is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Oswego, Illinois. Dr. Mallinger is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His clinical expertise encompasses Peptic Ulcer, Pneumonia, Necrosis, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement.

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

    Dreyer Medical Group LTD

    1 E County Line Rd, 
    Sandwich, IL 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Daniel Gauthier is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Sandwich, Illinois. Dr. Gauthier is rated as an Experienced 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 Crohn's Disease, Myelitis, Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML), and Philadelphia-Negative Chronic Myeloid Leukemia. Dr. Gauthier is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Office

    1 E County Line Rd Ste B, 
    Sandwich, IL 
     (10.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Scott Berger is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Sandwich, Illinois. Dr. Berger 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 Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Macroamylasemia, and Ulcerative Colitis. Dr. Berger is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Sandwich Medical Clinic SC

    1310 N Main St Ste 101, 
    Sandwich, IL 
     (10.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Martin Brauweiler is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Sandwich, Illinois. Dr. Brauweiler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Osteomyelitis in Children, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Ureteroscopy.

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

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    24600 W. 127th St., Suite B215, 
    Plainfield, IL 
     (11.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Akta Kakodkar is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Plainfield, Illinois. Dr. Kakodkar 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 Familial Deafness, Infant Hearing Loss, Laryngeal Nerve Damage, and Perichondritis. Dr. Kakodkar is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology. Dr. Kakodkar is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Duly Health And Care

    24600 W 127th St, Bldg B Ste 130, 
    Plainfield, IL 
     (11.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sandra Banas is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Plainfield, Illinois. Dr. Banas 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 Infant Hearing Loss, Tinnitus, DFNB1, and Jones Syndrome. Dr. Banas is board certified in Otolaryngology — Otolaryngology, American Board Of Otolaryngology, and Otolaryngology. Dr. Banas is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Rush Copley Medical Group

    Aurora, IL 
     (13.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Syed Zaidi is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Aurora, Illinois. Dr. Zaidi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Barrett Esophagus, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Zaidi is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Family Medicine | Oncology | Bariatric Medicine
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Family Medicine | Oncology | Bariatric Medicine

    Golden Rule Family Practice

    1309 Macom Dr, 
    Naperville, IL 
     (13.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati , Hindi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jigarkumar Thakkar is an Oncologist and a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Naperville, Illinois. Dr. Thakkar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Vitamin D Deficiency, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Anemia. Dr. Thakkar is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Thakkar is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    2007 95th St., Suite 112, 
    Naperville, IL 
     (14.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Douglas Tran is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Naperville, Illinois. Dr. Tran is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension. Dr. Tran is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Tran is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Jennings Terrace

    275 S Lasalle St, 
    Aurora, IL 
     (10.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ravinderpal Nandra is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Aurora, Illinois. Dr. Nandra 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 Dementia, Insomnia, Opioid Use Disorder, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young. Dr. Nandra is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Ernest V Isadore DPM PC

    1414 W Illinois Ave, 
    Aurora, IL 
     (10.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients

    Abdul Qadir is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Aurora, Illinois. Dr. Qadir 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 Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Qadir is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Rush-Copley Medical Center

    2000 Ogden Ave, 
    Aurora, IL 
     (11.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Meenalochani Narayanan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Aurora, Illinois. Dr. Narayanan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses COVID-19, Cirrhosis, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), Gastrostomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Narayanan is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Rush-Copley Medical Center

    2000 Ogden Ave, 
    Aurora, IL 
     (11.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients

    Ankur Patel is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Aurora, Illinois. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), COVID-19, Ogilvie Syndrome, Gastrostomy, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Patel 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 yorkville, 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 yorkville, 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 yorkville, 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 yorkville, 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 yorkville, 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 yorkville, 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 yorkville, 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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