The 20 Best Swallowing Difficulty Doctors Near Me in Gardner, MA

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The 20 Best Swallowing Difficulty Doctors near Gardner, MA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 22 doctor with experience in Swallowing Difficulty near Gardner, MA. Of these, 20 are Experienced, 1 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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22 providers found
    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Family Medicine
    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Family Medicine

    Heywood Affiliated Medical Group Inc.

    570 Baldwinville Rd, 
    Baldwinville, MA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gretchen Kelley is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Baldwinville, Massachusetts. Dr. Kelley is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Lung Metastases.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Angus J. Michaels M.D. P.C.

    250 Green St Ste 104, 
    Gardner, MA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas Dunzendorfer is a Gastroenterologist in Gardner, Massachusetts. Dr. Dunzendorfer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Necrotizing Enterocolitis, Anemia, Enlarged Liver, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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

    Gardner Family Medicine Inc.

    57 City Hall Ave, 
    Gardner, MA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jennifer Ryan is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Gardner, Massachusetts. Dr. Ryan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Vertigo, Progressive External Ophthalmoplegia, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Lung Metastases.

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

    Heywood Affiliated Medical Group Inc.

    266 Main St, 
    Gardner, MA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Erin O'hara is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Gardner, Massachusetts. Dr. O'hara is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Bulimia, and Obesity in Children.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Angus J. Michaels M.D. P.C.

    250 Green St Ste 104, 
    Gardner, MA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Phani Molakatalla is a Gastroenterologist in Gardner, Massachusetts. Dr. Molakatalla is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Esophagitis, Colitis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

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

    Gardner Office

    250 Green St Ste 202, 
    Gardner, MA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Francis Sweeney is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Gardner, Massachusetts. Dr. Sweeney is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Lung Metastases, Hypothyroidism, and Obesity in Children.

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

    Heywood Medical Group Inc.

    250 Green St, 
    Gardner, MA 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kathleen Sweeney is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Gardner, Massachusetts. Dr. Sweeney is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Opioid Use Disorder. Dr. Sweeney is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Office

    725 Timpany Blvd, 
    Gardner, MA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Tricia Vorderstrasse is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Gardner, Massachusetts. Dr. Vorderstrasse is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Hypertensive Heart Disease, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), and Enlarged Liver.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    General Surgery

    Daniel H. Ervin DO PC

    22 South St, 
    Westminster, MA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Ervin is a General Surgeon in Westminster, Massachusetts. Dr. Ervin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Nasal Polyps, Infant Hearing Loss, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), and Leukoplakia.

    Su-fan V. Lin
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Pediatrics | Internal Medicine

    Sterling Family Medicine

    50 Leominster Road, 
    Sterling, MA 
     (14.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    16+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Su-fan Lin is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine in Sterling, Massachusetts. Dr. Lin has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Premature Ovarian Failure, Frozen Shoulder, Tenosynovitis, and Melorheostosis.

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

    Winchendon Family Pharmacy

    55 Hospital Dr, 
    Winchendon, MA 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Havlin is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Winchendon, Massachusetts. Dr. Havlin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Neuropathy, Lung Metastases, Dementia, Diverticular Disease, and Hip Replacement.

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

    Office

    145 US Route 202, 
    Rindge, NH 
     (10.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Elizabeth Cooley is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Rindge, New Hampshire. Dr. Cooley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Anemia, Fabry Disease, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Danilo T. Funa
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine

    Leominster Internal Medicine

    50 Memorial Drive, 
    Leominster, MA 
     (12.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    40+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino
    Offers Telehealth

    Danilo Funa is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Leominster, Massachusetts. Dr. Funa has been practicing medicine for over 40 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pancreatitis, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Chronic Pain, and Senior-Loken Syndrome.

    Eric P. Cotter
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine

    HealthAlliance-Clinton Hospital, Leominster Campus

    50 Memorial Drive, 
    Leominster, MA 
     (12.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    48+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Eric Cotter is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Leominster, Massachusetts. Dr. Cotter has been practicing medicine for over 48 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Sitosterolemia, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

    Elliot J. Feinberg
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Center For Digestive Wellness

    105 Erdman Way, 
    Leominster, MA 
     (12.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    40+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Elliot Feinberg is a Gastroenterologist in Leominster, Massachusetts. Dr. Feinberg has been practicing medicine for over 40 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Heartburn, Barrett Esophagus, Diverticular Disease, and Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.

    Nicholas M. Hajj
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Family Medicine

    Barre Family Health Center

    151 Worcester Road, 
    Barre, MA 
     (12.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, French
    Offers Telehealth

    Nicholas Hajj is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Barre, Massachusetts. Dr. Hajj has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Opioid Use Disorder, Chronic Pain, Antiphospholipid Syndrome, and Migraine with Brainstem Aura.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    General Surgery

    ENT Associates

    33 Electric Ave, 
    Fitchburg, MA 
     (10.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Bogdasarian is a General Surgeon in Fitchburg, Massachusetts. Dr. Bogdasarian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Familial Deafness, Infant Hearing Loss, Meniere Disease, and Jones Syndrome.

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

    Robert A Babineau JR MD PC

    47 Ashby State Rd Ste 103, 
    Fitchburg, MA 
     (10.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Babineau is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Fitchburg, Massachusetts. Dr. Babineau is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), and Boils.

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

    Montachusett Internal Medicine

    80 Erdman Way, 
    Leominster, MA 
     (12.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jyoti Nagarkar is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Leominster, Massachusetts. Dr. Nagarkar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Kidney Disease, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, and Osteopenia.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Elliot J Feinberg MD

    105 Erdman Way, 
    Leominster, MA 
     (12.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Wankin Yu is a Gastroenterologist in Leominster, Massachusetts. Dr. Yu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Barrett Esophagus, Viral Gastroenteritis, Colitis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, and Endoscopy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    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 Gardner, MA?

    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 Gardner, MA?

    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 Gardner, MA?

    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 Gardner, MA?

    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 Gardner, MA?

    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 Gardner, MA?

    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 Gardner, MA?

    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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