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

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The 20 Best Swallowing Difficulty Doctors near Norwood, MA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 505 doctor with experience in Swallowing Difficulty near Norwood, MA. Of these, 401 are Experienced, 98 are Advanced and 6 are Distinguished.

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    Steven J. Shields
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine
    Atrius Health, Inc., 1 Lyons Street, 
    Dedham, MA 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Steven Shields is an Internal Medicine provider in Dedham, Massachusetts. Dr. Shields is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Heartburn, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Macroamylasemia, and Hemorrhoids.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine
    Atrius Health, Inc, 1 Lyons Street, 
    Dedham, MA 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sveta Oza is an Internal Medicine provider in Dedham, Massachusetts. Dr. Oza has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Cronkhite-Canada Disease, Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome, Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Matthew F. Sullivan
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine

    Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital - Needham

    148 Chestnut Street, 
    Needham, MA 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Sullivan is an Internal Medicine provider in Needham, Massachusetts. Dr. Sullivan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Enlarged Liver, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

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    Steven B. Cohen
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine

    Needham Gastroenterology Associates, PC

    464 Hillside Avenue, Suite 201, 
    Needham, MA 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Steven Cohen is an Internal Medicine provider in Needham, Massachusetts. Dr. Cohen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Colitis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Stephen R. Rotman
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine

    Needham Gastroenterology Associates, PC

    464 Hillside Avenue, Suite 201, 
    Needham, MA 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephen Rotman is an Internal Medicine provider in Needham, Massachusetts. Dr. Rotman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. He is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Evgenia Forman
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine

    BIDHC Extended Care Community Program

    199 Reedsdale Road, 
    Milton, MA 
     (7.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Russian

    Evgenia Forman is an Internal Medicine provider in Milton, Massachusetts. Dr. Forman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Dysgraphia, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, and Decorticate Posture.

    Jaime A. Oviedo
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology

    Brigham And Womens Physicians Organization Inc

    850 Boylston St, 
    Chestnut Hill, MA 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jaime Oviedo is a Hepatologist and a Gastroenterologist in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. Dr. Oviedo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Barrett Esophagus, and Chronic Erosive Gastritis.

    Christopher C. Thompson
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology

    Brigham And Women's Crohn's And Colitis Center

    850 Boylston Street, Suite 201 Mass General Brigham Healthcare Center, 
    Chestnut Hill, MA 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Christopher C. Thompson is the Director of Endoscopy at Brigham and Women’s Hospital (BWH), Co-director of the Center for Weight Management and Wellness, and Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School.  He is also the Advanced Endoscopy Fellowship Program Director and clinical faculty at Boston Children’s Hospital and the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.  Dr. Thompson’s clinical interests include endoscopic surgery applied to foregut conditions, with a focus on endoscopic treatment of obesity, GERD, Zenker’s diverticula, achalasia, gastroparesis,  postsurgical complications, and pancreatobiliary disease.  He spends the majority of his time performing these advanced endoscopic procedures and also cares for these patients in the ambulatory setting.  The remainder of his time is devoted to research in endoscopic surgery, with a focus on device development, clinical outcomes, and endoscopic education. His research has resulted in numerous patents, development of new endoscopic procedures, and over 300 publications.  He was awarded the Brigham and Women’s Physician Organization Clinical Innovation Award in 2007 for developing and performing the first endoscopic suturing procedure to treat obesity.  He also invented anastomosis technology, which has been shown to treat type 2 diabetes effectively in early clinical trials.  He was responsible for much of the early work in Bariatric Endoscopy, having been called the founding father of the field, and edited the first textbook and video atlas on the subject.  Some of his other important clinical innovations include the development of new endoscopic techniques for treating pancreatic necrosis, gastric outlet obstruction, sleeve gastrectomy stenosis, pancreaticojejunal anastomotic strictures, and postsurgical complications.  He also developed an endoscopic part-task simulator used by many fellowship programs (the TEST box).These accomplishments have led to a broad clinical referral base, and to national and international invitations for lectureships and live case demonstrations, including the American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) Blackwell Lectureship, ACG American Journal of Gastroenterology Lecture, American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) Presidential Plenary Lecture, American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE) J Edward Berk Presidential Plenary Lecture, ACG Edgar Achkar Visiting Professorship, all post-graduate education courses for the major US gastroenterology and surgical societies, and numerous respected courses throughout Europe, Asia, and South America.  He has also mentored more than 20 fellows, many of whom have gone on to thrive in prestigious academic institutions, and he established the first Fellowship in Bariatric Endoscopy. Dr. Thompson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Esophageal Varices, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Endoscopy, and Gastric Bypass.

    Marvin Ryou
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology | Hepatology

    Brigham And Women's Crohn's And Colitis Center

    850 Boylston Street, Suite 201 Mass General Brigham Healthcare Center, 
    Chestnut Hill, MA 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Marvin Ryou is a Hepatologist and a Gastroenterologist in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. Dr. Ryou is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Esophageal Varices, Portal Hypertension, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Pavan S. Mallur
    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology
    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology

    Otolaryngology, Head And Neck Surgery

    330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro Ground Entrance 98 Binney Street, 
    Boston, MA 
     (11.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Pavan Mallur is an Otolaryngologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Mallur is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Vocal Cord Dysfunction, Spasmodic Dysphonia, Swallowing Difficulty, Laryngectomy, and Gastrostomy.

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

    Charlwell House Health And Rehabilitation

    305 Walpole St, 
    Norwood, MA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Irina Pieleanu is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Norwood, Massachusetts. Dr. Pieleanu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Dementia, Low Blood Pressure, Orthostatic Hypotension, and Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C).

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

    Need Of Care LLC

    45 Dan Rd, 
    Canton, MA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ramon Espinosa is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Canton, Massachusetts. Dr. Espinosa has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Dementia, Anemia, Peptic Ulcer, and Orthostatic Hypotension.

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

    South Shore Internal Medicine Associates, Inc

    100 Highland Street, Suite 300, 
    Milton, MA 
     (7.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Fiore is an Internal Medicine provider in Milton, Massachusetts. Dr. Fiore is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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

    George L. Barrett, MD, PC

    100 Highland Street, Suite 101, 
    Milton, MA 
     (7.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    George Barrett is an Internal Medicine provider in Milton, Massachusetts. Dr. Barrett is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Esophagitis, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Lower Esophageal Ring, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Min K. Song
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Family Medicine

    Beth Israel Lahey Health Primary Care, 100 Highland Street, Milton

    100 Highland Street, Suite 105, 
    Milton, MA 
     (7.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Korean
    Offers Telehealth

    Min Song is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Milton, Massachusetts. Dr. Song is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Deep Vein Thrombosis, Hypothyroidism, Dementia, and Decorticate Posture.

    Michelle J. Yoon
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    General Surgery

    BID-Milton Otolaryngology

    100 Highland Street, Suite 221, 
    Milton, MA 
     (7.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michelle Yoon is a General Surgeon in Milton, Massachusetts. Dr. Yoon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, Jones Syndrome, DFNB1, Familial Deafness, and Laryngectomy.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Family Medicine

    BIDHC Extended Care Community Program

    199 Reedsdale Road,, 
    Milton, MA 
     (7.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Roger Schutt is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Milton, Massachusetts. Dr. Schutt is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Deep Vein Thrombosis, Muscle Atrophy, Decerebrate Posture, and Decorticate Posture.

    Virginia K. Cummings
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine

    BIDHC Extended Care Community Program

    199 Reedsdale Road, 
    Milton, MA 
     (7.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Virginia Cummings is an Internal Medicine provider in Milton, Massachusetts. Dr. Cummings is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Dehydration, Dementia, Painful Swallowing, and Swallowing Difficulty.

    Rebecca S. Stone
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    General Surgery

    Boston ENT Associates, P.C.

    560 Hillside Avenue, Suite H, 
    Needham, MA 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Rebecca Stone is a General Surgeon in Needham, Massachusetts. Dr. Stone is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Sialadenitis, Jones Syndrome, DFNB1, and Infant Hearing Loss.

    William P. Innis
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    General Surgery

    Boston ENT Associates, P.C.

    560 Hillside Avenue, Suite H, 
    Needham, MA 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Innis is a General Surgeon in Needham, Massachusetts. Dr. Innis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Jones Syndrome, Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, and Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP).

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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 Norwood, 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 Norwood, 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 Norwood, 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 Norwood, 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 Norwood, 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 Norwood, 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 Norwood, 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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