The 20 Best Swallowing Difficulty Doctors Near Me in Chevy Chase, MD

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 412 doctor with experience in Swallowing Difficulty near Chevy Chase, MD. Of these, 338 are Experienced, 72 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Ajay Bakhshi MD LLC

    9406 Old Georgetown Road, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Naveen Gupta is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Gupta is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Gupta is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Metropolitan Gastroenterology Group

    Chevy Chase, MD 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati 
    Offers Telehealth

    Amy Shah is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Chevy Chase, Maryland. Dr. Shah is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. She is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Shah is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Capital Digestive Care & Metropolitan Gastroenterology Group

    5550 Friendship Boulevard, Suite T90, Suite T90, 
    Chevy Chase, MD 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Mohammed Ali is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Chevy Chase, Maryland. Dr. Ali is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Ali is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

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    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Capital Digestive Care & Metropolitan Gastroenterology Group

    Chevy Chase, MD 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Steven Zeddun is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Chevy Chase, Maryland. Dr. Zeddun is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Achalasia, Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Capital Digestive Care & Metropolitan Gastroenterology Group

    5550 Friendship Boulevard, Suite T90, Suite T90, 
    Chevy Chase, MD 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Samuel Kallus is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Chevy Chase, Maryland. Dr. Kallus is rated as an Advanced 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 Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Eosinophilic Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Kallus is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty

    Suburban Hospital

    Bethesda, MD 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino

    Maria Villanueva is a Geriatrics provider practicing medicine in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Villanueva 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 End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Sepsis, Dehydration, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Villanueva is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Ajay Bakhshi MD LLC

    9406 Old Georgetown Road, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ajay Bakhshi is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Bakhshi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 39 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Cronkhite-Canada Disease, Gastrectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Bakhshi is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Allergy And Immunology.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Capital Digestive Care

    10215 Fernwood Road, Suite 404, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Matthew Chandler, MD, specializes in gastroenterology and is board-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He practices at Capital Digestive Care. Dr. Chandler received his medical degree from Emory University School of Medicine and completed his residency and fellowship at George Washington University Hospital. Dr. Chandler 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 Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Chandler is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology

    Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center — Bethesda

    6420 Rockledge Drive, Suite 4920, Suite 4920, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Punjabi, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Otolaryngologist Vaninder “Vinny” K. Dhillon specializes in endocrine surgery, laryngology, otolaryngology, parathyroid diseases and surgery, swallowing disorders, thyroid diseases and surgery, and voice problems. She treats both children and adults. After earning her medical degree from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California, Dr. Dhillon completed a residency in otolaryngology at Los Angeles County and University of Southern California Medical Center. Dr. Dhillon’s research interests include the role of voice outcomes in patients after thyroid and parathyroid surgery when there is concern for vocal fold weakness or paralysis, evaluation of the role of office-based treatment on vocal fold paralysis, as well as neurogenic recovery of vocal fold paralysis. Dr. Dhillon is also interested in treatments for neurogenic chronic cough, which is refractory to other medical intervention. Dr. Dhillon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Laryngeal Nerve Damage, Spasmodic Dysphonia, Neurofibromatosis Type 2 (NF2), Thyroidectomy, and Parathyroidectomy. Dr. Dhillon is board certified in Head And Neck Surgery.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology

    Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center — Bethesda

    6420 Rockledge Drive, Suite 4920, Suite 4920, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Polish, Slovak

    Wojtek Mydlarz, director of Johns Hopkins Head and Neck Surgery in the National Capital Region, specializes in the treatment of benign and malignant tumors of the head and neck, including the upper aerodigestive tract, salivary glands, skull base, thyroid, skin and soft tissue. Dr. Mydlarz is a medical officer and a clinical and research collaborator in the head and neck surgery branch of the National Institutes of Health (NIH). His research interests include evaluating both surgical and nonsurgical treatment outcomes in patients with head and neck cancer. He is interested in the complex molecular biology of head and neck cancer, as well as potential clinical applications of novel targeted cancer therapies. He is actively involved in clinical trial development and implementation at the NIH and Johns Hopkins. After earning his medical degree from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Dr. Mydlarz completed his internship and residency in otolaryngology–head and neck surgery at The Johns Hopkins Hospital. Additionally, he completed a Science of Clinical Investigation Training Program at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and specialized fellowship training in head and neck surgical oncology at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. Dr. Mydlarz has contributed to numerous professional publications, authored a variety of articles and book chapters, and has been invited to give many lectures. He serves on the editorial board for Oral Oncology and Laryngoscope Investigative Otolaryngology, and is a journal reviewer for Oral Oncology, Head and Neck, Laryngoscope and JAMA Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery. Dr. Mydlarz 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 Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), Tongue Cancer, Salivary Gland Tumors, Laryngectomy, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Mydlarz is board certified in Head And Neck Surgery.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Sibley Memorial Hospital

    5215 Loughboro Road Northwest, Suite 330, Suite 330, 
    Washington, DC 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, French
    Offers Telehealth

    Aline Pishvaian is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Pishvaian 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 Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Diarrhea, and Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome. Dr. Pishvaian is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Sibley Memorial Hospital

    Washington, DC 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Antoinette Saddler, M.D., is a fellowship-trained gastroenterologist specializing in general gastroenterology and management of patients with mild to severe malnutrition. She has experience in treating complex gastrointestinal disorders including short bowel syndrome, celiac disease, inflammatory bowel disease, irritable bowel syndrome, gastrointestinal malignancies, gastrointestinal tract dysmotility and high-output ostomies, as well as the malnutrition associated with these conditions. Dr. Saddler has held positions at the University of Kentucky, MedStar Washington Hospital Center, the University of Virginia School of Medicine, and the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences. She has also been a private practice gastroenterologist. Her professional activities include regional and national lectures on the management of gastrointestinal disorders associated with malnutrition. She previously served as the director of medical nutrition at the University of Virginia Digestive Health Center, where patients with complex gastrointestinal and nutritional disorders receive care. Dr. Saddler obtained her medical degree at the Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. She completed her residency training in internal medicine at New York-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center followed by fellowship training in gastroenterology at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. She pursued additional fellowship training there in clinical nutrition. Dr. Saddler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gastroparesis, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Saddler is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine
    General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine

    Sibley Memorial Hospital

    Washington, DC 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Brett Parker is a general surgeon and fellowship-trained minimally invasive foregut and bariatric surgeon. He is an Assistant Professor of Surgery at Johns Hopkins and also the Program Director for the Johns Hopkins Advanced GI and Minimally Invasive Surgery Fellowship Program. Dr. Parker is an expert in minimally invasive surgical techniques including advanced laparoscopy and robotic surgery, as well as therapeutic flexible endoscopy. He is interested in promoting the evolving indications for surgical repair of hiatal hernias, as well as adjunct procedures surgeons can use to reduce recurrence rates. He offers a wide range of interventions for GERD, including innovative endoscopic therapies, and promotes early surgical referral to discuss and tailor therapy to individual patient circumstances. Dr. Parker also has a robust abdominal wall reconstruction and weight loss surgery practice. He is widely published on the surgical outcomes of foregut surgery, emerging technologies, and innovation, as well as surgical simulation and skills transfer. Dr. Parker has consistently been selected as a Washingtonian Magazine Top Doctor in 2023, 2024, and 2025. As a member of the Johns Hopkins Division of Minimally Invasive Surgery in the Greater Washington Area, Dr. Parker is dedicated to the best, individualized, patient outcomes. Learn more about Dr. Parker and his partners within the Johns Hopkins Division of Minimally Invasive Surgery, the Johns Hopkins Heartburn Center and the Johns Hopkins Motility and Neurogastroenterology Center. Dr. Parker 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 Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Endoscopy, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Parker is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Capital Digestive Care

    6100 Executive Boulevard, Suite 301, Suite 301, 
    North Bethesda, MD 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Collier is graduate from Georgetown University Medical School, Washington D.C. and he has been in practice since 2000 in Rockville, MD. Dr. Collier received advanced training in Gastroenterology and Endoscopic Ultrasound from prestigious organizations such as Georgetown University Hospital, Washington Veteran's Hospital and the National Institutes of Health. Dr. Collier's top priority is to advance the delivery of care for patients suffering from digestive health conditions. His goal is to provide high quality patient care, medical diagnosis and the most effective treatment. He is married with three children. For more information on Dr. Collier, visit CapitalDigestiveCare.com. Dr. Collier is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Indigestion, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Portal Hypertension, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Collier is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Capital Digestive Care

    6100 Executive Boulevard, Suite 301, Suite 301, 
    North Bethesda, MD 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. George Bolen is a gastroenterologist affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital and Suburban Hospital, as well as an associate clinical professor of medicine at George Washington University School of Medicine and Georgetown University School of Medicine. He practices out of Capital Digestive Care’s Metropolitan Gastroenterology Group in Washington, D.C. and Bethesda, Md. Dr. Bolen has an expertise in hepatology and clinical research. Dr. Bolen earned his undergraduate degree from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and his medical degree from Yale University School of Medicine. He completed a residency in internal medicine at New York Hospital, as well as a fellowship in gastroenterology. Dr. Bolen served as a Major in the United States Air Force Medical Corps from 1982-1986. Dr. Bolen is a diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine, as well as a member of the American College of Gastroenterology, the American Medical Association, the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America, the Washington Society of Gastroenterology and the American Gastroenterological Association, amongst other organizations. Dr. Bolen has been named a Super Doctor by the Washington Post Magazine, a Top Doctor by Consumers’ Checkbook Magazine and a Top Doctor in the Washington, D.C., Baltimore and Washington-Baltimore areas by Castle Connolly. Dr. Bolen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastric Dysmotility, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), and Indigestion. Dr. Bolen is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Capital Digestive Care

    North Bethesda, MD 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Eric Pollack is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in North Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Pollack is rated as an Advanced 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 Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Diverticular Disease, and Indigestion. Dr. Pollack is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Capital Digestive Care LLC

    5550 Friendship Boulevard, Suite T90, Suite T90, 
    Chevy Chase, MD 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Kathryn E. Kirk is a gastroenterologist affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital, George Washington University Hospital, Washington Hospital Center and the University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center. She practices out of Capital Digestive Care’s Metropolitan Gastroenterology Group in Washington, D.C., Chevy Chase, Md. and Bethesda, Md. Dr. Kirk has an expertise in gastroesophageal reflux disease, colorectal cancer screening and irritable bowel syndrome. She has special interests in colon cancer screening and prevention, celiac disease and eosinophilic esophagitis. Dr. Kirk earned her undergraduate degree from Princeton University and her medical degree from Weill Medical College of Cornell University. She completed a residency in internal medicine at Beth Israel Medical Center, followed by fellowships in hepatology and gastroenterology at Mount Sinai Hospital. Dr. Kirk is a member of the American College of Gastroenterology, the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America and the American Gastroenterological Association. Dr. Kirk has been consistently recognized as a Top Doctor by Washingtonian magazine. Dr. Kirk is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. She is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), and Eosinophilic Colitis. Dr. Kirk is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology

    Feldman ENT Group

    Chevy Chase, MD 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Dr. Jerome S. Schwartz is an otolaryngologist affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital, Washington Hospital Center, Children’s National Medical Center and Georgetown University Hospital. He practices out of Feldman ENT Group in Chevy Chase, Md. and Germantown, Md. Dr. Schwartz has an expertise in laryngology, voice and swallowing disorders, pediatric otolaryngology and sinonasal disorders. Dr. Schwartz earned his medical degree from George Washington University School of Medicine. He completed a residency in otolaryngology, head and neck surgery at the State University of New York Downstate Medical Center. Dr. Schwartz completed advanced training in laryngology/neurolaryngology and voice and swallowing disorders at St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Hospital Center. Dr. Schwartz is a fellow of the American Academy of Otolaryngology and the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Schwartz was named a Top Doctor by Washingtonian Magazine in 2015. Dr. Schwartz has published numerous articles and textbook chapters on laryngologic disorders and general otolaryngology. Dr. Schwartz 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 Vocal Cord Dysfunction, Spasmodic Dysphonia, Infant Hearing Loss, and Laryngeal Nerve Damage. Dr. Schwartz is board certified in Head And Neck Surgery.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty

    Feldman ENT Group

    5454 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 1535, Suite 1535, 
    Chevy Chase, MD 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Christopher P. Mesick is an otolaryngologist affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital, Washington Hospital Center, Children’s National Medical Center and Georgetown University Hospital, where he serves as an associate clinical professor for Georgetown University. He practices out of Feldman ENT Group in Chevy Chase, Md. and Washington, D.C. Dr. Mesick has an expertise in head and neck oncology, laryngology and voice disorders, sinus surgery, and snoring and sleep disorders. Dr. Mesick earned his medical degree from the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry. He completed a residency in otolaryngology, head and neck surgery at Georgetown University Medical Center, where he served as chief resident. Dr. Mesick is a fellow of the American Academy of Otolaryngology and the American College of Surgeons, as well as a member of the American Medical Association. Dr. Mesick 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 Palatal Myoclonus, Nonallergic Rhinopathy, Ozena, and Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo. Dr. Mesick is board certified in Head And Neck Surgery.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology

    Chevy Chase ENT Associates

    5530 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 1500, Suite 1500, 
    Chevy Chase, MD 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Pryor Brenner is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Chevy Chase, Maryland. Dr. Brenner 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 Jones Syndrome, DFNB1, Infant Hearing Loss, and Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo. Dr. Brenner is board certified in Head And Neck Surgery.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    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 Chevy Chase, MD?

    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 Chevy Chase, MD?

    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 Chevy Chase, MD?

    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 Chevy Chase, MD?

    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 Chevy Chase, MD?

    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 Chevy Chase, MD?

    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 Chevy Chase, MD?

    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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