The 20 Best Swallowing Difficulty Doctors Near Me in Eagan, MN

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 175 doctor with experience in Swallowing Difficulty near Eagan, MN. Of these, 168 are Experienced and 7 are Advanced.

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175 providers found
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Mngi Digestive Health-Eagan Endoscopy Center & Clinic

    1185 Town Centre Dr Ste 205, 
    Eagan, MN 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Naresh Gunaratnam is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Eagan, Minnesota. Dr. Gunaratnam 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 Barrett Esophagus, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Mngi Digestive Health-Eagan Endoscopy Center & Clinic

    1185 Town Centre Dr Ste 205, 
    Eagan, MN 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Patrick O Reilly is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Eagan, Minnesota. Dr. O Reilly is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His clinical expertise encompasses Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Mngi Digestive Health-Eagan Endoscopy Center & Clinic

    1185 Town Centre Dr Ste 205, 
    Eagan, MN 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jimmy Levine is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Eagan, Minnesota. Dr. Levine is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Ulcerative Colitis, Turcot Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Mngi Digestive Health-Eagan Endoscopy Center & Clinic

    1185 Town Centre Dr Ste 205, 
    Eagan, MN 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nicholas Boetticher is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Eagan, Minnesota. Dr. Boetticher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Childhood Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Pancreatectomy.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Mngi Digestive Health-Eagan Endoscopy Center & Clinic

    1185 Town Centre Dr Ste 205, 
    Eagan, MN 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Courtney Barancin is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Eagan, Minnesota. Dr. Barancin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Childhood Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Mngi Digestive Health-Eagan Endoscopy Center & Clinic

    1185 Town Centre Dr Ste 205, 
    Eagan, MN 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ahmed Kandiel is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Eagan, Minnesota. Dr. Kandiel 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 Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Mngi Digestive Health-Eagan Endoscopy Center & Clinic

    1185 Town Centre Dr Ste 205, 
    Eagan, MN 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Catherine Skagen is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Eagan, Minnesota. Dr. Skagen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her clinical expertise encompasses Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Intestinal Cancer, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Mngi Digestive Health-Eagan Endoscopy Center & Clinic

    1185 Town Centre Dr Ste 205, 
    Eagan, MN 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Douglas Nelson is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Eagan, Minnesota. Dr. Nelson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His clinical expertise encompasses Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Esophagitis, Painful Swallowing, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Mngi Digestive Health-Eagan Endoscopy Center & Clinic

    1185 Town Centre Dr Ste 205, 
    Eagan, MN 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Corbett Shelton is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Eagan, Minnesota. Dr. Shelton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His clinical expertise encompasses Ulcerative Colitis, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, Crohn's Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Mngi Digestive Health-Eagan Endoscopy Center & Clinic

    1185 Town Centre Dr Ste 205, 
    Eagan, MN 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dahlia Awais is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Eagan, Minnesota. Dr. Awais is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ulcerative Colitis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Geriatrics
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Geriatrics

    Office

    1885 Plaza Dr, 
    Saint Paul, MN 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Neha Sharma is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Dr. Sharma is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cerebral Palsy, Hypothyroidism, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

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

    Office

    8170 33rd Ave S, 
    Minneapolis, MN 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Janet Bijwadia is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dr. Bijwadia 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 Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Decorticate Posture, Decerebrate Posture, and Heart Failure.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty

    Office

    8170 33rd Ave S, 
    Minneapolis, MN 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amber Winkelman is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dr. Winkelman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her clinical expertise encompasses Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Anemia, and Decorticate Posture.

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

    Office

    8170 33rd Ave S, 
    Minneapolis, MN 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Haefemeyer is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dr. Haefemeyer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His clinical expertise encompasses Decerebrate Posture, Decorticate Posture, Alzheimer's Disease, and Hypothyroidism.

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

    HealthPartners Clinic St. Paul Wabasha

    205 Wabasha St S, 
    Saint Paul, MN 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Khoula Sikander is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Dr. Sikander 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 Deep Vein Thrombosis, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Gitelman Syndrome, and Cellulitis. Dr. Sikander is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Mngi Digestive Health-Bloomington Endoscopy Center & Clinic

    5705 W Old Shakopee Rd Ste 150, 
    Bloomington, MN 
     (8.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Samuel Leon is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Bloomington, Minnesota. Dr. Leon is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Achalasia, Barrett Esophagus, Painful Swallowing, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology

    Minneapolis Otolaryngology PA

    6525 France Ave S Ste 325, 
    Minneapolis, MN 
     (9.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Silver is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dr. Silver 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 Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder, Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, and Otitis.

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

    The Ear Nose And Throat Clinic And Hearing Center P.A.

    7300 France Ave S Ste 420, 
    Edina, MN 
     (9.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tyler Mingo is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Edina, Minnesota. Dr. Mingo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Sinusitis, Empyema, Infant Hearing Loss, and Septoplasty. Dr. Mingo is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery.

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

    The Ear Nose And Throat Clinic And Hearing Center P.A.

    7300 France Ave S Ste 420, 
    Minneapolis, MN 
     (9.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Geoffrey Getnick is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dr. Getnick 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 Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Sinusitis, Infant Hearing Loss, Thyroidectomy, and Septoplasty.

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

    Allina Health Bloomington Clinic

    7920 Old Cedar Ave S, 
    Bloomington, MN 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Block is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Bloomington, Minnesota. Dr. Block is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His clinical expertise encompasses Laryngeal Nerve Damage, Infant Hearing Loss, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), and Swallowing Difficulty.

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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 Eagan, MN?

    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 Eagan, MN?

    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 Eagan, MN?

    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 Eagan, MN?

    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 Eagan, MN?

    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 Eagan, MN?

    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 Eagan, MN?

    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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