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    MediFind found 46 doctor with experience in Swallowing Difficulty near Columbia, MO. Of these, 32 are Experienced, 12 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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    46 providers found
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      Gastrointestinal Associates, Llp

      210 Portland St, Suite 100, 
      Columbia, MO 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Nicolas Llorens is a Gastroenterologist in Columbia, Missouri. Dr. Llorens is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Heartburn, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      Gastrointestinal Associates, Llp

      210 Portland St, 
      Columbia, MO 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Matthew Struttmann is a Gastroenterologist in Columbia, Missouri. Dr. Struttmann is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Struttmann is currently accepting new patients.

      What does Elite, Distinguished, Advanced, Experienced mean?
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      Boone Physician Services LLC

      1600 E Broadway, 
      Columbia, MO 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Michael Williams is a Gastroenterologist in Columbia, Missouri. Dr. Williams is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastric Dysmotility, Gardner Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

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      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      1600 E Broadway, 
      Columbia, MO 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Stephen Welsh is a Gastroenterologist in Columbia, Missouri. Dr. Welsh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pancreatitis, Childhood Pancreatitis, Ascites, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology

      The Curators Of The University Of Missouri

      525 N Keene St, Mu Ent Hearing And Balance C, 
      Columbia, MO 
       (2.1 miles away)
      Experience:
      16+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Mark Gilbert is an Otolaryngologist in Columbia, Missouri. Dr. Gilbert has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Laryngeal Nerve Damage, Spasmodic Dysphonia, Vocal Cord Dysfunction, and Swallowing Difficulty. Dr. Gilbert is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology

      The Curators Of The University Of Missouri

      525 N Keene St, Mu Ent Hearing And Balance C, 
      Columbia, MO 
       (2.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Laura Dooley is an Otolaryngologist in Columbia, Missouri. Dr. Dooley is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Throat Cancer, Laryngeal Cancer, Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands, Laryngectomy, and Thyroidectomy. Dr. Dooley is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      Gastrointestinal Associates, Llp

      210 Portland St, 
      Columbia, MO 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Peter Cleavinger is a Gastroenterologist in Columbia, Missouri. Dr. Cleavinger is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Cleavinger is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      Gastrointestinal Associates, Llp

      210 Portland St, Suite 100, 
      Columbia, MO 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Donald Gerhardt is a Gastroenterologist in Columbia, Missouri. Dr. Gerhardt is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Esophagitis, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      Gastrointestinal Associates, Llp

      210 Portland St, Suite 100, 
      Columbia, MO 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Bradley Anderson is a Gastroenterologist in Columbia, Missouri. Dr. Anderson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Diarrhea, Colitis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      Gastrointestinal Associates, Llp

      210 Portland St, Suite 100, 
      Columbia, MO 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Ameena Anees is a Gastroenterologist in Columbia, Missouri. Dr. Anees is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Esophagitis, Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).

      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      Gastrointestinal Associates, Llp

      210 Portland St, 
      Columbia, MO 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Kevin Halsey is a Gastroenterologist in Columbia, Missouri. Dr. Halsey is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Childhood Pancreatitis, Chronic Pancreatitis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      210 Portland St, Suite 100, 
      Columbia, MO 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Michele Diaz-Arias is a Gastroenterologist in Columbia, Missouri. Dr. Diaz-Arias is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      The Curators Of The University Of Missouri

      101 S Fairview Rd, 
      Columbia, MO 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      George Kistler is a Gastroenterologist in Columbia, Missouri. Dr. Kistler is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Celiac Disease, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, and Endoscopy. Dr. Kistler is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      The Curators Of The University Of Missouri

      101 S Fairview Rd, 
      Columbia, MO 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Khulood Ahmed is a Gastroenterologist in Columbia, Missouri. Dr. Ahmed is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Diarrhea, Macroamylasemia, and Gastric Dysmotility.

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

      Southeastern Emergency Physicians Of Memphis LLC

      1600 E Broadway, 
      Columbia, MO 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Anil Nadipelli is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Columbia, Missouri. Dr. Nadipelli is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Gastrostomy, and Myringotomy.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Internal Medicine
      1605 E Broadway, Suite 280, 
      Columbia, MO 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Lyndell Scoles is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Columbia, Missouri. Dr. Scoles is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Hypertension, Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease, High Cholesterol, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement.

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

      Boone Physician Services LLC

      1605 E Broadway, Suite 110, 
      Columbia, MO 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Michael Kinkade is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Columbia, Missouri. Dr. Kinkade is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Cholesteatoma, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Hypothyroidism.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Geriatrics | Family Medicine
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Geriatrics | Family Medicine
      One Hospital Drive, 
      Columbia, MO 
       (0.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      David Cravens is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics and Family Medicine in Columbia, Missouri. Dr. Cravens is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Dementia, Decerebrate Posture, Decorticate Posture, and Painful Swallowing.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Internal Medicine
      1 Hospital Dr # Dc043.00, 
      Columbia, MO 
       (0.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Brayton Ballenger is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Columbia, Missouri. Dr. Ballenger is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top area of expertise is Swallowing Difficulty.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Pediatric Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology | Pediatrics
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Pediatric Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology | Pediatrics
      1020 Hitt St, 
      Columbia, MO 
       (0.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Charles Chen is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist and a Gastroenterologist in Columbia, Missouri. Dr. Chen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Toxic Megacolon, Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Esophagitis, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy. Dr. Chen is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      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 Columbia, MO?

      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 Columbia, MO?

      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 Columbia, MO?

      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 Columbia, MO?

      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 Columbia, MO?

      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 Columbia, MO?

      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 Columbia, MO?

      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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