The 20 Best Swallowing Difficulty Doctors Near Me in jackson, MO

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 27 doctor with experience in Swallowing Difficulty near jackson, MO. Of these, 20 are Experienced and 7 are Advanced.

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27 providers found
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Family Medicine

    Saint Francis Clinic Jackson

    2130 E Jackson Blvd, 
    Jackson, MO 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Laura Glueck is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Jackson, Missouri. Dr. Glueck is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia. Dr. Glueck is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Jackson Medical Center

    2387 W Jackson Blvd, 
    Jackson, MO 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Charles Pewitt is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Jackson, Missouri. Dr. Pewitt is rated as an Experienced 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 Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Pewitt is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty

    Regional Primary Care Inc.

    150 S Mount Auburn Rd Ste 418, 
    Cape Girardeau, MO 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Christopher Compton is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Dr. Compton 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 Bronchitis, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Compton is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Hematology Oncology Associates LLC

    1723 Broadway St Ste 315, 
    Cape Girardeau, MO 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Christopher Keller is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Dr. Keller 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 Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Viral Gastroenteritis, Colitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Keller is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Hepatology & Liver Transplant Clinic At SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital

    1723 Broadway St Ste 220, 
    Cape Girardeau, MO 
     (5.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Shane Hendon is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Dr. Hendon 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 Ulcerative Colitis, Visceromegaly, Lower Esophageal Ring, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Hendon is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    GA Endoscopy Center LLC

    1429 N Mount Auburn Rd, 
    Cape Girardeau, MO 
     (6.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dean Edwards is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Dr. Edwards is rated as an Advanced 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 Benign Esophageal Stricture, Lower Esophageal Ring, Hiatal Hernia, and Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    GA Endoscopy Center LLC

    1429 N Mount Auburn Rd, 
    Cape Girardeau, MO 
     (6.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Timothy Edwards is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Dr. Edwards is rated as an Advanced 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 Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, and Swallowing Difficulty.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Cape Gastroenterology Specialists

    28 S Mount Auburn Rd, 
    Cape Girardeau, MO 
     (7.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Wilfred Lee is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Dr. Lee is rated as an Advanced 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 Adenomatous Polyposis, Barrett Esophagus, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Lee is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Cape Gastroenterology Specialists

    28 S Mount Auburn Rd, 
    Cape Girardeau, MO 
     (7.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kimberly Phillips is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Dr. Phillips is rated as an Advanced 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 Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Gastric Dysmotility, and Morning Sickness.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Saint Francis Medical Center

    211 Saint Francis Dr, 
    Cape Girardeau, MO 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Coleman is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Coleman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, and Swallowing Difficulty.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    GA Endoscopy Center LLC

    1429 N Mount Auburn Rd, 
    Cape Girardeau, MO 
     (6.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Horace Schneider is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Dr. Schneider is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His clinical expertise encompasses Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Crohn's Disease, and Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.

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

    Landmark Hospital Of Cape Girardeau

    3255 Independence St, 
    Cape Girardeau, MO 
     (7.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Venu Chirunomula is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Dr. Chirunomula 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 Necrosis, Thrombophlebitis, Acute Kidney Failure, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Cape Gastroenterology Specialists

    28 S Mount Auburn Rd, 
    Cape Girardeau, MO 
     (7.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ronald Angles is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Dr. Angles is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Angles is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Regional Primary Care Inc.

    150 S Mount Auburn Rd Ste 418, 
    Cape Girardeau, MO 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Kasten is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Dr. Kasten 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 Low Potassium Level, Gitelman Syndrome, Alzheimer's Disease, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

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

    Regional Primary Care Inc.

    150 S Mount Auburn Rd Ste 418, 
    Cape Girardeau, MO 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ira Taylor is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Dr. Taylor 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 Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Postmenopausal Osteoporosis. Dr. Taylor is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Regional Primary Care Inc.

    150 S Mount Auburn Rd Ste 418, 
    Cape Girardeau, MO 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sidney Griffith is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Dr. Griffith 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 Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Griffith is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Regional Primary Care Inc.

    150 S Mount Auburn Rd Ste 418, 
    Cape Girardeau, MO 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John Earnhart is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Dr. Earnhart 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 Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young. Dr. Earnhart is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Saint Francis Medical Center

    211 Saint Francis Dr, 
    Cape Girardeau, MO 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Shahid Elahi is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Dr. Elahi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Sepsis, Peptic Ulcer, Hip Replacement, and Endoscopy. Dr. Elahi is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Saint Francis Medical Center

    211 Saint Francis Dr, 
    Cape Girardeau, MO 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John Bauer is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Dr. Bauer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Bauer is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Office

    3129 Blattner Dr, 
    Cape Girardeau, MO 
     (8.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    James Palen is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Dr. Palen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypothyroidism, Lung Metastases, Obesity in Children, Endoscopy, and Vertebroplasty. Dr. Palen is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    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 jackson, 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 jackson, 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 jackson, 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 jackson, 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 jackson, 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 jackson, 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 jackson, 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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