The 20 Best Swallowing Difficulty Doctors Near Me in Elizabeth, NJ

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The 20 Best Swallowing Difficulty Doctors near Elizabeth, NJ

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 726 doctor with experience in Swallowing Difficulty near Elizabeth, NJ. Of these, 622 are Experienced, 90 are Advanced, 12 are Distinguished and 2 are Elite.

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    Dhanasekaran Ramasamy
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Center For Digestive Diseases, PA

    695 Chestnut Street, 
    Union, NJ 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dhanasekaran Ramasamy is a Gastroenterologist in Union, New Jersey. Dr. Ramasamy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Ramasamy is currently accepting new patients.

    Sujala Chirla
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Center For Digestive Diseases

    695 Chestnut Street, 
    Union, NJ 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sujala Chirla is a Gastroenterologist in Union, New Jersey. Dr. Chirla has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Childhood Volvulus, Portal Hypertension, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Chirla is currently accepting new patients.

    Josephine Caggia
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Family Medicine

    Roselle Park Medical Associates

    744 Galloping Hill Road, 
    Roselle Park, NJ 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Italian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Josephine Caggia is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Roselle Park, New Jersey. Dr. Caggia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Dementia, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Caggia is currently accepting new patients.

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    Robert B. Solomon
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine | Geriatrics
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine | Geriatrics

    Roselle Park Medical Associates

    744 Galloping Hill Road, 
    Roselle Park, NJ 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Solomon is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine and Geriatrics in Roselle Park, New Jersey. Dr. Solomon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Alzheimer's Disease. Dr. Solomon is currently accepting new patients.

    Steven A. Eisenstat
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Family Medicine | Geriatrics
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Family Medicine | Geriatrics

    Atlantic Medical Group Primary Care At Union

    1000 Galloping Hill Road, Suite 108, 
    Union, NJ 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Eisenstat has been practicing family and geriatric medicine in Union since 1986. He is experienced in the diagnosis and management of adult diseases including hypertension, diabetes, lipid disorders, dementia and preventive medicine, and is board-certified in family and geriatric medicine. He received his bachelor of science degree in pharmacy from the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and his medical degree is from the Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine. He is medical director of Cornell Hall Convalescent Center in Union and has been assistant clinical professor at Rowan School of Osteopathic Medicine and New York College of Osteopathic Medicine. He has been named “Top Doctor” by Castle Connolly for 15 years in the New York Metro Area in New York Magazine, Inside New Jersey, New Jersey Savvy Magazine and Consumers Magazine. Dr. Eisenstat is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Coronary Heart Disease, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, and Hypertension.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty

    Center For Digestive Diseases

    695 Chestnut Street, 
    Union, NJ 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Geethan Sivananthan is a Gastroenterologist in Union, New Jersey. Dr. Sivananthan has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Macroamylasemia, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Sivananthan is currently accepting new patients.

    Michael L. Margolin
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Associates In Gastroenterology Of Union County PA

    210 North Avenue East, 
    Cranford, NJ 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Margolin is a Gastroenterologist in Cranford, New Jersey. Dr. Margolin has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Crohn's Disease, Lactose Intolerance, and Diarrhea. Dr. Margolin is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    360 Edison Street, 
    Staten Island, NY 
     (8.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Megna is a Gastroenterologist in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Megna is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Barrett Esophagus, Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Elite in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Elite in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    ColumbiaDoctors - Midtown

    51 W 51st St Ste 360, 
    New York, NY 
     (13.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Katzka is a Gastroenterologist in New York, New York. Dr. Katzka is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Esophagitis, Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Barrett Esophagus, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Elite in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Elite in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Manhattan Diagnostic Laboratory

    425 W 59th St, 
    New York, NY 
     (13.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniela Jodorkovsky is a Gastroenterologist in New York, New York. Dr. Jodorkovsky is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Swallowing Difficulty, Achalasia, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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

    Office

    240 Williamson St Ste 306, 
    Elizabeth, NJ 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Khimani Karim is an Internal Medicine provider in Elizabeth, New Jersey. Dr. Karim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Vitamin B12 Deficiency, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Endoscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Karim is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology | Oncology | Geriatrics
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology | Oncology | Geriatrics

    Pradeep S Mahal MD

    1308 Morris Avenue, Suite 202, 
    Union, NJ 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Pradeep Mahal is an Oncologist and a Gastroenterologist in Union, New Jersey. Dr. Mahal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Cronkhite-Canada Disease, Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Mahal is currently accepting new patients.

    Claire N. Grigaux
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine

    Developmental Disabilities

    1000 Galloping Hill Road, 
    Union, NJ 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Claire Grigaux is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Union, New Jersey. Dr. Grigaux is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, Painful Swallowing, and Swallowing Difficulty. Dr. Grigaux is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Robert Wood Johnson Medical Associates At Hamilton PA

    328 W Saint Georges Ave, 
    Linden, NJ 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rajesh Dhirmalani is a Gastroenterologist in Linden, New Jersey. Dr. Dhirmalani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Menetrier Disease, Heartburn, Gardner Syndrome, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, and Gastrectomy.

    Sherif A. Andrawes
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Gastroenterology At Hylan Boulevard

    4106 Hylan Boulevard, Second Floor, 
    Staten Island, NY 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Andrawes currently serves as Director of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, and Director of the Advanced Therapeutic Endoscopy Fellowship program at Staten Island University Hospital. His commitment to patient care and education is exceptional, as demonstrated by his dedication to training medical students, residents, GI fellows, and advanced endoscopy fellows. He holds regional and national recognition for his expertise in advanced therapeutic and interventional endoscopy, regularly presenting at national meetings and contributing to national gastroenterology societies. Following his advanced endoscopy fellowship under Dr. Gregory Haber at Lenox Hill Hospital in 2014, Dr. Andrawes joined Staten Island University Hospital. Within two years, he earned a strong regional reputation for managing complex endoscopic cases, leading to his appointment as Director of Endoscopy. Dr. Andrawes introduced a range of advanced procedures to Staten Island, including complex endoscopic mucosal resection, endoscopic submucosal dissection, endoscopic management of gallbladder disease, endoscopic drainage of pancreatic necrosis, peroral endoscopic myotomy, endoscopic suturing (including bariatric revisions), and closure of fistulas and perforations. He is among a select group of gastroenterologists proficient in these advanced techniques. In 2019, he established the advanced therapeutic endoscopy fellowship, which has graduated four fellows to date and is fully subscribed through 2025. As a dedicated educator and key clinical faculty member for the GI fellowship program, Dr. Andrawes consistently receives exemplary evaluations from trainees. He has successfully recruited two highly skilled advanced endoscopists, further enhancing the nationally recognized GI division. Dr. Andrawes thought leadership is evident in his research presentations at national meetings and his consistent promotion of scholarly activity among colleagues and fellows. He is frequently invited to serve as faculty at national advanced endoscopy courses. A distinguished leader in education, research, and clinical care, Dr. Andrawes has a strong regional and national reputation. Recognized by his peers as a trusted expert in complex endoscopic procedures, he is a recipient of the Top Doctors Award for New York. He has cultivated a highly skilled team that shares his vision and commitment to providing optimal patient outcomes. Dr. Andrawes is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Gallstones, Acute Pancreatitis, Gallbladder Disease, Endoscopy, and Gallbladder Removal.

    Larry J. Shemen
    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology
    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology
    233 East 69th Street, Suite 1D, 
    New York, NY 
     (15.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    I strive to provide the best and most current techniques in head and neck surgery. Following my training at the University of Toronto, Cedars Sinai in Los Angeles and Sloan Kettering here in NY, I was appointed as Residency Director at Manhattan Eye Ear Throat Hospital. Since 1987, I have been in private practice in Manhattan and Queens, where I am the Chief of the Head and Neck Service. I have had over 30 years of experience dealing with tumors in this region.My interests include thyroid and parathyroid surgery, salivary gland surgery, cancers of the oral cavity and larynx and the treatment of sinusitis. Nerve monitoring during complex surgery is frequently utilized.This is a solo practice so all patients are seen and treated by myself, both in the office and in the operating room. Dr. Shemen is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss, Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Painful Swallowing, and Thyroidectomy.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    240 Williamson St Ste 401, 
    Elizabeth, NJ 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Viksjo Michael is a Gastroenterologist in Elizabeth, New Jersey. Dr. Michael is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Heartburn, Menetrier Disease, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Michael is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    240 Williamson St Ste 507, 
    Elizabeth, NJ 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Arun Naik is a Gastroenterologist in Elizabeth, New Jersey. Dr. Naik is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Menetrier Disease, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gastrostomy, and Gastrectomy.

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

    Roselle Park Medical Associates

    744 Galloping Hill Rd Ste 4, 
    Roselle Park, NJ 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michele Morandi is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Roselle Park, New Jersey. Dr. Morandi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Dysgraphia, Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, and Decorticate Posture.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    201 Lyons Ave, 
    Newark, NJ 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Cabaleiro Renee is a Gastroenterologist in Newark, New Jersey. Dr. Renee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Diverticular Disease, Gastritis, Gastrostomy, and Gastrectomy.

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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 Elizabeth, NJ?

    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 Elizabeth, NJ?

    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 Elizabeth, NJ?

    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 Elizabeth, NJ?

    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 Elizabeth, NJ?

    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 Elizabeth, NJ?

    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 Elizabeth, NJ?

    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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