The 20 Best Swallowing Difficulty Doctors Near Me in Jersey City, NJ

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 1181 doctor with experience in Swallowing Difficulty near Jersey City, NJ. Of these, 1023 are Experienced, 139 are Advanced, 17 are Distinguished and 2 are Elite.

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    Elite in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Elite in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    ColumbiaDoctors - Midtown

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

    David Katzka is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Katzka is rated as an Elite 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 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 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniela Jodorkovsky is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Jodorkovsky is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. She is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Swallowing Difficulty, Achalasia, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Vanguard Gastroenterology And Primary Care At Broadway

    233 Broadway, Suite 2750, 
    New York, NY 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Inessa Khaykis is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Khaykis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. She is also highly rated in 41 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Indigestion, Gastric Dysmotility, Diarrhea, and Endoscopy. Dr. Khaykis is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology.

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    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology
    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology

    New York Eye And Ear Infirmary Of Mount Sinai

    310 E 14th St Fl 6, 
    New York, NY 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Matthew Mori is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Mori is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spasmodic Dysphonia, Vocal Cord Dysfunction, Perichondritis, and Swallowing Difficulty. Dr. Mori is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Vanguard Gastroenterology And Primary Care At 31st Street

    36 East 31st Street, Suite 701, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jonathan Cohen is a graduate of Harvard College and Harvard Medical School. He completed his residency at Beth Israel Hospital in Boston, and fellowships in gastroenterology at UCLA, and advanced endoscopy at The Wellesley Hospital in Toronto, Canada. Dr. Cohen was Clinical Professor of Medicine at NYU School of Medicine since 2006, joining the full-time faculty as a Professor of Medicine at Northwell/Hofstra in 2024. He has worked as gastroenterologist and performed general and advanced endoscopy at Northwell Vanguard Gastroenterology with expertise in ERCP, colonoscopy, endoscopic resection of large polyps, ablation of tumors and Barrett's esophagus, weight management and endoscopic bariatric therapy. For each of the past 24 years, he has been named to the Castle Connolly Best Doctors list.Dr. Cohen the current Treasurer of the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy [ASGE] and will be the organization's President in 2027-8. He served as past Chairman of the ASGE Training Committee and the Quality Assurance in Endoscopy Committee. He is also the current Director of the Program for Endoscopic Teachers of the World Endoscopy Organization. Dr. Cohen served as President of the New York Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy in 2004. Dr. Cohen has authored numerous articles and has made many presentations at scientific meetings both in the U.S and abroad. He has edited three textbooks in his field: Successful Training in Endoscopy Endoscopy Past Present and Future: NYSGE at 50and Comprehensive Atlas of High-Resolution Endoscopy and Narrowband Imaging, a volume which has been translated into 4 languages and sold worldwide. Dr. Cohen is recognized by his colleagues around the world as an expert on quality indicators in gastroenterology, as well as simulator training and advanced imaging technologies in the early diagnosis of GI cancers. A sought after national and international lecturer, Dr. Cohen has also directed over 50 training courses in his fields of expertise to groups of doctors in many countries and throughout North America. He currently serves as Director of Innovation and Sustainability in the Northwell GI service line. Dr. Cohen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 40 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Cronkhite-Canada Disease, and Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome. Dr. Cohen is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology.

    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    General Surgery

    NYU Langone Otolaryngology Associates-41ST Street

    222 E 41st St Fl 8, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Milan Amin is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Amin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spasmodic Dysphonia, Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis, Vocal Cord Dysfunction, Endoscopy, and Laryngectomy.

    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology
    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology

    Executive Medical Services PC

    18 E 48th St Fl 2, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jonathan Aviv is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Aviv is rated as a Distinguished 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 Palatal Myoclonus, Nonallergic Rhinopathy, Ozena, and Trachoma.

    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology
    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology
    233 East 69th Street, Suite 1D, 
    New York, NY 
     (5.4 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. He is also highly rated in 41 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss, Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Swallowing Difficulty, and Thyroidectomy. Dr. Shemen is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Vanguard Gastroenterology And Primary Care At Broadway

    233 Broadway, Suite 2750, 
    New York, NY 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nancy Chung is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Chung 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 Bacterial Gastroenteritis, Gastric Dysmotility, Small Bowel Bacterial Overgrowth, Gas Bloat Syndrome, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Chung is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Vanguard Gastroenterology And Primary Care At Broadway

    233 Broadway, Suite 2750, 
    New York, NY 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nooshin Hosseini is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Hosseini is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Bacterial Gastroenteritis, Gas Bloat Syndrome, and Helicobacter Pylori Infection. Dr. Hosseini is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology, and Institution Not Present.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology

    Bergen Hudson ENT

    142 Palisade Avenue, Suite 207, 
    Jersey City, NJ 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Babak Behin is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Jersey City, New Jersey. Dr. Behin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Infant Hearing Loss, Nasal Septal Hematoma, Low Nasal Bridge, Tinnitus, and Laryngectomy. Dr. Behin is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery.

    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology
    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology

    Raymond L. Yung MD PC

    217 Grand St Ste 6, 
    New York, NY 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Raymond Yung is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Yung is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss, Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome, Tinnitus, and DFNB1.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    200 West 13th Street, Floor 4, 
    New York, NY 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Franklin Kasmin is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Kasmin 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 Jaundice, Choledocholithiasis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners At Greenwich Village, 2nd Floor

    7 7th Avenue, 2nd Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French

    Dr. Finley focuses on recently developed minimally invasive surgical approaches that offer the patient a minimum of downtime and a rapid return to their usual life. Dr. Finley has extensive experience in the treatment of nasal and sinus disease and has a special interest in sinus headache. Dr. Finley was one of the first surgeons in New York City to become trained and use the new ENT-specific Medrobotics robotic surgical system. Dr. Finley treats all ages and offers a wide range of ENT services ranging from cosmetic Botox injection to complex surgeries. Dr. Finley also has a special interest in surgery for snoring and sleep apnea and works closely with the state-of-the-art Center for Sleep Medicine that recently opened at Lenox Hill hospital. Dr. Finley has several active research studies related to the treatment of laryngopharyngeal reflux disease (acid reflux to the throat) and offers placement of the innovative Restech device for assessment of this condition.Dr. Finley attended undergraduate at Duke University, went to medical school at Emory University, and completed his training in otolaryngology at Naval Medical Center San Diego. While in the Navy, Dr. Finley was president of the medical staff and sat on the board of directors for a large medical organization for many years. Dr. Finley is a board certified fellow of the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery and a diplomat of the American Board of Otolaryngology. He speaks English and French. Dr. Finley is rated as an Experienced 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 Autonomic Neuropathy, Infant Hearing Loss, Hyperventilation, and Familial Deafness.

    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology
    Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology

    Head Neck And Thyroid Institute

    10 Union Sq E Frnt 5, 
    New York, NY 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Urken is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Urken is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 52 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thyroid Cancer, Tongue Cancer, Throat Cancer, Laryngectomy, and Thyroidectomy. Dr. Urken is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Northwell Health Concorde Gastroenterology And Rheumatology At East 30th Street

    232 East 30th Street, Main Level, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Luis Barraza is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Barraza is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis, Ascites, Portal Hypertension, and Gas Bloat Syndrome.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Northwell Health Concorde Gastroenterology And Rheumatology At East 30th Street

    232 East 30th Street, Main Level, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Ackert is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Ackert is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Diverticular Disease, Tenesmus, and Gastritis. Dr. Ackert is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners New York Otolaryngology Group At Murray Hill

    36 E 36th St, Suites 101 & 200, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Lane Krevitt is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Krevitt 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 Mikulicz Disease, Hearing Loss, Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder, and Infant Hearing Loss. Dr. Krevitt is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners New York Otolaryngology Group At Murray Hill

    36 E 36th St, Suites 101 & 200, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Romanian, Spanish

    Scott Gold is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Gold is rated as an Experienced 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 Familial Deafness, Infant Hearing Loss, Empyema, and Sinusitis. Dr. Gold is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology | Internal Medicine

    Vanguard Gastroenterology And Primary Care At 31st Street

    36 East 31st Street, Suite 701, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Edward Brettholz is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Brettholz 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 Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Tenesmus, and Esophagitis. Dr. Brettholz is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology.

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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 Jersey City, 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 Jersey City, 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 Jersey City, 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 Jersey City, 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 Jersey City, 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 Jersey City, 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 Jersey City, 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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