The 20 Best Swallowing Difficulty Doctors Near Me in amherst, NY

Find the Top Swallowing Difficulty Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 93 doctor with experience in Swallowing Difficulty near amherst, NY. Of these, 90 are Experienced, 2 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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93 providers found
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    295 Essjay Rd, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Eric Waffner is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Waffner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His clinical expertise encompasses Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, Brachial Plexopathy, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Hypertension. Dr. Waffner is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Associated Physicians Of WNY

    1616 Kensington Ave, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jacqueline Heim is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Heim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. She is also highly rated in 57 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Necrosis, Lung Metastases, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Heim is currently accepting new patients.

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

    University Nuclear Medicine Inc

    1616 Kensington Ave, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Andrew Warner is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Warner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertensive Heart Disease, Enlarged Liver, Pediatric Myocarditis, and Sitosterolemia. Dr. Warner is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Kaleida Health

    1540 Maple Rd, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ahmad Kadhim is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Kadhim is rated as an Advanced 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 Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Achalasia, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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

    Top Health Associates LLC

    5792 Main St, 
    Williamsville, NY 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Zerline Tiu-Snyderman is a Geriatrics provider practicing medicine in Williamsville, New York. Dr. Tiu-Snyderman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her clinical expertise encompasses Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), and Alzheimer's Disease.

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

    Office

    325 Essjay Rd, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Alok Gupta is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Gupta 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 Esophagitis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Colitis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

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

    Office

    325 Essjay Rd, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Piscatelli is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Piscatelli 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 Visceromegaly, Enlarged Liver, Primary Biliary Cholangitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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

    Office

    325 Essjay Rd, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Min Yang is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Yang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. She is also highly rated in 94 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Acute Arterial Occlusion of Kidney, Pancreatic Islet Cell Tumor, Sepsis, Stent Placement, and Nerve Decompression.

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

    Office

    325 Essjay Rd, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Vikas Singla is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Singla 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 Ascites, Jaundice, Hepatorenal Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Liver Transplant.

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

    Western New York Retina PLLC

    5225 Sheridan Dr, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    James Corasanti is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Corasanti is rated as an Experienced 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 Mallory-Weiss Syndrome, Choledocholithiasis, Hepatitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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

    Western New York Retina PLLC

    5225 Sheridan Dr, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Matthew Hudson is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Hudson 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 Diverticular Disease, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Bile Duct Obstruction, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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

    Office

    60 Maple Rd # 1, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ognian Pomakov is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Pomakov 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 Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Bile Duct Obstruction, Watermelon Stomach, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

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

    Highgate Medical Group PC

    6255 Sheridan Dr Ste 200, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Dlugosz is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Dlugosz is rated as an Experienced 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 Properdin Deficiency, Glutamate Decarboxylase Deficiency, Hyperphenylalaninemia Due to Dehydratase Deficiency, and Hereditary Angioedema.

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

    Office

    1150 Youngs Rd Ste 104, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stacey Gugino is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Gugino 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 Anemia, Dehydration, COVID-19, and Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C).

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

    Office

    60 Maple Rd # 1, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Benjamin Schaus is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Schaus is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His clinical expertise encompasses Indigestion, Heartburn, Barrett Esophagus, and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).

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

    Office

    60 Maple Rd # 1, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Kaplan is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Kaplan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His clinical expertise encompasses Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, and Diverticular Disease.

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

    Adult Medical Services PC

    6645 Main St Ste A, 
    Williamsville, NY 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sameer Mamnoon is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Williamsville, New York. Dr. Mamnoon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Obesity, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), and Trigeminal Neuralgia.

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

    Office

    111 N Maplemere Rd Ste 200, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark St Marie is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Buffalo, New York. Dr. St Marie 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 Celiac Disease, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Esophagitis, and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).

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

    Office

    705 Maple Rd Ste 500, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Richard Charles is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Charles is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diabetic Neuropathy, Diabetic Nephropathy, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), and Obesity in Children.

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

    Office

    60 Maple Rd # 1, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Peter Bloom is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Bloom is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His clinical expertise encompasses Esophagitis, Barrett Esophagus, Heartburn, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

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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 amherst, NY?

    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 amherst, NY?

    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 amherst, NY?

    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 amherst, NY?

    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 amherst, NY?

    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 amherst, NY?

    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 amherst, NY?

    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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