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    MediFind found 149 doctor with experience in Swallowing Difficulty near Dayton, OH. Of these, 112 are Experienced, 29 are Advanced and 8 are Distinguished.

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    149 providers found
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      1110 Oakwood Ave, 
      Oakwood, OH 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Bonnie Lazor is a Geriatrics provider in Oakwood, Ohio. Dr. Lazor is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Dementia, Anemia, Vascular Dementia, and Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF).

      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      999 Brubaker Dr, 
      Kettering, OH 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Tristan Handler is a Gastroenterologist in Kettering, Ohio. Dr. Handler is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Barrett Esophagus, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Painful Swallowing, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

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      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      999 Brubaker Dr, 
      Kettering, OH 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Kanan Sharma is a Gastroenterologist in Kettering, Ohio. Dr. Sharma is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      999 Brubaker Dr, 
      Kettering, OH 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Urmee Siraj is a Gastroenterologist in Kettering, Ohio. Dr. Siraj is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Diarrhea, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      Dayton Gastroenterology, LLC

      75 Sylvania Dr, 
      Dayton, OH 
       (6.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      David Romeo is a Gastroenterologist in Dayton, Ohio. Dr. Romeo is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      Dayton Gastroenterology, LLC

      75 Sylvania Dr, 
      Dayton, OH 
       (6.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Benjamin Wheeler is a Gastroenterologist in Dayton, Ohio. Dr. Wheeler is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Crohn's Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      Dayton Gastroenterology, LLC

      75 Sylvania Dr, 
      Dayton, OH 
       (6.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Ben Thomas is a Gastroenterologist in Dayton, Ohio. Dr. Thomas is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Crohn's Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      Dayton Gastroenterology, LLC

      75 Sylvania Dr, 
      Dayton, OH 
       (6.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Diklar Makola is a Gastroenterologist in Dayton, Ohio. Dr. Makola is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Intestinal Cancer, Colitis, Esophagitis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      75 Sylvania Dr, 
      Beavercreek, OH 
       (6.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Aaron Knoll is a Gastroenterologist in Beavercreek, Ohio. Dr. Knoll is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Eosinophilic Colitis, Ulcerative Colitis, Painful Swallowing, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      4340 Clyo Rd, Suite 200, 
      Dayton, OH 
       (8.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Bikram Verma is a Gastroenterologist in Dayton, Ohio. Dr. Verma is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Barrett Esophagus, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, and Lower Esophageal Ring.

      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      4340 Clyo Rd, Suite 200, 
      Dayton, OH 
       (8.9 miles away)
      Experience:
      43+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Malay Dey is a Gastroenterologist in Dayton, Ohio. Dr. Dey has been practicing medicine for over 43 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Barrett Esophagus, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, and Gastrectomy.

      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      4340 Clyo Rd, Suite 200, 
      Dayton, OH 
       (8.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Salma Akram is a Gastroenterologist in Dayton, Ohio. Dr. Akram is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Diarrhea, Painful Swallowing, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Swallowing Difficulty, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Internal Medicine
      425 W Grand Ave Ste 2002, 
      Dayton, OH 
       (0.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      David Zapf is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Dayton, Ohio. Dr. Zapf is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Peptic Ulcer, Acute Kidney Failure, Jaundice, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Zapf is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      Kettering Independent Medical Group Inc

      425 W Grand Ave, Suite 2002, 
      Dayton, OH 
       (0.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Leroy Odom is a Gastroenterologist in Dayton, Ohio. Dr. Odom is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Esophagitis, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Odom is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Family Medicine | Geriatrics
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Family Medicine | Geriatrics

      Sinclair Physician Services, LLC

      1 Wyoming St, 
      Dayton, OH 
       (1.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Kamal Yoakim is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine and Geriatrics in Dayton, Ohio. Dr. Yoakim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, Gastrointestinal Perforation, and Endoscopy. Dr. Yoakim is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology

      Southwest Ohio Ent Specialists Inc

      1222 S Patterson Blvd, Suite 400, 
      Dayton, OH 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Matthew Garrett is an Otolaryngologist in Dayton, Ohio. Dr. Garrett is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Parathyroid Adenoma, Parathyroid Cancer, Hyperparathyroidism, Thyroidectomy, and Parathyroidectomy. Dr. Garrett is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty

      Southwest Ohio Ent Specialists Inc

      1222 S Patterson Blvd, Suite 400, 
      Dayton, OH 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Christopher Collins is an Otolaryngologist in Dayton, Ohio. Dr. Collins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Jones Syndrome, and Sialadenitis. Dr. Collins is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology

      Southwest Ohio Ent Specialists Inc

      1222 S Patterson Blvd, Suite 400, 
      Dayton, OH 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Adan Fuentes is an Otolaryngologist in Dayton, Ohio. Dr. Fuentes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, Sinusitis, DFNB1, Laryngectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Fuentes is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology

      Southwest Ohio Ent Specialists Inc

      1222 S Patterson Blvd, Suite 400, 
      Dayton, OH 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Stefanie Horne is an Otolaryngologist in Dayton, Ohio. Dr. Horne is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma, Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands, Salivary Gland Tumors, Laryngectomy, and Myringotomy. Dr. Horne is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology

      Southwest Ohio Ent Specialists Inc

      1222 S Patterson Blvd, Suite 400, 
      Dayton, OH 
       (1.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Joshua Godsey is an Otolaryngologist in Dayton, Ohio. Dr. Godsey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Mal De Debarquement Syndrome, Thyroid Nodule, Autonomic Neuropathy, and Hyperventilation. Dr. Godsey 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 Dayton, OH?

      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 Dayton, OH?

      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 Dayton, OH?

      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 Dayton, OH?

      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 Dayton, OH?

      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 Dayton, OH?

      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 Dayton, OH?

      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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