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    MediFind found 89 doctor with experience in Swallowing Difficulty near Elyria, OH. Of these, 63 are Experienced, 24 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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

      University Primary Care Practices Inc

      630 E River St, 
      Elyria, OH 
       (0.6 miles away)
      Experience:
      43+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Abraham Pedro is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Elyria, Ohio. Dr. Pedro has been practicing medicine for over 43 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Pedro is currently accepting new patients.

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

      University Primary Care Practices Inc

      5323 Meadow Lane Ct, 
      Sheffield Village, OH 
       (4.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Evan Rae is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Sheffield Village, Ohio. Dr. Rae is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Tracheitis, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Rae is currently accepting new patients.

      What does Elite, Distinguished, Advanced, Experienced mean?
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology

      University Hospitals Medical Group Inc

      960 Clague Rd, Suite 2420, 
      Westlake, OH 
       (13.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, French
      Accepting New Patients

      Pierre Lavertu is an Otolaryngologist in Westlake, Ohio. Dr. Lavertu is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Throat Cancer, Laryngeal Cancer, Salivary Gland Tumors, Gastrostomy, and Laryngectomy. Dr. Lavertu is currently accepting new patients.

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      James Lisi
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      Elyria Family Health Center

      303 Chestnut Commons Drive, 
      Elyria, OH 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Experience:
      40+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      James Lisi is a Gastroenterologist in Elyria, Ohio. Dr. Lisi has been practicing medicine for over 40 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

      David Hykes
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Hepatology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Hepatology

      Sheffield Family Health Center

      5334 Meadow Lane Court, 
      Sheffield Village, OH 
       (4.0 miles away)
      Experience:
      27+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      David Hykes is a Hepatologist in Sheffield Village, Ohio. Dr. Hykes has been practicing medicine for over 27 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Benign Esophageal Stricture, Lower Esophageal Ring, Acute Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

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

      University Primary Care Practices Inc

      590 N Leavitt Rd, 
      Amherst, OH 
       (6.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Bradley Barker is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Amherst, Ohio. Dr. Barker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Barker is currently accepting new patients.

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

      University Primary Care Practices Inc

      590 N Leavitt Rd, 
      Amherst, OH 
       (6.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Timothy Wagner is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Amherst, Ohio. Dr. Wagner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypothyroidism, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension. Dr. Wagner is currently accepting new patients.

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

      University Primary Care Practices Inc

      1997 Healthway Dr, 
      Avon, OH 
       (7.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Kenneth Carbone is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Avon, Ohio. Dr. Carbone is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and Cirrhosis. Dr. Carbone is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      University Primary Care Practices Inc

      630 E River St, 
      Elyria, OH 
       (0.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Saleem Chowdhry is a Gastroenterologist in Elyria, Ohio. Dr. Chowdhry is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Colitis, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Diarrhea, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      University Primary Care Practices Inc

      125 E Broad St, Suite 218, 
      Elyria, OH 
       (0.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

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

      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      University Primary Care Practices Inc

      125 E Broad St, Suite 218, 
      Elyria, OH 
       (0.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Brian Putka is a Gastroenterologist in Elyria, Ohio. Dr. Putka is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Diarrhea, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology

      University Primary Care Practices Inc

      630 E River St, 
      Elyria, OH 
       (0.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Shaun Roof is an Otolaryngologist in Elyria, Ohio. Dr. Roof is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, Empyema, Sinusitis, and Jones Syndrome. Dr. Roof is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      University Primary Care Practices Inc

      630 E River St, 
      Elyria, OH 
       (0.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Omar Sadiq is a Gastroenterologist in Elyria, Ohio. Dr. Sadiq is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Bile Duct Stricture, Cholestasis, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      University Primary Care Practices Inc

      630 E River St, 
      Elyria, OH 
       (0.6 miles away)
      Experience:
      17+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Amandeep Singh is a Gastroenterologist in Elyria, Ohio. Dr. Singh has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Malnutrition, Gallbladder Disease, Endoscopy, and Kidney Transplant.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      University Primary Care Practices Inc

      125 E Broad St, Suite 218, 
      Elyria, OH 
       (0.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Fazel Dinary is a Gastroenterologist in Elyria, Ohio. Dr. Dinary is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Esophageal Cancer, Insulinoma, Bile Duct Stricture, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology
      125 E Broad St, Suite 115, 
      Elyria, OH 
       (0.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi
      Accepting New Patients

      Govindram Mehta is an Otolaryngologist in Elyria, Ohio. Dr. Mehta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, Familial Deafness, Otitis, Myringotomy, and Laryngectomy. Dr. Mehta is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Family Medicine | General Practice
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Family Medicine | General Practice
      125 E Broad St, Suite #209, 
      Elyria, OH 
       (0.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Basavarajappa Viswanath is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine and General Practice in Elyria, Ohio. Dr. Viswanath is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Multiple Myeloma, Endoscopy, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Viswanath is currently accepting new patients.

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

      University Primary Care Practices Inc

      125 E Broad St, Suite 202, 
      Elyria, OH 
       (0.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Punjabi
      Accepting New Patients

      Harmohinder Dhillon is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Elyria, Ohio. Dr. Dhillon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Embolism, Acute Kidney Failure, Bronchiolitis Obliterans, and Industrial Bronchitis. Dr. Dhillon is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      807 West Ave, 
      Elyria, OH 
       (0.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Tamil
      Accepting New Patients

      Swarnalatha Meyyazhagan is a Geriatrics provider in Elyria, Ohio. Dr. Meyyazhagan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Vascular Dementia, Cerebellar Degeneration, Charles Bonnet Syndrome, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Meyyazhagan is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      32800 Lorain Rd Ste 2300, 
      North Ridgeville, OH 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Craig Harris is a Gastroenterologist in North Ridgeville, Ohio. Dr. Harris is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Esophagitis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Harris 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 Elyria, 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 Elyria, 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 Elyria, 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 Elyria, 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 Elyria, 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 Elyria, 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 Elyria, 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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