The 20 Best Swallowing Difficulty Doctors Near Me in Norwalk, OH

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 26 doctor with experience in Swallowing Difficulty near Norwalk, OH. Of these, 23 are Experienced and 3 are Advanced.

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

    Northern Ohio Family Practice

    257 Benedict Ave Building C Suite 1, 
    Norwalk, OH 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amy Browne is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Norwalk, Ohio. Dr. Browne is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sciatica, Chronic Cough, Scoliosis, and Vertigo.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Eric R Schmidt MD And Jayne A Minier MD Inc

    278 Benedict Ave Ste 800, 
    Norwalk, OH 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Muhammad Sarmini is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Norwalk, Ohio. Dr. Sarmini is rated as an Advanced 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 Lactose Intolerance, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Swallowing Difficulty, and Painful Swallowing.

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

    County Of Huron Office Of Auditor

    28 Executive Dr, 
    Norwalk, OH 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Gottfried is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Norwalk, Ohio. Dr. Gottfried is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His clinical expertise encompasses Tracheitis, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Gerstmann Syndrome, and Chronic Cough.

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

    Norwalk Family Practice Inc.

    44 Executive Dr, 
    Norwalk, OH 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ralph May is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Norwalk, Ohio. Dr. May is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His clinical expertise encompasses Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Sciatica, Scoliosis, and Chronic Cough.

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

    Norwalk Family Practice Inc.

    44 Executive Dr, 
    Norwalk, OH 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jennifer Allsop is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Norwalk, Ohio. Dr. Allsop is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, Pediatric Myocarditis, and Hypertensive Heart Disease.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    282 Benedict Ave, Suite D, 
    Norwalk, OH 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alfred Kafity is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Norwalk, Ohio. Dr. Kafity is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Morning Sickness, Colitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine

    Firelands Reg Med Ctr-Main

    703 Tyler St Ste 151, 
    Sandusky, OH 
     (14.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lawrence Mccormack is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Sandusky, Ohio. Dr. Mccormack is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Firelands Health Gastroenterology

    703 Tyler St Ste 151, 
    Sandusky, OH 
     (14.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Catherine Ly is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Sandusky, Ohio. Dr. Ly is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. She is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

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

    Mercy Health — Willard Primary Care

    1100 Neal Zick Road, 
    Willard, OH 
     (14.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jessica Yonley is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Willard, Ohio. Dr. Yonley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Vertigo, and Hypothyroidism. Dr. Yonley is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Family Physicians. Dr. Yonley is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty

    Fisher Titus Wakeman Health Center

    24 Hyde St, 
    Wakeman, OH 
     (10.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christina Canfield is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Wakeman, Ohio. Dr. Canfield is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. She is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypertensive Heart Disease, Renovascular Hypertension, Pediatric Myocarditis, and Enlarged Liver.

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

    Firelands Physician Group-Huron

    300 Williams St, 
    Huron, OH 
     (11.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Williamson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Huron, Ohio. Dr. Williamson 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 Renovascular Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

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

    Buckeye Medical Inc.

    1265 W Main St Ste A, 
    Bellevue, OH 
     (12.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Douglas Hoy is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bellevue, Ohio. Dr. Hoy 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 Idiopathic Edema, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Tracheitis, Ureteroscopy, and Endoscopy.

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

    Firelands Physician Group-Ball Medical Clinic

    1255 W Main St Ste A, 
    Bellevue, OH 
     (12.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Benjamin Ball is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bellevue, Ohio. Dr. Ball is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST), and Tracheitis.

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

    Ohio Veterans Home

    3416 Columbus Ave, 
    Sandusky, OH 
     (12.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Ramey is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Sandusky, Ohio. Dr. Ramey 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 Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Ataxia-Telangiectasia.

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

    Ohio Veterans Home

    3416 Columbus Ave, 
    Sandusky, OH 
     (12.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christine Samsa is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Sandusky, Ohio. Dr. Samsa 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 Dementia, Ataxia-Telangiectasia, Alzheimer's Disease, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Hernia Surgery.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology

    Office

    2800 Hayes Ave Bldg F, 
    Sandusky, OH 
     (13.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Benjamin Murcek is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Sandusky, Ohio. Dr. Murcek is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hyperparathyroidism, Parathyroid Adenoma, Parathyroid Cancer, Salivary Duct Stones, and Laryngectomy.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    General Surgery

    Office

    2800 Hayes Ave Bldg F, 
    Sandusky, OH 
     (13.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hilary Timmis is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Sandusky, Ohio. Dr. Timmis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thyroid Nodule, Ruptured Eardrum, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), and Perichondritis.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology

    Office

    2800 Hayes Ave Bldg F, 
    Sandusky, OH 
     (13.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Biedenbach is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Sandusky, Ohio. Dr. Biedenbach 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 Thyroid Nodule, Infant Hearing Loss, Nasal Polyps, Otitis, and Laryngectomy.

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

    Firelands Sandusky Healthcare Center

    2520 Columbus Ave, 
    Sandusky, OH 
     (13.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Karl Oberer is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Sandusky, Ohio. Dr. Oberer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sitosterolemia, High Cholesterol, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Xanthoma.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Firelands Health Gastroenterology

    703 Tyler St Ste 151, 
    Sandusky, OH 
     (14.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Cameron Ditty is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Sandusky, Ohio. Dr. Ditty 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 Hemorrhoids, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Hiatal Hernia, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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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 Norwalk, 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 Norwalk, 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 Norwalk, 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 Norwalk, 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 Norwalk, 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 Norwalk, 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 Norwalk, 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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