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    MediFind found 2175 doctor with experience in Swallowing Difficulty near Pennsylvania, US. Of these, 1769 are Experienced, 359 are Advanced and 34 are Distinguished.

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    2,175 providers found
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology

      Jefferson University Physicians

      925 Chestnut St, Mezzanine, 
      Philadelphia, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Mauritis Boon is an Otolaryngologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Boon is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Vocal Cord Dysfunction, and Laryngectomy.

      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology

      University Of Penn-Medical Group

      3400 Spruce St, 
      Philadelphia, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Kevin Leahy is an Otolaryngologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Leahy is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Laryngeal Nerve Damage, Tracheobronchomalacia, Acquired Tracheomalacia, Laryngectomy, and Gastrostomy.

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      Roger J. Levin
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology

      Associated Otolaryngologists Of Pennsylvania

      34 Northeast Drive, 
      Hershey, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Roger Levin is an Otolaryngologist in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Dr. Levin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands, Salivary Gland Tumors, Renal Oncocytoma, Gastrostomy, and Laryngectomy.

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      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology

      Jefferson University Physicians

      925 Chestnut St, Fl 6, 
      Philadelphia, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Joseph Curry is an Otolaryngologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Curry is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), Salivary Duct Stones, Throat Cancer, Laryngectomy, and Gastrostomy.

      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology

      Temple Faculty Practice Plan Inc

      1077 Rydal Rd, 
      Meadowbrook, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Ahmed Soliman is an Otolaryngologist in Meadowbrook, Pennsylvania. Dr. Soliman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Plaque Psoriasis, Laryngeal Nerve Damage, Perichondritis, Laryngectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Soliman is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology

      Jefferson University Physicians

      925 Chestnut St, Fl 6, 
      Philadelphia, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Adam Luginbuhl is an Otolaryngologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Luginbuhl is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), Laryngeal Cancer, Throat Cancer, Laryngectomy, and Gastrostomy.

      Joseph R. Spiegel
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology

      Jefferson University Physicians

      925 Chestnut St, Fl 6, 
      Philadelphia, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Joseph Spiegel is an Otolaryngologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Spiegel is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Laryngeal Nerve Damage, Swallowing Difficulty, Spasmodic Dysphonia, Laryngectomy, and Endoscopy.

      Kenneth W. Altman
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology

      Geisinger Clinic

      100 N Academy Ave, 
      Danville, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Kenneth Altman is an Otolaryngologist in Danville, Pennsylvania. Dr. Altman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Swallowing Difficulty, Laryngeal Nerve Damage, Perichondritis, Laryngectomy, and Endoscopy.

      John J. Michel
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      Jackson Siegelbaum Gastroenterology

      423 North 21st Street, Suite 100, 
      Camp Hill, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      John Michel is a Gastroenterologist in Camp Hill, Pennsylvania. Dr. Michel is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

      Robert B. Levy
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      Carlisle Digestive Disease Associates

      241 Alexander Spring Road, 
      Carlisle, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Robert B. Levy, DO, specializes in gastroenterology. He is affiliated with UPMC Carlisle. Dr. Levy completed his fellowship and residency at Rush-Presbyterian St. Lukes Medical Center and medical degree at the University of Health Sciences. Dr. Levy is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Cirrhosis, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

      Saket Prasad
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      UPMC Digestive Health Care

      1001 East 2nd Street, 
      Coudersport, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Saket Prasad, MD, specializes in gastroenterology and is certified in internal medicine and gastroenterology by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He practices at UPMC Cole. Dr. Prasad received his medical degree from the University of Leeds. He completed his fellowship at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and residency at Our Lady of Mercy Medical Center. Dr. Prasad is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Esophagitis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Painful Swallowing, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Jonas T. Johnson
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology

      UPMC Head And Neck Survivorship Clinic

      203 Lothrop Street, Suite 300, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Dr. Jonas Johnson is a professor of otolaryngology and radiation oncology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine Department of Otolaryngology and a professor of oral and maxillofacial surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine. In addition, he has been named as a top doctor in America by Castle Connolly Medical Ltd. Dr. Johnson has received many awards for his teaching and medical accomplishments and is a past president of both the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery and the American Head and Neck Society. Dr. Johnson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), Swallowing Difficulty, Throat Cancer, Laryngectomy, and Glossectomy.

      Kirk W. Steehler
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology

      Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists Of NWPA

      1645 West 8th Street, Suite 200, 
      Erie, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Kirk Steehler is an Otolaryngologist in Erie, Pennsylvania. Dr. Steehler is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Renal Oncocytoma, Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands, Salivary Gland Tumors, Thyroidectomy, and Myringotomy.

      Ruthann I. Lipman
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology

      Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists Of NWPA

      1645 West 8th Street, Suite 200, 
      Erie, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Ruthann Lipman is an Otolaryngologist in Erie, Pennsylvania. Dr. Lipman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder, Empyema, Sinusitis, Allergic Rhinitis, and Septoplasty.

      Steven B. Chinn
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology

      University Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists At UPMC Shadyside

      5200 Centre Avenue, Suite 211, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Steven B. Chinn, MD, specializes in otolaryngology and is board-certified in otolaryngology by the American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery. He is affiliated with UPMC Mercy, UPMC Shadyside, UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, UPMC Presbyterian and UPMC East. Dr. Chinn completed his fellowship at the University of Texas, residency at the University of Michigan Medical Center and medical degree at the University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine. Dr. Chinn is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Throat Cancer, Laryngeal Cancer, Tongue Cancer, Laryngectomy, and Glossectomy.

      James P. Malone
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology

      Associated Otolaryngologists Of Pennsylvania

      34 Northeast Drive, 
      Hershey, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      James Malone is an Otolaryngologist in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Dr. Malone is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands, Salivary Gland Tumors, Renal Oncocytoma, Myringotomy, and Laryngectomy.

      Libby J. Smith
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology

      University Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists At UPMC Mercy

      1400 Locust Street, Suite 2100, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Libby Smith, DO, is a fellowship-trained laryngologist in the Department of Otolaryngology. She is the Director of the UPMC Voice Center and is a Professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. She received her medical degree from University of Health Sciences, College of Osteopathic Medicine. Following this, she completed her otolaryngology residency at Ohio University, based in Dayton, OH, followed by her fellowship at Thomas Jefferson University/Graduate Hospital in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Smith is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Spasmodic Dysphonia, Vocal Cord Dysfunction, Laryngeal Nerve Damage, Perichondritis, and Endoscopy.

      Elliott J. Bilofsky
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty

      UPMC Ear, Nose, And Throat

      9492 William Penn Highway, Suite 3, 
      Huntingdon, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Elliott Bilofsky is an Otolaryngologist in Huntingdon, Pennsylvania. Dr. Bilofsky is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Thyroid Nodule, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Laryngeal Nerve Damage, Gastrostomy, and Balloon Sinuplasty. Dr. Bilofsky is currently accepting new patients.

      Stephen E. Schell
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology

      Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists Of NWPA

      1645 West 8th Street, Suite 200, 
      Erie, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Stephen Schell is an Otolaryngologist in Erie, Pennsylvania. Dr. Schell is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Sinusitis, Empyema, Allergic Rhinitis, Laryngectomy, and Gastrostomy.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty

      Lehigh Valley Physician Group

      1210 S Cedar Crest Blvd, 
      Allentown, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Carol Miller-Schaeffer is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Dr. Miller-Schaeffer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Lung Metastases, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Hypertension.

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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 in Pennsylvania, US?

      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 in Pennsylvania, US?

      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 in Pennsylvania, US?

      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 in Pennsylvania, US?

      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 in Pennsylvania, US?

      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 in Pennsylvania, US?

      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 in Pennsylvania, US?

      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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