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    Last Updated: 10/30/2025

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    MediFind found 27 doctor with experience in Swallowing Difficulty near Gettysburg, PA. Of these, 23 are Experienced and 4 are Advanced.

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    27 providers found
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      147 N Washington St, 
      Gettysburg, PA 
       (0.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Rajesh Bajaj is a Gastroenterologist in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Dr. Bajaj is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Esophagitis, Menetrier Disease, Diverticular Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Internal Medicine
      51 W Middle St, 
      Gettysburg, PA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Susan Holland is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Dr. Holland is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Lewy Body Dementia (LBD). Dr. Holland is currently accepting new patients.

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      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      Wellspan Medical Group

      37 N 5th St, Wellspan Digestive Hlth, 
      Gettysburg, PA 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      David Speranza is a Gastroenterologist in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Dr. Speranza is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Cirrhosis, Esophagitis, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      Wellspan Medical Group

      37 N 5th St, Wellspan Digestive Hlth, 
      Gettysburg, PA 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Rajat Malik is a Gastroenterologist in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Dr. Malik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Esophagitis, Visceromegaly, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      Wellspan Medical Group

      37 N 5th St, Wellspan Digestive Hlth, 
      Gettysburg, PA 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Simon Mathews is a Gastroenterologist in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Dr. Mathews is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Lactose Intolerance, Colorectal Cancer, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      Wellspan Medical Group

      37 N 5th St, Wellspan Digestive Hlth, 
      Gettysburg, PA 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Tina Pakala is a Gastroenterologist in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Dr. Pakala is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Biliary Hypoplasia, Intestinal Cancer, Portal Hypertension, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      125 Park Ave, 
      Gettysburg, PA 
       (1.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Michael Mcglaughlin is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Dr. Mcglaughlin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Osteomyelitis, Osteomyelitis in Children, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), and Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3.

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

      Wellspan Medical Group

      40 V Twin Dr, Suite 204, 
      Gettysburg, PA 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Shubha Acharya is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Dr. Acharya is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), and Multiple Myeloma.

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

      Wellspan Medical Group

      40 V Twin Dr, Suite 204, 
      Gettysburg, PA 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Saeeda Shah is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

      Zaher Srour
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Otolaryngology

      Advanced Otolaryngology & Allergy

      864 Broadway, 
      Hanover, PA 
       (13.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Zaher Srour is an Otolaryngologist in Hanover, Pennsylvania. Dr. Srour is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Empyema, Sinusitis, and Trachoma.

      Thomas C. Keller
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Internal Medicine
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Internal Medicine

      Hillside Internal Medicine

      250 Fame Avenue, Suite 135, 
      Hanover, PA 
       (13.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Thomas C. Keller, DO, specializes in internal medicine. He is affiliated with UPMC Hanover. Dr. Keller completed his residency at Johns Hopkins University and medical degree at West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Keller is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Family Medicine
      10058 S Mountain Rd, 
      South Mountain, PA 
       (13.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Martin Hudzinski is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in South Mountain, Pennsylvania. Dr. Hudzinski is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Klinefelter Syndrome, and Antisocial Personality Disorder.

      Robert J. Henke
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Family Medicine

      Hanover Family Practice Associates

      848 Broadway, 
      Hanover, PA 
       (13.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Robert J. Henke, MD, specializes in family medicine. He is affiliated with UPMC Hanover. Dr. Henke completed his residency at WellSpan York Hospital and medical degree at the University of Maryland School of Medicine. Dr. Henke is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Liver Failure, Hepatitis, Familial Hypertension, Hip Replacement, and Ureteroscopy.

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

      Hillside Internal Medicine

      250 Fame Avenue, Suite 135, 
      Hanover, PA 
       (13.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Joanne Chan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Hanover, Pennsylvania. Dr. Chan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Hyperlipidemia Type 3, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, High Cholesterol, and Glossitis.

      Marcos Ugarte
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      General Surgery

      UPMC General Surgery

      401 Allegheny Avenue, 
      Hanover, PA 
       (13.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Marcos Antonio Ugarte, MD, is a physician and is certified by the American Board of Surgery. He completed his medical degree, residency, and fellowship at the University of Maryland School of Medicine. Dr. Ugarte is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Intraductal Papilloma, Classical Hodgkin Lymphoma, Gallstones, Colostomy, and Bladder Reconstruction.

      Bakhtiar Syed
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      UPMC Gastroenterology Associates

      310 Stock Street, Suite 8, 
      Hanover, PA 
       (13.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Bakhtiar Syed, MD, is a gastroenterologist with UPMC Specialty Care Gastroenterology Associates. He is board-certified in internal medicine and gastroenterology by the American Board of Internal Medicine and in obesity medicine from the American Board of Obesity Medicine. Originally from the Hanover area, Dr. Syed graduated as Valedictorian from Hanover High School. He received his medical degree from the Penn State College of Medicine and completed his residency in internal medicine and fellowship in gastroenterology at Yale New Haven Hospital. Dr. Syed’s clinical interests include colorectal cancer screening, endoscopy, reflux disease, motility disorders, and obesity medicine.  Outside of medicine, he enjoys tennis, soccer, reading, and spending time with family and friends. Dr. Syed is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Morning Sickness, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Visceromegaly, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

      Luciene D. Borowik
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Internal Medicine

      UPMC Primary Care

      250 Fame Avenue, Suite 206A, 
      Hanover, PA 
       (13.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Portuguese, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Luciene D. Borowik, MD, specializes in internal medicine. She is affiliated with UPMC Hanover. She completed her residency at St. Barnabas Hospital and medical degree at Faculdade de Medicina de Santo Amaro. Dr. Borowik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Vitamin D Deficiency.

      John R. Schwartz
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Family Medicine

      UPMC Primary Care

      2201 Brunswick Drive, Suite 1300, 
      Hanover, PA 
       (13.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      John R. Schwartz, DO, specializes in family medicine and is board-certified in family medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine. He is affiliated with UPMC Community Osteopathic, UPMC Pinnacle Harrisburg, UPMC West Shore and UPMC Hanover. Dr. Schwartz completed his residency at MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center and medical degree at Des Moines University of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Schwartz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Anemia, Chronic Cough, Vertigo, and Shingles.

      Erin M. Roberts
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Family Medicine

      UPMC Primary Care

      310 Stock Street, Suite 4, 
      Hanover, PA 
       (13.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Erin M. Roberts, MD, specializes in family medicine and is board-certified in family medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine. She is affiliated with UPMC Community Osteopathic, UPMC West Shore, UPMC Hanover and UPMC Pinnacle Harrisburg. Dr. Roberts completed her residency at Naval Hospital Pensacola and medical degree at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Roberts is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Venous Insufficiency, High Cholesterol, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Xanthoma.

      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      Wellspan Medical Group

      1227 Baltimore St, 
      Hanover, PA 
       (14.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Danilo Diaz is a Gastroenterologist in Hanover, Pennsylvania. Dr. Diaz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Barrett Esophagus, Watermelon Stomach, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

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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 Gettysburg, PA?

      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 Gettysburg, PA?

      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 Gettysburg, PA?

      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 Gettysburg, PA?

      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 Gettysburg, PA?

      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 Gettysburg, PA?

      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 Gettysburg, PA?

      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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