The 20 Best Swallowing Difficulty Doctors Near Me in State College, PA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 14 doctor with experience in Swallowing Difficulty near State College, PA. Of these, 13 are Experienced and 1 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    3901 S Atherton St Ste 2, 
    State College, PA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dustin Case is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in State College, Pennsylvania. Dr. Case is rated as an Advanced 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 Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Vitamin B12 Deficiency, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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

    Geisinger State College - General Internal Medicine

    200 Scenery Drive, 
    State College, PA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Joseph Candelore, DO, is a board-certified internal medicine doctor with special interests in preventive care and the management of multiple chronic conditions.|Dr. Candelore earned his medical degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic medicine. He completed his internal medicine residency at Inspira Health Network in Vineland, N.J.|In his spare time, Dr. Candelore enjoys fishing, hunting, traveling, playing guitar, golfing and spending time with his family. Dr. Candelore is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His clinical expertise encompasses Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Pericarditis, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Candelore is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Geisinger State College - General Internal Medicine

    200 Scenery Drive, 
    State College, PA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Doberstein is a board-certified physician specializing in internal medicine. He attended Temple University, where he received his medical degree. Dr. Doberstein completed his residency at Temple University Hospital, then completed a chief resident position at Temple University. He is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Doberstein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Milk-Alkali Syndrome, Familial Hypocalciuric Hypercalcemia Type 1, Idiopathic Hypercalciuria, and Hypercalcemia. Dr. Doberstein is board certified in The American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Doberstein is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Office

    3901 S Atherton St Ste 6, 
    State College, PA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jesse Jennings is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in State College, Pennsylvania. Dr. Jennings is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her clinical expertise encompasses Infant Hearing Loss, Hearing Loss, Nasal Septal Hematoma, and Low Nasal Bridge.

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

    Office

    611 University Dr Ste 210, 
    State College, PA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stephen Pandolph is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in State College, Pennsylvania. Dr. Pandolph is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His clinical expertise encompasses Lyme Disease, Asperger's Syndrome, Type B Insulin Resistance Syndrome, and Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome.

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

    Office

    1850 E Park Ave Ste 302, 
    State College, PA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Pro is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in State College, Pennsylvania. Dr. Pro 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 Hypothyroidism, Vitamin D Deficiency, High Cholesterol, and Subacute Combined Degeneration.

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

    Nittany Valley Medical Associates PC

    2134 Sandy Dr Ste 16, 
    State College, PA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rodney Sepich is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in State College, Pennsylvania. Dr. Sepich is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatic Fever, Vasculitis, Decorticate Posture, and Decerebrate Posture.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology

    Mount Nittany Medical Center

    155 Wellness Way, 
    State College, PA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brent Driskill is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in State College, Pennsylvania. Dr. Driskill is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His clinical expertise encompasses Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder, Infant Hearing Loss, Tinnitus, DFNB1, and Myringotomy.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Penn State Hershey Endoscopy Center LLC

    32 Colonnade Way, 
    State College, PA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Wilmot Burch is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in State College, Pennsylvania. Dr. Burch is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His clinical expertise encompasses Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Diverticular Disease, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Penn State Hershey Endoscopy Center LLC

    32 Colonnade Way, 
    State College, PA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joel Haight is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in State College, Pennsylvania. Dr. Haight is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His clinical expertise encompasses Crohn's Disease, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastrointestinal Perforation, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology

    Penn State Hershey Endoscopy Center LLC

    32 Colonnade Way, 
    State College, PA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brian Dodson is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in State College, Pennsylvania. Dr. Dodson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

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

    Geisinger Healthplex State College - Community Medicine

    132 Abigail Lane, 
    Port Matilda, PA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Levi Delozier is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Port Matilda, Pennsylvania. Dr. Delozier 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 Apoplexy, Arthritis, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Delozier is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Centre Medical And Surgical Associates P.C.

    141 Medical Park Ln, 
    Bellefonte, PA 
     (10.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christopher Hester is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bellefonte, Pennsylvania. Dr. Hester is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Idiopathic Edema, Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Anemia, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Hospital Medicine
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Hospital Medicine

    Mount Nittany Physician Group

    3631 Penns Valley Rd, 
    Spring Mills, PA 
     (13.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jason Schweichler is a primary care provider, practicing in Hospital Medicine in Spring Mills, Pennsylvania. Dr. Schweichler 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 Malnutrition, Pelvic Floor Dysfunction, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and High Cholesterol.

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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 State College, 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 State College, 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 State College, 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 State College, 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 State College, 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 State College, 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 State College, 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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