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    MediFind found 22 doctor with experience in Swallowing Difficulty near Harlingen, TX. Of these, 13 are Experienced, 5 are Distinguished and 4 are Advanced.

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    22 providers found
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      Gastroenterology Consultants Of South Texas, PLLC

      512 Victoria Ln, Suite 2, 
      Harlingen, TX 
       (2.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Nolan Perez is a Gastroenterologist in Harlingen, Texas. Dr. Perez is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC), Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Heartburn, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      Gastroenterology Consultants Of South Texas, PLLC

      512 Victoria Ln, Suite 2, 
      Harlingen, TX 
       (2.6 miles away)
      Experience:
      16+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Nicole Grigg is a Gastroenterologist in Harlingen, Texas. Dr. Grigg has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Heartburn, Gardner Syndrome, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

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

      Gastroenterology Consultants Of South Texas, PLLC

      512 Victoria Ln, Suite 2, 
      Harlingen, TX 
       (2.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Sandeep Samuel is a Gastroenterologist in Harlingen, Texas. Dr. Samuel is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Heartburn, Gardner Syndrome, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

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      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      Gastroenterology Consultants Of South Texas, PLLC

      512 Victoria Ln, Suite 2, 
      Harlingen, TX 
       (2.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Brian Rutledge is a Gastroenterologist in Harlingen, Texas. Dr. Rutledge is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Swallowing Difficulty, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Heartburn, and Endoscopy.

      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Distinguished in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      Gastroenterology Consultants Of South Texas, PLLC

      512 Victoria Ln, Suite 2, 
      Harlingen, TX 
       (2.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jason Phillips is a Gastroenterologist in Harlingen, Texas. Dr. Phillips is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC), Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gardner Syndrome, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      Gastroenterology Consultants Of South Texas, PLLC

      512 Victoria Ln, Suite 2, 
      Harlingen, TX 
       (2.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Anthony Galan is a Gastroenterologist in Harlingen, Texas. Dr. Galan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastritis, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      Gastroenterology Consultants Of South Texas, PLLC

      512 Victoria Ln, Suite 2, 
      Harlingen, TX 
       (2.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Juan Castano is a Gastroenterologist in Harlingen, Texas. Dr. Castano is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Heartburn, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC), and Gardner Syndrome.

      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      Gastroenterology Consultants Of South Texas, PLLC

      512 Victoria Ln, Suite 14, 
      Harlingen, TX 
       (2.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Mihaela Ringheanu is a Gastroenterologist in Harlingen, Texas. Dr. Ringheanu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC), Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Chronic Erosive Gastritis, and Morning Sickness.

      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Harlingen, TX 
       (4.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Wayne Green is a Gastroenterologist in Harlingen, Texas. Dr. Green is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastritis, Heartburn, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

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

      Monzer H Yazji MD And Associates PLLC

      721 W Harrison Ave, 
      Harlingen, TX 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Rafael Lopez is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Harlingen, Texas. Dr. Lopez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Enlarged Liver, Hypertensive Heart Disease, and Tracheitis. Dr. Lopez is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Bhs Physicians Network, Inc

      2101 Pease St, 
      Harlingen, TX 
       (1.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Ahmad Karkoutly is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Harlingen, Texas. Dr. Karkoutly is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Pneumonia, Hypertensive Heart Disease, Gastrostomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Karkoutly is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Internal Medicine
      629 Kaimali Dr, 
      Harlingen, TX 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Luis Reynoso is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Harlingen, Texas. Dr. Reynoso is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Pneumonia, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Reynoso is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Jason Edward Peters, M.D., P.A.

      2106 Hale Ave, 
      Harlingen, TX 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Offers Telehealth

      Jason Peters is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Harlingen, Texas. Dr. Peters is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Viral Gastroenteritis, Colitis, and Cirrhosis.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Family Medicine
      1401 S Rangerville Rd, Bldg. 503, 
      Harlingen, TX 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Marcelino Pon is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Harlingen, Texas. Dr. Pon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Infantile Pyloric Stenosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, and Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty

      Renaissance Medical Foundation

      510 Victoria Ln, Suite 5, 
      Harlingen, TX 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Charles Theivagt is an Otolaryngologist in Harlingen, Texas. Dr. Theivagt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Sinusitis, Empyema, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), and Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo. Dr. Theivagt is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      Gastroenterology Consultants Of South Texas, PLLC

      512 Victoria Ln, Suite 2, 
      Harlingen, TX 
       (2.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Oscar Alvarez is a Gastroenterologist in Harlingen, Texas. Dr. Alvarez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Heartburn, Gardner Syndrome, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, and Cronkhite-Canada Disease.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Gastroenterology

      Gastroenterology Consultants Of South Texas, PLLC

      512 Victoria Ln, Suite 2, 
      Harlingen, TX 
       (2.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Mauro Silva is a Gastroenterologist in Harlingen, Texas. Dr. Silva is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Heartburn, Gastritis, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, and Gardner Syndrome. Dr. Silva is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
      Internal Medicine
      512 Victoria Ln, Suite 4, 
      Harlingen, TX 
       (2.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Shridhar Kotta is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Harlingen, Texas. Dr. Kotta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Kotta is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Padmini Bhadriraju MD P.A.

      5501 S Expressway, 77 Harlingen Medical Cente, 
      Harlingen, TX 
       (2.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jose Villalobos is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Harlingen, Texas. Dr. Villalobos is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His top areas of expertise are Pneumonia, Ventricular Tachycardia, Sepsis, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

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

      Stephanie H Garcia Mdpa

      5505 S Expressway, 77 Suite 303, 
      Harlingen, TX 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Stephanie Garcia is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Harlingen, Texas. Dr. Garcia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, High Cholesterol, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Vitamin D Deficiency. Dr. Garcia 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 Harlingen, TX?

      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 Harlingen, TX?

      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 Harlingen, TX?

      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 Harlingen, TX?

      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 Harlingen, TX?

      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 Harlingen, TX?

      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 Harlingen, TX?

      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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