The 20 Best Swallowing Difficulty Doctors Near Me in lacey, WA

Find the Top Swallowing Difficulty Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 45 doctor with experience in Swallowing Difficulty near lacey, WA. Of these, 30 are Experienced, 13 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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45 providers found
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Family Medicine
    5130 Corporate Center Court Southeast, 
    Lacey, WA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Cris Johnson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lacey, Washington. Dr. Johnson 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 Sitosterolemia, Empyema, Sinusitis, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Johnson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Family Medicine
    5130 Corporate Center Court Southeast, 
    Lacey, WA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Castilian, Japanese, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Edward Cates is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lacey, Washington. Dr. Cates is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Jock Itch. Dr. Cates is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Ken P Lee MD PLLC

    2740 Pacific Ave SE, 
    Olympia, WA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Castilian, French, Mandarin, Spanish, Swahili
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ken Lee is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Olympia, Washington. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4, and Defective Apolipoprotein B-100. Dr. Lee is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Gastro Health - Olympia

    209 Lilly Rd NE Ste B, 
    Olympia, WA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Lucas Leonard is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Olympia, Washington. Dr. Leonard is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gardner Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Leonard is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Providence Saint Peter Hospital

    413 Lilly Rd NE, 
    Olympia, WA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Japanese
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nicholas Weber is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Olympia, Washington. Dr. Weber is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Weber is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Providence Saint Peter Hospital

    413 Lilly Rd NE, 
    Olympia, WA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Cumings is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Olympia, Washington. Dr. Cumings is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Cumings is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology
    Referral may be required

    Olympia Surgery Center

    128 Lilly Rd NE Ste 202, 
    Olympia, WA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Castilian, Korean, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Matthew Jung is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Olympia, Washington. Dr. Jung is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Infant Hearing Loss, Empyema, and Sinusitis. Dr. Jung is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    209 Lilly Rd NE Ste B, 
    Olympia, WA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Li Yiting is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Olympia, Washington. Dr. Yiting is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, and Portal Hypertension. Dr. Yiting is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required

    Gastroenterology Associates

    500 Lilly Rd NE Ste 204, 
    Olympia, WA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Bruce Silverman is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Olympia, Washington. Dr. Silverman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Silverman is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Family Medicine
    1450 Northwest Lane Southeast, 
    Lacey, WA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Korean, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Marina Berndt is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lacey, Washington. Dr. Berndt 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 Sciatica, Scoliosis, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Berndt is currently accepting new patients.

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

    South Sound Radiologists Inc. P S

    3417 Ensign Rd NE, 
    Olympia, WA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kevin Roscoe is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Olympia, Washington. Dr. Roscoe 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 Osteoarthritis, Vertigo, Chronic Cough, and Baker Cyst. Dr. Roscoe is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Woodard Creek Health & Rehabilitation

    3333 Ensign Rd NE, 
    Olympia, WA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Japanese, Punjabi, Russian
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jessica Jahn is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Olympia, Washington. Dr. Jahn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Edema, Heart Failure, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Necrotizing Enterocolitis, and Endoscopy. Dr. Jahn is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Providence Saint Peter Hospital

    413 Lilly Rd NE, 
    Olympia, WA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Bengali, Castilian, Filipino, German, Hindi, Mandarin, Marathi, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Vietnamese
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    George Paris is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Olympia, Washington. Dr. Paris is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Insomnia, Peptic Ulcer, and Necrosis. Dr. Paris is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Olympia Medical Center

    700 Lilly Rd NE, 
    Olympia, WA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gordon Rennie is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Olympia, Washington. Dr. Rennie is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypothyroidism, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Bronchitis, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

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

    Olympia Medical Center

    700 Lilly Rd NE, 
    Olympia, WA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bryan Morris-Ward is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Olympia, Washington. Dr. Morris-Ward is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His clinical expertise encompasses Volkmann Contracture, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, and Hypothyroidism.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine
    3701 Ensign Road Northeast, Suite B, 
    Olympia, WA 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Castilian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Widrow is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Olympia, Washington. Dr. Widrow is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His clinical expertise encompasses Testicle Lump, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Vertigo, Ventricular Fibrillation, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Widrow is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Providence Health & Services Washington

    3425 Ensign Rd NE Ste 220, 
    Olympia, WA 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sarah Lux is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Olympia, Washington. Dr. Lux is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her clinical expertise encompasses Narcolepsy, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Lux is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Otolaryngology
    Referral required
    128 Lilly Road Northeast, Suite 202, 
    Olympia, WA 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Korean, Vietnamese
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sung-won Kim is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Olympia, Washington. Dr. Kim is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 40 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sialadenitis, Otitis, Sinusitis, Laryngectomy, and Parathyroidectomy. Dr. Kim is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required
    209 Lilly Road Northeast, 
    Olympia, WA 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Rodney Joe is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Olympia, Washington. Dr. Joe is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Indigestion, Gardner Syndrome, Portal Hypertension, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Joe is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required
    209 Lilly Road Northeast, 
    Olympia, WA 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    David Owens is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Olympia, Washington. Dr. Owens is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gardner Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Owens is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    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 lacey, WA?

    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 lacey, WA?

    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 lacey, WA?

    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 lacey, WA?

    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 lacey, WA?

    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 lacey, WA?

    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 lacey, WA?

    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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