The 20 Best Swallowing Difficulty Doctors Near Me in spokane valley, WA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 72 doctor with experience in Swallowing Difficulty near spokane valley, WA. Of these, 58 are Experienced and 14 are Advanced.

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72 providers found
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required
    16528 East Desmet Court, Suite A2200, 
    Spokane Valley, WA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German, Hindi, Kannada, Punjabi, Russian, Spanish, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ali Gaskari is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Spokane Valley, Washington. Dr. Gaskari is rated as an Advanced 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 Crohn's Disease, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Painful Swallowing, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Gaskari is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required
    12401 E Sinto Ave, 
    Spokane Valley, WA 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Craig is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Spokane Valley, Washington. Dr. Craig 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 Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gardner Syndrome, Diverticular Disease, and Turcot Syndrome.

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

    Valley Gastroenterology PS

    12401 E Sinto Ave, 
    Spokane Valley, WA 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Pradeep Atla is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Spokane Valley, Washington. Dr. Atla is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His clinical expertise encompasses Esophagitis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Atla is currently accepting new patients.

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

    MultiCare Valley Hospital

    12606 E Mission Ave, 
    Spokane Valley, WA 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Spanish, Vietnamese
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Geoffrey Julian is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Spokane Valley, Washington. Dr. Julian 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 Otitis, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Sinusitis, and Infant Hearing Loss. Dr. Julian is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Multicare Rockwood Clinic-Primary Care

    1215 N McDonald Rd Ste 101, 
    Spokane Valley, WA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Castilian, Danish, Hindi, Malayalam, Polish, Russian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Alan Kelly is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Spokane Valley, Washington. Dr. Kelly is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, and Hyperlipidemia Type 3. Dr. Kelly is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Multicare Rockwood Clinic-Primary Care

    1215 N McDonald Rd Ste 101, 
    Spokane Valley, WA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Telugu, Vietnamese
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    David Fischer is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Spokane Valley, Washington. Dr. Fischer 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 Relapsing Polychondritis, Hyperlipidemia Type 3, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Fischer is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Spokane Internal Medicine P.S.

    1215 N McDonald Rd Ste 101, 
    Spokane Valley, WA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gregory Doering is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Spokane Valley, Washington. Dr. Doering is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hyperlipidemia Type 3, Retinopathy Arteriosclerotic, Riboflavin Transporter Deficiency Neuronopathy, and Ulcerative Colitis.

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

    Spokane Internal Medicine P.S.

    1215 N McDonald Rd Ste 101, 
    Spokane Valley, WA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brian Yates is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Spokane Valley, Washington. Dr. Yates is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. His clinical expertise encompasses Hyperlipidemia Type 3, Dermatomyositis, Developmental Expressive Language Disorder, and Developmental Dysphasia Familial.

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

    Spokane Valley Ear Nose & Throat PS.

    1424 N McDonald Rd Ste 101, 
    Spokane Valley, WA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hungarian, Somali, Spanish, Vietnamese
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Eric Leavitt is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Spokane Valley, Washington. Dr. Leavitt 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 Sinusitis, Empyema, DFNB1, and Jones Syndrome. Dr. Leavitt is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Office

    12623 E Sprague Ave Ste 6, 
    Spokane Valley, WA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Helen Schmidt is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Spokane Valley, Washington. Dr. Schmidt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Cerebellar Degeneration, and Familial Hypertension.

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

    Office

    12406 E Desmet Ave Ste A, 
    Spokane Valley, WA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Pamil Sidhu is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Spokane Valley, Washington. Dr. Sidhu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Movement Disorders, and Parkinson's Disease. Dr. Sidhu is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Sunshine Home Health Care

    10410 E 9th Ave, 
    Spokane Valley, WA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Tiffany Hanf is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Spokane Valley, Washington. Dr. Hanf is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Hanf is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Providence Health & Services Washington

    16528 E Desmet Ct, 
    Spokane Valley, WA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, French, German, Punjabi, Spanish, Swedish, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nathan Campbell is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Spokane Valley, Washington. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Campbell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses COVID-19, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Colonic Malakoplakia, Childhood Volvulus, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Campbell is currently accepting new patients.

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

    C William Britt JR MD PLLC

    42 E Rowan Ave Ste A, 
    Spokane, WA 
     (7.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Castilian, French, Mandarin, Polish, Spanish, Thai
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffery Trail is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Trail is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Asthma in Children, Asthma, Chronic Pain, and Gout. Dr. Trail is currently accepting new patients.

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

    C William Britt JR MD PLLC

    42 E Rowan Ave Ste A, 
    Spokane, WA 
     (7.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Swedish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Philip Henry is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Henry 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 Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Congenital Sucrase-Isomaltase Deficiency. Dr. Henry is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Internal Medicine
    9911 North Nevada Street, Suite 200, 
    Spokane, WA 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Castilian, Italian, Mandarin, Portuguese, Sinhala, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ronald Ortiz is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Ortiz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Ortiz is currently accepting new patients.

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

    South Perry Endoscopy

    907 S Perry St Ste 260, 
    Spokane, WA 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Harold Preiksaitis is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Preiksaitis is rated as an Advanced 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 Lower Esophageal Ring, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Esophagitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Preiksaitis is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Swallowing Difficulty
    Gastroenterology
    Referral may be required
    105 West 8th Avenue, Suite 6010W, 
    Spokane, WA 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Bulgarian, Castilian, German, Hindi, Khmer, Russian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Durnford is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Durnford is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Crohn's Disease, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, and Gardner Syndrome. Dr. Durnford is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Inland Empire Hospital Services Association

    104 W 5th Ave Ste 200W, 
    Spokane, WA 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Yi Li is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Li is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. She is also highly rated in 123 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Necrosis, Cerebral Hypoxia, Pneumonia, Osteotomy, and Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI).

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

    Spokane Digestive Disease Center

    105 W 8th Ave Ste 6010, 
    Spokane, WA 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Castilian, Filipino, German, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Lee Stone is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Stone is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Swallowing Difficulty. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Crohn's Disease, Colonic Malakoplakia, Hemorrhoids, and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). Dr. Stone 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 spokane valley, 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 spokane valley, 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 spokane valley, 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 spokane valley, 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 spokane valley, 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 spokane valley, 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 spokane valley, 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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