The 20 Best Bell's Palsy Doctors Near Me in Olney, MD

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 113 doctor with experience in Bell's Palsy near Olney, MD. Of these, 103 are Experienced and 10 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Bell's Palsy
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Bell's Palsy
    Family Medicine

    Jlu Behavioral Health Services

    18213 Hillcrest Ave, 
    Olney, MD 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Edward Taubman is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Olney, Maryland. Dr. Taubman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. His top areas of expertise are Facial Paralysis, Recurrent Peripheral Facial Palsy, Bell's Palsy, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

    Andrew P. Hammer
    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    Ophthalmology

    Visionary Ophthalmology LLC Ada Visionary Eye Doctors

    11300 Rockville Pike, Suite 1202, Suite 1202, 
    Rockville, MD 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Prior to joining VED in December, 2017, Dr. Hammer was with Baltimore Washington Eye Center. Dr. Hammer earned his medical degree from the University of Maryland, School of Medicine followed by an Internship at Eisenhower Army Medical Center in Augusta, Georgia. He then completed his training with a residency in Ophthalmology at the Walter Reed Army Medical Center which serves the greater Washington, DC Metro area. Dr. Hammer served as Chief of Ophthalmology at Ireland Community Hospital in Fort Knox, Kentucky. Dr. Hammer enjoys spending time with his family and is very involved with the community. His commitment and his passion for his work is demonstrated by the loyalty of his patients. Dr. Hammer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. His top areas of expertise are Dry Eye Syndrome, Subconjunctival Hemorrhage, Allergic Conjunctivitis, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), and Cataract Removal.

    Sandra L. Cremers
    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    Ophthalmology

    Visionary Ophthalmology LLC

    11300 Rockville Pike, Suite 1202, Suite 1202, 
    Rockville, MD 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Dutch, Spanish

    Dr. Cremers anchors the Visionary Eye Doctor team and is a widely respected and experienced researcher and clinician in dry eye disease, having spent a decade at Harvard Medical School and the Massachusetts Eye and Ear infirmary. She is a fellow with the American College of Surgeons, specializing in cataract and pterygium surgery. CV https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/suburban_hospital/_documents/physician%20CV/cremers-cv.pdf. Dr. Cremers is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. Her top areas of expertise are Pterygium, Dry Eye Syndrome, Blepharitis, and Glaucoma.

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    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    Experienced in Bell's Palsy

    Jlu Behavioral Health Services

    18213 Hillcrest Ave, 
    Olney, MD 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nirjaleshwar Nikhar is a Neurologist in Olney, Maryland. Dr. Nikhar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. His top areas of expertise are Migraine, Memory Loss, Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, and Drug Induced Dyskinesia.

    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    General Surgery

    Neuroscience-Medstar Montgomery Medical Center

    18109 Prince Philip Dr Ste 300, 
    Olney, MD 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Steven Shimoura is a General Surgeon in Olney, Maryland. Dr. Shimoura is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. His top areas of expertise are Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss, Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome, DFNB1, and Infant Hearing Loss.

    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    17904 Georgia Ave Ste 110, 
    Olney, MD 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ata Motamedi is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Olney, Maryland. Dr. Motamedi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. His top areas of expertise are Subacute Combined Degeneration, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    General Surgery

    Chrosniak Schwartzbauer & Mehta MD PA

    18111 Prince Philip Dr Ste 224, 
    Olney, MD 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Cynthia Chrosniak is a General Surgeon in Olney, Maryland. Dr. Chrosniak is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. Her top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, Jones Syndrome, DFNB1, and Hearing Loss.

    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    Experienced in Bell's Palsy

    Quest Diagnostics Incorporated

    9707 Medical Center Dr Ste 220, 
    Rockville, MD 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thien Nguyen is a Neurologist in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Nguyen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. His top areas of expertise are Paraneoplastic Cerebellar Degeneration, Migraine, Athetosis, and Hereditary Sensory and Autonomic Neuropathy Type 2.

    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    Ophthalmology

    Eye Physicians Of Washington

    3200 Tower Oaks Boulevard, Sutie 210, Sutie 210, 
    Rockville, MD 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Brooks G. Brown III is an ophthalmologist affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital. He practices out of Chevy Chase, Maryland. Dr. Brown earned his medical degree from George Washington University School of Medicine. He completed a residency in ophthalmology at MedStar Washington Hospital Center. Dr. Brown is a fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Brown is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. His top areas of expertise are Blepharitis, Chalazion, Cataract, and Eyelid Bump.

    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    Experienced in Bell's Palsy

    Capital Stroke Neurology

    9117 Falls Chapel Way, 
    Potomac, MD 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Amharic
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Mekonnen is neurologist who specializes in cerebrovascular disease and Neurocritical care. Dr. Mekonnen was born and raised in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia where he attended Saint Joseph High School. Dr. Mekonnen received his medical degree from Jimma University School of Medicine and Master of Science in clinical epidemiology from the Netherland Institute Health Sciences. He completed his adult neurology residency from Howard University Hospital. In addition, Dr. Mekonnen completed a fellowship in vascular neurology at the University of Maryland Medical Center. He was a Fellow in Neurological Critical Care at California Pacific Medical Center from 2012-2013. Following his training, he entered academic career at Howard University. He was neurology clerkship and course director, and program director of the Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Care at Howard University Hospital. Since July 2019, Dr. Mekonnen has been practicing stroke and general neurology in DC-Metro area, with admitting privileges at Suburban Hospital and Prince George’s Hospital Center. Dr. Mekonnen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Dysarthria, Stroke, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Stent Placement.

    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    Neurology
    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    Neurology
    6410 Rockledge Dr, 610, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (9.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Pavel Klein is a Neurologist in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Klein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Epilepsy, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Absence Seizure.

    Jason C. Nellis
    Advanced in Bell's Palsy
    Plastic Surgery | Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Bell's Palsy
    Plastic Surgery | Otolaryngology

    Sibley Memorial Hospital

    5215 Loughboro Road Northwest, Suite 140, Suite 140, 
    Washington, DC 
     (15.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Italian, Spanish

    Jason Nellis is a facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon in the Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery at Johns Hopkins. He grew up in Maryland and graduated summa cum laude from the University of Maryland, then earned his medical degree at the University of Virginia. Subsequently, he completed residency training in otolaryngology–head and neck surgery at The Johns Hopkins Hospital. After completing residency, Dr. Nellis spent a year pursuing advanced training in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery at Johns Hopkins and in Japan with Satoru Nagata, further broadening his expertise in microtia reconstruction, facial reanimation, rhinoplasty, and microvascular head and neck reconstruction. He went on to complete an American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery fellowship at the University of Minnesota with former academy president Peter Hilger and Harley Dresner, which included specialty training in rhinoplasty, aesthetic facial plastic surgery, total nasal reconstruction, Mohs reconstructive surgery, microvascular head and neck reconstruction, and facial reanimation. This fellowship also encompassed pediatric head and neck reconstruction, including otoplasty and cleft lip and palate repair. He has extensive training in cosmetic facial surgery, including facelift, blepharoplasty, brow lift and other facial rejuvenation procedures. Dr. Nellis is passionate about international mission work helping patients with facial deformities, including pediatric facial deformities, such as cleft lip and palate, and adults with congenital and traumatic facial deformities. His research interests include examining social perceptions of facial deformity and investigating objective outcomes in cosmetic facial plastic surgery and facial reconstruction to better help patients seeking to improve their facial appearance through facial plastic and reconstructive surgery. Dr. Nellis is dedicated to providing excellent care to patients at the Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center in Bethesda and Sibley Memorial Hospital. He is fluent in Spanish and Italian. Dr. Nellis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. His top areas of expertise are Facial Paralysis, Bell's Palsy, Recurrent Peripheral Facial Palsy, Schwannoma, and Thyroidectomy.

    Advanced in Bell's Palsy
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Bell's Palsy
    Ophthalmology

    2020 Optical

    6333 Executive Blvd, 
    Rockville, MD 
     (7.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dan Yin is an Ophthalmologist in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Yin has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. Her top areas of expertise are Interstitial Keratitis, Retinal Vasculopathy with Cerebral Leukodystrophy, Familial Exudative Vitreoretinopathy, and Coats Disease.

    Dean Glaros
    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    Ophthalmology

    Howard County Medical Pavilion

    10710 Charter Drive, Suite 310, Suite 310, 
    Columbia, MD 
     (10.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Greek

    Dean S. Glaros, M.D., is an assistant professor of ophthalmology at the Wilmer Eye Institute, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He is a comprehensive ophthalmologist with special interests in cataract surgery, glaucoma, diabetes, dry eye and other medical eye conditions. He also performs routine eye exams for patients age 6 and older. Dr. Glaros received his medical degree from the University of Maryland and performed his medical internship at the University of North Carolina Affiliate Program. He completed his residency in ophthalmology at the University of Maryland. Before joining the Wilmer faculty, he was in private practice in the Baltimore area. Dr. Glaros is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Glaros is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, X-Linked Juvenile Retinoschisis, X-Linked Retinal Dysplasia, and Glaucoma.

    Sheetal H. Wagle
    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    Experienced in Bell's Palsy

    Neurology Clinic Of Maryland Inc

    Columbia, MD 
     (10.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati , Hindi, Konkani, Marathi
    Offers Telehealth

    Sheetal Wagle is a Neurologist in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Wagle is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. Her top areas of expertise are Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Migraine, Transient Global Amnesia, and Stroke.

    Jonathan Ross
    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    Experienced in Bell's Palsy

    MidAtlantic Epilepsy & Sleep Center

    Bethesda, MD 
     (11.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Prior to joining the Mid-Atlantic Epilepsy and Sleep Center, Dr. Jonathan Ross was Director of The New England Epilepsy Institute, a division of New England Neurological Associates (NENA) in Lawrence, Massachusetts. He also served as head of the Neurology division at NENA. After graduating medical school in 1991, Dr. Ross completed postgraduate training at Harvard Medical School and Boston University School of Medicine, and also served as Teaching Fellow at Harvard and Boston University. Dr. Ross is an active member of the American Epilepsy Society, American Clinical Neurophysiology Society, Massachusetts Medical Society, and the American Academy of Neurology. Dr. Ross is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Memory Loss, Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, and Benign Rolandic Epilepsy.

    Drew Carey
    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    Ophthalmology

    Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center — Bethesda

    6430 Rockledge Drive, Building 6, Building 6, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (11.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew R. Carey, MD is a the Neil R. Miller Rising Professor of Ophthalmology in the division of Neuro-Ophthalmology at the Wilmer Eye Institute. He specializes in neuro-ophthalmic disorders such as optic neuritis, uveitis related papillitis, ischemic & hereditary optic neuropathies as well as diseases of the retina, including age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, toxic retinopathies and inherited disorders of the retina such as retinitis pigmentosa. Dr. Carey’s clinical and research interests include comparative effectiveness and cost-benefit of intravitreal medications, long-term outcome of treatments for choroidal neovascularization, novel treatments for papillitis, and the use of novel imaging modalities to better diagnose and understand optic nerve and retinal diseases. Dr. Carey received his bachelor's from Davidson College in mathematics in 2006. In 2010, he received his medical degree from the University of South Florida. He completed his ophthalmology residency as Chief Resident in 2014 at the University of South Florida. He then went on to complete his fellowship in neuro-ophthalmology at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in 2015 and his fellowship in medical retina at the University of Iowa in 2016. Videos Dr. Andrew R. CareyNeuro-Ophthalmology. Dr. Carey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. His top areas of expertise are Papilledema, Increased Intracranial Pressure, Optic Nerve Atrophy, and Optic Neuritis.

    Shaun C. Desai
    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    Plastic Surgery | Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    Plastic Surgery | Otolaryngology

    Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center — Bethesda

    6420 Rockledge Drive, Suite 4950, Suite 4950, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (11.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Shaun Desai is an Otolaryngologist and a Plastic Surgeon in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Desai has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. His top areas of expertise are Facial Paralysis, Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS), Melanoma, Osteotomy, and Bone Graft.

    Nicholas Mahoney
    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    General Surgery

    Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center — Bethesda

    6430 Rockledge Drive, Building 6, Building 6, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (11.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nicholas R. Mahoney, M.D., is an Oculoplastic surgeon at the Wilmer Eye Institute's locations in Bethesda and Baltimore, Maryland. He is the chief of Wilmer's Oculoplastics Division. Dr. Mahoney specializes in surgery of the tissue surrounding the eyes, including the eyelids, eye socket (orbit) and tear drainage system. This includes removal of benign and malignant lesions of the eyelid and eye socket, repair of eyelid and eye socket trauma, reconstruction of the tear ducts and surgery for correcting abnormal eyelid position. Eyelid surgeries include surgeries for drooping eyelids, extra eyelid skin and heavy eyebrows for both functionally reconstructive and cosmetic reasons. Dr. Mahoney received his M.D. from the University of Pennsylvania and completed his ophthalmology residency at the Scheie Eye Institute, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. He then completed additional specialty training as an American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ASOPRS) fellow at the Wilmer Eye Institute and Johns Hopkins Hospital. Dr. Mahoney joined the Wilmer faculty in 2012. He has held various administrative responsibilities and is currently the Vice Chair of Information Technology & Data Science for the Department of Ophthalmology. Dr. Mahoney is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. His top areas of expertise are Eyelid Drooping, Ptosis, Entropion, Blocked Tear Duct, and Osteotomy.

    Wade W. Chien
    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    Otolaryngology

    Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center — Bethesda

    6420 Rockledge Drive, Suite 4920, Suite 4920, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (11.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Wade Chien is a fellowship-trained neuro-otologist who sees adults and children with complicated hearing and ear problems, including hearing loss; severe ear infections; vestibular schwannoma (Acoustic neuroma); and neoplasms of the ear and temporal bone. Please call 301-896-3346 for an appointment. Dr. Chien is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. His top areas of expertise are Hearing Loss, Infant Hearing Loss, Familial Deafness, and DFNB1.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Bell's Palsy?

    Bell palsy is a disorder of the nerve that controls movement of the muscles in the face. This nerve is called the facial or seventh cranial nerve.

    Damage to this nerve causes weakness or paralysis of these muscles. Paralysis means that you cannot use the muscles at all.

    When should I see a Bell's Palsy doctor near Olney, MD?

    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 Bell's Palsy doctor near Olney, MD?

    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 Bell's Palsy doctors near Olney, MD?

    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 Bell's Palsy doctors near Olney, MD?

    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 Bell's Palsy doctor near Olney, MD?

    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 Bell's Palsy doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Bell's Palsy 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 Bell's Palsy doctor near Olney, MD?

    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 Bell's Palsy 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 Bell's Palsy 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 Bell's Palsy doctors near Olney, MD?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Bell's Palsy 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 Bell's Palsy doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Bell's Palsy 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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