The 20 Best Bell's Palsy Doctors Near Me in Houston, TX

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The 20 Best Bell's Palsy Doctors near Houston, TX

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 118 doctor with experience in Bell's Palsy near Houston, TX. Of these, 111 are Experienced and 7 are Advanced.

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    Michael T. Yen
    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    Ophthalmology

    Baylor College Of Medicine - Ophthalmology

    1977 Butler Blvd, Ste E3.100 MS BCM 633, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael T. Yen, MD, specializes in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of the eyelids and face. He attended medical school at the University of Michigan and completed his residency at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami. A fellowship in ophthalmic and facial plastic surgery with Dr. Richard Anderson in Salt Lake City followed. Dr. Yen is currently a Professor of Ophthalmology at the Cullen Eye Institute, Department of Ophthalmology, Baylor College of Medicine. He is also Medical Director of the Alkek Eye Center and Co-Director of Baylor College of Medicine Aesthetics. He has been Principal Investigator in various research trials, authored over 90 peer-reviewed journal publications, and edited two previous books on surgery of the eyelids and advances in aesthetic and reconstructive oculofacial plastic surgery. Dr. Yen is the recipient of a number of awards, including, in 2013, the Senior Achievement Award from the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Yen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. His top areas of expertise are Benign Essential Blepharospasm, Blocked Tear Duct, Ptosis, and Eyelid Drooping.

    Alex D. Sweeney
    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    Otolaryngology

    Baylor College Of Medicine - Otolaryngology

    1977 Butler Blvd, Ste E5.200, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Alex D. Sweeney, M.D. is a board certified otolaryngologist specializing in Otology and Neurotology with particular interests in hearing loss, cochlear implantation and skull base tumors. He earned his medical degree and completed residency at the Baylor College of Medicine. Following residency, he completed a 2-year clinical and research fellowship as the Michael E. Glasscock III fellow of the Otology Group at Vanderbilt University. Dr. Sweeney is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. His top areas of expertise are Cholesteatoma, Schwannoma, Hearing Loss, Mastoidectomy, and Myringotomy.

    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    Family Medicine

    Canal Pharmacy

    2502 Canal St, 
    Houston, TX 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joanne Rogers is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Rogers is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

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

    Crofoot M.D Clinic And Research Center

    3701 Kirby Dr Ste 1230, 
    Houston, TX 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Gordon Crofoot is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Crofoot is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. His top areas of expertise are HIV/AIDS, AIDS Dementia Complex, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, and Syphilis.

    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    Legal Medicine
    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    Legal Medicine

    UT Physicians

    6400 Fannin St Ste 2700, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sancak Yuksel is a Legal Medicine provider in Houston, Texas. Dr. Yuksel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. His top areas of expertise are Pierre Robin Sequence, Cholesteatoma, Choanal Atresia, Adenoidectomy, and Gastrostomy.

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

    UT Physicians

    6410 Fannin St Ste 1014, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kristin Brown is a Neurologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Brown is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. Her top areas of expertise are Tension Headache, Peripheral Neuropathy, Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Bell's Palsy
    Ophthalmology | Plastic Surgery
    Advanced in Bell's Palsy
    Ophthalmology | Plastic Surgery

    Baylor Medicine Ophthalmology

    1977 Butler Blvd, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Allen is a Plastic Surgeon in Houston, Texas. Dr. Allen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. His top areas of expertise are Ptosis, Eyelid Drooping, Chalazion, Entropion, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Nathan Lindquist
    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    Otolaryngology

    Baylor College Of Medicine

    1977 Butler Blvd, Ste E5.200, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Nathan Lindquist is an Assistant Professor of Otology and holds the Dorothy L. McGee Endowed Professorship. His clinical interests include adult hearing loss, chronic ear disease, implantable devices including cochlear implants, and lateral skull base tumors. Dr. Lindquist is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. His top areas of expertise are Labyrinthitis, Acoustic Neuroma, Hearing Loss, Adenoidectomy, and Mastoidectomy.

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

    Office

    2727 Gramercy St Ste 200, 
    Houston, TX 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Eric Holz is an Ophthalmologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Holz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. His top areas of expertise are Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Facial Paralysis, Recurrent Peripheral Facial Palsy, and Vitrectomy.

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

    Houston Eye Associates

    2855 Gramercy St, 
    Houston, TX 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Richard Urso is an Ophthalmologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Urso is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. His top areas of expertise are Allergic Conjunctivitis, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), Entropion, and Chalazion. Dr. Urso is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Houston Eye Associates

    2855 Gramercy St, 
    Houston, TX 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kevin Jong is an Ophthalmologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Jong is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Glaucoma, Subconjunctival Hemorrhage, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Cataract Removal.

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

    Office

    2040 W Gray St, 
    Houston, TX 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Cecilia Lowder is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Lowder is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. Her top areas of expertise are Osteomyelitis in Children, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

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

    Gilmer Neurology

    1200 Binz St Ste 1270, 
    Houston, TX 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    William Gilmer is a Neurologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Gilmer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. His top areas of expertise are Meige Syndrome, Tension Headache, Essential Tremor, and Memory Loss. Dr. Gilmer is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Office

    1200 Binz St Ste 1370, 
    Houston, TX 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Randolph Evans is a Neurologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Evans is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. His top areas of expertise are New Daily Persistent Headache (NDPH), Migraine, Memory Loss, and Cluster Headache.

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

    Plastic Eye Surgery Associates, PLLC

    3730 Kirby Dr Ste 900, 
    Houston, TX 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Charles Soparkar is an Ophthalmologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Soparkar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. His top areas of expertise are Graves Disease, Benign Essential Blepharospasm, Blocked Tear Duct, Choroid Plexus Carcinoma, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    Plastic Surgery
    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    Plastic Surgery

    Memorial Houston Surgery Center LLC

    6400 Fannin St, 
    Houston, TX 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tang Ho is a Plastic Surgeon in Houston, Texas. Dr. Ho is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. His top areas of expertise are Low Nasal Bridge, Nasal Septal Hematoma, Perichondritis, Bone Graft, and Gastrostomy.

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

    Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center

    6411 Fannin St, 
    Houston, TX 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Timothy Mcculley is an Ophthalmologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Mcculley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. His top areas of expertise are Ptosis, Eyelid Drooping, Entropion, and Benign Essential Blepharospasm.

    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    Plastic Surgery | Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    Plastic Surgery | Otolaryngology

    University Of Texas Medical Foundation

    6431 Fannin St, 
    Houston, TX 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Wee Kao is a Plastic Surgeon and an Otolaryngologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Kao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. Her top areas of expertise are Syngnathia Cleft Palate, Autosomal Cleft Palate, Cholesteatoma, Laryngocele, and Laryngectomy.

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

    Ben Taub Hospital

    1504 Taub Loop, 
    Houston, TX 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lee Lu is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Lu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. Her top areas of expertise are Lupus Nephritis, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Hypertension.

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

    Jeffrey P Gaitz MDPA

    1740 W 27th St Ste 206, 
    Houston, TX 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Gaitz is a Neurologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Gaitz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. His top areas of expertise are Cerebral Autosomal Dominant Arteriopathy with Subcortical Infarcts and Leukoencephalopathy, Thromboangiitis Obliterans, Migraine with Brainstem Aura, and Epilepsy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    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 Houston, 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 Bell's Palsy doctor near Houston, 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 Bell's Palsy doctors near Houston, 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 Bell's Palsy doctors near Houston, 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 Bell's Palsy doctor near Houston, 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 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 Houston, 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 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 Houston, TX?

    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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