The 20 Best Benign Essential Blepharospasm Doctors Near Me in encinitas, CA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 15 doctor with experience in Benign Essential Blepharospasm near encinitas, CA. Of these, 12 are Experienced and 3 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Benign Essential Blepharospasm
    Advanced in Benign Essential Blepharospasm
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    Premier Pharmacy Services

    6010 Hidden Valley Rd Ste 200, 
    Carlsbad, CA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    760-631-3000
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Brenton Wright is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Carlsbad, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Wright is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Essential Blepharospasm. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, and Mcleod Neuroacanthocytosis Syndrome.

    Experienced in Benign Essential Blepharospasm

    Dr. Andre B. Aung
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Benign Essential Blepharospasm

    Dr. Andre B. Aung
    Ophthalmology
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    Scripps Clinic Encinitas-326 Santa Fe

    326 Santa Fe Dr, 
    Encinitas, CA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    760-753-5594
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
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    Accepting New Patients

    Andre Aung is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Encinitas, California. Dr. Aung is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Essential Blepharospasm. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Optic Neuritis, Papilledema, Meibomianitis, and Optic Nerve Atrophy. Dr. Aung is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Benign Essential Blepharospasm

    Dr. Irene J. Oh
    Neurology
    Advanced in Benign Essential Blepharospasm

    Dr. Irene J. Oh
    Neurology
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    The Neurology Center

    6010 Hidden Valley Rd, 
    Carlsbad, CA 
     (6.0 miles away)
    760-631-3000
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Offers Telehealth

    Irene Oh is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Carlsbad, California. Dr. Oh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Essential Blepharospasm. She is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Parkinson's Disease, Essential Tremor, Movement Disorders, and Serotonin Syndrome. Dr. Oh is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

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    Experienced in Benign Essential Blepharospasm
    Experienced in Benign Essential Blepharospasm
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    The Neurology Center

    6010 Hidden Valley Rd, 
    Carlsbad, CA 
     (6.0 miles away)
    760-631-3000
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Offers Telehealth

    Benjamin Frishberg is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Carlsbad, California. Dr. Frishberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Essential Blepharospasm. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Migraine, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), and Headache. Dr. Frishberg is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

    Experienced in Benign Essential Blepharospasm
    Experienced in Benign Essential Blepharospasm
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    The Neurology Center

    6010 Hidden Valley Rd, 
    Carlsbad, CA 
     (6.0 miles away)
    760-631-3000
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Offers Telehealth

    Jack Schim is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Carlsbad, California. Dr. Schim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Essential Blepharospasm. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Migraine, Headache, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Migraine with Brainstem Aura. Dr. Schim is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

    Experienced in Benign Essential Blepharospasm

    Dr. Xin X. Yu
    Neurology
    Experienced in Benign Essential Blepharospasm

    Dr. Xin X. Yu
    Neurology
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    Cleveland Clinic

    400 Craven Rd, 
    San Marcos, CA 
     (9.5 miles away)
    216-444-2200
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Xin Yu is a Neurologist practicing medicine in San Marcos, California. Dr. Yu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Essential Blepharospasm. She is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Conversion Disorder, Endoscopy, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery. Dr. Yu is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Benign Essential Blepharospasm
    Experienced in Benign Essential Blepharospasm
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    Scripps Clinic Torrey Pines

    10710 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (10.0 miles away)
    858-299-2984
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Melissa Houser is a Neurologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Houser is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Essential Blepharospasm. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Myoclonus-Dystonia, and X-Linked Dystonia-Parkinsonism.

    Advanced in Benign Essential Blepharospasm

    Dr. Don O. Kikkawa
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Benign Essential Blepharospasm

    Dr. Don O. Kikkawa
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Regents Of The University Of UC

    9415 Campus Point Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (11.6 miles away)
    858-534-6290
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Offers Telehealth

    Don Kikkawa is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Kikkawa is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Essential Blepharospasm. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Eyelid Drooping, Ptosis, Graves Disease, and Thyroid Eye Disease.

    Experienced in Benign Essential Blepharospasm

    Dr. Daniel J. Coden
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Benign Essential Blepharospasm

    Dr. Daniel J. Coden
    Ophthalmology
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    Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla

    9888 Genesee Ave, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (11.2 miles away)
    858-457-3010
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Japanese, Spanish
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    Daniel Coden is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Coden is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Essential Blepharospasm. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Pterygium, Glaucoma, and Chalazion. Dr. Coden is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Benign Essential Blepharospasm
    Experienced in Benign Essential Blepharospasm
    Referral may be required

    UC San Diego Student Health SVC Pharmacy

    9500 Gilman Dr, 
    La Jolla, CA 
     (11.6 miles away)
    858-249-0856
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Offers Telehealth

    Caitlin Mulligan is a Neurologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California. Dr. Mulligan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Essential Blepharospasm. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Focal Dystonia, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Movement Disorders, and Parkinson's Disease.

    Experienced in Benign Essential Blepharospasm
    Experienced in Benign Essential Blepharospasm
    Referral may be required

    Jennifer Moreno Department Of Veterans Affairs Medical Center

    3350 La Jolla Village Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (11.7 miles away)
    858-552-8585
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Offers Telehealth

    Stephanie Lessig is a Neurologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Lessig is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Essential Blepharospasm. She is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Oppenheim Dystonia.

    Experienced in Benign Essential Blepharospasm
    Experienced in Benign Essential Blepharospasm
    Referral may be required

    Neurology First

    838 Nordahl Rd, 
    San Marcos, CA 
     (12.1 miles away)
    442-999-5977
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Offers Telehealth

    Aziz Ander is a Neurologist practicing medicine in San Marcos, California. Dr. Ander is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Essential Blepharospasm. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Landau-Kleffner Syndrome, Trigeminal Neuralgia, Migraine, and Memory Loss.

    Experienced in Benign Essential Blepharospasm

    Dr. Paul D. Huynh
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Benign Essential Blepharospasm

    Dr. Paul D. Huynh
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Advanced Eye & Laser Center Of California Inc.

    10737 Camino Ruiz Ste 100, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (12.5 miles away)
    619-283-1303
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Vietnamese
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    Accepting New Patients

    Paul Huynh is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Huynh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Essential Blepharospasm. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pterygium, Cataract, Glaucoma, and Allergic Conjunctivitis. Dr. Huynh is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Benign Essential Blepharospasm

    Dr. Omar K. Ozgur
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Benign Essential Blepharospasm

    Dr. Omar K. Ozgur
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Scripps Clinic Rancho Bernardo

    15004 Innovation Dr, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (12.9 miles away)
    858-240-8974
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Omar Ozgur is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. Ozgur is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Essential Blepharospasm. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ptosis, Eyelid Drooping, Blocked Tear Duct, and Blepharitis.

    Experienced in Benign Essential Blepharospasm

    Dr. Dawn K. De Castro
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Benign Essential Blepharospasm

    Dr. Dawn K. De Castro
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Sharp Healthcare

    10670 Wexford St, 
    San Diego, CA 
     (13.0 miles away)
    619-568-8220
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Offers Telehealth

    Dawn De Castro is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in San Diego, California. Dr. De Castro is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Essential Blepharospasm. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ptosis, Eyelid Drooping, Blocked Tear Duct, and Entropion.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Benign Essential Blepharospasm?

    Benign essential blepharospasm (BEB) is a progressive neurological disorder characterized by abnormal blinking or spasms of the eyelids. It is a form of dystonia, a group of movement disorders involving uncontrolled tensing of the muscles (contractions), rhythmic shaking (tremors), and other involuntary movements. BEB occurs in both men and women, although it is especially common in middle-aged women. Initial symptoms include an increased frequency of blinking, dry eyes, and eye irritation. As the condition progresses, spasms of the muscles surrounding the eyes cause involuntary winking or squinting and increasing difficulty keeping eyes open, which can lead to vision impairment. In more than half of all people with BEB, the symptoms affect other facial muscles and muscles in other areas of the body. When people with BEB also experience involuntary muscle spasms affecting the tongue and jaw, this is known as Meige syndrome. The cause of BEB is unknown; however, some cases appear to run through families.

    When should I see a Benign Essential Blepharospasm doctor near encinitas, CA?

    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 Benign Essential Blepharospasm doctor near encinitas, CA?

    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 do I find the best Benign Essential Blepharospasm doctor near encinitas, CA?

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    How does MediFind rank Benign Essential Blepharospasm doctors near encinitas, CA?

    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 Benign Essential Blepharospasm doctors near encinitas, CA?

    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 Benign Essential Blepharospasm doctor near encinitas, CA?

    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 Benign Essential Blepharospasm doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Benign Essential Blepharospasm 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 Benign Essential Blepharospasm doctor near encinitas, CA?

    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 Benign Essential Blepharospasm 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 Benign Essential Blepharospasm 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 Benign Essential Blepharospasm doctors near encinitas, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Benign Essential Blepharospasm 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 Benign Essential Blepharospasm doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Benign Essential Blepharospasm 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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