The 20 Best Benign Essential Blepharospasm Doctors Near Me in jacksonville, FL

Find the Top Benign Essential Blepharospasm Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 12 doctor with experience in Benign Essential Blepharospasm near jacksonville, FL. Of these, 10 are Experienced and 2 are Advanced.

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12 providers found
    Experienced in Benign Essential Blepharospasm
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Benign Essential Blepharospasm
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Uf Health Ophthalmology-Jacksonville

    580 W 8th St Fl 3, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sandeep Grover is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Grover 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 Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Retinitis Pigmentosa, Retinopathy Pigmentary Mental Retardation, Trabeculectomy, and Vitrectomy. Dr. Grover is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Knauer & Smithwick Ophthalmology Assoc.

    2535 Riverside Ave, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Walter Smithwick-Iv is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Smithwick-Iv is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Essential Blepharospasm. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Blocked Tear Duct, Entropion, Chalazion, and Ptosis. Dr. Smithwick-Iv is board certified in The American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Smithwick-Iv is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Baptist Neurology Inc

    841 Prudential Dr Fl 10, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Zhigao Huang is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Huang is rated as an Advanced 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 Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Essential Tremor. Dr. Huang is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Levenson Eye Associates

    751 Oak St, Ste 200, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Jeffrey Levenson is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Levenson 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 Cataract, Glaucoma, Diabetic Retinopathy, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Cataract Removal. Dr. Levenson is board certified in The American Board Of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology. Dr. Levenson is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Atlantic Eye Institute

    6207 Bennett Rd, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Karim Samara is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Samara is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Essential Blepharospasm. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, Glaucoma, and Meibomianitis. Dr. Samara is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Arastoo T Nabizadeh MD PA

    6816 Southpoint Pkwy Ste 201, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (5.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Arastoo Nabizadeh is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Nabizadeh 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 Migraine, Cervical Myelopathy, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, and New Daily Persistent Headache (NDPH). Dr. Nabizadeh is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Uf Health Neurology-Jtb Kernan

    5191 First Coast Tech Pkwy, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (12.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Joseph Legacy is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Legacy is rated as an Advanced 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 Primary Orthostatic Tremor, Benign Essential Blepharospasm, Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Legacy is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Hca Florida First Coast Neurology-Orange Park

    1825 Kingsley Ave Ste 190, 
    Orange Park, FL 
     (12.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Christine Pierre is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Orange Park, Florida. Dr. Pierre is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Essential Blepharospasm. She is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Trigeminal Neuralgia, Subdural Hematoma, and Migraine. Dr. Pierre is currently accepting new patients.

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

    North Florida Surgeons PA

    11945 San Jose Blvd Ste 300, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (12.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Ernst Nicolitz is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Nicolitz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Essential Blepharospasm. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). Dr. Nicolitz is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Mayo Clinic Hospital In Florida

    4500 San Pablo Rd S, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (13.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ryan Uitti is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Uitti is rated as an Experienced 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 Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Multiple System Atrophy, Progressive Supranuclear Palsy Atypical, and Deep Brain Stimulation. Dr. Uitti is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Mayo Clinic Hospital In Florida

    4500 San Pablo Rd S, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (13.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Eric Eggenberger is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Eggenberger 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 Optic Neuritis, Brown Syndrome, Increased Intracranial Pressure, Amaurosis Fugax, and Microvascular Decompression.

    Experienced in Benign Essential Blepharospasm
    Experienced in Benign Essential Blepharospasm
    Referral may be required
    4500 San Pablo Rd S, 
    Jacksonville, FL 
     (13.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kathleen Kennelly is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Kennelly is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Benign Essential Blepharospasm. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Focal Dystonia, Guillain-Barre Syndrome, Miller-Fisher Syndrome, and Chronic Polyradiculoneuritis.

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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 jacksonville, FL?

    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 jacksonville, FL?

    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 Benign Essential Blepharospasm doctors near jacksonville, FL?

    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 jacksonville, FL?

    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 jacksonville, FL?

    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 jacksonville, FL?

    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 jacksonville, FL?

    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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