The 20 Best Down Syndrome Doctors Near Me in Houston, TX

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 28 doctor with experience in Down Syndrome near Houston, TX. Of these, 23 are Experienced, 4 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Cynthia L. Peacock
    Advanced in Down Syndrome
    Advanced in Down Syndrome

    Baylor McNair - General Medicine

    7200 Cambridge St, Ste 8 B, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German, Mandarin, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Cynthia Peacock, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Houston and nearby communities. Cynthia Peacock specializes in Pediatrics and works at Baylor McNair - General Medicine. To make an appointment, please call (713) 798-6333. To review all accepted insurance carriers, please visit: https://www.stlukeshealth.org/patients-visitors/patients/billing-insurance/insurances-accepted. Dr. Peacock is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Down Syndrome, Moebius Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, and Rett Syndrome.

    Distinguished in Down Syndrome
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Down Syndrome
    Internal Medicine

    Baylor Medicine Transition Medicine

    7200 Cambridge St, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ellen Fremion is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Fremion is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Cerebral Palsy, Moebius Syndrome, Down Syndrome, and Myelomeningocele.

    Advanced in Down Syndrome
    Advanced in Down Syndrome

    Baylor College Of Medicine - Transition Medicine

    7200 Cambridge St, Ste 8A, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Berens, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Houston and nearby communities. John Berens specializes in Pediatrics and works at Baylor College of Medicine, Transition Medicine. To make an appointment, please call (713) 798-6333. To review all accepted insurance carriers, please visit: https://www.stlukeshealth.org/patients-visitors/patients/billing-insurance/insurances-accepted. Dr. Berens is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Cerebral Palsy, Moebius Syndrome, Down Syndrome, and Bowel Incontinence.

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    Melissa M. Yu
    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Experienced in Down Syndrome

    Baylor College Of Medicine

    7200 Cambridge St, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Melissa Yu, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Houston and nearby communities. Melissa Yu specializes in Neurology (Brain and Spine) and works at BCM Neurology. To make an appointment, please call (713) 798-2273. Dr. Yu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), Alzheimer's Disease, and Cerebellar Degeneration.

    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Experienced in Down Syndrome

    Tirr Memorial Hermann

    1333 Moursund St, 
    Houston, TX 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sudha Tallavajhula is a Neurologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Tallavajhula is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Opisthotonos, Seizures, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.

    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Experienced in Down Syndrome

    Office

    6701 Fannin St Ste 1250, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Danielle Takacs is a Neurologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Takacs is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are West Syndrome, Epilepsy in Children, Spasmus Nutans, and Seizures.

    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Experienced in Down Syndrome

    Office

    6701 Fannin St Ste 1250, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Davila is a Neurologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Davila is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Vein of Galen Aneurysm, and Wyburn-Mason Syndrome.

    Jennifer Guss
    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Internal Medicine

    Medical Clinic Of Houston Llp

    1701 Sunset Blvd, 
    Houston, TX 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jennifer Guss is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Guss is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Cavernous Sinus Thrombosis, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

    Advanced in Down Syndrome
    Internal Medicine | Family Medicine
    Advanced in Down Syndrome
    Internal Medicine | Family Medicine

    Baylor College Of Medicine - Medicine

    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kathryn Kemere, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Houston and nearby communities. Kathryn Kemere specializes in Internal Medicine and works at BCM Medicine. To make an appointment, please call (713) 798-6333. To review all accepted insurance carriers, please visit: https://www.stlukeshealth.org/patients-visitors/patients/billing-insurance/insurances-accepted. Dr. Kemere is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Moebius Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, and Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS).

    Advanced in Down Syndrome
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Down Syndrome
    Internal Medicine

    Baylor Medicine Transition Medicine

    7200 Cambridge St, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Elisha Acosta is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Acosta is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, Moebius Syndrome, and Bowel Incontinence.

    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    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 Down Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Internal Medicine

    UT Physicians Care Clinic-Texas Medical Center

    6410 Fannin St, 
    Houston, TX 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Susan Pelini is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Pelini is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Paraplegia, Cerebral Palsy, Hemiplegia, and Neurogenic Bowel.

    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Neurology
    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Neurology

    Houston Methodist Department Of Neurology-Texas Medical Center

    6560 Fannin St Ste 802, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Kent is a Neurologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Kent is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Traumatic Brain Injury, Low Blood Pressure, Concussion, and Thrombectomy.

    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Infectious Disease

    Office

    6701 Fannin St Fl 17, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Armando Correa is a primary care provider, practicing in Infectious Disease in Houston, Texas. Dr. Correa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Down Syndrome, GAPO Syndrome, Moebius Syndrome, and Cerebral Palsy.

    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Pediatric Neurology

    Office

    6701 Fannin St Ste 1250, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Charles Gay is a Pediatric Neurologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Gay is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome, Lafora Disease, and Epilepsy Juvenile Absence.

    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Pediatric Neurology

    Office

    6701 Fannin St Ste 1250, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nikita Shukla is a Pediatric Neurologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Shukla is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Encephalitis, Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis, Rasmussen Encephalitis, and Seizures.

    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Family Medicine

    Office

    511 Tidwell Rd # A, 
    Houston, TX 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jorge Guerrero is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Guerrero is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Family Medicine

    Advanced Diagnostics

    8307 Knight Rd, 
    Houston, TX 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Chinedu Nwankwo is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Nwankwo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Dementia, Insomnia, Protein Deficiency, and Parinaud Oculoglandular Syndrome.

    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Family Medicine

    Maritime Pharmacy

    900 Broadway St, 
    Houston, TX 
     (6.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marise Kelly is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Kelly is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Industrial Bronchitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Colitis, and Obesity in Children.

    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Down Syndrome
    Family Medicine

    Santa Clara Family Clinic PLLC

    3420 Woodridge Dr, 
    Houston, TX 
     (6.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Yuliet Mora is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Mora is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Down Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Xanthoma, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Down Syndrome?

    Down syndrome is a chromosomal condition that is associated with intellectual disability, a characteristic facial appearance, and weak muscle tone (hypotonia) in infancy. All affected individuals experience cognitive delays, but the intellectual disability is usually mild to moderate.

    When should I see a Down Syndrome 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 Down Syndrome 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 Down Syndrome 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 Down Syndrome 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 Down Syndrome 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 Down Syndrome doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Down Syndrome 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 Down Syndrome 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 Down Syndrome 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 Down Syndrome 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 Down Syndrome doctors near Houston, TX?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Down Syndrome 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 Down Syndrome doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Down Syndrome 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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