The 20 Best Facial Paralysis Doctors Near Me in Elmhurst, NY

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The 20 Best Facial Paralysis Doctors near Elmhurst, NY

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 693 doctor with experience in Facial Paralysis near Elmhurst, NY. Of these, 647 are Experienced, 37 are Advanced and 7 are Distinguished.

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    Salman Azhar
    Advanced in Facial Paralysis
    Advanced in Facial Paralysis

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neurology At Lenox Hill

    130 East 77th Street, Black Hall, 8th Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Urdu
    Offers Telehealth

    Salman Azhar is a Neurologist in New York, New York. Dr. Azhar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Facial Paralysis. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Hemiplegia, Gastrostomy, and Stent Placement.

    Distinguished in Facial Paralysis
    Distinguished in Facial Paralysis

    Teresella Gondolo MDPC

    3717 91st St, 
    Jackson Heights, NY 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Teresella Gondolo is a Neurologist in Jackson Heights, New York. Dr. Gondolo is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Facial Paralysis. Her top areas of expertise are Tension Headache, Epilepsy, Memory Loss, and Bell's Palsy.

    Advanced in Facial Paralysis
    Neurology | Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Facial Paralysis
    Neurology | Internal Medicine
    10124 Queens Boulevard, Suite A, 
    Forest Hills, NY 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Marina Neystat is a Neurologist and an Internal Medicine provider in Forest Hills, New York. Dr. Neystat is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Facial Paralysis. Her top areas of expertise are Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo, New Daily Persistent Headache (NDPH), Migraine, and Chronic Demyelinizing Neuropathy with IgM Monoclonal.

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    Gary S. Hirshfield
    Experienced in Facial Paralysis
    Experienced in Facial Paralysis

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Ophthalmology At Fresh Meadows

    176-60 Union Turnpike, 
    Fresh Meadows, NY 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gary Hirshfield is an Ophthalmologist in Fresh Meadows, New York. Dr. Hirshfield is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Facial Paralysis. His top areas of expertise are Dry Eye Syndrome, Cataract, Glaucoma, and Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD).

    Rakhna Araslanova
    Experienced in Facial Paralysis
    Plastic Surgery | Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Facial Paralysis
    Plastic Surgery | Otolaryngology
    923 5th Avenue, Apartment 1A, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rakhna Araslanova is an Otolaryngologist and a Plastic Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Araslanova is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Facial Paralysis. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Deafness, TMJ Disorders, Infant Hearing Loss, Laryngectomy, and Stent Placement.

    Caleb J. Fan
    Experienced in Facial Paralysis
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Facial Paralysis
    Otolaryngology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Otolaryngology At Lenox Hill, East 76th Street

    186 East 76th Street, 2nd Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Caleb Fan, MD is a Taiwanese-American, board-certified otolaryngologist who completed his subspecialty training in neurotology (ear surgery) at the world-renowned Michigan Ear Institute. He specializes in hearing restoration and in treating adults and children with complex disorders of the ear, lateral skull base, and cerebellopontine angle. He is trained in both minimally invasive endoscopic and exoscopic surgical approaches, which provide improved visualization, ergonomics, and teaching capabilities during surgery. Dr. Fan has a passion for education. His Instagram videos (dr.fan.of.ears) simultaneously entertain and educate the public about everything ear related. His YouTube channel (@drfanofears) contains surgical technique videos for both medical trainees and patients alike who are curious about ear surgery. Feel free to follow if you want to learn more about the world of ears. Dr. Fan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Facial Paralysis. His top areas of expertise are Otosclerosis, Familial Otosclerosis, Meniere Disease, Mastoidectomy, and Islet Cell Transplantation.

    Distinguished in Facial Paralysis
    Plastic Surgery
    Distinguished in Facial Paralysis
    Plastic Surgery

    Mount Sinai Doctors East 85th Street

    234 E 85th St # 5, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Joshua Rosenberg is a Plastic Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Rosenberg is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Facial Paralysis. His top areas of expertise are Facial Paralysis, Recurrent Peripheral Facial Palsy, Low Nasal Bridge, and Melanoma. Dr. Rosenberg is currently accepting new patients.

    Larry J. Shemen
    Experienced in Facial Paralysis
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Facial Paralysis
    Otolaryngology
    233 East 69th Street, Suite 1D, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    I strive to provide the best and most current techniques in head and neck surgery. Following my training at the University of Toronto, Cedars Sinai in Los Angeles and Sloan Kettering here in NY, I was appointed as Residency Director at Manhattan Eye Ear Throat Hospital. Since 1987, I have been in private practice in Manhattan and Queens, where I am the Chief of the Head and Neck Service. I have had over 30 years of experience dealing with tumors in this region.My interests include thyroid and parathyroid surgery, salivary gland surgery, cancers of the oral cavity and larynx and the treatment of sinusitis. Nerve monitoring during complex surgery is frequently utilized.This is a solo practice so all patients are seen and treated by myself, both in the office and in the operating room. Dr. Shemen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Facial Paralysis. His top areas of expertise are Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss, Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Painful Swallowing, and Thyroidectomy.

    Samir Alkabie
    Experienced in Facial Paralysis
    Experienced in Facial Paralysis

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neurology At Lenox Hill

    130 East 77th Street, Black Hall, 8th Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Samir Alkabie is a Neurologist in New York, New York. Dr. Alkabie has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Facial Paralysis. His top areas of expertise are Encephalitis, Optic Neuritis, Transverse Myelitis, and Neuromyelitis Optica.

    Jamie R. Mitchell
    Experienced in Facial Paralysis
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Facial Paralysis
    Ophthalmology

    Northwell Health Glaucoma Center At MEETH

    210 East 64th Street, 6th Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Mitchell is a fellowship trained in neuro-ophthalmologist. She completed Medical school and ophthalmology residency at the University of Minnesota MPLS and went on to complete a fellowship in neuro-ophthalmology at Weill Cornell Medical College.She specializes in seeing patients who may have an underlying neurologic disorder producing eye symptoms including1. Double vision2. Visual field issues3. Sudden vision loss4. Abnormal appearing optic nerves5. Abnormal pupils6. Visual symptoms in association with neurologic conditions and medical conditions such as:-Vision loss, double vision, and other symptoms of the visual system in multiple sclerosis.- Double vision, proptosis and visual loss in Graves disease.- Visual symptoms including field loss in traumatic brain injury and stroke- Transient visual loss and decreased vision in pseudotumor cerebri.She sees clinic patients at the Manhattan Eye Ear and Throat Hospital and is affiliated with Lenox Hill Hospital. Dr. Mitchell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Facial Paralysis. Her top areas of expertise are Strabismus, Papilledema, Optic Neuritis, and Increased Intracranial Pressure.

    Sara N. Yoon
    Experienced in Facial Paralysis
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Facial Paralysis
    Ophthalmology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Ophthalmology At MEETH

    210 East 64th Street, 7th Floor, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Korean

    Sara Yoon is an Ophthalmologist in New York, New York. Dr. Yoon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Facial Paralysis. Her top areas of expertise are Interstitial Keratitis, Blepharitis, Eyelid Bump, and Cataract.

    Darius Kohan
    Experienced in Facial Paralysis
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Facial Paralysis
    Otolaryngology
    863 Park Avenue, Suite 1, 
    New York, NY 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Romanian, Spanish

    We specialize in all aspects of otolaryngology (ENT) with focus on diseases of the ear including hearing loss, tinnitus,and vertigo. We perform hearing restoration surgery for otoslerosis (stapedectomy), cholesteatoma (tympanomastoidectomy), acoustic neuroma (multiple techniques). We also perform Cochlear Implant surgery for patients with profound hearing losss. Please visit our web site for more detailed information. Dr. Kohan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Facial Paralysis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Deafness, Hearing Loss, Tinnitus, and Infant Hearing Loss.

    Anzhela Dvorkina
    Experienced in Facial Paralysis
    Family Medicine | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Facial Paralysis
    Family Medicine | Internal Medicine

    Century Medical & Dental Center

    200 Livingston St, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Anzhela Dvorkina is a Board Certified Internal Medicine physician with over 30 years of experience. Doctor Anzhela Dvorkina graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center in the year 1983 and was awarded the doctor of medicine degree. Since then she has received numerous awards from local authorities in the state of New York. Dr. Dvorkina is currently working at Century Medical & Dental Center. Her main goal is to help her patients go through any health problems with dedicated support and professionalism. Dr. Dvorkina is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Facial Paralysis. Her top areas of expertise are Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS), Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, High Cholesterol, and Obesity.

    Laurent O. Ganry
    Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery | Dentistry
    Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery | Dentistry

    Northwell Health

    27005 76th Ave, Suite M1, 
    New Hyde Park, NY 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    21+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Laurent Ganry is an Academic Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon (OMFS) with dual fellowship training in the USA, practicing Oncologic Head & Neck Surgery, Reconstructive Facial Surgery & Cosmetic Facial Procedure, and a third Fellowship training in Plastic surgery (Japan).He is an attending physician at the Long Island Jewish Medical Center in New York, USA, and an assistant professor at the Donal and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell (Northwell Health).He earned his Medical Degree in OMFS at La Sorbonne University — College of Medicine, one of the top medical universities in Paris, France.Subsequently, he obtained Complementary Training in Facial Plastic Surgery and ENT / OMFS — Head and Neck Surgery in France, Japan, and the USA.He won Multiple Awards in Surgical Innovations and International Reconstructive Microsurgery Competitions, developed a medical device (Paten in the USA), and published over 30 scientific articles and book chapters, including one article in The Lancet Journal (one of the most prestigious medical journals).His scope of practice is:- Head and Neck Oncological Surgery - Reconstructive Facial Surgery - Benign Soft Tissue Tumors of the head and neck area- Benign Osseous Tumors and Cysts of the facial skeleton- Facial Trauma, Facial Paralysis, and Facial Sequels / Deformities Corrective Surgery- Facial Plastic Surgery (non-surgical & surgical)- Facial gender Affirming surgery. . His top areas of expertise are Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Tongue Cancer, Facial Paralysis, Bone Graft, and Osteotomy.

    Experienced in Facial Paralysis
    Experienced in Facial Paralysis

    Office

    5814 Junction Blvd Ste F4, 
    Elmhurst, NY 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Deepika Bajaj is a Neurologist in Elmhurst, New York. Dr. Bajaj is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Facial Paralysis. Her top areas of expertise are Conversion Disorder, Cerebellar Degeneration, Vertigo, and Hemiplegia.

    Experienced in Facial Paralysis
    Experienced in Facial Paralysis
    9405 60th Avenue, 
    Elmhurst, NY 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu

    Anil Kapoor is a Neurologist in Elmhurst, New York. Dr. Kapoor is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Facial Paralysis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope, Seizures, Memory Loss, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Facial Paralysis
    Neurology
    Experienced in Facial Paralysis
    Neurology

    Office

    9131 Queens Blvd Ste 322, 
    Elmhurst, NY 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Maria Duran is a Neurologist in Elmhurst, New York. Dr. Duran is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Facial Paralysis. Her top areas of expertise are Increased Head Circumference, Microcephaly, Microcephaly with Spastic Quadriplegia, and Zika Virus Disease.

    Experienced in Facial Paralysis
    Experienced in Facial Paralysis

    NYC Medical And Neurodiagnostic PC

    6318 Austin St, 
    Rego Park, NY 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dmitriy Kolesnik is a Neurologist in Rego Park, New York. Dr. Kolesnik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Facial Paralysis. His top areas of expertise are Peripheral Neuropathy, Neuralgia, Vertigo, and Landau-Kleffner Syndrome.

    Experienced in Facial Paralysis
    Experienced in Facial Paralysis

    Greater NY Neurology PC

    110-45 Queens Blvd, Suite 105, 
    Forest Hills, NY 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ellen Edgar is a Neurologist in Forest Hills, New York. Dr. Edgar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Facial Paralysis. Her top areas of expertise are Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Tension Headache, Vasoconstriction, and Migraine.

    Experienced in Facial Paralysis
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Facial Paralysis
    Ophthalmology
    5650 Myrtle Avenue, 
    Ridgewood, NY 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Farsi, Hebrew

    Ilan Cohen is an Ophthalmologist in Ridgewood, New York. Dr. Cohen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Facial Paralysis. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Blepharitis, Allergic Conjunctivitis, and Glaucoma.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Facial Paralysis?

    Facial paralysis means that a person is no longer able to move some or all of the muscles on one or both sides of the face.

    When should I see a Facial Paralysis doctor near Elmhurst, NY?

    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 Facial Paralysis doctor near Elmhurst, NY?

    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 Facial Paralysis doctors near Elmhurst, NY?

    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 Facial Paralysis doctors near Elmhurst, NY?

    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 Facial Paralysis doctor near Elmhurst, NY?

    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 Facial Paralysis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Facial Paralysis 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 Facial Paralysis doctor near Elmhurst, NY?

    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 Facial Paralysis 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 Facial Paralysis 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 Facial Paralysis doctors near Elmhurst, NY?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Facial Paralysis 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 Facial Paralysis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Facial Paralysis 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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