The 20 Best Facial Paralysis Doctors Near Me in Houston, TX

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The 20 Best Facial Paralysis Doctors near Houston, TX

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 133 doctor with experience in Facial Paralysis near Houston, TX. Of these, 122 are Experienced, 8 are Advanced and 3 are Distinguished.

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    Alex D. Sweeney
    Advanced in Facial Paralysis
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Facial Paralysis
    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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Facial Paralysis. His top areas of expertise are Cholesteatoma, Schwannoma, Hearing Loss, Mastoidectomy, and Myringotomy.

    Jacob Mandel
    Experienced in Facial Paralysis
    Neurology | Oncology | Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Facial Paralysis
    Neurology | Oncology | Neurosurgery

    Baylor College Of Medicine

    1502 Taub Loop, 
    Houston, TX 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jacob Mandel, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Houston and nearby communities. Jacob Mandel specializes in Neurology (Brain and Spine) and works at BCM Neurology. To make an appointment, please call (713) 798-2273. To review all accepted insurance carriers, please visit: https://www.stlukeshealth.org/patients-visitors/patients/billing-insurance/insurances-accepted. Dr. Mandel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Facial Paralysis. His top areas of expertise are Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, Glioma, and Brain Tumor.

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

    Houston Methodist Institute For Reconstructive Surgery

    6560 Fannin St Ste 2200, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Klebuc is a Plastic Surgeon in Houston, Texas. Dr. Klebuc 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, Pectus Excavatum, Cheilitis Glandularis, and Tissue Biopsy.

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    Distinguished in Facial Paralysis
    Otolaryngology
    Distinguished in Facial Paralysis
    Otolaryngology

    Office

    1515 Holcombe Blvd Unit 441, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Gidley is an Otolaryngologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Gidley is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Facial Paralysis. His top areas of expertise are Ear Cancer, Acoustic Neuroma, Schwannoma, Mastoidectomy, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Distinguished in Facial Paralysis
    Ophthalmology | Plastic Surgery
    Distinguished in Facial Paralysis
    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 a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Facial Paralysis. His top areas of expertise are Ptosis, Eyelid Drooping, Chalazion, Entropion, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Michael T. Yen
    Experienced in Facial Paralysis
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Facial Paralysis
    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 Facial Paralysis. His top areas of expertise are Benign Essential Blepharospasm, Blocked Tear Duct, Ptosis, and Eyelid Drooping.

    K K. Gallagher
    Experienced in Facial Paralysis
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Facial Paralysis
    Otolaryngology

    Baylor College Of Medicine - Otolaryngology

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

    Dr. Kathleen Kelly Gallagher is an Associate Professor of Rhinology and Skull Base Surgery. Her clinical interests are Open and Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery: Benign & malignant neoplasms of the sinuses and skull base, CSF leak repair, Cutaneous malignancy, MOHS reconstruction and melanoma. Dr. Gallagher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Facial Paralysis. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak, Sinusitis, Gastrostomy, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Experienced in Facial Paralysis
    Experienced in Facial Paralysis

    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 Facial Paralysis. Her top areas of expertise are Tension Headache, Peripheral Neuropathy, Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction, Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Facial Paralysis
    Legal Medicine
    Experienced in Facial Paralysis
    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 Facial Paralysis. His top areas of expertise are Pierre Robin Sequence, Cholesteatoma, Choanal Atresia, Adenoidectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Facial Paralysis
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Facial Paralysis
    Otolaryngology

    Houston Methodist ENT & Facial Plastic Surgery Associates

    6550 Fannin St Ste 1723, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Vrabec is an Otolaryngologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Vrabec is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Facial Paralysis. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo, DFNB1, Nerve Decompression, and Bone Graft. Dr. Vrabec is currently accepting new patients.

    Nathan Lindquist
    Experienced in Facial Paralysis
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Facial Paralysis
    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 Facial Paralysis. His top areas of expertise are Labyrinthitis, Acoustic Neuroma, Hearing Loss, Adenoidectomy, and Mastoidectomy.

    Advanced in Facial Paralysis
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Facial Paralysis
    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 Facial Paralysis. 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 Facial Paralysis
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Facial Paralysis
    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 Facial Paralysis. His top areas of expertise are Allergic Conjunctivitis, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), Entropion, and Chalazion. Dr. Urso is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Facial Paralysis
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Facial Paralysis
    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 Facial Paralysis. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Glaucoma, Subconjunctival Hemorrhage, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Cataract Removal.

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

    Experienced in Facial Paralysis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Facial Paralysis
    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 Facial Paralysis. Her top areas of expertise are Osteomyelitis in Children, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

    Experienced in Facial Paralysis
    Experienced in Facial Paralysis

    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 Facial Paralysis. His top areas of expertise are Meige Syndrome, Tension Headache, Essential Tremor, and Memory Loss. Dr. Gilmer is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Facial Paralysis
    Experienced in Facial Paralysis

    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 Facial Paralysis. His top areas of expertise are New Daily Persistent Headache (NDPH), Migraine, Memory Loss, and Cluster Headache.

    Experienced in Facial Paralysis
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Facial Paralysis
    Otolaryngology

    Office

    1103 Banks St, 
    Houston, TX 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marcus Hershey is an Otolaryngologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Hershey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Facial Paralysis. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Swimmer's Ear, Familial Deafness, and Low Nasal Bridge.

    Experienced in Facial Paralysis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Facial Paralysis
    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 Facial Paralysis. His top areas of expertise are HIV/AIDS, AIDS Dementia Complex, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, and Syphilis.

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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 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 Facial Paralysis 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 Facial Paralysis 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 Facial Paralysis 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 Facial Paralysis 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 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 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 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 Houston, TX?

    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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