The 20 Best Paraplegia Doctors Near Me in Houston, TX

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The 20 Best Paraplegia Doctors near Houston, TX

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 116 doctor with experience in Paraplegia near Houston, TX. Of these, 102 are Experienced, 9 are Advanced and 5 are Distinguished.

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    Radha Korupolu
    Distinguished in Paraplegia
    Distinguished in Paraplegia

    Tirr Memorial Hermann

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

    Radha Korupolu is a Physiatrist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Korupolu is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. Her top areas of expertise are Paraplegia, Opisthotonos, Muscle Spasms, and Spasticity.

    Donna M. Bloodworth
    Advanced in Paraplegia
    Physiatry | Pain Medicine
    Advanced in Paraplegia
    Physiatry | Pain Medicine

    Baylor McNair - Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

    7200 Cambridge St, 10th Fl, Ste C-2, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Donna Bloodworth, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Houston and nearby communities. Donna Bloodworth specializes in Pain Medicine and works at Baylor McNair - Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. To make an appointment, please call (713) 797-9191. To review all accepted insurance carriers, please visit: https://www.stlukeshealth.org/patients-visitors/patients/billing-insurance/insurances-accepted. Dr. Bloodworth is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. Her top areas of expertise are Paraplegia, Foot Drop, Chronic Pain, and Hemiplegia.

    Distinguished in Paraplegia
    Distinguished in Paraplegia

    Tirr Memorial Hermann

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

    Argyrios Stampas is a Physiatrist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Stampas is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Paraplegia, Neurogenic Bowel, Spasticity, and Autonomic Dysreflexia.

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    Distinguished in Paraplegia
    Distinguished in Paraplegia

    Tirr Memorial Hermann

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

    Joel Frontera is a Physiatrist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Frontera is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Paraplegia, Neurogenic Bowel, Spasticity, and Opisthotonos.

    Distinguished in Paraplegia
    Physiatry
    Distinguished in Paraplegia
    Physiatry

    Tirr Memorial Hermann

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

    Lisa Wenzel is a Physiatrist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Wenzel is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. Her top areas of expertise are Post Polio Syndrome, Paraplegia, Neurogenic Bowel, and Autonomic Dysreflexia.

    Distinguished in Paraplegia
    Neurology
    Distinguished in Paraplegia
    Neurology

    Houston Methodist Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation Associates

    6560 Fannin St Ste 1878, 
    Houston, TX 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jenny Lai is a Neurologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Lai is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. Her top areas of expertise are Post Polio Syndrome, Hemiplegia, Paraplegia, and Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS).

    Eric M. Bershad
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Baylor College Of Medicine - Neurology

    7200 Cambridge St, 9th Floor, BCM 609-1, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Eric Bershad, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Houston and nearby communities. Eric Bershad 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. Bershad is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Increased Intracranial Pressure, Stroke, Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, and Thrombectomy.

    George J. Hutton
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Baylor College Of Medicine

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

    I have dedicated my professional career to the care of patients with multiple sclerosis, neuromyelitis optica, and related demyelinating diseases. This includes clinical care, clinical research, community involvement and public education efforts. I am medical director of the Maxine Mesinger Multiple Sclerosis Comprehensive Care Center, a large multidisciplinary care center founded in 2003. Located in the Texas Medical center, we are recognized as a Partner in MS Care by the National MS Society. As director of clinical trials, I have served as principal investigator in over 30 clinical trials of MS therapeutics over the past 13 years. Dr. Hutton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Transverse Myelitis, and Alpers-Huttenlocher Syndrome.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    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 Paraplegia. Her top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Opisthotonos, Seizures, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Performance Pain And Sports Medicine PLLC

    4126 Southwest Fwy Ste 1700, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Suzanne Manzi is a Physiatrist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Manzi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Cervical Spondylosis, Frontonasal Dysplasia Klippel Feil Syndrome, and Processing Deficient Progeroid Laminopathies (PDPL).

    Prathap Joseph
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center

    6411 Fannin St, 
    Houston, TX 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Prathap Joseph is a Physiatrist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Joseph is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Stroke, Susac Syndrome, and Guillain-Barre Syndrome.

    Advanced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Paraplegia
    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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. Her top areas of expertise are Paraplegia, Cerebral Palsy, Hemiplegia, and Neurogenic Bowel.

    Advanced in Paraplegia
    Advanced in Paraplegia

    Tirr Memorial Hermann

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

    Isaac Hernandez is a Physiatrist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Hernandez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Paraplegia, Spinal Stenosis, Neurogenic Bowel, and Autonomic Dysreflexia.

    Advanced in Paraplegia
    Advanced in Paraplegia

    Tirr Memorial Hermann

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

    Matthew Davis is a Physiatrist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Davis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Paraplegia, Neurogenic Bowel, Guillain-Barre Syndrome, and Miller-Fisher Syndrome.

    Advanced in Paraplegia
    Advanced in Paraplegia

    Tirr Memorial Hermann

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

    Elaine Magat is a Physiatrist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Magat is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. Her top areas of expertise are Spasticity, Opisthotonos, Muscle Spasms, and Hemiplegia.

    Gerard Francisco
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Experienced in Paraplegia

    Tirr Memorial Hermann

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

    Gerard Francisco is a Physiatrist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Francisco is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Spasticity, Hemiplegia, Stroke, and Cerebral Palsy.

    Advanced in Paraplegia
    Advanced in Paraplegia

    Office

    1333 Moursund St Bldg G, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Felicia Skelton is a Physiatrist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Skelton is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. Her top areas of expertise are Paraplegia, Neurogenic Bowel, and Syringomyelia.

    Advanced in Paraplegia
    Advanced in Paraplegia

    Foundation For Orthopedic Athletic & Reconstructive Research

    6400 Fannin St Ste 1700, 
    Houston, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ajai Sambasivan is a Physiatrist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Sambasivan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Post Polio Syndrome, Paraplegia, Spinal Stenosis, and Tendinitis.

    Ronald W. Killam
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine

    East Houston Physicians Group, PA

    11821 East Fwy, Ste 175, 
    Houston, TX 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ronald Killam, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Houston and nearby communities. Ronald Killam specializes in Internal Medicine and works at East Houston Physicians Group, PA. To make an appointment, please call (281) 768-7672. To review all accepted insurance carriers, please visit: https://www.stlukeshealth.org/patients-visitors/patients/billing-insurance/insurances-accepted. Dr. Killam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Diverticular Disease, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Paraplegia
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    2328 Fannin St, 
    Houston, TX 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jennifer Johnson is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Johnson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Paraplegia?

    Paraplegia is a paralysis which affects all or part of the lower body, the trunk, legs, and pelvic organs. Paralysis involves a loss of muscle control and can be complete or partial.  While there are different types and causes of paraplegia, the most common type is caused by spinal cord injury due to trauma (motor vehicle accidents, falls, violence, sports or recreation injuries, alcohol use, or gunshot or knife wound) that damages the spinal cord. After a traumatic spinal cord injury, additional damage often occurs over time due to bleeding, swelling, and inflammation. In contrast, non-traumatic spinal cord injury may be caused by arthritis, cancer, inflammation, infections, nerve or autoimmune diseases, polio, or disk degeneration of the spine.

    When should I see a Paraplegia 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 Paraplegia 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 Paraplegia 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 Paraplegia 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 Paraplegia 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 Paraplegia doctor search results page. 

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

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Paraplegia 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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