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    MediFind found 16 doctor with experience in Bell's Palsy near Iowa City, IA. Of these, 11 are Experienced, 3 are Distinguished and 2 are Advanced.

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    16 providers found
      Distinguished in Bell's Palsy
      Plastic Surgery | Otolaryngology | Pediatric Otolaryngology
      Distinguished in Bell's Palsy
      Plastic Surgery | Otolaryngology | Pediatric Otolaryngology

      State University Of Iowa

      200 Hawkins Dr, 
      Iowa City, IA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Experience:
      9+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Scott Owen is a Plastic Surgeon and an Otolaryngologist in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Owen has been practicing medicine for over 9 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. His top areas of expertise are Progressive Hemifacial Atrophy, Bell's Palsy, Facial Paralysis, Recurrent Peripheral Facial Palsy, and Balloon Sinuplasty. Dr. Owen is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Bell's Palsy
      Experienced in Bell's Palsy

      State University Of Iowa

      200 Hawkins Dr, 
      Iowa City, IA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Andrea Swenson is a Neurologist in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Swenson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. Her top areas of expertise are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Primary Lateral Sclerosis, Myasthenia Gravis, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), and Rhizotomy. Dr. Swenson is currently accepting new patients.

      What does Elite, Distinguished, Advanced, Experienced mean?
      Distinguished in Bell's Palsy
      Otolaryngology
      Distinguished in Bell's Palsy
      Otolaryngology

      State University Of Iowa

      200 Hawkins Dr, 
      Iowa City, IA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Bruce Gantz is an Otolaryngologist in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Gantz is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. His top areas of expertise are Hearing Loss, Acoustic Neuroma, Schwannoma, Nerve Decompression, and Mastoidectomy. Dr. Gantz is currently accepting new patients.

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      Distinguished in Bell's Palsy
      Otolaryngology
      Distinguished in Bell's Palsy
      Otolaryngology

      State University Of Iowa

      200 Hawkins Dr, 
      Iowa City, IA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Marlan Hansen is an Otolaryngologist in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Hansen is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. His top areas of expertise are Acoustic Neuroma, Schwannoma, Hearing Loss, Nerve Decompression, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Hansen is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Bell's Palsy
      Ophthalmology
      Advanced in Bell's Palsy
      Ophthalmology
      200 Hawkins Dr, 
      Iowa City, IA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Keith Carter is an Ophthalmologist in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Carter is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. His top areas of expertise are Entropion, Graves Disease, Blocked Tear Duct, and Benign Essential Blepharospasm. Dr. Carter is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Bell's Palsy
      Ophthalmology
      Advanced in Bell's Palsy
      Ophthalmology

      State University Of Iowa

      105 E 9th St, University Of Iowa Health, 
      Coralville, IA 
       (2.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Erin Shriver is an Ophthalmologist in Coralville, Iowa. Dr. Shriver is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. Her top areas of expertise are Entropion, Eyelid Drooping, Ptosis, Anophthalmia Plus Syndrome, and Trabeculectomy. Dr. Shriver is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Bell's Palsy
      Ophthalmology
      Experienced in Bell's Palsy
      Ophthalmology
      200 Hawkins Dr, 
      Iowa City, IA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Experience:
      16+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Ferhat Evliyaoglu is an Ophthalmologist in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Evliyaoglu has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. His top areas of expertise are Strabismus, Amblyopia, Astigmatism, and Epicanthal Folds. Dr. Evliyaoglu is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Bell's Palsy
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Bell's Palsy
      Otolaryngology

      State University Of Iowa

      200 Hawkins Dr, 
      Iowa City, IA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Kristi Chang is an Otolaryngologist in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Chang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. Her top areas of expertise are Tongue Cancer, Leukoplakia, Thyroid Cancer, Thyroidectomy, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Chang is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Bell's Palsy
      Otolaryngology
      Experienced in Bell's Palsy
      Otolaryngology

      State University Of Iowa

      200 Hawkins Dr, 
      Iowa City, IA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Nitin Pagedar is an Otolaryngologist in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Pagedar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. His top areas of expertise are Laryngeal Cancer, Throat Cancer, Tongue Cancer, Laryngectomy, and Thyroidectomy. Dr. Pagedar is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Bell's Palsy
      Otolaryngology | Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery | Plastic Surgery
      Experienced in Bell's Palsy
      Otolaryngology | Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery | Plastic Surgery

      State University Of Iowa

      200 Hawkins Dr, 
      Iowa City, IA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Brian Andrews is an Otolaryngologist and an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Andrews is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. His top areas of expertise are Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma, Angiosarcoma of the Scalp, Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), Tissue Biopsy, and Septoplasty. Dr. Andrews is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Bell's Palsy
      Ophthalmology
      Experienced in Bell's Palsy
      Ophthalmology
      200 Hawkins Dr, 
      Iowa City, IA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Arlan Johnson is an Ophthalmologist in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Johnson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness, Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1, and Fuchs Dystrophy. Dr. Johnson is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Bell's Palsy
      Experienced in Bell's Palsy

      State University Of Iowa

      200 Hawkins Dr, 
      Iowa City, IA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Tracey Cho is a Neurologist in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Cho is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. His top areas of expertise are Neurosarcoidosis, Encephalitis, Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis, Rasmussen Encephalitis, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Cho is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Bell's Palsy
      Otolaryngology | Pediatric Otolaryngology | Plastic Surgery
      Experienced in Bell's Palsy
      Otolaryngology | Pediatric Otolaryngology | Plastic Surgery

      State University Of Iowa

      200 Hawkins Dr, 
      Iowa City, IA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Alexander Claussen is an Otolaryngologist and a Pediatric Otolaryngologist in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Claussen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. His top areas of expertise are Hearing Loss, Acoustic Neuroma, Schwannoma, and Infant Hearing Loss. Dr. Claussen is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Bell's Palsy
      Experienced in Bell's Palsy

      State University Of Iowa

      200 Hawkins Dr, 
      Iowa City, IA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Christopher Nance is a Neurologist in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Nance is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. His top areas of expertise are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy, Stent Placement, and Transmyocardial Revascularization. Dr. Nance is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Bell's Palsy
      Otolaryngology | Plastic Surgery
      Experienced in Bell's Palsy
      Otolaryngology | Plastic Surgery

      Ent Medical Services Sleep Center Plc

      2901 Northgate Dr, Suite A, 
      Iowa City, IA 
       (3.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Thomas Simpson is an Otolaryngologist and a Plastic Surgeon in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Simpson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. His top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Male Pattern Baldness, Tinnitus, and White Sponge Nevus. Dr. Simpson is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Bell's Palsy
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Bell's Palsy
      Family Medicine

      State University Of Iowa

      3056 River Cross Ct, 
      Riverside, IA 
       (11.8 miles away)
      Experience:
      16+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Elizabeth Cramer is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Riverside, Iowa. Dr. Cramer has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. Her top areas of expertise are Facial Paralysis, Recurrent Peripheral Facial Palsy, and Bell's Palsy. Dr. Cramer is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Bell's Palsy?

      Bell palsy is a disorder of the nerve that controls movement of the muscles in the face. This nerve is called the facial or seventh cranial nerve.

      Damage to this nerve causes weakness or paralysis of these muscles. Paralysis means that you cannot use the muscles at all.

      When should I see a Bell's Palsy doctor near Iowa City, IA?

      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 Bell's Palsy doctor near Iowa City, IA?

      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 Bell's Palsy doctors near Iowa City, IA?

      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 Bell's Palsy doctors near Iowa City, IA?

      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 Bell's Palsy doctor near Iowa City, IA?

      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 Bell's Palsy doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Bell's Palsy 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 Bell's Palsy doctor near Iowa City, IA?

      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 Bell's Palsy 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 Bell's Palsy 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 Bell's Palsy doctors near Iowa City, IA?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Bell's Palsy 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 Bell's Palsy doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Bell's Palsy 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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