The 20 Best Bell's Palsy Doctors Near Me in Germantown, MD

Find the Top Bell's Palsy Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

Save doctors for later
Sign Up
Not sure about your diagnosis?
Check Your Symptoms
Already have a doctor?
Find A Second Opinion

MediFind found 73 doctor with experience in Bell's Palsy near Germantown, MD. Of these, 70 are Experienced and 3 are Advanced.

Location
LocationClose
73 providers found
    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    Family Medicine

    Patient First Maryland Medical Group PLLC

    21044 Frederick Rd, 
    Germantown, MD 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Vasantha Udugampola is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Germantown, Maryland. Dr. Udugampola is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. She is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Bronchitis, Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA), Cellulitis, and Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C).

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

    Patient First Maryland Medical Group PLLC

    21044 Frederick Rd, 
    Germantown, MD 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jocelyn Wood is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Germantown, Maryland. Dr. Wood is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Bronchitis, Sinusitis, Empyema, and Cellulitis.

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

    Gaithersburg Medical Center

    655 Watkins Mill Road, 
    Gaithersburg, MD 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Natalia Llanes is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Gaithersburg, Maryland. She has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Llanes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. Her clinical expertise encompasses Migraine with Brainstem Aura, Seizures, Migraine, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.

    Learn about our expert tiers
    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    Family Medicine

    Office

    19851 Observation Dr Ste 250, 
    Germantown, MD 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Monica Howard is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Germantown, Maryland. Dr. Howard is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and Cirrhosis.

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

    Privia Medical Group LLC

    20680 Seneca Meadows Pkwy Ste 206, 
    Germantown, MD 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Zakiya Wynn is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Germantown, Maryland. Dr. Wynn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cerebellar Degeneration, Dementia, Memory Loss, and Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features.

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

    Adventist Medical Group-Primary Care

    19735 Germantown Rd Ste 310, 
    Germantown, MD 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Haroon Akhtar is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Germantown, Maryland. Dr. Akhtar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bronchitis, Cellulitis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Xanthoma.

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

    Office

    7 Granite Pl Ste 14, 
    Gaithersburg, MD 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeremy Janssen is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Gaithersburg, Maryland. Dr. Janssen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Nasal Flaring, Obesity in Children, and Vitamin D Deficiency.

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

    Quest Diagnostics Incorporated

    9707 Medical Center Dr Ste 220, 
    Rockville, MD 
     (7.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thien Nguyen is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Nguyen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Paraneoplastic Cerebellar Degeneration, Migraine, Athetosis, and Hereditary Sensory and Autonomic Neuropathy Type 2.

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

    Capital Stroke Neurology

    9117 Falls Chapel Way, 
    Potomac, MD 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Amharic
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Mekonnen is neurologist who specializes in cerebrovascular disease and Neurocritical care. Dr. Mekonnen was born and raised in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia where he attended Saint Joseph High School. Dr. Mekonnen received his medical degree from Jimma University School of Medicine and Master of Science in clinical epidemiology from the Netherland Institute Health Sciences. He completed his adult neurology residency from Howard University Hospital. In addition, Dr. Mekonnen completed a fellowship in vascular neurology at the University of Maryland Medical Center. He was a Fellow in Neurological Critical Care at California Pacific Medical Center from 2012-2013. Following his training, he entered academic career at Howard University. He was neurology clerkship and course director, and program director of the Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Care at Howard University Hospital. Since July 2019, Dr. Mekonnen has been practicing stroke and general neurology in DC-Metro area, with admitting privileges at Suburban Hospital and Prince George’s Hospital Center. Dr. Mekonnen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Dysarthria, Stroke, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Stent Placement. Dr. Mekonnen is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

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

    Visionary Ophthalmology LLC Ada Visionary Eye Doctors

    11300 Rockville Pike, Suite 1202, Suite 1202, 
    Rockville, MD 
     (11.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Prior to joining VED in December, 2017, Dr. Hammer was with Baltimore Washington Eye Center. Dr. Hammer earned his medical degree from the University of Maryland, School of Medicine followed by an Internship at Eisenhower Army Medical Center in Augusta, Georgia. He then completed his training with a residency in Ophthalmology at the Walter Reed Army Medical Center which serves the greater Washington, DC Metro area. Dr. Hammer served as Chief of Ophthalmology at Ireland Community Hospital in Fort Knox, Kentucky. Dr. Hammer enjoys spending time with his family and is very involved with the community. His commitment and his passion for his work is demonstrated by the loyalty of his patients. Dr. Hammer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. He is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dry Eye Syndrome, Subconjunctival Hemorrhage, Allergic Conjunctivitis, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), and Cataract Removal. Dr. Hammer is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology.

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

    Visionary Ophthalmology LLC

    11300 Rockville Pike, Suite 1202, Suite 1202, 
    Rockville, MD 
     (11.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Dutch, Spanish

    Dr. Cremers anchors the Visionary Eye Doctor team and is a widely respected and experienced researcher and clinician in dry eye disease, having spent a decade at Harvard Medical School and the Massachusetts Eye and Ear infirmary. She is a fellow with the American College of Surgeons, specializing in cataract and pterygium surgery. CV https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/suburban_hospital/_documents/physician%20CV/cremers-cv.pdf. Dr. Cremers is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. She is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pterygium, Dry Eye Syndrome, Blepharitis, and Glaucoma. Dr. Cremers is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology.

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

    MidAtlantic Epilepsy & Sleep Center

    Bethesda, MD 
     (13.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Prior to joining the Mid-Atlantic Epilepsy and Sleep Center, Dr. Jonathan Ross was Director of The New England Epilepsy Institute, a division of New England Neurological Associates (NENA) in Lawrence, Massachusetts. He also served as head of the Neurology division at NENA. After graduating medical school in 1991, Dr. Ross completed postgraduate training at Harvard Medical School and Boston University School of Medicine, and also served as Teaching Fellow at Harvard and Boston University. Dr. Ross is an active member of the American Epilepsy Society, American Clinical Neurophysiology Society, Massachusetts Medical Society, and the American Academy of Neurology. Dr. Ross is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. He is also highly rated in 38 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Memory Loss, Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features, and Benign Rolandic Epilepsy. Dr. Ross is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology.

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

    Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center — Bethesda

    6430 Rockledge Drive, Building 6, Building 6, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (13.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew R. Carey, MD is a the Neil R. Miller Rising Professor of Ophthalmology in the division of Neuro-Ophthalmology at the Wilmer Eye Institute. He specializes in neuro-ophthalmic disorders such as optic neuritis, uveitis related papillitis, ischemic & hereditary optic neuropathies as well as diseases of the retina, including age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, toxic retinopathies and inherited disorders of the retina such as retinitis pigmentosa. Dr. Carey’s clinical and research interests include comparative effectiveness and cost-benefit of intravitreal medications, long-term outcome of treatments for choroidal neovascularization, novel treatments for papillitis, and the use of novel imaging modalities to better diagnose and understand optic nerve and retinal diseases. Dr. Carey received his bachelor's from Davidson College in mathematics in 2006. In 2010, he received his medical degree from the University of South Florida. He completed his ophthalmology residency as Chief Resident in 2014 at the University of South Florida. He then went on to complete his fellowship in neuro-ophthalmology at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in 2015 and his fellowship in medical retina at the University of Iowa in 2016. Videos Dr. Andrew R. CareyNeuro-Ophthalmology. Dr. Carey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Papilledema, Increased Intracranial Pressure, Optic Nerve Atrophy, and Optic Neuritis. Dr. Carey is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology.

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

    Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center — Bethesda

    6420 Rockledge Drive, Suite 4950, Suite 4950, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (13.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Shaun Desai is an Otolaryngologist and a Plastic Surgeon practicing medicine in Bethesda, Maryland. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Desai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. His clinical expertise encompasses Facial Paralysis, Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS), Melanoma, Osteotomy, and Bone Graft. Dr. Desai is board certified in American Board Of Facial Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery and Head And Neck Surgery.

    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Bell's Palsy
    General Surgery

    Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center — Bethesda

    6430 Rockledge Drive, Building 6, Building 6, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (13.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nicholas R. Mahoney, M.D., is an Oculoplastic surgeon at the Wilmer Eye Institute's locations in Bethesda and Baltimore, Maryland. He is the chief of Wilmer's Oculoplastics Division. Dr. Mahoney specializes in surgery of the tissue surrounding the eyes, including the eyelids, eye socket (orbit) and tear drainage system. This includes removal of benign and malignant lesions of the eyelid and eye socket, repair of eyelid and eye socket trauma, reconstruction of the tear ducts and surgery for correcting abnormal eyelid position. Eyelid surgeries include surgeries for drooping eyelids, extra eyelid skin and heavy eyebrows for both functionally reconstructive and cosmetic reasons. Dr. Mahoney received his M.D. from the University of Pennsylvania and completed his ophthalmology residency at the Scheie Eye Institute, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. He then completed additional specialty training as an American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ASOPRS) fellow at the Wilmer Eye Institute and Johns Hopkins Hospital. Dr. Mahoney joined the Wilmer faculty in 2012. He has held various administrative responsibilities and is currently the Vice Chair of Information Technology & Data Science for the Department of Ophthalmology. Dr. Mahoney is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Eyelid Drooping, Ptosis, Entropion, Blocked Tear Duct, and Osteotomy. Dr. Mahoney is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology.

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

    Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center — Bethesda

    6420 Rockledge Drive, Suite 4920, Suite 4920, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (13.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Wade Chien is a fellowship-trained neuro-otologist who sees adults and children with complicated hearing and ear problems, including hearing loss; severe ear infections; vestibular schwannoma (Acoustic neuroma); and neoplasms of the ear and temporal bone. Please call 301-896-3346 for an appointment. Dr. Chien is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hearing Loss, Infant Hearing Loss, Familial Deafness, and DFNB1. Dr. Chien is board certified in Head And Neck Surgery.

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

    Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center — Bethesda

    6420 Rockledge Drive, Suite 4920, Suite 4920, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (13.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati 

    Deepa Galaiya is a fellowship-trained neurotologist and lateral skull base surgeon. Her clinical practice specializes in the surgical and medical treatment of middle ear, inner ear, skull base, and facial nerve disorders in children and adults. This includes treatment of skull base tumors, vestibular schwannomas (or acoustic neuromas), cochlear implants, chronic ear disease, hearing loss, cholesteatomas, otosclerosis, cerebrospinal fluid leaks, and eardrum perforations. She is trained in endoscopic ear surgery, a minimally invasive approach to treat cholesteatoma and eardrum perforations that reduce the need for visible incisions. She will be serving the patient population in the Baltimore and Washington, D.C., metro areas. Dr. Galaiya’s research interests include the development of a force-sensing microforceps for cochlear implantation to assess electrode insertion, tip foldover, and basilar membrane rupture. Her other projects involve computer vision for surgical navigation, tool-to-tissue registration for robotic temporal bone surgery, optimization of surgical ergonomics, and assessment of forces used in middle ear prosthesis placement with a cooperative control robotic arm. This provider is registered with the Florida Department of Health to perform telehealth services for patients in Florida. Dr. Galaiya is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Patulous Eustachian Tube, Acoustic Neuroma, Schwannoma, Mastoidectomy, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Galaiya is board certified in Head And Neck Surgery.

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

    Community Clinic Inc

    220 Girard St Ste 100, 
    Gaithersburg, MD 
     (5.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Parvej Malik is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Gaithersburg, Maryland. Dr. Malik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

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

    Farhad Naseh MD PA

    6 Montgomery Village Ave Ste 103, 
    Gaithersburg, MD 
     (5.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Farhad Naseh is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Gaithersburg, Maryland. Dr. Naseh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Optic Atrophy Type 1, Optic Nerve Atrophy, and Hereditary Keratitis.

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

    Office

    16003 Comprint Cir, 
    Gaithersburg, MD 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ratnavali Kolla is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Gaithersburg, Maryland. Dr. Kolla is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bell's Palsy. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Thromboangiitis Obliterans, Cerebral Autosomal Dominant Arteriopathy with Subcortical Infarcts and Leukoencephalopathy, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), and Secondary Parkinsonism.

    Showing 1-20 of 73

    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    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 Germantown, MD?

    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 Germantown, MD?

    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 Germantown, MD?

    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 Germantown, MD?

    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 Germantown, MD?

    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 Germantown, MD?

    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 Germantown, MD?

    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 

    Read more about our Content Policy