Overview
Dr. Raja Mehanna graduated summa cum laude from St. Joseph University School of Medicine in Beirut, Lebanon. He received his residency training in neurology at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston (BCM) where he was recognized with the resident teaching award three times. He completed two fellowships in movement disorders; one at BCM and then the Cleveland Clinic in Ohio with a focus on Botox injection, deep brain stimulation, intra-operative mapping and post-operative programming. Board certified in neurology, Dr. Mehanna has been in practice since 1995 and is dedicated to providing his patients expert diagnosis in all aspects of movement disorders and offering individualized treatment options. He treats patients 18 years and older, and emphasizes listening to his patients and patient education. He speaks French, Arabic and conversational Spanish. A Houston resident, Dr. Mehanna is married and has two children. In his spare time, he enjoys skiing, swimming, diving, classical music and is interested in history, ecology and theology.
Dr. Mehanna is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chorea, Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Deep Brain Stimulation.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 50 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial.
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Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Houston Methodist Department Of Neurology-Texas Medical Center
Tetsuo Ashizawa is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Ashizawa is highly rated in 30 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Olivopontocerebellar Atrophy, Spinocerebellar Ataxia, Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 10, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Deep Brain Stimulation.
Houston Methodist Stanley H. Appel Department Of Neurology
William Ondo is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Ondo is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Restless Legs Syndrome, Essential Tremor, Movement Disorders, Thalamotomy, and Deep Brain Stimulation.
UT MD Anderson Cancer Center
Vinay Puduvalli is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Puduvalli is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glioma, Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, and Gliomatosis Cerebri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Raja Mehanna
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Raja Mehanna?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Raja Mehanna by calling their office at 832-325-7080. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Raja Mehanna a top-rated expert for Chorea?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Raja Mehanna is classified as an Distinguished expert for Chorea, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Raja Mehanna specialize in?
While Dr. Raja Mehanna is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Chorea, Movement Disorders, and Parkinson's Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Raja Mehanna participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Raja Mehanna has published 50 articles and abstracts on conditions like Chorea. You can view a list of Dr. Raja Mehanna's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Raja Mehanna accept my insurance?
Dr. Raja Mehanna accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 832-325-7080 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Distinguished
- ChoreaDr. Mehanna isDistinguished. Learn about Chorea.
- Deep Brain StimulationDr. Mehanna isDistinguished. Learn about Deep Brain Stimulation.
- Drug Induced DyskinesiaDr. Mehanna isDistinguished. Learn about Drug Induced Dyskinesia.
- Huntington DiseaseDr. Mehanna isDistinguished. Learn about Huntington Disease.
- Movement DisordersDr. Mehanna isDistinguished. Learn about Movement Disorders.
- Parkinson's DiseaseDr. Mehanna isDistinguished. Learn about Parkinson's Disease.
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- Restless Legs SyndromeDr. Mehanna isAdvanced. Learn about Restless Legs Syndrome.
- Secondary ParkinsonismDr. Mehanna isAdvanced. Learn about Secondary Parkinsonism.
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- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)
- AnosmiaDr. Mehanna isExperienced. Learn about Anosmia.
- CACH SyndromeDr. Mehanna isExperienced. Learn about CACH Syndrome.
- DementiaDr. Mehanna isExperienced. Learn about Dementia.
- DysarthriaDr. Mehanna isExperienced. Learn about Dysarthria.
- EpilepsyDr. Mehanna isExperienced. Learn about Epilepsy.