Summary

Dr. Nelson Liou is a board-certified otolaryngologist specializing in head and neck surgery. He earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School and completed his residency training at Baylor College of Medicine. With 18 years of clinical experience, Dr. Liou has developed extensive expertise in treating complex conditions of the head and neck region. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Liou practices at Baylor Medicine Otolaryngology in Houston, Texas, and maintains hospital privileges at Texas Children's Hospital. His clinical focus centers on treating serious conditions including head and neck cancers and oral cancers. He also specializes in managing dysphagia, helping patients who experience difficulty swallowing. Dr. Liou utilizes advanced diagnostic tools such as CT scans and comprehensive laboratory testing to develop personalized treatment plans for his patients. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.6
  • 18 years of experience
  • 43 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Baylor College Of Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Baylor Medicine Otolaryngology

1977 Butler BlvdHouston, TX 77030
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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18 Years of Experience 33 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Hebrew
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Med School: University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School Med School: University of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois Med School: Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas Med School: John Hopkins University School of Medicine-Baltimore
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Nelson Liou

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - POS
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Community Health Choice
  • Community Health Choice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Empire Plan
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - HMO
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Renaissance
  • Renaissance - Medicare
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Superior HealthPlan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Texas Children's Health Plan
  • Texas Children's Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Nelson Liou has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Nelson Liou has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Allergies
  • Chronic Sinusitis
  • Deviated Septum
  • Facial Trauma
  • Hearing Loss
  • Polyps
  • Smell Disorders
  • Swallowing Disorders
  • Tumors

Certifications, License, & Education

18 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Baylor College Of Medicine

Medical School

University Of Texas Southwestern Medical SchoolGraduated in 2008

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Dr. Nelson Liou is affiliated with Texas Childrens Hospital.
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