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Summary
Dr. Walter Appling is a highly experienced specialist in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery and neurological surgery. He earned his medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine, where he also completed his residency training. With 49 years of medical experience, Dr. Appling has developed extensive expertise in surgical procedures involving the head, neck, and neurological systems. He is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations.
Dr. Appling practices at multiple locations in Houston, Texas, including LBJ Hospital and Ben Taub Hospital. His hospital affiliations include Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center and LBJ Hospital, where he provides specialized surgical care. He has received an average rating of 1.0 from patients on Vitals. Throughout his nearly five-decade career, Dr. Appling has focused on delivering comprehensive surgical solutions for complex conditions affecting the head, neck, and nervous system.
Dr. Appling practices at multiple locations in Houston, Texas, including LBJ Hospital and Ben Taub Hospital. His hospital affiliations include Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center and LBJ Hospital, where he provides specialized surgical care. He has received an average rating of 1.0 from patients on Vitals. Throughout his nearly five-decade career, Dr. Appling has focused on delivering comprehensive surgical solutions for complex conditions affecting the head, neck, and nervous system.
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Quick Facts
- 49 years of experience
- speaks Spanish, English
- Baylor College Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 10 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 2 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Walter Douglas Appling has 2 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. Walter Douglas Appling, MD | Dr. Angela Adkins, MD | Dr. Alfredo Jimenez, MD | Dr. Chen S. Xie, MD |
| Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery | Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery | Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery | Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 49 Years of Experience | 29 Years of Experience | ||
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks English | Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks English |
| Houston , TX | Houston , TX | Houston , TX | Baytown , TX |
| Med School: Baylor College Of Medicine | Med School: Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas | Med School: Instituto Superior De Ciencias Medicas, Habana, Cuba | Med School: Univeristy of Miami School of Medicine |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Walter Douglas Appling has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Walter Douglas Appling has the following 10 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
49 Years Experience
Dr. Walter Douglas Appling holds an active medical license in the state of Texas.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Texas that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Baylor College Of Medicine.
Medical School
Graduated from Baylor College Of Medicine in 1977.
NPI Number
Dr. Appling's NPI number is 1083691216.
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- What languages does Dr. Walter Appling speak?
- Dr. Walter Appling speaks Spanish and English.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Walter Appling affiliated with?
- Dr. Walter Appling is affiliated with Michael E Debakey Va Medical Center and Lbj Hospital.
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