Neurology

Eugene Lai, M.D., PH.D

Professor of Neurology and Neuroscience; Robert W. Hervey Distinguished Endowed Chair in Parkinson's Disease Research and Treatment

Dr. Eugene C. Lai, MD, PhD, is a neurologist specializing in movement disorders, neurodegenerative diseases, dementia, and geriatrics at Houston Methodist in Houston, TX. He focuses on conditions such as Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), and related disorders, serving primarily geriatric patients with these progressive ailments. As holder of the Robert W. Hervey Distinguished Endowed Chair in Parkinson's Disease Research and Treatment

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Neurology (ABPN)

Education & Training

Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine (MD, 1986)
Internship: Baylor College of Medicine (Internal Medicine, 1987)
Residency: Baylor College of Medicine (Neurology, 1990)
Ph.D.: University of Washington (Biochemistry, 1976)

Years in Practice

40+ years

Peer Recognition

ABPN — Board Certified in Neurology
2026
Healthgrades — Healthgrades Choice
Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Movement Disorders

Conditions & Treatments

DystoniaDeep Brain StimulationEssential TremorBotulinum Toxin TherapyParkinson's DiseaseMovement Disorders

Insurance(s) Accepted

Please verify your coverage with the provider — plan participation can change.

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital
Houston Methodist West Hospital
Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital
Houston Methodist
Houston Methodist Hospital

Languages

English, Cantonese, Mandarin

Conditions Dr. Lai treats

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Lai accept Aetna insurance?

Eugene Lai's public profile lists Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Blue Cross Blue Shield plus 7 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Lai practice?

Eugene Lai practices in Houston, TX with hospital affiliations including Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital, Houston Methodist West Hospital, and Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital.

What does Dr. Lai specialize in?

Eugene Lai is a board-certified neurology specialist with focus areas in Movement Disorders.

How long has Dr. Lai been practicing?

Eugene Lai has 40+ years of clinical experience in neurology.

What is Dr. Lai's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine (MD, 1986); Internship: Baylor College of Medicine (Internal Medicine, 1987); Residency: Baylor College of Medicine (Neurology, 1990).