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Eyal Muscal

Pediatrics

Eyal Muscal, MD

Professor of Pediatrics, Pediatric Rheumatology, Baylor College of Medicine; Division Chief, Pediatric Rheumatology

Houston, TX

Eyal Muscal, MD, MS, is a pediatric rheumatologist specializing in the neurologic manifestations of rheumatic and autoimmune disorders, including systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), antiphospholipid syndrome (APS), vasculitis, and autoimmune encephalitis. He serves pediatric patients, particularly those with complex neuroinflammatory and auto-inflammatory conditions, often involving treatment-refractory or multisystem cases requiring interdisciplinary care. As Division Chief of Pediatric Rhe

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18+

Years in Practice

Credentials

Board Certifications

  • Pediatrics (American Board of Pediatrics)
  • Pediatric Rheumatology (American Board of Pediatrics)

Education & Training

  • The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston — Master of Science in Clinical Research, 2008
  • Baylor College of Medicine — Fellowship, Pediatric Rheumatology, 2007
  • University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and Children's Hospital Pittsburgh — Residency, Pediatrics, 2003
  • Jefferson Medical College — Doctor of Medicine, 2000
  • Brown University — Bachelor of Arts, 1993

Peer Recognition

  • Castle ConnollyTop Doctor

    2022-2026 (5 years)

  • Modern Luxury Houston MagazineTop Doctor

    2022-2023 (2 years)

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Pediatric Rheumatology

Conditions & Treatments

LupusVasculitisAutoimmune Encephalitis

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

  • Texas Children's Hospital

Languages

English

Experience

18+ years in practice