Distinguished in Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)

Dr. Michael M. Altaweel

Ophthalmology
UW Health
University Of Wisconsin Medical Foundation Inc
2880 University Ave, 
Madison, WI 
Accepting New Patients

Distinguished in Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)
UW Health
University Of Wisconsin Medical Foundation Inc
2880 University Ave, 
Madison, WI 
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Overview

Michael Altaweel is an Ophthalmologist in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Altaweel is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). His top areas of expertise are Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Retinal Detachment, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Vitrectomy, and Cataract Removal. Dr. Altaweel is currently accepting new patients.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 49 peer reviewed articles and participating in 3 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years. In particular, he has co-authored 13 articles in the study of Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).

Specialties
Ophthalmology
Licenses
Ophthalmology in WI
Hospital Affiliations
Fhn Memorial Hospital
Mercy Health System Corp
University Of Wi Hospitals & Clinics Authority
Languages Spoken
English
Gender
Male

Insurance

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Aetna
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Anthem
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Aspirus Arise Health
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Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Cigna
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Dean Health
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Quartz
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Locations

UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN MEDICAL FOUNDATION INC
2880 University Ave, Madison, WI 53705
Call: 608-263-9339
Other Locations
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN MEDICAL FOUNDATION INC
600 Highland Ave, Madison, WI 53792
Call: 608-263-6400
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN MEDICAL FOUNDATION INC
1045 W Stephenson St, Freeport, IL 61032
Call: 815-599-6290
MERCY HEALTH SYSTEM CORPORATION
3524 E Milwaukee St, Janesville, WI 53546
Call: 608-756-7100

Clinical Research

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.


3 Clinical Trials

A Phase 2 Open-label, Ascending Single and Repeat Dose Escalation Trial of Belzupacap Sarotalocan (AU-011) Via Suprachoroidal Administration in Subjects With Primary Indeterminate Lesions and Small Choroidal Melanoma
A Phase 2 Open-label, Ascending Single and Repeat Dose Escalation Trial of Belzupacap Sarotalocan (AU-011) Via Suprachoroidal Administration in Subjects With Primary Indeterminate Lesions and Small Choroidal Melanoma
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: March 03, 2025
Intervention Type: Device, Drug
Study Drug: AU-011
Study Phase: Phase 2
A Prospective Group-Matched Study of Visual Outcomes in Subjects Treated With Belzupacap Sarotalocan (AU-011) or Plaque Radiotherapy for Primary Indeterminate Lesions or Choroidal Melanoma (IL/ CM)
A Prospective Group-Matched Study of Visual Outcomes in Subjects Treated With Belzupacap Sarotalocan (AU-011) or Plaque Radiotherapy for Primary Indeterminate Lesions or Choroidal Melanoma (IL/ CM)
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: August 09, 2023
Intervention Type: Other, Drug
Bevacizumab Against Recurrent Retinal Detachment
Bevacizumab Against Recurrent Retinal Detachment
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: March 26, 2021
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 2
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49 Total Publications

Intraocular Pressure Control and Long-Term Outcomes With the Reservoir Technique: The Wisconsin Silicone Oil Study (Report 2).
Intraocular Pressure Control and Long-Term Outcomes With the Reservoir Technique: The Wisconsin Silicone Oil Study (Report 2).
Journal: Journal of vitreoretinal diseases
Published: September 29, 2025
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    • Distinguished
    • Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)
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    • Choroid Plexus Carcinoma
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    • Diabetic Retinopathy
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    • Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
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    • Melanoma of the Eye
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    • Retinal Artery Occlusion
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    • Birdshot Chorioretinopathy
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    • Central Serous Chorioretinopathy
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    • Endophthalmitis
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    • Geographic Atrophy
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    • Metastatic Uveal Melanoma
      Dr. Altaweel is
      Advanced
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    • Neuroretinitis
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    • Experienced
    • Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD)
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    • Aniridia
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    • Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD)
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    • Cataract
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    • Cataract Removal
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    • Coats Disease
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