The 20 Best Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration Doctors Near Me in bellevue, PA

Find the Top Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 66 doctor with experience in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration near bellevue, PA. Of these, 36 are Experienced, 22 are Advanced, 6 are Distinguished and 2 are Elite.

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    Elite in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Elite in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    UPMC Vision Institute

    1622 Locust Street, Floor 2, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jose' Sahel is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Sahel is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Retinopathy Pigmentary Mental Retardation, X-Linked Congenital Stationary Night Blindness, Cone-Rod Dystrophy, Retinitis Pigmentosa, and Vitrectomy. Dr. Sahel is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Elite in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    UPMC Vision Institute

    1622 Locust Street, Floor 2, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Sindhi, Tamil, Telugu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jay Chhablani is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Chhablani is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Central Serous Chorioretinopathy, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Vitrectomy, and Cataract Removal. Dr. Chhablani is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology | General Surgery
    Distinguished in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology | General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    AHN Ophthalmology At Allegheny General Hospital

    420 East North Avenue, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Spanish

    Thierry Verstraeten is an Ophthalmologist and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Verstraeten is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Retinal Detachment, and Diabetic Retinopathy. Dr. Verstraeten is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology.

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    Distinguished in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology | Medical Genetics
    Distinguished in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology | Medical Genetics
    Referral may be required

    AHN Ophthalmology At Allegheny General Hospital

    420 East North Avenue, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Lewen is an Ophthalmologist and a Medical Genetics provider practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Lewen is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Diabetic Retinopathy, and Retinal Detachment. Dr. Lewen is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology.

    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology | Medical Genetics
    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology | Medical Genetics
    Referral may be required

    Karlik Ophthalmology

    1015 West View Park Drive, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Karlik is an Ophthalmologist and a Medical Genetics provider practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Karlik is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Cataract, Interstitial Keratitis, and Eyelid Bump. Dr. Karlik is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology and American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Karlik is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology | Oncology
    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology | Oncology
    Referral may be required
    1015 W View Park Dr, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Troy Karlik is an Ophthalmologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Karlik is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Cataract, Fourth Cranial Nerve Palsy, and Eyelid Bump. Dr. Karlik is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology. Dr. Karlik is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    UPMC Vision Institute

    1622 Locust Street, Floor 2, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Joseph Martel is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Martel is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cone-Rod Dystrophy, Cone Dystrophy, Retinopathy Pigmentary Mental Retardation, Retinitis Pigmentosa, and Vitrectomy. Dr. Martel is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Martel is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    AHN Ophthalmology At Allegheny General Hospital

    420 East North Avenue, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Marathi

    Deval Paranjpe is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Paranjpe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Interstitial Keratitis, Cloudy Cornea, Cataract, and Sjogren Syndrome. Dr. Paranjpe is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology.

    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Referral may be required

    North Park Ophthalmology

    5900 Corporate Drive, Suite 150, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Schneider is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Schneider is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Interstitial Keratitis, Glaucoma, and Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome. Dr. Schneider is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Schneider is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Distinguished in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Referral may be required

    Medical Optical Associates Inc

    400 Broad St, 
    Sewickley, PA 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Leanne Labriola is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Sewickley, Pennsylvania. Dr. Labriola is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. She is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, Neuroretinitis, and Vitrectomy.

    Experienced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Experienced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Referral may be required

    S Venkatesh, MD, PC

    9102 Babcock Boulevard, Suite 107, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Seshaiyengar Venkatesh is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Venkatesh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Glaucoma, Nearsightedness, and Eyelid Bump. Dr. Venkatesh is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Venkatesh is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Catholic Charities Of The Diocese Of Pittsburgh

    212 9th St, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sharon Taylor is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Taylor is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Melanoma of the Eye, Retinitis Pigmentosa, and X-Linked Retinitis Pigmentosa (XLRP).

    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Referral may be required

    UPMC Vision Institute

    1622 Locust Street, Floor 1, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Jerome Finkelstein is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Finkelstein is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness. Dr. Finkelstein is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Finkelstein is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Referral may be required

    UPMC Vision Institute

    1622 Locust Street, Floor 1, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Denise Gallagher is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Gallagher is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Retinopathy Pigmentary Mental Retardation, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Punctate Inner Choroidopathy, and Vitrectomy. Dr. Gallagher is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Gallagher is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    UPMC Vision Institute

    1622 Locust Street, Floor 1, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Evan Waxman is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Waxman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Diabetic Retinopathy, Glaucoma, and Papilledema. Dr. Waxman is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Waxman is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    UPMC Vision Institute

    1622 Locust Street, Floor 2, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Bahasa, Mandarin, Spanish, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients

    Sabrina Mukhtar is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Mukhtar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses X-Linked Juvenile Retinoschisis, Periorbital Cellulitis, Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome, Trabeculectomy, and Corneal Transplant. Dr. Mukhtar is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Mukhtar is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Referral may be required

    Alexander Chang MD PC

    2101 Greentree Rd Ste 105, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (5.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Alexander Chang is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Chang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dry Eye Syndrome, Cataract, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Choroid Plexus Carcinoma. Dr. Chang is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required
    1622 Locust St, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (5.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Niroj Sahoo is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Sahoo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Central Serous Chorioretinopathy, Retinal Detachment, Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada Disease, Coats Disease, and Vitrectomy.

    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Referral may be required

    Eyetique Corporation

    1835 Forbes Ave, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (5.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Srinivas Kondapalli is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Kondapalli is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diabetic Retinopathy, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Birdshot Chorioretinopathy. Dr. Kondapalli is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    UPMC Vision Institute

    4401 Penn Avenue, Suite 3200, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Hindi, Telugu
    Accepting New Patients

    Kiran Turaka is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Turaka is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Papilledema, Strabismus, Optic Atrophy Type 1, Optic Nerve Atrophy, and Vitrectomy. Dr. Turaka is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration?

    Late-onset retinal degeneration is an inherited retinal dystrophy characterized by delayed dark adaptation and nyctalopia and drusen deposits presenting in adulthood, followed by cone and rod degeneration that presents in the sixth decade of life, which leads to central vision loss. Anterior segment features such as peripupillary iris transillumination defects and abnormally long anterior zonular insertions are also observed. Choroidal neovascularization and glaucoma may occur in the late stages of the disease.

    When should I see a Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration doctor near bellevue, PA?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration doctor near bellevue, PA?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration doctors near bellevue, PA?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration doctors near bellevue, PA?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration doctor near bellevue, PA?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration doctor near bellevue, PA?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration doctors near bellevue, PA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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