The 20 Best Pterygium Doctors Near Me

Find the Top Pterygium Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 9045 doctor with experience in Pterygium. Of these, 7139 are Experienced, 1593 are Advanced, 282 are Distinguished and 27 are Elite.

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    Elite in Pterygium

    Dr. Anat Galor
    Ophthalmology
    Elite in Pterygium

    Dr. Anat Galor
    Ophthalmology
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    900 Northwest 17th Street, 
    Miami, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hebrew, Spanish
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    Accepting New Patients
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    Anat Galor is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Miami, Florida. Dr. Galor is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. She is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dry Eye Syndrome, Pterygium, Pinguecula, Cataract Removal, and Corneal Transplant. Dr. Galor is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Pterygium
    Elite in Pterygium
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    Harvard Eye Associates

    Laguna Hills, CA 
    949-951-2020
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    John Hovanesian is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Laguna Hills, California. Dr. Hovanesian is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Pterygium, Astigmatism, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Cataract Removal. Dr. Hovanesian is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Pterygium

    Dr. Vishal Jhanji
    Ophthalmology
    Elite in Pterygium

    Dr. Vishal Jhanji
    Ophthalmology
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    UPMC Vision Institute

    1622 Locust Street, Floor 3, 
    Pittsburgh, PA 
    412-663-5407
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Punjabi
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    Accepting New Patients
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    Vishal Jhanji is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Jhanji is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pterygium, Keratoconus, Interstitial Keratitis, Corneal Transplant, and Cataract Removal. Dr. Jhanji is currently accepting new patients.

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    Elite in Pterygium

    Dr. Ahmad Kheirkhah
    Ophthalmology
    Elite in Pterygium

    Dr. Ahmad Kheirkhah
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required
    6400 Fannin St, Ste 1800, 
    Houston, TX 
    713-486-9400
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi
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    Accepting New Patients

    Ahmad Kheirkhah is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Kheirkhah is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pterygium, Dry Eye Syndrome, Interstitial Keratitis, Corneal Transplant, and Trabeculectomy. Dr. Kheirkhah is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Pterygium

    Dr. Guillermo Amescua
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Pterygium

    Dr. Guillermo Amescua
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required
    900 Northwest 17th Street, 
    Miami, FL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Spanish
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    Accepting New Patients
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    Guillermo Amescua is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Miami, Florida. Dr. Amescua is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 32 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Interstitial Keratitis, Amebiasis, Scleritis, Corneal Transplant, and Vitrectomy. Dr. Amescua is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Pterygium

    Dr. Kevin J. Shah
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Pterygium

    Dr. Kevin J. Shah
    Ophthalmology
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    Eye Consultants Of Pennsylvania PC

    770 Norman Dr, 
    Lebanon, PA 
    717-000-0000
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
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    Kevin Shah is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Lebanon, Pennsylvania. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Shah is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Neurotrophic Keratitis, Cataract, Pterygium, and Interstitial Keratitis. Dr. Shah is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology.

    Elite in Pterygium
    Elite in Pterygium
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    High Street, 
    Randwick, NSW, AU 

    Minas Coroneo practices practicing medicine in Randwick, Australia. Mr. Coroneo is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pterygium, Nearsightedness, Epidermolysis Bullosa, Cataract Removal, and Vitrectomy.

    Elite in Pterygium
    Elite in Pterygium
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    Monterrey, NLE, MX 

    Judith Zavala practices practicing medicine in Monterrey, Mexico. Ms. Zavala is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pterygium, Keratoconus, Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1, Fuchs Dystrophy, and Corneal Transplant.

    Elite in Pterygium
    Elite in Pterygium
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    11 Third Hospital Avenue, 
    Singapore, SG 

    Jodhbir Mehta practices practicing medicine in Singapore, Singapore. Mehta is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. They are also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Pterygium, Cataract, Iridocorneal Endothelial Syndrome, Corneal Transplant, and Cataract Removal.

    Elite in Pterygium
    Elite in Pterygium
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    Miyazaki, JP 

    Kazunori Miyata practices practicing medicine in Miyazaki, Japan. Miyata is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. They are also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Pterygium, Cataract, Astigmatism, Cataract Removal, and Vitrectomy.

    Elite in Pterygium
    Elite in Pterygium
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    30-32 Ngan Shing Street, 
    Sha Tin, NST, HK 

    Alvin Young practices practicing medicine in Sha Tin, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. Mr. Young is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pterygium, Nearsightedness, Astigmatism, Vitrectomy, and Cataract Removal.

    Elite in Pterygium
    Elite in Pterygium
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    2 Verdun St, 
    Nedlands, WA, AU 

    David Mackey practices practicing medicine in Nedlands, Australia. Mr. Mackey is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Nearsightedness, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Glaucoma, Trabeculectomy, and Cataract Removal.

    Elite in Pterygium
    Elite in Pterygium
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    399 Bathurst Street, 
    Toronto, ON, CA 

    Allan Slomovic practices practicing medicine in Toronto, Canada. Mr. Slomovic is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pterygium, Keratoconus, Astigmatism, Corneal Transplant, and Trabeculectomy.

    Elite in Pterygium
    Elite in Pterygium
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    Sao Paulo, SP, BR 

    Solange Salomao practices practicing medicine in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Ms. Salomao is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Leber Hereditary Optic Neuropathy (LHON), Pterygium, Optic Nerve Atrophy, Cataract Removal, and Vitrectomy.

    Elite in Pterygium
    Elite in Pterygium
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    Manaus, AM, BR 

    Jacob Cohen practices practicing medicine in Manaus, Brazil. Mr. Cohen is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pterygium, Cataract, Pinguecula, Presbyopia, and Cataract Removal.

    Elite in Pterygium
    Elite in Pterygium
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    Sao Paulo, SP, BR 

    Adriana Berezovsky practices practicing medicine in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Ms. Berezovsky is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pterygium, Leber Hereditary Optic Neuropathy (LHON), Optic Nerve Atrophy, Cataract Removal, and Vitrectomy.

    Elite in Pterygium
    Elite in Pterygium
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    Manaus, AM, BR 

    Marcos Cohen practices practicing medicine in Manaus, Brazil. Mr. Cohen is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pterygium, Pinguecula, Cataract, Presbyopia, and Cataract Removal.

    Elite in Pterygium
    Elite in Pterygium
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    Seoul, KR 

    Kyoung Kim practices practicing medicine in Seoul, Republic of Korea. Kim is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. They are also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Pterygium, Interstitial Keratitis, Dry Eye Syndrome, Cataract Removal, and Corneal Transplant.

    Elite in Pterygium
    Elite in Pterygium
    Referral may be required
    Mexico City, DIF, MX 

    Arturo Miranda-Ramirez practices practicing medicine in Mexico City, Mexico. Mr. Miranda-Ramirez is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Keratoconus, Interstitial Keratitis, Pterygium, Corneal Transplant, and Cataract Removal.

    Elite in Pterygium
    Elite in Pterygium
    Referral may be required
    Sao Paulo, SP, BR 

    Cristina Cunha practices practicing medicine in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Ms. Cunha is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pterygium, Pinguecula, Cataract, and Presbyopia.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Pterygium?

    A pterygium is a noncancerous growth that starts in the clear, thin tissue (conjunctiva) of the eye. This growth covers the white part of the eye (sclera) and extends onto the cornea. It is often slightly raised and contains visible blood vessels. The problem may occur on one or both eyes.

    When should I see a Pterygium doctor near me?

    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 Pterygium doctor near me?

    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 do I find the best Pterygium doctor near me?

    You can find a Pterygium doctor in any of the 10 largest U.S. cities by clicking below:

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    How does MediFind rank Pterygium doctors near me?

    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 Pterygium doctors near me?

    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 Pterygium doctor near me?

    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 Pterygium doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Pterygium 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 Pterygium doctor near me?

    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 Pterygium 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 Pterygium 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 Pterygium doctors near me?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Pterygium 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 Pterygium doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Pterygium 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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