
Overview
Dr. Adeel Shaikh earned his medical degree from Aga Khan University Medical School in Karachi, Pakistan, followed by a year of internal medicine training at the Jewish Hospital in Cincinnati. He completed his residency in ophthalmology at the University of Cincinnati, where he served as chief resident, and received retina sub-specialty training at the Cincinnati Eye Institute at University Hospital of Cincinnati. Dr. Shaikh, who is board certified in ophthalmology, has been in practice since 2003. He specializes in vitreoretinal surgery and treats all retinal diseases, including macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, vascular diseases of the retina, vitreoretinal interface abnormalities (such as epiretinal membrane and macular hole), retinal detachment, ocular trauma and complications of anterior segment surgery. A member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Retina Specialists, Dr. Shaikh is actively involved in clinical research. He has presented at national and international meetings on topics including treatment of age-related macular degeneration, retinal vein occlusion and vitreoretinal surgery. Dr. Shaikh is married and the father of two children. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his family, traveling and playing soccer.
Dr. Shaikh is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diabetic Retinopathy, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Retinal Vein Occlusion, and Vitrectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 5 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Shaikh is currently accepting new patients.
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Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Adeel H. Shaikh
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Adeel H. Shaikh?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Adeel H. Shaikh by calling their office at 713-668-6828. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Adeel H. Shaikh a top-rated expert for Diabetic Retinopathy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Adeel H. Shaikh is classified as an Distinguished expert for Diabetic Retinopathy, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Adeel H. Shaikh specialize in?
While Dr. Adeel H. Shaikh is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Diabetic Retinopathy, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Adeel H. Shaikh participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Adeel H. Shaikh has published 5 articles and abstracts on conditions like Diabetic Retinopathy. You can view a list of Dr. Adeel H. Shaikh's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Adeel H. Shaikh accept my insurance?
Dr. Adeel H. Shaikh accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-668-6828 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Shaikh isDistinguished. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Advanced
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)
- Choroid Plexus CarcinomaDr. Shaikh isAdvanced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Shaikh isAdvanced. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
- Retinal Artery OcclusionDr. Shaikh isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Artery Occlusion.
- Retinal DetachmentDr. Shaikh isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Detachment.
- Retinal Vein OcclusionDr. Shaikh isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Vein Occlusion.
- VitrectomyDr. Shaikh isAdvanced. Learn about Vitrectomy.
- Experienced
- Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD)
- Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD)Dr. Shaikh isExperienced. Learn about Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD).
- CataractDr. Shaikh isExperienced. Learn about Cataract.
- Central Serous ChorioretinopathyDr. Shaikh isExperienced. Learn about Central Serous Chorioretinopathy.
- Coats DiseaseDr. Shaikh isExperienced. Learn about Coats Disease.
- Cone DystrophyDr. Shaikh isExperienced. Learn about Cone Dystrophy.
- Cone Rod Dystrophy Amelogenesis Imperfecta
- Cone-Rod DystrophyDr. Shaikh isExperienced. Learn about Cone-Rod Dystrophy.
- Doyne Honeycomb Retinal DystrophyDr. Shaikh isExperienced. Learn about Doyne Honeycomb Retinal Dystrophy.
- Eales DiseaseDr. Shaikh isExperienced. Learn about Eales Disease.
- EndophthalmitisDr. Shaikh isExperienced. Learn about Endophthalmitis.
- Familial Exudative VitreoretinopathyDr. Shaikh isExperienced. Learn about Familial Exudative Vitreoretinopathy.
- Geographic AtrophyDr. Shaikh isExperienced. Learn about Geographic Atrophy.
- GlaucomaDr. Shaikh isExperienced. Learn about Glaucoma.
- Gyrate Atrophy of the Choroid and Retina
- HyphemaDr. Shaikh isExperienced. Learn about Hyphema.
- Interstitial KeratitisDr. Shaikh isExperienced. Learn about Interstitial Keratitis.
- Kallikrein HypertensionDr. Shaikh isExperienced. Learn about Kallikrein Hypertension.
- MeibomianitisDr. Shaikh isExperienced. Learn about Meibomianitis.
- NearsightednessDr. Shaikh isExperienced. Learn about Nearsightedness.
- NeuroretinitisDr. Shaikh isExperienced. Learn about Neuroretinitis.
- Ocular ToxoplasmosisDr. Shaikh isExperienced. Learn about Ocular Toxoplasmosis.
- Retinal Vasculopathy with Cerebral Leukodystrophy
- Stargardt Macular DegenerationDr. Shaikh isExperienced. Learn about Stargardt Macular Degeneration.
- ToxoplasmosisDr. Shaikh isExperienced. Learn about Toxoplasmosis.
- Usher SyndromeDr. Shaikh isExperienced. Learn about Usher Syndrome.
- Usher Syndrome Type 2ADr. Shaikh isExperienced. Learn about Usher Syndrome Type 2A.
- UveitisDr. Shaikh isExperienced. Learn about Uveitis.

