Expertise in
7
conditions
Expertise in
7
conditions
Office
1855 W Taylor St Ste 3171, 
Chicago, IL 

Overview

Ahmad Aref is an Ophthalmologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Aref is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome, Trabeculectomy, and Cataract Removal.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 71 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Licenses

Ophthalmology in FL

Hospital Affiliations

Thorek Memorial Hospital
University Of Illinois Hospital And Clinics

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
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  • PPO
Capital Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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CareFirst
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  • POS
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CareSource
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Celtic
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  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • PPO
Change Healthcare
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Cigna
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  • HMO
  • PPO
Clover Health
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  • MEDICARE MAPD
Devoted Health
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  • OTHER MEDICARE
Essence Healthcare
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  • MEDICARE MAPD
Health Alliance
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  • POS
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Health Care Services Corporation
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  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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Humana
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Independent Health
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Managed Health Services
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Managed Medicaid
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Northern Plains Alliance
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Premera Blue Cross
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Simply Healthcare
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Walgreens
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Wellcare
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Locations

Office
1855 W Taylor St Ste 3171, Chicago, IL 60612
Other Locations
University of Illinois Hospital
1331 W 75th St, Naperville, IL 60540

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.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ahmad Aref

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ahmad Aref?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Ahmad Aref by calling their office at 312-996-6590. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Ahmad Aref a top-rated expert for Glaucoma?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ahmad Aref is classified as an Elite expert for Glaucoma, 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. Ahmad Aref specialize in?

While Dr. Ahmad Aref is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Trabeculectomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.

Does Dr. Ahmad Aref participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Ahmad Aref has published 71 articles and abstracts on conditions like Glaucoma. You can view a list of Dr. Ahmad Aref's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Ahmad Aref accept my insurance?

Dr. Ahmad Aref accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 312-996-6590 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.

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