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.
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Locations
1855 W Taylor St Ste 3171, Chicago, IL 60612
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.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Elite
- GlaucomaDr. Aref isElite. Learn about Glaucoma.
- Ocular Hypertension (OHT)
- Distinguished
- CataractDr. Aref isDistinguished. Learn about Cataract.
- Pigment-Dispersion SyndromeDr. Aref isDistinguished. Learn about Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome.
- TrabeculectomyDr. Aref isDistinguished. Learn about Trabeculectomy.
- Advanced
- Cataract RemovalDr. Aref isAdvanced. Learn about Cataract Removal.
- Retinal Vein OcclusionDr. Aref isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Vein Occlusion.
- Experienced
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)
- AniridiaDr. Aref isExperienced. Learn about Aniridia.
- AstigmatismDr. Aref isExperienced. Learn about Astigmatism.
- Cloudy CorneaDr. Aref isExperienced. Learn about Cloudy Cornea.
- Corneal TransplantDr. Aref isExperienced. Learn about Corneal Transplant.
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Aref isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.