Overview
Andrew Kao is an Ophthalmologist in Bakersfield, California. Dr. Kao is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Pterygium, Meibomianitis, and Glaucoma.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 9 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1721 Westwind Dr, Ste B, Bakersfield, CA 93301
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. Andrew Kao
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Andrew Kao?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Andrew Kao by calling their office at 661-215-1006. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Andrew Kao a top-rated expert for Cataract?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Andrew Kao is classified as an Advanced expert for Cataract, 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. Andrew Kao specialize in?
While Dr. Andrew Kao is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Cataract, Pterygium, and Meibomianitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Andrew Kao participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Andrew Kao has published 9 articles and abstracts on conditions like Cataract. You can view a list of Dr. Andrew Kao's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Andrew Kao accept my insurance?
Dr. Andrew Kao accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 661-215-1006 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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- Advanced
- CataractDr. Kao isAdvanced. Learn about Cataract.
- Eyelid BumpDr. Kao isAdvanced. Learn about Eyelid Bump.
- GlaucomaDr. Kao isAdvanced. Learn about Glaucoma.
- MeibomianitisDr. Kao isAdvanced. Learn about Meibomianitis.
- Ocular Hypertension (OHT)Dr. Kao isAdvanced. Learn about Ocular Hypertension (OHT).
- PterygiumDr. Kao isAdvanced. Learn about Pterygium.
- Experienced
- BlepharitisDr. Kao isExperienced. Learn about Blepharitis.
- ChalazionDr. Kao isExperienced. Learn about Chalazion.
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Kao isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Dry Eye SyndromeDr. Kao isExperienced. Learn about Dry Eye Syndrome.
- EntropionDr. Kao isExperienced. Learn about Entropion.
- Interstitial KeratitisDr. Kao isExperienced. Learn about Interstitial Keratitis.