
Overview
Dr. Andrew W. Browne is a board-certified UCI Health ophthalmology specialist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of macular degeneration and other disorders of the retina and vitreous.Browne received a medical degree from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine in Ohio, where he also earned a PhD in electrical and computer engineering. He completed an internal medicine internship at CHA Cambridge Hospital, a teaching affiliate of Harvard Medical School in Boston, followed by an ophthalmology residency at Los Angeles County-USC Medical Center, where he developed an interest in diseases of the retina, inflammatory diseases of the eye and ophthalmic tumors.Next, he completed a fellowship in vitreoretinal surgery with an emphasis on uveitis the Cleveland Clinic Cole Eye Institute in Ohio.Browne’s research interests involve radiation retinopathy, solar and phototoxic retinopathy, retinal organoids and developing intraocular technologies for surgery and disease management. His papers have appeared in such publications as theJournal of Refractive Surgery,Glaucoma,Brachytherapy,RetinaandInvestigative Ophthalmology & Visual Science.He sees patients inIrvineandOrange.
Dr. Browne is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Diabetic Retinopathy, Retinal Detachment, and Vitrectomy.
Dr. Browne is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 39 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
850 Health Sciences Road, Irvine, CA 92617
101 The City Drive South, Building 30A, Orange, CA 92868
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Andrew W. Browne
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Andrew W. Browne?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Andrew W. Browne by calling their office at 949-824-2020. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Andrew W. Browne a top-rated expert for Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Andrew W. Browne is classified as an Distinguished expert for Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, 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 W. Browne specialize in?
While Dr. Andrew W. Browne is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Diabetic Retinopathy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Andrew W. Browne participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Andrew W. Browne has published 39 articles and abstracts on conditions like Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. You can view a list of Dr. Andrew W. Browne's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Andrew W. Browne accept my insurance?
Dr. Andrew W. Browne accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 949-824-2020 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Browne isDistinguished. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Browne isDistinguished. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Browne isDistinguished. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
- Advanced
- Acute Posterior Multifocal Placoid Pigment Epitheliopathy (APMPPE)
- CataractDr. Browne isAdvanced. Learn about Cataract.
- Color BlindnessDr. Browne isAdvanced. Learn about Color Blindness.
- Congenital ToxoplasmosisDr. Browne isAdvanced. Learn about Congenital Toxoplasmosis.
- Geographic AtrophyDr. Browne isAdvanced. Learn about Geographic Atrophy.
- Gyrate Atrophy of the Choroid and Retina
- NeuroretinitisDr. Browne isAdvanced. Learn about Neuroretinitis.
- Punctate Inner ChoroidopathyDr. Browne isAdvanced. Learn about Punctate Inner Choroidopathy.
- Retinal Artery OcclusionDr. Browne isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Artery Occlusion.
- Retinal DetachmentDr. Browne isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Detachment.
- Retinal Vein OcclusionDr. Browne isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Vein Occlusion.
- ToxoplasmosisDr. Browne isAdvanced. Learn about Toxoplasmosis.
- UveitisDr. Browne isAdvanced. Learn about Uveitis.
- Experienced
- Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD)Dr. Browne isExperienced. Learn about Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD).
- Central Serous ChorioretinopathyDr. Browne isExperienced. Learn about Central Serous Chorioretinopathy.
- Choroid Plexus CarcinomaDr. Browne isExperienced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.
- CMV RetinitisDr. Browne isExperienced. Learn about CMV Retinitis.
- Coats DiseaseDr. Browne isExperienced. Learn about Coats Disease.
- Cone DystrophyDr. Browne isExperienced. Learn about Cone Dystrophy.
- Cone Rod Dystrophy Amelogenesis Imperfecta
- Cone-Rod DystrophyDr. Browne isExperienced. Learn about Cone-Rod Dystrophy.
- Doyne Honeycomb Retinal DystrophyDr. Browne isExperienced. Learn about Doyne Honeycomb Retinal Dystrophy.
- Dry Eye SyndromeDr. Browne isExperienced. Learn about Dry Eye Syndrome.
- Eales DiseaseDr. Browne isExperienced. Learn about Eales Disease.
- EndophthalmitisDr. Browne isExperienced. Learn about Endophthalmitis.
- Familial Exudative VitreoretinopathyDr. Browne isExperienced. Learn about Familial Exudative Vitreoretinopathy.
- GlaucomaDr. Browne isExperienced. Learn about Glaucoma.
- Jalili SyndromeDr. Browne isExperienced. Learn about Jalili Syndrome.
- Leber Congenital AmaurosisDr. Browne isExperienced. Learn about Leber Congenital Amaurosis.
- NearsightednessDr. Browne isExperienced. Learn about Nearsightedness.
- Ocular Hypertension (OHT)Dr. Browne isExperienced. Learn about Ocular Hypertension (OHT).
- Ocular ToxoplasmosisDr. Browne isExperienced. Learn about Ocular Toxoplasmosis.
- Optic NeuritisDr. Browne isExperienced. Learn about Optic Neuritis.
- Pigment-Dispersion SyndromeDr. Browne isExperienced. Learn about Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome.
- PresbyopiaDr. Browne isExperienced. Learn about Presbyopia.
- Retinal Vasculopathy with Cerebral Leukodystrophy
- Retinitis PigmentosaDr. Browne isExperienced. Learn about Retinitis Pigmentosa.
- Sorsby Fundus DystrophyDr. Browne isExperienced. Learn about Sorsby Fundus Dystrophy.
- Stargardt Macular DegenerationDr. Browne isExperienced. Learn about Stargardt Macular Degeneration.
- Temporal ArteritisDr. Browne isExperienced. Learn about Temporal Arteritis.
- Usher SyndromeDr. Browne isExperienced. Learn about Usher Syndrome.
- Usher Syndrome Type 2ADr. Browne isExperienced. Learn about Usher Syndrome Type 2A.
- VitrectomyDr. Browne isExperienced. Learn about Vitrectomy.
- X-Linked Retinitis Pigmentosa (XLRP)Dr. Browne isExperienced. Learn about X-Linked Retinitis Pigmentosa (XLRP).


