Overview
Ankit Desai is an Ophthalmologist in Plainfield, Illinois. Dr. Desai is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Geographic Atrophy, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Diabetic Retinopathy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 13 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
15905 S. Frederick St., Suite 105, Plainfield, IL 60586
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. Ankit Desai
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ankit Desai?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ankit Desai by calling their office at 815-714-9115. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Ankit Desai a top-rated expert for Geographic Atrophy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ankit Desai is classified as an Distinguished expert for Geographic Atrophy, 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. Ankit Desai specialize in?
While Dr. Ankit Desai is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Geographic Atrophy, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Ankit Desai participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ankit Desai has published 13 articles and abstracts on conditions like Geographic Atrophy. You can view a list of Dr. Ankit Desai's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Ankit Desai accept my insurance?
Dr. Ankit Desai accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 815-714-9115 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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- Distinguished
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Desai isDistinguished. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Desai isDistinguished. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Geographic AtrophyDr. Desai isDistinguished. Learn about Geographic Atrophy.
- Kallikrein HypertensionDr. Desai isDistinguished. Learn about Kallikrein Hypertension.
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Desai isDistinguished. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
- Advanced
- Central Serous Chorioretinopathy
- Choroid Plexus CarcinomaDr. Desai isAdvanced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.
- NeuroretinitisDr. Desai isAdvanced. Learn about Neuroretinitis.
- Retinal Artery OcclusionDr. Desai isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Artery Occlusion.
- Retinal DetachmentDr. Desai isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Detachment.
- Retinal Vein OcclusionDr. Desai isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Vein Occlusion.
- Experienced
- Acute Posterior Multifocal Placoid Pigment Epitheliopathy (APMPPE)
- Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD)
- Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD)Dr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD).
- Birdshot ChorioretinopathyDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Birdshot Chorioretinopathy.
- CataractDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Cataract.
- Cone DystrophyDr. Desai isExperienced. Learn about Cone Dystrophy.