Overview
Athanasios Papakostas is an Ophthalmologist in St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Papakostas is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Retinal Detachment, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Vitrectomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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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. Athanasios Papakostas
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Athanasios Papakostas?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Athanasios Papakostas by calling their office at 314-367-1181. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Athanasios Papakostas a top-rated expert for Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Athanasios Papakostas is classified as an Distinguished expert for Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), 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. Athanasios Papakostas specialize in?
While Dr. Athanasios Papakostas is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Retinal Detachment. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Athanasios Papakostas participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Athanasios Papakostas has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). You can view a list of Dr. Athanasios Papakostas's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Athanasios Papakostas accept my insurance?
Dr. Athanasios Papakostas accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 314-367-1181 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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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. Papakostas isDistinguished. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Papakostas isDistinguished. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
- Retinal DetachmentDr. Papakostas isDistinguished. Learn about Retinal Detachment.
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- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Papakostas isAdvanced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- EndophthalmitisDr. Papakostas isAdvanced. Learn about Endophthalmitis.
- Retinal Artery OcclusionDr. Papakostas isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Artery Occlusion.
- Retinal Vein OcclusionDr. Papakostas isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Vein Occlusion.
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- Acute Posterior Multifocal Placoid Pigment Epitheliopathy (APMPPE)
- Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD)
- Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD)Dr. Papakostas isExperienced. Learn about Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD).
- CataractDr. Papakostas isExperienced. Learn about Cataract.
- Central Serous ChorioretinopathyDr. Papakostas isExperienced. Learn about Central Serous Chorioretinopathy.
- Choroid Plexus CarcinomaDr. Papakostas isExperienced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.