Overview
Augustine Hong is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Arlington Heights, Illinois. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years.
Dr. Hong is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Fuchs Dystrophy, Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1, Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness, Cataract, and Corneal Transplant.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 11 peer reviewed articles.
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1588 N Arlington Heights Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60004
660 S Euclid Ave, Saint Louis, MO 63110
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. Augustine Hong
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Augustine Hong?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Augustine Hong by calling their office at 847-392-9220. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Augustine Hong a top-rated expert for Fuchs Dystrophy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Augustine Hong is classified as an Advanced expert for Fuchs Dystrophy, 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. Augustine Hong specialize in?
While Dr. Augustine Hong is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Fuchs Dystrophy, Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1, and Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Augustine Hong participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Augustine Hong has published 11 articles and abstracts on conditions like Fuchs Dystrophy. You can view a list of Dr. Augustine Hong's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Augustine Hong accept my insurance?
Dr. Augustine Hong accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 847-392-9220 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
- Advanced
- Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness
- Fuchs DystrophyDr. Hong isAdvanced. Learn about Fuchs Dystrophy.
- Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1
- Experienced
- CataractDr. Hong isExperienced. Learn about Cataract.
- Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)Dr. Hong isExperienced. Learn about Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye).
- Corneal TransplantDr. Hong isExperienced. Learn about Corneal Transplant.
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Hong isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- GlaucomaDr. Hong isExperienced. Learn about Glaucoma.
- HyphemaDr. Hong isExperienced. Learn about Hyphema.