Baruch D. Kuppermann
Expertise in
23
conditions
Expertise in
23
conditions
850 Health Sciences Road, 
Irvine, CA 

Overview

Dr. Baruch D. Kuppermann is board-certified UCI Health ophthalmologist who specializes in macular degeneration, eye inflammation and retina and vitreous surgery.He earned his medical degree at the University of Miami in Florida and PhD in neuroscience at the California Institute of Technology. He completed a residency in ophthalmology at the University of Southern California’s Doheny Eye Institute, followed by fellowships in retina and vitreous surgery at St. Joseph Medical Center in Baltimore, Md., and UC San Diego.Kupperman's research focus is on the toxicity of drugs on retinal cells and has conducted many clinical trials to evaluate new drugs and technologies for age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and retinal vein occlusion. He is also active in the development of drug delivery systems for the posterior eye segment in collaboration with the Department of Biomedical Engineering at UC Irvine.He has been recognized as among the Best Doctors in America® and has been repeatedly named a Physician of Excellence by the Orange County Medical Association for nearly a decade.Kuppermann sees patients inOrangeandIrvine.

Dr. Kuppermann is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Geographic Atrophy, Retinal Vein Occlusion, and Vitrectomy.

Dr. Kuppermann is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 159 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial.

Graduate Institution

University Of Miami School Of Medicine

Residency

Doheny Eye Hospital - Ophthalmology

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Licenses

Ophthalmology in CA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology

Fellowships

UC San Diego - Ophthalmology, Retina
Saint Joseph Hospital - Ophthalmology Retina

Hospital Affiliations

Uci Health-Orange

Languages Spoken

English
Portuguese
Spanish

Gender

Male

Awards

Physicians of Excellence
Orange County Medical Association — 2012-2024
Future Vision Foundation Laureate
2022
Best Doctors in America® — Ophthalmology — 2013
2015-2016

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Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

UCI Health Gavin Herbert Eye Institute - Irvine
850 Health Sciences Road, Irvine, CA 92617
Other Locations
UCI Health Gavin Herbert Eye Institute - Orange
101 The City Drive South, Building 30A, Orange, CA 92868
UCI Health - Brea Outpatient Center
380 West Central Avenue, Suite 400, Brea, CA 92821
UCI Health - Irvine
19210 Jamboree Road, Irvine, CA 92612

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Kuppermann has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

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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. Baruch D. Kuppermann

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Baruch D. Kuppermann?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Baruch D. Kuppermann 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. Baruch D. Kuppermann 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. Baruch D. Kuppermann is classified as an Elite 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. Baruch D. Kuppermann specialize in?

While Dr. Baruch D. Kuppermann is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Geographic Atrophy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.

Does Dr. Baruch D. Kuppermann participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Baruch D. Kuppermann has published 159 articles and abstracts on conditions like Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). You can view a list of Dr. Baruch D. Kuppermann's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Baruch D. Kuppermann accept my insurance?

Dr. Baruch D. Kuppermann accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Blue Shield of California. We recommend calling the office directly at 949-824-2020 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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