Overview
Benjamin Whigham is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in New York, New York.
Dr. Whigham is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chalazion, Glaucoma, Eyelid Bump, and Blepharitis.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
114 E 27th St, New York, NY 10016
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. Benjamin T. Whigham
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Benjamin T. Whigham?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Benjamin T. Whigham by calling their office at 212-889-7177. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Benjamin T. Whigham a top-rated expert for Chalazion?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Benjamin T. Whigham is classified as an Distinguished expert for Chalazion, 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. Benjamin T. Whigham specialize in?
While Dr. Benjamin T. Whigham is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Chalazion, Glaucoma, and Eyelid Bump. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Benjamin T. Whigham participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Benjamin T. Whigham has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Chalazion. You can view a list of Dr. Benjamin T. Whigham's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Benjamin T. Whigham accept my insurance?
Dr. Benjamin T. Whigham accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 212-889-7177 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
- Distinguished
- ChalazionDr. Whigham isDistinguished. Learn about Chalazion.
- Eyelid BumpDr. Whigham isDistinguished. Learn about Eyelid Bump.
- GlaucomaDr. Whigham isDistinguished. Learn about Glaucoma.
- Advanced
- Allergic ConjunctivitisDr. Whigham isAdvanced. Learn about Allergic Conjunctivitis.
- BlepharitisDr. Whigham isAdvanced. Learn about Blepharitis.
- CataractDr. Whigham isAdvanced. Learn about Cataract.
- Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)Dr. Whigham isAdvanced. Learn about Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye).
- Eyelid DroopingDr. Whigham isAdvanced. Learn about Eyelid Drooping.
- Interstitial KeratitisDr. Whigham isAdvanced. Learn about Interstitial Keratitis.
- MeibomianitisDr. Whigham isAdvanced. Learn about Meibomianitis.
- NearsightednessDr. Whigham isAdvanced. Learn about Nearsightedness.
- NeuroretinitisDr. Whigham isAdvanced. Learn about Neuroretinitis.
- Ocular Hypertension (OHT)Dr. Whigham isAdvanced. Learn about Ocular Hypertension (OHT).
- Optic Atrophy Type 1Dr. Whigham isAdvanced. Learn about Optic Atrophy Type 1.
- Optic Nerve AtrophyDr. Whigham isAdvanced. Learn about Optic Nerve Atrophy.
- Parinaud Oculoglandular SyndromeDr. Whigham isAdvanced. Learn about Parinaud Oculoglandular Syndrome.
- Pigment-Dispersion SyndromeDr. Whigham isAdvanced. Learn about Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome.
- PingueculaDr. Whigham isAdvanced. Learn about Pinguecula.
- PresbyopiaDr. Whigham isAdvanced. Learn about Presbyopia.
- PtosisDr. Whigham isAdvanced. Learn about Ptosis.
- Subconjunctival HemorrhageDr. Whigham isAdvanced. Learn about Subconjunctival Hemorrhage.
- Experienced
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Whigham isExperienced. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- AmblyopiaDr. Whigham isExperienced. Learn about Amblyopia.
- Blocked Tear DuctDr. Whigham isExperienced. Learn about Blocked Tear Duct.
- Central Serous ChorioretinopathyDr. Whigham isExperienced. Learn about Central Serous Chorioretinopathy.
- Choroid Plexus CarcinomaDr. Whigham isExperienced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.
- Coats DiseaseDr. Whigham isExperienced. Learn about Coats Disease.
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Whigham isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- EntropionDr. Whigham isExperienced. Learn about Entropion.
- EpiscleritisDr. Whigham isExperienced. Learn about Episcleritis.
- EsotropiaDr. Whigham isExperienced. Learn about Esotropia.
- Familial Exudative VitreoretinopathyDr. Whigham isExperienced. Learn about Familial Exudative Vitreoretinopathy.
- Giant Papillary ConjunctivitisDr. Whigham isExperienced. Learn about Giant Papillary Conjunctivitis.
- Graves DiseaseDr. Whigham isExperienced. Learn about Graves Disease.
- Hereditary KeratitisDr. Whigham isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Keratitis.
- Isolated Duane Retraction SyndromeDr. Whigham isExperienced. Learn about Isolated Duane Retraction Syndrome.
- Kallikrein HypertensionDr. Whigham isExperienced. Learn about Kallikrein Hypertension.
- KeratoconusDr. Whigham isExperienced. Learn about Keratoconus.
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Whigham isExperienced. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
- Ocular ToxoplasmosisDr. Whigham isExperienced. Learn about Ocular Toxoplasmosis.
- Optic NeuritisDr. Whigham isExperienced. Learn about Optic Neuritis.
- PapilledemaDr. Whigham isExperienced. Learn about Papilledema.
- Periorbital CellulitisDr. Whigham isExperienced. Learn about Periorbital Cellulitis.
- PterygiumDr. Whigham isExperienced. Learn about Pterygium.
- Retinal Vasculopathy with Cerebral Leukodystrophy
- Retinitis PigmentosaDr. Whigham isExperienced. Learn about Retinitis Pigmentosa.
- ScleritisDr. Whigham isExperienced. Learn about Scleritis.
- StrabismusDr. Whigham isExperienced. Learn about Strabismus.
- UveitisDr. Whigham isExperienced. Learn about Uveitis.
- Vernal KeratoconjunctivitisDr. Whigham isExperienced. Learn about Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis.
- X-Linked Juvenile RetinoschisisDr. Whigham isExperienced. Learn about X-Linked Juvenile Retinoschisis.
- X-Linked Retinal DysplasiaDr. Whigham isExperienced. Learn about X-Linked Retinal Dysplasia.
- X-Linked Retinitis Pigmentosa (XLRP)Dr. Whigham isExperienced. Learn about X-Linked Retinitis Pigmentosa (XLRP).