Expertise in
9
conditions

Dr. Bethlehem D. Mekonnen

Ophthalmology
Comprehensive Ophthalmology And Optometry
2452 Watson Ct, 
Palo Alto, CA 
Offers Telehealth
10 Years of Experience
Expertise in
9
conditions
Comprehensive Ophthalmology And Optometry
2452 Watson Ct, 
Palo Alto, CA 

Overview

Bethlehem Mekonnen is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 10 years.

Dr. Mekonnen is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cloudy Cornea, Meibomianitis, Pterygium, Keratoconus, and Trabeculectomy.

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 8 peer reviewed articles.

Graduate Year

2016

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Licenses

Ophthalmology in CA

Hospital Affiliations

Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley
Stanford Health Care

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

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Cigna
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Commonwealth Care Alliance
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Humana
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Locations

Comprehensive Ophthalmology and Optometry
2452 Watson Ct, Palo Alto, CA 94303

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.

8 Total Publications

Ensemble learning to enhance accurate identification of patients with glaucoma using electronic health records.
Ensemble learning to enhance accurate identification of patients with glaucoma using electronic health records.
Journal: JAMIA open
Published: May 13, 2025
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650-723-6995
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Bethlehem D. Mekonnen

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Bethlehem D. Mekonnen?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Bethlehem D. Mekonnen by calling their office at 650-723-6995. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Bethlehem D. Mekonnen a top-rated expert for Cloudy Cornea?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Bethlehem D. Mekonnen is classified as an Advanced expert for Cloudy Cornea, 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. Bethlehem D. Mekonnen specialize in?

While Dr. Bethlehem D. Mekonnen is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Cloudy Cornea, Meibomianitis, and Pterygium. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.

Does Dr. Bethlehem D. Mekonnen participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Bethlehem D. Mekonnen has published 8 articles and abstracts on conditions like Cloudy Cornea. You can view a list of Dr. Bethlehem D. Mekonnen's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Bethlehem D. Mekonnen accept my insurance?

Dr. Bethlehem D. Mekonnen accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 650-723-6995 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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