Overview
Dr. Bita Esmaeli earned her medical degree from Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science. She completed her internship at Illinois Masonic Medical Center in Chicago, her residency in ophthalmology at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor and a fellowship in ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery at the University of Toronto. Dr. Esmaeli is board certified in ophthalmology. Her clinical interests are eyelid cancers, basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, sebaceous cell carcinoma, melanoma, orbital tumors, lymphoma, lacrimal gland adenoid cystic carcinoma, pleomorphic adenoma of the lacrimal gland, other orbital tumors, conjunctival cancers, squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma nevus lymphoma. Her practice focuses on surgical treatment of orbital tumors, lacrimal gland carcinomas, eyelid cancers, melanoma of eyelid and conjunctiva and reconstructive surgery, including lacrimal and orbital surgery. With extensive experience in multidisciplinary care for rare ocular cancers, Dr. Esmaeli strives to preserve the eye and restore function and aesthetics in the patient while eliminating cancer and prolonging life. Patients appreciate her unique expertise and extensive experience in treating rare cancers of the eye, eyelid, ocular surface and orbit, as well as her compassionate personalized care. Dr. Esmaeli was a tenured Professor of Ophthalmology at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center from 1998 to 2024, where she served as Chief of Ophthalmology and the Ophthalmic Plastic Surgery Fellowship Program Director. She is currently an adjunct professor of Ophthalmology at UTHealth Houston’s Cizek Eye Center. A resident of the Medical Center area, Dr. Esmaeli enjoys choir, music, acrylic painting and international travel when she is away from her practice.
Dr. Esmaeli is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma of the Eye, Melanoma, Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL), Marginal Zone Lymphoma (MZL), and Tissue Biopsy.
Dr. Esmaeli is currently accepting new patients.
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Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Esmaeli 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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Board certified in ophthalmology, Dr. Amy Schefler’s clinical interests include retinoblastoma, uveal melanoma, benign and malignant eye tumors. In practice since 2004, she sees patients of all ages and speaks Spanish. Dr. Schefler earned her medical degree at Weill Cornell Medical College in New York City. She completed both a residency and fellowship at the University of Miami (Florida)’s Bascom Palmer Eye Institute-Anne Bates Leach Eye Hospital. She underwent additional training at the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York City. The hallmark of Dr. Schefler’s practice philosophy is compassionate care grounded in scientific evidence. She offers cutting-edge knowledge and a high degree of availability for both routine appointments and emergencies. Her professional honors include the Society of Heed Fellows Fellow Award (2009), the Heed Ophthalmic Foundation Fellowship Award (2009), the Ronald G. Michels Fellowship Foundation Award (2008), Weill Medical College Honors in Research (2003), the Edward Norton Prize in Ophthalmology at Weill Medical College (2003), the Dean's Research Award at Weill Medical College (2003) and the ARVO/National Eye Institute Travel Fellowship Grant (2002). A resident of Houston, Dr. Schefler is married and the mother of two children. In her leisure time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and children, tennis and traveling. Dr. Schefler is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma of the Eye, Uveal Melanoma, Metastatic Uveal Melanoma, Choroid Plexus Carcinoma, and Vitrectomy. Dr. Schefler is currently accepting new patients.
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Dan Gombos is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Gombos is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma of the Eye, Metastatic Uveal Melanoma, Retinoblastoma, and Uveal Melanoma.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Bita Esmaeli
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Bita Esmaeli?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Bita Esmaeli by calling their office at 832-663-6566. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Bita Esmaeli a top-rated expert for Melanoma of the Eye?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Bita Esmaeli is classified as an Distinguished expert for Melanoma of the Eye, 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. Bita Esmaeli specialize in?
While Dr. Bita Esmaeli is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Melanoma of the Eye, Melanoma, and Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Bita Esmaeli accept my insurance?
Dr. Bita Esmaeli accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 832-663-6566 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.
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- Melanoma of the EyeDr. Esmaeli isDistinguished. Learn about Melanoma of the Eye.
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- Bell's PalsyDr. Esmaeli isAdvanced. Learn about Bell's Palsy.
- Choroid Plexus CarcinomaDr. Esmaeli isAdvanced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.
- Facial ParalysisDr. Esmaeli isAdvanced. Learn about Facial Paralysis.
- Marginal Zone Lymphoma (MZL)Dr. Esmaeli isAdvanced. Learn about Marginal Zone Lymphoma (MZL).
- MelanomaDr. Esmaeli isAdvanced. Learn about Melanoma.
- Recurrent Peripheral Facial PalsyDr. Esmaeli isAdvanced. Learn about Recurrent Peripheral Facial Palsy.
- Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL)Dr. Esmaeli isAdvanced. Learn about Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL).
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- Blocked Tear DuctDr. Esmaeli isExperienced. Learn about Blocked Tear Duct.
- Cloudy CorneaDr. Esmaeli isExperienced. Learn about Cloudy Cornea.
- DacryoadenitisDr. Esmaeli isExperienced. Learn about Dacryoadenitis.
- EctropionDr. Esmaeli isExperienced. Learn about Ectropion.
- EntropionDr. Esmaeli isExperienced. Learn about Entropion.
- Eyelid DroopingDr. Esmaeli isExperienced. Learn about Eyelid Drooping.
- Graves DiseaseDr. Esmaeli isExperienced. Learn about Graves Disease.
- Hepatic HemangiomaDr. Esmaeli isExperienced. Learn about Hepatic Hemangioma.
- Horner SyndromeDr. Esmaeli isExperienced. Learn about Horner Syndrome.
- Interstitial KeratitisDr. Esmaeli isExperienced. Learn about Interstitial Keratitis.
- NeurofibromatosisDr. Esmaeli isExperienced. Learn about Neurofibromatosis.
- Optic GliomaDr. Esmaeli isExperienced. Learn about Optic Glioma.
- PtosisDr. Esmaeli isExperienced. Learn about Ptosis.
- RASopathiesDr. Esmaeli isExperienced. Learn about RASopathies.
- T-Cell LymphomaDr. Esmaeli isExperienced. Learn about T-Cell Lymphoma.
- Tissue BiopsyDr. Esmaeli isExperienced. Learn about Tissue Biopsy.