Overview
Charlene Smith is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Livingston, Texas.
Dr. Smith is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dry Eye Syndrome, Glaucoma, Subconjunctival Hemorrhage, and Cataract.
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Accepted insurance plans:
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- POS
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- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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- INDEMNITY
- POS
- PPO
- OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
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- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
1601 Highway 59 Loop N Ste 100, Livingston, TX 77351
410 E Church St Ste A, Livingston, TX 77351
Dr. Carolyn Chen grew up in Houston, where she attended Bellaire High School. She earned her undergraduate degree in biology from Stanford University and her medical degree at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. She completed an internship in internal medicine at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center in Santa Clara, Calif., and an ophthalmology residency at The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center-Parkland Memorial Hospital in Dallas. She also completed a surgical fellowship in vitreoretinal disease at Tufts Medical Center’s New England Eye Center and the Ophthalmic Consultants of Boston. Board certified in ophthalmology, Dr. Chen is an active member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the Texas Medical Association, the Association for Vision and Research in Ophthalmology and the American Society of Retinal Specialists. She has published articles in medical journals and presented research at national meetings on various topics, including the treatment of age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and vitreoretinal surgery. Dr. Chen is married to an ophthalmologist. Away from her practice, she enjoys traveling, cooking, reading and spending time with her friends and family. Dr. Chen is highly rated in 29 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Retinal Artery Occlusion, and Choroid Plexus Carcinoma. Dr. Chen is currently accepting new patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Charlene Smith
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Charlene Smith?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Charlene Smith by calling their office at 936-327-3937. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Charlene Smith a top-rated expert for Dry Eye Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Charlene Smith is classified as an Advanced expert for Dry Eye Syndrome, 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. Charlene Smith specialize in?
While Dr. Charlene Smith is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Dry Eye Syndrome, Glaucoma, and Subconjunctival Hemorrhage. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Charlene Smith accept my insurance?
Dr. Charlene Smith accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 936-327-3937 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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- Dry Eye SyndromeDr. Smith isAdvanced. Learn about Dry Eye Syndrome.
- GlaucomaDr. Smith isAdvanced. Learn about Glaucoma.
- Experienced
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)
- CataractDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Cataract.
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Geographic AtrophyDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Geographic Atrophy.
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
- NeuroretinitisDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Neuroretinitis.