Overview
A native of Taiwan, Dr. Kai Chu grew up in Houston. She graduated from Rice University with undergraduate degrees in bioengineering and Asian studies before earning her medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. She completed her ophthalmology residency at The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston and a fellowship in glaucoma at the Columbia University Harkness Eye Institute in New York City. Dr. Chu’s primary clinical interests are comprehensive ophthalmology, cataracts and glaucoma. She has been in practice since 2013 and is fluent in Mandarin. She is a member of the American Glaucoma Society, American Academy of Ophthalmology, Texas Ophthalmologic Association and the Harris County Medical Society. Dr. Chu has presented her research at various national ophthalmology meetings and has published several articles in medical journals, including the American Journal of Ophthalmology. In her leisure time, Dr. Chu enjoys spending time with her family and traveling. She stays active with tennis, yoga, snowboarding and scuba diving, and has participated in the Houston Marathon.
Dr. Chu is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Cataract, Meibomianitis, Interstitial Keratitis, and Trabeculectomy.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 4 peer reviewed articles.
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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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Chia-kai Chu
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Chia-kai Chu?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Chia-kai Chu by calling their office at 713-668-6828. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Chia-kai Chu a top-rated expert for Glaucoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Chia-kai Chu is classified as an Distinguished expert for Glaucoma, 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. Chia-kai Chu specialize in?
While Dr. Chia-kai Chu is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Glaucoma, Cataract, and Meibomianitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Chia-kai Chu participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Chia-kai Chu has published 4 articles and abstracts on conditions like Glaucoma. You can view a list of Dr. Chia-kai Chu's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Chia-kai Chu accept my insurance?
Dr. Chia-kai Chu accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-668-6828 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- GlaucomaDr. Chu isDistinguished. Learn about Glaucoma.
- Advanced
- CataractDr. Chu isAdvanced. Learn about Cataract.
- ChalazionDr. Chu isAdvanced. Learn about Chalazion.
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Chu isAdvanced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Dry Eye SyndromeDr. Chu isAdvanced. Learn about Dry Eye Syndrome.
- Interstitial KeratitisDr. Chu isAdvanced. Learn about Interstitial Keratitis.
- MeibomianitisDr. Chu isAdvanced. Learn about Meibomianitis.
- Experienced
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)
- Allergic ConjunctivitisDr. Chu isExperienced. Learn about Allergic Conjunctivitis.
- AstigmatismDr. Chu isExperienced. Learn about Astigmatism.
- BlepharitisDr. Chu isExperienced. Learn about Blepharitis.
- Choroid Plexus CarcinomaDr. Chu isExperienced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.
- Cone DystrophyDr. Chu isExperienced. Learn about Cone Dystrophy.