Overview
Daniel C. Alter, MD, PhD, is an independent ophthalmologist at Ascension Illinois in Arlington Heights near Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Alter diagnoses and treats adults and children with complex eye and vision conditions, such as cataracts, farsightedness, nearsightedness and astigmatism, glaucoma, and pink eye.
Dr. Alter is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Diabetic Retinopathy, and Retinal Artery Occlusion.
Dr. Alter is board certified in The American Board Of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology and American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Alter is currently accepting new patients.
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1100 W Central Rd, Ste Ll2, Arlington Heights, IL 60005
8901 Golf Rd, Ste 206, Des Plaines, IL 60016
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Daniel C. Alter
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Daniel C. Alter?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Daniel C. Alter by calling their office at 847-394-3933. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Daniel C. Alter a top-rated expert for Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Daniel C. Alter is classified as an Distinguished expert for Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, 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. Daniel C. Alter specialize in?
While Dr. Daniel C. Alter is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Diabetic Retinopathy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Daniel C. Alter accept my insurance?
Dr. Daniel C. Alter accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 847-394-3933 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Distinguished
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Alter isDistinguished. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Alter isDistinguished. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Geographic AtrophyDr. Alter isDistinguished. Learn about Geographic Atrophy.
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Alter isDistinguished. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
- Retinal Artery OcclusionDr. Alter isDistinguished. Learn about Retinal Artery Occlusion.
- Retinal Vein OcclusionDr. Alter isDistinguished. Learn about Retinal Vein Occlusion.
- Advanced
- Choroid Plexus CarcinomaDr. Alter isAdvanced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.
- NeuroretinitisDr. Alter isAdvanced. Learn about Neuroretinitis.
- Retinal DetachmentDr. Alter isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Detachment.
- UveitisDr. Alter isAdvanced. Learn about Uveitis.
- Experienced
- Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD)
- Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD)Dr. Alter isExperienced. Learn about Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD).
- CataractDr. Alter isExperienced. Learn about Cataract.
- Central Serous ChorioretinopathyDr. Alter isExperienced. Learn about Central Serous Chorioretinopathy.
- Cone DystrophyDr. Alter isExperienced. Learn about Cone Dystrophy.
- Cone Rod Dystrophy Amelogenesis Imperfecta
- Cone-Rod DystrophyDr. Alter isExperienced. Learn about Cone-Rod Dystrophy.
- Doyne Honeycomb Retinal DystrophyDr. Alter isExperienced. Learn about Doyne Honeycomb Retinal Dystrophy.
- Eales DiseaseDr. Alter isExperienced. Learn about Eales Disease.
- EndophthalmitisDr. Alter isExperienced. Learn about Endophthalmitis.
- GlaucomaDr. Alter isExperienced. Learn about Glaucoma.
- HyphemaDr. Alter isExperienced. Learn about Hyphema.
- Kallikrein HypertensionDr. Alter isExperienced. Learn about Kallikrein Hypertension.
- Leber Congenital AmaurosisDr. Alter isExperienced. Learn about Leber Congenital Amaurosis.
- Ocular Hypertension (OHT)Dr. Alter isExperienced. Learn about Ocular Hypertension (OHT).
- PapilledemaDr. Alter isExperienced. Learn about Papilledema.
- Punctate Inner ChoroidopathyDr. Alter isExperienced. Learn about Punctate Inner Choroidopathy.
- Retinitis PigmentosaDr. Alter isExperienced. Learn about Retinitis Pigmentosa.
- Retinochoroidal ColobomaDr. Alter isExperienced. Learn about Retinochoroidal Coloboma.
- Sorsby Fundus DystrophyDr. Alter isExperienced. Learn about Sorsby Fundus Dystrophy.
- Stargardt Macular DegenerationDr. Alter isExperienced. Learn about Stargardt Macular Degeneration.
- Subconjunctival HemorrhageDr. Alter isExperienced. Learn about Subconjunctival Hemorrhage.
- Usher SyndromeDr. Alter isExperienced. Learn about Usher Syndrome.
- Usher Syndrome Type 2ADr. Alter isExperienced. Learn about Usher Syndrome Type 2A.
- X-Linked Juvenile RetinoschisisDr. Alter isExperienced. Learn about X-Linked Juvenile Retinoschisis.
- X-Linked Retinal DysplasiaDr. Alter isExperienced. Learn about X-Linked Retinal Dysplasia.
- X-Linked Retinitis Pigmentosa (XLRP)Dr. Alter isExperienced. Learn about X-Linked Retinitis Pigmentosa (XLRP).