David A. Saperstein
Expertise in
23
conditions

Dr. David A. Saperstein

Ophthalmology
1229 Madison Street, Suite 1002, 
Seattle, WA 
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Expertise in
23
conditions
1229 Madison Street, Suite 1002, 
Seattle, WA 

Overview

I have dedicated my career to caring for people with retinal problems. After completing my fellowship at Emory University in Atlanta, I was offered a position on the faculty there. I immediately began to take part in many clinical trials and as a result I have been either a primary investigator or on a steering committee for most of the clinical trials studying new treatments for diseases like Age Related Macular Degeneration (both Wet and Dry), Diabetic retinopathy, Macular Hole, Retinal Detachment and inherited retinal disease. Taking part in these studies requires extra in-depth training to understand the nuances of both the disease and the various approved and experimental treatments. I take pride in being able to translate this knowledge into everyday language to help my patients understand why they are having trouble with their vision, what treatments are available and what the future holds for their individual problem. In addition to the medical treatment of retinal disease, I have been doing retinal surgery since 1993. As the chief retinal surgeon at both Grady Hospital in Atlanta and Harborview Hospital in Seattle, I have performed thousands of straightforward and complex retinal surgeries. I was also responsible for teaching retinal surgery to young physicians on the faculty of both Emory and University of Washington. This forces you to understand every nuance of each procedure. Because of my expertise I have been asked to write chapters on retinal surgery for textbooks. I have also had the good fortune to develop new drugs, surgical and low vision devices for which I hold several US and foreign patents. The drugs I have developed are currently in clinical trials for inherited retinal diseases and aging changes in the retina.

Dr. Saperstein is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Retinal Vein Occlusion, Iridectomy, and Cataract Removal.

Dr. Saperstein is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 5 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Saperstein is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Licenses

Ophthalmology in WA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Ophthalmology

Fellowships

Emory University School of Medicine , 1995
National Eye Institute , 1990

Languages Spoken

English
Castilian
Spanish

Gender

Male

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Locations

1229 Madison Street, Suite 1002, Seattle, WA 98104

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Saperstein 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.

Cataract Removal
Aniridia
Endophthalmitis
Entropion
Strabismus
Astigmatism
Presbyopia
Dacryoadenitis
Eyelid Bump
Diabetic Retinopathy
Cataract
Iridectomy
Glaucoma
Esotropia
Ectropion
Color Blindness
Retinal Detachment
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Papilledema
Pterygium
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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.

5 Total Publications

Phenotypic Spectrum of Benign Lobular Inner Nuclear Layer Proliferations: A Multicenter Analysis and Review of the Literature.
Phenotypic Spectrum of Benign Lobular Inner Nuclear Layer Proliferations: A Multicenter Analysis and Review of the Literature.
Journal: Ophthalmology. Retina
Published: February 27, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. David A. Saperstein

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Is Dr. David A. Saperstein a top-rated expert for Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. David A. Saperstein 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. David A. Saperstein specialize in?

While Dr. David A. Saperstein is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Retinal Vein Occlusion. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.

Does Dr. David A. Saperstein participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. David A. Saperstein has published 5 articles and abstracts on conditions like Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. You can view a list of Dr. David A. Saperstein's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. David A. Saperstein accept my insurance?

Dr. David A. Saperstein accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 206-215-3850 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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