Overview
David Brown is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Bellaire, Texas. He has been practicing medicine for over 39 years.
Dr. Brown is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Geographic Atrophy, and Retinal Artery Occlusion.
He is actively involved in clinical research, participating in 11 clinical trials. Dr. Brown is currently accepting new patients.
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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.
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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.
Baylor College Of Medicine - Ophthalmology
Stephen Pflugfelder, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Houston and nearby communities. Stephen Pflugfelder specializes in Ophthalmology (Eye) and works at BCM Ophthalmology. To make an appointment, please call (713) 798-6100. To review all accepted insurance carriers, please visit: https://www.stlukeshealth.org/patients-visitors/patients/billing-insurance/insurances-accepted. Dr. Pflugfelder is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Interstitial Keratitis, Dry Eye Syndrome, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), Dacryoadenitis, and Corneal Transplant. Dr. Pflugfelder is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. David Brown
How do I make an appointment with Dr. David Brown?
You can book an appointment with Dr. David Brown by calling their office at 713-524-3434. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. David Brown 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 Brown 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 Brown specialize in?
While Dr. David Brown is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Geographic Atrophy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. David Brown accept my insurance?
Dr. David Brown accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-524-3434 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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- Distinguished
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Brown isDistinguished. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Brown isDistinguished. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
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- Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD)
- Cone DystrophyDr. Brown isAdvanced. Learn about Cone Dystrophy.
- Cone Rod Dystrophy Amelogenesis Imperfecta
- Cone-Rod DystrophyDr. Brown isAdvanced. Learn about Cone-Rod Dystrophy.
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Brown isAdvanced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Doyne Honeycomb Retinal Dystrophy
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- Central Serous ChorioretinopathyDr. Brown isExperienced. Learn about Central Serous Chorioretinopathy.
- EndophthalmitisDr. Brown isExperienced. Learn about Endophthalmitis.
- EpiscleritisDr. Brown isExperienced. Learn about Episcleritis.
- Kallikrein HypertensionDr. Brown isExperienced. Learn about Kallikrein Hypertension.
- NeuroretinitisDr. Brown isExperienced. Learn about Neuroretinitis.
- Optic Atrophy Type 1Dr. Brown isExperienced. Learn about Optic Atrophy Type 1.