Dr. Derek Kunimoto
Overview
Derek Kunimoto is an Ophthalmologist in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Kunimoto is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, Retinal Vein Occlusion, and Vitrectomy. Dr. Kunimoto is currently accepting new patients.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 11 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
1101 E Missouri Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85014
2152 S Vineyard Ste 139 Bldg 12, Mesa, AZ 85210
15401 N 29th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85053
1712 E Boston St, Gilbert, AZ 85295
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.
1 Clinical Trials
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Derek Kunimoto
Is Dr. Derek Kunimoto a top-rated expert for Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Derek Kunimoto is classified as an Elite expert for Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), 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. Derek Kunimoto specialize in?
While Dr. Derek Kunimoto is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Diabetic Retinopathy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Derek Kunimoto participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Derek Kunimoto has published 11 articles and abstracts on conditions like Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). You can view a list of Dr. Derek Kunimoto's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Derek Kunimoto accept my insurance?
Dr. Derek Kunimoto accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly 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.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Elite
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)
- Distinguished
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Kunimoto isDistinguished. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Geographic AtrophyDr. Kunimoto isDistinguished. Learn about Geographic Atrophy.
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Kunimoto isDistinguished. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
- Retinal Artery OcclusionDr. Kunimoto isDistinguished. Learn about Retinal Artery Occlusion.
- Retinal DetachmentDr. Kunimoto isDistinguished. Learn about Retinal Detachment.
- Retinal Vein OcclusionDr. Kunimoto isDistinguished. Learn about Retinal Vein Occlusion.
- Advanced
- Acute Posterior Multifocal Placoid Pigment Epitheliopathy (APMPPE)
- CataractDr. Kunimoto isAdvanced. Learn about Cataract.
- Dry Eye SyndromeDr. Kunimoto isAdvanced. Learn about Dry Eye Syndrome.
- EndophthalmitisDr. Kunimoto isAdvanced. Learn about Endophthalmitis.
- NeuroretinitisDr. Kunimoto isAdvanced. Learn about Neuroretinitis.
- Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)Dr. Kunimoto isAdvanced. Learn about Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).
- Experienced
- AmblyopiaDr. Kunimoto isExperienced. Learn about Amblyopia.
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Kunimoto isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD)Dr. Kunimoto isExperienced. Learn about Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD).
- BlepharitisDr. Kunimoto isExperienced. Learn about Blepharitis.
- Central Serous ChorioretinopathyDr. Kunimoto isExperienced. Learn about Central Serous Chorioretinopathy.
- Choroid Plexus CarcinomaDr. Kunimoto isExperienced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.