Overview
Edward Chaum is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee.
Dr. Chaum is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diabetic Retinopathy, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Retinal Detachment.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 45 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
2311 Pierce Ave, Nashville, TN 37232
3601 21st Ave S, Nashville, TN 37232
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Edward Chaum
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Edward Chaum?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Edward Chaum by calling their office at 615-936-2020. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Edward Chaum a top-rated expert for Diabetic Retinopathy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Edward Chaum is classified as an Distinguished expert for Diabetic Retinopathy, 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. Edward Chaum specialize in?
While Dr. Edward Chaum is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Diabetic Retinopathy, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Edward Chaum participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Edward Chaum has published 45 articles and abstracts on conditions like Diabetic Retinopathy. You can view a list of Dr. Edward Chaum's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Edward Chaum accept my insurance?
Dr. Edward Chaum accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alliant Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 615-936-2020 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
- Distinguished
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Chaum isDistinguished. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Chaum isDistinguished. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Advanced
- Geographic AtrophyDr. Chaum isAdvanced. Learn about Geographic Atrophy.
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Chaum isAdvanced. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
- Retinal Artery OcclusionDr. Chaum isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Artery Occlusion.
- Retinal DetachmentDr. Chaum isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Detachment.
- Retinal Vein OcclusionDr. Chaum isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Vein Occlusion.
- Experienced
- Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD)Dr. Chaum isExperienced. Learn about Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD).
- Central Serous ChorioretinopathyDr. Chaum isExperienced. Learn about Central Serous Chorioretinopathy.
- EndophthalmitisDr. Chaum isExperienced. Learn about Endophthalmitis.
- GlaucomaDr. Chaum isExperienced. Learn about Glaucoma.
- Melanoma of the EyeDr. Chaum isExperienced. Learn about Melanoma of the Eye.
- NeuroretinitisDr. Chaum isExperienced. Learn about Neuroretinitis.