Overview
Elmer Tu is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois.
Dr. Tu is highly rated in 29 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Interstitial Keratitis, Amebiasis, Keratoconus, Corneal Transplant, and Vitrectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 62 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial.
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Locations
1009 S Wood St, Chicago, IL 60612
1331 W 75th St, Naperville, IL 60540
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. Elmer Y. Tu
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Elmer Y. Tu?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Elmer Y. Tu by calling their office at 312-996-3937. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Elmer Y. Tu a top-rated expert for Interstitial Keratitis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Elmer Y. Tu is classified as an Elite expert for Interstitial Keratitis, 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. Elmer Y. Tu specialize in?
While Dr. Elmer Y. Tu is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Interstitial Keratitis, Amebiasis, and Keratoconus. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Elmer Y. Tu participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Elmer Y. Tu has published 62 articles and abstracts on conditions like Interstitial Keratitis. You can view a list of Dr. Elmer Y. Tu's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Elmer Y. Tu accept my insurance?
Dr. Elmer Y. Tu accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 312-996-3937 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
- AmebiasisDr. Tu isElite. Learn about Amebiasis.
- Interstitial Keratitis
- Distinguished
- CataractDr. Tu isDistinguished. Learn about Cataract.
- Cicatricial PemphigoidDr. Tu isDistinguished. Learn about Cicatricial Pemphigoid.
- Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness
- Corneal TransplantDr. Tu isDistinguished. Learn about Corneal Transplant.
- Fuchs DystrophyDr. Tu isDistinguished. Learn about Fuchs Dystrophy.
- KeratoconusDr. Tu isDistinguished. Learn about Keratoconus.
- Lattice Corneal Dystrophy Type 2Dr. Tu isDistinguished. Learn about Lattice Corneal Dystrophy Type 2.
- Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1Dr. Tu isDistinguished. Learn about Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1.
- Neurotrophic KeratitisDr. Tu isDistinguished. Learn about Neurotrophic Keratitis.
- Advanced
- Cloudy CorneaDr. Tu isAdvanced. Learn about Cloudy Cornea.
- Cogan's SyndromeDr. Tu isAdvanced. Learn about Cogan's Syndrome.
- Cone DystrophyDr. Tu isAdvanced. Learn about Cone Dystrophy.
- Cone Rod Dystrophy Amelogenesis Imperfecta
- Cone-Rod DystrophyDr. Tu isAdvanced. Learn about Cone-Rod Dystrophy.
- Doyne Honeycomb Retinal Dystrophy
- Erythema MultiformeDr. Tu isAdvanced. Learn about Erythema Multiforme.
- GlaucomaDr. Tu isAdvanced. Learn about Glaucoma.
- Iridocorneal Endothelial Syndrome
- Ocular Hypertension (OHT)Dr. Tu isAdvanced. Learn about Ocular Hypertension (OHT).
- Retinitis PigmentosaDr. Tu isAdvanced. Learn about Retinitis Pigmentosa.
- Stargardt Macular Degeneration
- Stevens-Johnson SyndromeDr. Tu isAdvanced. Learn about Stevens-Johnson Syndrome.
- TrabeculectomyDr. Tu isAdvanced. Learn about Trabeculectomy.
- Usher SyndromeDr. Tu isAdvanced. Learn about Usher Syndrome.
- Usher Syndrome Type 2ADr. Tu isAdvanced. Learn about Usher Syndrome Type 2A.
- VitrectomyDr. Tu isAdvanced. Learn about Vitrectomy.
- X-Linked Retinitis Pigmentosa (XLRP)
- Experienced
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)
- Allergic ConjunctivitisDr. Tu isExperienced. Learn about Allergic Conjunctivitis.
- AniridiaDr. Tu isExperienced. Learn about Aniridia.
- AstigmatismDr. Tu isExperienced. Learn about Astigmatism.
- BlepharitisDr. Tu isExperienced. Learn about Blepharitis.
- Cataract RemovalDr. Tu isExperienced. Learn about Cataract Removal.
- ChalazionDr. Tu isExperienced. Learn about Chalazion.
- CMV RetinitisDr. Tu isExperienced. Learn about CMV Retinitis.
- ColobomaDr. Tu isExperienced. Learn about Coloboma.
- Coloboma of IrisDr. Tu isExperienced. Learn about Coloboma of Iris.
- Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)Dr. Tu isExperienced. Learn about Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye).
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Tu isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Dry Eye SyndromeDr. Tu isExperienced. Learn about Dry Eye Syndrome.
- EndophthalmitisDr. Tu isExperienced. Learn about Endophthalmitis.
- EntropionDr. Tu isExperienced. Learn about Entropion.
- Eyelid BumpDr. Tu isExperienced. Learn about Eyelid Bump.
- Eyelid DroopingDr. Tu isExperienced. Learn about Eyelid Drooping.
- Gomez Lopez Hernandez SyndromeDr. Tu isExperienced. Learn about Gomez Lopez Hernandez Syndrome.
- Hereditary KeratitisDr. Tu isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Keratitis.
- Horizontal Gaze Palsy with Progressive Scoliosis
- HyphemaDr. Tu isExperienced. Learn about Hyphema.
- Isolated Ectopia LentisDr. Tu isExperienced. Learn about Isolated Ectopia Lentis.
- Jalili SyndromeDr. Tu isExperienced. Learn about Jalili Syndrome.
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Tu isExperienced. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
- Leber Congenital AmaurosisDr. Tu isExperienced. Learn about Leber Congenital Amaurosis.
- Marcus Gunn PhenomenonDr. Tu isExperienced. Learn about Marcus Gunn Phenomenon.
- MeibomianitisDr. Tu isExperienced. Learn about Meibomianitis.
- NearsightednessDr. Tu isExperienced. Learn about Nearsightedness.
- NeuroretinitisDr. Tu isExperienced. Learn about Neuroretinitis.
- Pigment-Dispersion SyndromeDr. Tu isExperienced. Learn about Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome.
- Progressive External Ophthalmoplegia
- PterygiumDr. Tu isExperienced. Learn about Pterygium.
- Pterygium of the Conjunctiva and Cornea
- PtosisDr. Tu isExperienced. Learn about Ptosis.
- Retinal DetachmentDr. Tu isExperienced. Learn about Retinal Detachment.
- ScleritisDr. Tu isExperienced. Learn about Scleritis.
- Sjogren SyndromeDr. Tu isExperienced. Learn about Sjogren Syndrome.
- Sorsby Fundus DystrophyDr. Tu isExperienced. Learn about Sorsby Fundus Dystrophy.
- StrabismusDr. Tu isExperienced. Learn about Strabismus.
- Subconjunctival HemorrhageDr. Tu isExperienced. Learn about Subconjunctival Hemorrhage.
- UveitisDr. Tu isExperienced. Learn about Uveitis.
- Walker Dyson SyndromeDr. Tu isExperienced. Learn about Walker Dyson Syndrome.