Dr. Emily A. Shepherd
Overview
Emily Shepherd is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois.
Dr. Shepherd is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Retinal Detachment, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Vitrectomy.
Dr. Shepherd is board certified in . She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 8 peer reviewed articles.
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- MEDICARE SNP
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- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
25 E Washington St, Chicago, IL 60602
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Emily A. Shepherd
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Emily A. Shepherd?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Emily A. Shepherd by calling their office at 312-726-4949. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Emily A. Shepherd a top-rated expert for Retinal Detachment?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Emily A. Shepherd is classified as an Distinguished expert for Retinal Detachment, 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. Emily A. Shepherd specialize in?
While Dr. Emily A. Shepherd is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Retinal Detachment, 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. Emily A. Shepherd participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Emily A. Shepherd has published 8 articles and abstracts on conditions like Retinal Detachment. You can view a list of Dr. Emily A. Shepherd's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Emily A. Shepherd accept my insurance?
Dr. Emily A. Shepherd accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 312-726-4949 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
- Retinal DetachmentDr. Shepherd isDistinguished. Learn about Retinal Detachment.
- Advanced
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Shepherd isAdvanced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- EndophthalmitisDr. Shepherd isAdvanced. Learn about Endophthalmitis.
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Shepherd isAdvanced. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
- VitrectomyDr. Shepherd isAdvanced. Learn about Vitrectomy.
- Experienced
- Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD)
- Birdshot ChorioretinopathyDr. Shepherd isExperienced. Learn about Birdshot Chorioretinopathy.
- CataractDr. Shepherd isExperienced. Learn about Cataract.
- Central Serous ChorioretinopathyDr. Shepherd isExperienced. Learn about Central Serous Chorioretinopathy.
- Choroid Plexus CarcinomaDr. Shepherd isExperienced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.
- Cone DystrophyDr. Shepherd isExperienced. Learn about Cone Dystrophy.