Overview
Eric Chen is an Ophthalmologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Chen is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Endophthalmitis, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Vitrectomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 19 peer reviewed articles and participating in 4 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
6560 Fannin St Ste 750, Houston, TX 77030
2906 Brentwood Dr Ste 300, Lufkin, TX 75901
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. Eric Chen
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Eric Chen?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Eric Chen 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. Eric Chen 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. Eric Chen is classified as an Advanced 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. Eric Chen specialize in?
While Dr. Eric Chen is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Endophthalmitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Eric Chen participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Eric Chen has published 19 articles and abstracts on conditions like Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). You can view a list of Dr. Eric Chen's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Eric Chen accept my insurance?
Dr. Eric Chen 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.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Chen isAdvanced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- EndophthalmitisDr. Chen isAdvanced. Learn about Endophthalmitis.
- Geographic AtrophyDr. Chen isAdvanced. Learn about Geographic Atrophy.
- Kallikrein HypertensionDr. Chen isAdvanced. Learn about Kallikrein Hypertension.
- Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
- Experienced
- Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD)
- Choroid Plexus CarcinomaDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.
- Cone DystrophyDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Cone Dystrophy.
- Cone Rod Dystrophy Amelogenesis Imperfecta
- Cone-Rod DystrophyDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Cone-Rod Dystrophy.
- Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)Dr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Macular Edema (DME).

