Dr. Frank Brodie
Overview
Dr. Frank Brodie is an ophthalmologist and vitreoretinal surgeon who cares for patients with disorders of the retina and vitreous (a thick, transparent substance inside the eye). In addition to UCSF, he sees patients at the San Francisco Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Brodie's research focuses on developing new techniques for preventing, detecting and treating retinal diseases. He has a special interest in the care of patients who have or are at risk for retinal detachment. Finding inspiration in his patients, he hopes his studies will translate into meaningful improvements in their vision and lives. Brodie earned his medical degree from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, where he also earned a master of business administration degree in a joint program with the Wharton School. He completed a residency in ophthalmology at UCSF, an advanced fellowship in ophthalmic innovation at Stanford Medicine and a fellowship in vitreoretinal surgery at Duke University. A native San Franciscan and third-generation UCSF retina specialist, Brodie is thrilled to be part of the UCSF family. His wife — also a Dr. Brodie — is an obstetrician and gynecologist in San Francisco, where together they are raising two young children and a poorly trained golden retriever.
Dr. Brodie is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Retinal Detachment, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Central Serous Chorioretinopathy, and Vitrectomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 43 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
490 Illinois St., San Francisco, CA 94158
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.
Ophthalmology Clinic
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Retina And Vitreous Clinic
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Frank Brodie
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Frank Brodie?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Frank Brodie by calling their office at 415-353-2020. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Frank Brodie a top-rated expert for Retinal Detachment?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Frank Brodie is classified as an Advanced 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. Frank Brodie specialize in?
While Dr. Frank Brodie is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Retinal Detachment, Vitrectomy, 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. Frank Brodie participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Frank Brodie has published 43 articles and abstracts on conditions like Retinal Detachment. You can view a list of Dr. Frank Brodie's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Frank Brodie accept my insurance?
Dr. Frank Brodie accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-353-2020 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.
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- Advanced
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)
- Central Serous ChorioretinopathyDr. Brodie isAdvanced. Learn about Central Serous Chorioretinopathy.
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Brodie isAdvanced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Brodie isAdvanced. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
- Retinal DetachmentDr. Brodie isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Detachment.
- VitrectomyDr. Brodie isAdvanced. Learn about Vitrectomy.
- Experienced
- AmblyopiaDr. Brodie isExperienced. Learn about Amblyopia.
- CataractDr. Brodie isExperienced. Learn about Cataract.
- Cone DystrophyDr. Brodie isExperienced. Learn about Cone Dystrophy.
- Cone Rod Dystrophy Amelogenesis Imperfecta
- Cone-Rod DystrophyDr. Brodie isExperienced. Learn about Cone-Rod Dystrophy.
- Congenital CataractDr. Brodie isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Cataract.