Expertise in
31
conditions

Dr. Gena Heidary

Ophthalmology
Department Of Ophthalmology
300 Longwood Ave, 
Boston, MA 
Accepting New Patients
Expertise in
31
conditions
Department Of Ophthalmology
300 Longwood Ave, 
Boston, MA 

Overview

Gena Heidary is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts.

Dr. Heidary is highly rated in 31 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Papilledema, Strabismus, Increased Intracranial Pressure, Optic Glioma, and Cataract Removal.

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 83 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Heidary is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Licenses

Ophthalmology in MA

Hospital Affiliations

Boston Children's Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
BMC HealthNet
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Neighborhood
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Tufts
  • HMO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Department of Ophthalmology
300 Longwood Ave, Boston, MA 02115

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Heidary has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)

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.

83 Total Publications

Outcomes of Strabismus Procedures in Children with Perinatal Brain Injury.
Outcomes of Strabismus Procedures in Children with Perinatal Brain Injury.
Journal: American journal of ophthalmology
Published: May 01, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Gena Heidary

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Gena Heidary?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Gena Heidary by calling their office at 857-218-6407. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Gena Heidary a top-rated expert for Papilledema?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Gena Heidary is classified as an Elite expert for Papilledema, 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. Gena Heidary specialize in?

While Dr. Gena Heidary is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Papilledema, Strabismus, and Increased Intracranial Pressure. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.

Does Dr. Gena Heidary participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Gena Heidary has published 83 articles and abstracts on conditions like Papilledema. You can view a list of Dr. Gena Heidary's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Gena Heidary accept my insurance?

Dr. Gena Heidary accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 857-218-6407 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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