Overview
Heather Shelsta is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Richmond, Virginia.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Diabetic Retinopathy, Cataract, Glaucoma, and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles.
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1201 Broad Rock Blvd, Richmond, VA 23249
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. Heather Shelsta
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Heather Shelsta?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Heather Shelsta by calling their office at 703-622-9923. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Heather Shelsta a top-rated expert for Diabetic Retinopathy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Heather Shelsta is classified as an Experienced expert for Diabetic Retinopathy, 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. Heather Shelsta specialize in?
While Dr. Heather Shelsta is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Diabetic Retinopathy, Cataract, and Glaucoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Heather Shelsta participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Heather Shelsta has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Diabetic Retinopathy. You can view a list of Dr. Heather Shelsta's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
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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- Experienced
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Shelsta isExperienced. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- AstigmatismDr. Shelsta isExperienced. Learn about Astigmatism.
- Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD)Dr. Shelsta isExperienced. Learn about Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD).
- CataractDr. Shelsta isExperienced. Learn about Cataract.
- Central Serous ChorioretinopathyDr. Shelsta isExperienced. Learn about Central Serous Chorioretinopathy.
- Choroid Plexus CarcinomaDr. Shelsta isExperienced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.