Dr. James A. Katz
Overview
James Katz is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Des Plaines, Illinois.
Dr. Katz is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Diabetic Retinopathy.
Dr. Katz is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
8901 W Golf Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. James A. Katz
How do I make an appointment with Dr. James A. Katz?
You can book an appointment with Dr. James A. Katz by calling their office at 847-824-3127. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. James A. Katz a top-rated expert for Cataract?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. James A. Katz is classified as an Distinguished expert for Cataract, 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. James A. Katz specialize in?
While Dr. James A. Katz is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Cataract, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), 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. James A. Katz participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. James A. Katz has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Cataract. You can view a list of Dr. James A. Katz's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. James A. Katz accept my insurance?
Dr. James A. Katz accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 847-824-3127 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
- CataractDr. Katz isDistinguished. Learn about Cataract.
- Advanced
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)
- AmblyopiaDr. Katz isAdvanced. Learn about Amblyopia.
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Katz isAdvanced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Dry Eye SyndromeDr. Katz isAdvanced. Learn about Dry Eye Syndrome.
- GlaucomaDr. Katz isAdvanced. Learn about Glaucoma.
- Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
- Experienced
- Allergic ConjunctivitisDr. Katz isExperienced. Learn about Allergic Conjunctivitis.
- AstigmatismDr. Katz isExperienced. Learn about Astigmatism.
- Bell's PalsyDr. Katz isExperienced. Learn about Bell's Palsy.
- Benign Essential BlepharospasmDr. Katz isExperienced. Learn about Benign Essential Blepharospasm.
- BlepharitisDr. Katz isExperienced. Learn about Blepharitis.
- ChalazionDr. Katz isExperienced. Learn about Chalazion.