
Overview
James Major is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Bellaire, Texas. He has been practicing medicine for over 22 years.
Dr. Major is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Retinal Detachment, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Retinal Vein Occlusion, and Vitrectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 22 peer reviewed articles and participating in 4 clinical trials.
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Charles Wykoff is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Bellaire, Texas. He has been practicing medicine for over 21 years. Dr. Wykoff is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Diabetic Macular Edema (DME), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Vitrectomy, and Cataract Removal.
Board certified in ophthalmology, Dr. Amy Schefler’s clinical interests include retinoblastoma, uveal melanoma, benign and malignant eye tumors. In practice since 2004, she sees patients of all ages and speaks Spanish. Dr. Schefler earned her medical degree at Weill Cornell Medical College in New York City. She completed both a residency and fellowship at the University of Miami (Florida)’s Bascom Palmer Eye Institute-Anne Bates Leach Eye Hospital. She underwent additional training at the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York City. The hallmark of Dr. Schefler’s practice philosophy is compassionate care grounded in scientific evidence. She offers cutting-edge knowledge and a high degree of availability for both routine appointments and emergencies. Her professional honors include the Society of Heed Fellows Fellow Award (2009), the Heed Ophthalmic Foundation Fellowship Award (2009), the Ronald G. Michels Fellowship Foundation Award (2008), Weill Medical College Honors in Research (2003), the Edward Norton Prize in Ophthalmology at Weill Medical College (2003), the Dean's Research Award at Weill Medical College (2003) and the ARVO/National Eye Institute Travel Fellowship Grant (2002). A resident of Houston, Dr. Schefler is married and the mother of two children. In her leisure time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and children, tennis and traveling. Dr. Schefler is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma of the Eye, Uveal Melanoma, Metastatic Uveal Melanoma, Choroid Plexus Carcinoma, and Vitrectomy.
Baylor College Of Medicine - Ophthalmology
Stephen Pflugfelder, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Houston and nearby communities. Stephen Pflugfelder specializes in Ophthalmology (Eye) and works at BCM Ophthalmology. To make an appointment, please call (713) 798-6100. To review all accepted insurance carriers, please visit: https://www.stlukeshealth.org/patients-visitors/patients/billing-insurance/insurances-accepted. Dr. Pflugfelder is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Interstitial Keratitis, Dry Eye Syndrome, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), Dacryoadenitis, and Corneal Transplant. Dr. Pflugfelder is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. James Major
How do I make an appointment with Dr. James Major?
You can book an appointment with Dr. James Major 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. James Major a top-rated expert for Retinal Detachment?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. James Major is classified as an Distinguished 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. James Major specialize in?
While Dr. James Major is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Retinal Detachment, 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 Major participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. James Major has published 22 articles and abstracts on conditions like Retinal Detachment. You can view a list of Dr. James Major's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. James Major accept my insurance?
Dr. James Major 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.
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- Distinguished
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Major isDistinguished. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Major isDistinguished. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
- Retinal DetachmentDr. Major isDistinguished. Learn about Retinal Detachment.
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- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Major isAdvanced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- EndophthalmitisDr. Major isAdvanced. Learn about Endophthalmitis.
- Geographic AtrophyDr. Major isAdvanced. Learn about Geographic Atrophy.
- Retinal Artery OcclusionDr. Major isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Artery Occlusion.
- Retinal Vein OcclusionDr. Major isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Vein Occlusion.
- VitrectomyDr. Major isAdvanced. Learn about Vitrectomy.
- Experienced
- Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD)
- Cone DystrophyDr. Major isExperienced. Learn about Cone Dystrophy.
- Cone Rod Dystrophy Amelogenesis Imperfecta
- Cone-Rod DystrophyDr. Major isExperienced. Learn about Cone-Rod Dystrophy.
- Doyne Honeycomb Retinal DystrophyDr. Major isExperienced. Learn about Doyne Honeycomb Retinal Dystrophy.
- Gyrate Atrophy of the Choroid and Retina


