Overview
Jessica Ackert is an Ophthalmologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ackert is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Geographic Atrophy, Uveitis, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Vitrectomy.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 14 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1200 W Godfrey Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19141
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. Jessica Ackert
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Jessica Ackert?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Jessica Ackert by calling their office at 215-276-6000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Jessica Ackert a top-rated expert for Geographic Atrophy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Jessica Ackert is classified as an Advanced expert for Geographic Atrophy, 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. Jessica Ackert specialize in?
While Dr. Jessica Ackert is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Geographic Atrophy, Uveitis, and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Jessica Ackert participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Jessica Ackert has published 14 articles and abstracts on conditions like Geographic Atrophy. You can view a list of Dr. Jessica Ackert's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Jessica Ackert accept my insurance?
Dr. Jessica Ackert accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 215-276-6000 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
- Advanced
- Geographic AtrophyDr. Ackert isAdvanced. Learn about Geographic Atrophy.
- UveitisDr. Ackert isAdvanced. Learn about Uveitis.
- Experienced
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Ackert isExperienced. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- EndophthalmitisDr. Ackert isExperienced. Learn about Endophthalmitis.
- GlaucomaDr. Ackert isExperienced. Learn about Glaucoma.
- Inclusion ConjunctivitisDr. Ackert isExperienced. Learn about Inclusion Conjunctivitis.
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Ackert isExperienced. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
- NeuroretinitisDr. Ackert isExperienced. Learn about Neuroretinitis.