Overview
Joel Schuman is an Ophthalmologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Schuman is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome, Trabeculectomy, and Cataract Removal.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 273 peer reviewed articles and participating in 3 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
840 Walnut St Ste 1110, Philadelphia, PA 19107
222 E 41st St Ste 463, New York, NY 10017
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. Joel Schuman
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Joel Schuman?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Joel Schuman by calling their office at 215-928-3197. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Joel Schuman a top-rated expert for Glaucoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Joel Schuman is classified as an Elite expert for Glaucoma, 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. Joel Schuman specialize in?
While Dr. Joel Schuman is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Trabeculectomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Joel Schuman participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Joel Schuman has published 273 articles and abstracts on conditions like Glaucoma. You can view a list of Dr. Joel Schuman's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Joel Schuman accept my insurance?
Dr. Joel Schuman accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 215-928-3197 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
- Elite
- GlaucomaDr. Schuman isElite. Learn about Glaucoma.
- Ocular Hypertension (OHT)Dr. Schuman isElite. Learn about Ocular Hypertension (OHT).
- Pigment-Dispersion SyndromeDr. Schuman isElite. Learn about Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome.
- TrabeculectomyDr. Schuman isElite. Learn about Trabeculectomy.
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- CataractDr. Schuman isAdvanced. Learn about Cataract.
- Cataract RemovalDr. Schuman isAdvanced. Learn about Cataract Removal.
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Schuman isAdvanced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Optic GliomaDr. Schuman isAdvanced. Learn about Optic Glioma.
- VitrectomyDr. Schuman isAdvanced. Learn about Vitrectomy.
- Experienced
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Schuman isExperienced. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- ChemosisDr. Schuman isExperienced. Learn about Chemosis.
- Congenital CataractDr. Schuman isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Cataract.
- EndophthalmitisDr. Schuman isExperienced. Learn about Endophthalmitis.
- Increased Intracranial PressureDr. Schuman isExperienced. Learn about Increased Intracranial Pressure.
- IridectomyDr. Schuman isExperienced. Learn about Iridectomy.