Overview
Joel Sugar is an Ophthalmologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Sugar is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Keratoconus, Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1, Fuchs Dystrophy, Corneal Transplant, and Vitrectomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 20 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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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 Sugar
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Joel Sugar?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Joel Sugar by calling their office at 866-600-2273. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Joel Sugar a top-rated expert for Keratoconus?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Joel Sugar is classified as an Advanced expert for Keratoconus, 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 Sugar specialize in?
While Dr. Joel Sugar is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Keratoconus, Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1, and Fuchs Dystrophy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Joel Sugar participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Joel Sugar has published 20 articles and abstracts on conditions like Keratoconus. You can view a list of Dr. Joel Sugar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Joel Sugar accept my insurance?
Dr. Joel Sugar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and UnitedHealthcare. We recommend calling the office directly at 866-600-2273 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
- CataractDr. Sugar isAdvanced. Learn about Cataract.
- Cicatricial PemphigoidDr. Sugar isAdvanced. Learn about Cicatricial Pemphigoid.
- Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness
- Erythema MultiformeDr. Sugar isAdvanced. Learn about Erythema Multiforme.
- Fuchs DystrophyDr. Sugar isAdvanced. Learn about Fuchs Dystrophy.
- Interstitial KeratitisDr. Sugar isAdvanced. Learn about Interstitial Keratitis.
- Experienced
- AniridiaDr. Sugar isExperienced. Learn about Aniridia.
- BlepharitisDr. Sugar isExperienced. Learn about Blepharitis.
- Cataract RemovalDr. Sugar isExperienced. Learn about Cataract Removal.
- Cloudy CorneaDr. Sugar isExperienced. Learn about Cloudy Cornea.
- Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)Dr. Sugar isExperienced. Learn about Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye).
- Corneal TransplantDr. Sugar isExperienced. Learn about Corneal Transplant.