Overview
John Gittinger is an Ophthalmologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Gittinger is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Optic Neuritis, Optic Nerve Atrophy, Optic Atrophy Type 1, and Increased Intracranial Pressure.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 18 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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243 Charles St, Boston, MA 02114
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. John Gittinger
How do I make an appointment with Dr. John Gittinger?
You can book an appointment with Dr. John Gittinger by calling their office at 617-573-3412. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. John Gittinger a top-rated expert for Optic Neuritis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. John Gittinger is classified as an Distinguished expert for Optic Neuritis, 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. John Gittinger specialize in?
While Dr. John Gittinger is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Optic Neuritis, Optic Nerve Atrophy, and Optic Atrophy Type 1. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. John Gittinger participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. John Gittinger has published 18 articles and abstracts on conditions like Optic Neuritis. You can view a list of Dr. John Gittinger's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. John Gittinger accept my insurance?
Dr. John Gittinger accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 617-573-3412 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
- Optic Atrophy Type 1Dr. Gittinger isDistinguished. Learn about Optic Atrophy Type 1.
- Optic Nerve AtrophyDr. Gittinger isDistinguished. Learn about Optic Nerve Atrophy.
- Optic NeuritisDr. Gittinger isDistinguished. Learn about Optic Neuritis.
- Advanced
- Horizontal Gaze Palsy with Progressive Scoliosis
- Horner SyndromeDr. Gittinger isAdvanced. Learn about Horner Syndrome.
- Increased Intracranial PressureDr. Gittinger isAdvanced. Learn about Increased Intracranial Pressure.
- Optic GliomaDr. Gittinger isAdvanced. Learn about Optic Glioma.
- PapilledemaDr. Gittinger isAdvanced. Learn about Papilledema.
- Progressive External OphthalmoplegiaDr. Gittinger isAdvanced. Learn about Progressive External Ophthalmoplegia.
- Experienced
- Anophthalmia Plus SyndromeDr. Gittinger isExperienced. Learn about Anophthalmia Plus Syndrome.
- Anton SyndromeDr. Gittinger isExperienced. Learn about Anton Syndrome.
- Coats DiseaseDr. Gittinger isExperienced. Learn about Coats Disease.
- Color BlindnessDr. Gittinger isExperienced. Learn about Color Blindness.
- Eyelid DroopingDr. Gittinger isExperienced. Learn about Eyelid Drooping.
- GlaucomaDr. Gittinger isExperienced. Learn about Glaucoma.