Overview
Joseph Chacko is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California.
Dr. Chacko is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Retinal Artery Occlusion, Subconjunctival Hemorrhage, Chemosis, Temporal Arteritis, and Vitrectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 14 peer reviewed articles.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Joseph A. Chacko
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph A. Chacko?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Joseph A. Chacko by calling their office at 800-926-8273. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Joseph A. Chacko a top-rated expert for Retinal Artery Occlusion?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Joseph A. Chacko is classified as an Advanced expert for Retinal Artery Occlusion, 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. Joseph A. Chacko specialize in?
While Dr. Joseph A. Chacko is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Retinal Artery Occlusion, Vitrectomy, and Subconjunctival Hemorrhage. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Joseph A. Chacko participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Joseph A. Chacko has published 14 articles and abstracts on conditions like Retinal Artery Occlusion. You can view a list of Dr. Joseph A. Chacko's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Joseph A. Chacko accept my insurance?
Dr. Joseph A. Chacko accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Arkansas Health and Wellness. We recommend calling the office directly at 800-926-8273 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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- Advanced
- Retinal Artery OcclusionDr. Chacko isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Artery Occlusion.
- VitrectomyDr. Chacko isAdvanced. Learn about Vitrectomy.
- Experienced
- BlepharitisDr. Chacko isExperienced. Learn about Blepharitis.
- ChemosisDr. Chacko isExperienced. Learn about Chemosis.
- EndophthalmitisDr. Chacko isExperienced. Learn about Endophthalmitis.
- Optic Nerve AtrophyDr. Chacko isExperienced. Learn about Optic Nerve Atrophy.
- Subconjunctival HemorrhageDr. Chacko isExperienced. Learn about Subconjunctival Hemorrhage.
- Temporal ArteritisDr. Chacko isExperienced. Learn about Temporal Arteritis.
- UveitisDr. Chacko isExperienced. Learn about Uveitis.