
Overview
Joseph E. Zilisch, MD, is an independent ophthalmologist at Ascension Wisconsin in Glendale, WI. Through MCW, he completed his internship/transitional year of residency at St. Joseph's Hospital in Milwaukee. He then went on to complete his Ophthalmology Residency at the University of Virginia Health System in Charlottesville, VA, where he also served as an assistant professor of Ophthalmology. Dr. Zilisch provides a full spectrum of comprehensive eye care.
His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Presbyopia, Glaucoma, and Optic Atrophy Type 1.
Dr. Zilisch is board certified in The American Board Of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Dr. Zilisch is currently accepting new patients.
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5150 N Port Washington Rd, Ste 251, Glendale, WI 53217
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. Joseph E. Zilisch
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph E. Zilisch?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Joseph E. Zilisch by calling their office at 414-332-0606. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Joseph E. Zilisch a top-rated expert for Cataract?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Joseph E. Zilisch is classified as an Experienced expert for Cataract, 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 E. Zilisch specialize in?
While Dr. Joseph E. Zilisch is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Cataract, Presbyopia, and Glaucoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Joseph E. Zilisch participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Joseph E. Zilisch has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Cataract. You can view a list of Dr. Joseph E. Zilisch's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Joseph E. Zilisch accept my insurance?
Dr. Joseph E. Zilisch accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 414-332-0606 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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- CataractDr. Zilisch isExperienced. Learn about Cataract.
- Dry Eye SyndromeDr. Zilisch isExperienced. Learn about Dry Eye Syndrome.
- GlaucomaDr. Zilisch isExperienced. Learn about Glaucoma.
- Ocular Hypertension (OHT)Dr. Zilisch isExperienced. Learn about Ocular Hypertension (OHT).
- Optic Atrophy Type 1Dr. Zilisch isExperienced. Learn about Optic Atrophy Type 1.
- Optic Nerve AtrophyDr. Zilisch isExperienced. Learn about Optic Nerve Atrophy.
- Pigment-Dispersion SyndromeDr. Zilisch isExperienced. Learn about Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome.
- PresbyopiaDr. Zilisch isExperienced. Learn about Presbyopia.

