Overview
Joseph Rizzo is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts.
Dr. Rizzo is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Optic Neuritis, Papilledema, Temporal Arteritis, and Meningioma.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
243 Charles St Fl 9, Boston, MA 02114
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Rizzo has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Joseph Rizzo
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph Rizzo?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Joseph Rizzo 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. Joseph Rizzo a top-rated expert for Optic Neuritis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Joseph Rizzo 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. Joseph Rizzo specialize in?
While Dr. Joseph Rizzo is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Optic Neuritis, Papilledema, and Temporal Arteritis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Joseph Rizzo participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Joseph Rizzo has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Optic Neuritis. You can view a list of Dr. Joseph Rizzo's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Joseph Rizzo accept my insurance?
Dr. Joseph Rizzo 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
- Increased Intracranial PressureDr. Rizzo isDistinguished. Learn about Increased Intracranial Pressure.
- MeningiomaDr. Rizzo isDistinguished. Learn about Meningioma.
- Optic NeuritisDr. Rizzo isDistinguished. Learn about Optic Neuritis.
- PapilledemaDr. Rizzo isDistinguished. Learn about Papilledema.
- Pseudotumor Cerebri SyndromeDr. Rizzo isDistinguished. Learn about Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome.
- Temporal ArteritisDr. Rizzo isDistinguished. Learn about Temporal Arteritis.
- Advanced
- Charles Bonnet SyndromeDr. Rizzo isAdvanced. Learn about Charles Bonnet Syndrome.
- Horizontal Gaze Palsy with Progressive Scoliosis
- Horner SyndromeDr. Rizzo isAdvanced. Learn about Horner Syndrome.
- Leber Hereditary Optic Neuropathy (LHON)
- MeningitisDr. Rizzo isAdvanced. Learn about Meningitis.
- Myasthenia GravisDr. Rizzo isAdvanced. Learn about Myasthenia Gravis.
- Experienced
- Acoustic NeuromaDr. Rizzo isExperienced. Learn about Acoustic Neuroma.
- AstrocytomaDr. Rizzo isExperienced. Learn about Astrocytoma.
- Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT)
- Benign Essential BlepharospasmDr. Rizzo isExperienced. Learn about Benign Essential Blepharospasm.
- Boucher-Neuhauser SyndromeDr. Rizzo isExperienced. Learn about Boucher-Neuhauser Syndrome.
- Brain Stem CancerDr. Rizzo isExperienced. Learn about Brain Stem Cancer.