Overview
Joshua Atkinson is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas.
Dr. Atkinson is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Subconjunctival Hemorrhage, Blepharitis, and Chalazion.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Dr. Atkinson is currently accepting new patients.
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Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Joshua A. Atkinson
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Joshua A. Atkinson?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Joshua A. Atkinson by calling their office at 713-869-6400. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Joshua A. Atkinson a top-rated expert for Cataract?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Joshua A. Atkinson is classified as an Distinguished 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. Joshua A. Atkinson specialize in?
While Dr. Joshua A. Atkinson is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Cataract, Subconjunctival Hemorrhage, and Blepharitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Joshua A. Atkinson participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Joshua A. Atkinson has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Cataract. You can view a list of Dr. Joshua A. Atkinson's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Joshua A. Atkinson accept my insurance?
Dr. Joshua A. Atkinson accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-869-6400 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
- BlepharitisDr. Atkinson isDistinguished. Learn about Blepharitis.
- CataractDr. Atkinson isDistinguished. Learn about Cataract.
- Subconjunctival HemorrhageDr. Atkinson isDistinguished. Learn about Subconjunctival Hemorrhage.
- Advanced
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)
- AmblyopiaDr. Atkinson isAdvanced. Learn about Amblyopia.
- AstigmatismDr. Atkinson isAdvanced. Learn about Astigmatism.
- Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD)Dr. Atkinson isAdvanced. Learn about Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD).
- ChalazionDr. Atkinson isAdvanced. Learn about Chalazion.
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Atkinson isAdvanced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Dry Eye SyndromeDr. Atkinson isAdvanced. Learn about Dry Eye Syndrome.
- Eyelid BumpDr. Atkinson isAdvanced. Learn about Eyelid Bump.
- GlaucomaDr. Atkinson isAdvanced. Learn about Glaucoma.
- Gyrate Atrophy of the Choroid and Retina
- Interstitial KeratitisDr. Atkinson isAdvanced. Learn about Interstitial Keratitis.
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Atkinson isAdvanced. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
- MeibomianitisDr. Atkinson isAdvanced. Learn about Meibomianitis.
- NearsightednessDr. Atkinson isAdvanced. Learn about Nearsightedness.
- NeuroretinitisDr. Atkinson isAdvanced. Learn about Neuroretinitis.
- Ocular Hypertension (OHT)Dr. Atkinson isAdvanced. Learn about Ocular Hypertension (OHT).
- PingueculaDr. Atkinson isAdvanced. Learn about Pinguecula.
- PterygiumDr. Atkinson isAdvanced. Learn about Pterygium.
- StrabismusDr. Atkinson isAdvanced. Learn about Strabismus.
- UveitisDr. Atkinson isAdvanced. Learn about Uveitis.
- Experienced
- Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD)
- Allergic ConjunctivitisDr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Allergic Conjunctivitis.
- Bell's PalsyDr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Bell's Palsy.
- Benign Essential BlepharospasmDr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Benign Essential Blepharospasm.
- ChemosisDr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Chemosis.
- Choroid Plexus CarcinomaDr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.
- Coats DiseaseDr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Coats Disease.
- Cone DystrophyDr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Cone Dystrophy.
- Cone Rod Dystrophy Amelogenesis ImperfectaDr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Cone Rod Dystrophy Amelogenesis Imperfecta.
- Cone-Rod DystrophyDr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Cone-Rod Dystrophy.
- Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)Dr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye).
- Doyne Honeycomb Retinal DystrophyDr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Doyne Honeycomb Retinal Dystrophy.
- EntropionDr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Entropion.
- EpiscleritisDr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Episcleritis.
- EsotropiaDr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Esotropia.
- Eyelid DroopingDr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Eyelid Drooping.
- Facial ParalysisDr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Facial Paralysis.
- Familial Exudative VitreoretinopathyDr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Familial Exudative Vitreoretinopathy.
- Graves DiseaseDr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Graves Disease.
- Hyperferritinemia-Cataract SyndromeDr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Hyperferritinemia-Cataract Syndrome.
- HyphemaDr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Hyphema.
- Increased Intracranial PressureDr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Increased Intracranial Pressure.
- Kallikrein HypertensionDr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Kallikrein Hypertension.
- KeratoconusDr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Keratoconus.
- Leber Hereditary Optic Neuropathy (LHON)Dr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Leber Hereditary Optic Neuropathy (LHON).
- Optic Atrophy Type 1Dr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Optic Atrophy Type 1.
- Optic Nerve AtrophyDr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Optic Nerve Atrophy.
- Optic NeuritisDr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Optic Neuritis.
- PapilledemaDr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Papilledema.
- Pigment-Dispersion SyndromeDr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome.
- PresbyopiaDr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Presbyopia.
- PtosisDr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Ptosis.
- Recurrent Peripheral Facial PalsyDr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Recurrent Peripheral Facial Palsy.
- Retinal Artery OcclusionDr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Retinal Artery Occlusion.
- Retinal DetachmentDr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Retinal Detachment.
- Retinal Vasculopathy with Cerebral Leukodystrophy
- Retinal Vein OcclusionDr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Retinal Vein Occlusion.
- Retinitis PigmentosaDr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Retinitis Pigmentosa.
- ScleritisDr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Scleritis.
- Sjogren SyndromeDr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Sjogren Syndrome.
- Stargardt Macular DegenerationDr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Stargardt Macular Degeneration.
- Usher SyndromeDr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Usher Syndrome.
- Usher Syndrome Type 2ADr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Usher Syndrome Type 2A.
- Vernal KeratoconjunctivitisDr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis.
- X-Linked Juvenile RetinoschisisDr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about X-Linked Juvenile Retinoschisis.
- X-Linked Retinal DysplasiaDr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about X-Linked Retinal Dysplasia.
- X-Linked Retinitis Pigmentosa (XLRP)Dr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about X-Linked Retinitis Pigmentosa (XLRP).