Dr. K B. Freund
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K. Bailey Freund, MD specializes in diagnosis, treatment and care of patients with all retinal disorders including macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and retinal vascular and inflammatory diseases and is an expert in difficult-to-diagnose and rare conditions. He has been at the forefront of pivotal national clinical trials as a principal investigator for treatments for retinal diseases, providing his patients access to the latest solutions and remedies utilizing the most state of the art diagnostic equipment.Dr. Freund is internationally recognized in his field and is a member of the Retina Society, Macula Society, and the American Society of Retina Specialists. He is on the Editorial Board of the journal Retina and is an Associate Editor for Retinal Cases & Brief Reports. He has authored over 250 peer-reviewed scientific manuscripts and has written numerous book chapters. He has received numerous awards including the prestigious Young Investigator Award from the Macula Society.He is a graduate of Williams College and the New York University School of Medicine and completed his residency training in general ophthalmology and fellowship in medical and surgical retina at the Manhattan Eye, Ear, and Throat Hospital. Dr. Freund was born and raised in Manhattan and continues to reside here with his wife and his two children. Dr. Freund enjoys playing the guitar and is a prominent collector of vintage magic apparatus.
Dr. Freund is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Central Serous Chorioretinopathy, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. K B. Freund
How do I make an appointment with Dr. K B. Freund?
You can book an appointment with Dr. K B. Freund by calling their office at 212-861-9797. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. K B. Freund a top-rated expert for Central Serous Chorioretinopathy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. K B. Freund is classified as an Distinguished expert for Central Serous Chorioretinopathy, 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. K B. Freund specialize in?
While Dr. K B. Freund is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Central Serous Chorioretinopathy, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. K B. Freund participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. K B. Freund has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Central Serous Chorioretinopathy. You can view a list of Dr. K B. Freund's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. K B. Freund accept my insurance?
Dr. K B. Freund accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 212-861-9797 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Distinguished
- Central Serous ChorioretinopathyDr. Freund isDistinguished. Learn about Central Serous Chorioretinopathy.
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- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Freund isAdvanced. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
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- Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD)
- ChalazionDr. Freund isExperienced. Learn about Chalazion.
- Choroid Plexus CarcinomaDr. Freund isExperienced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.
- Cone DystrophyDr. Freund isExperienced. Learn about Cone Dystrophy.
- Cone Rod Dystrophy Amelogenesis Imperfecta
- Cone-Rod DystrophyDr. Freund isExperienced. Learn about Cone-Rod Dystrophy.