Overview
Dr. Small is a board-certified ophthalmologist with years of specialized training and over two decades of experience in retinal disorders, making him a leading expert in his field. Using the very latest methods, Dr. Small can diagnose and treat the full spectrum of retinal disorders, including diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, retinal detachments, retinal vascular disease and more. Throughout his career, Dr. Small has been involved in research and clinical trials backed by over $10 million in funding that will improve patient care for years to come. Dr. Small is also the published author of over 300 articles relating to all aspects of retinal disease. For over a decade, Dr. Small was both Professor and Director of the Macular Disease Center and Retinal Research lab at the Jules Stein Eye Institute at UCLA. He has taught nearly 100 ophthalmologists and optometrists. In addition, Dr. Small is a frequent guest lecturer and recognized expert both nationally and internationally.Finally, Dr. Small will treat you with the utmost concern and compassion you deserve every step of the way. Your appointments with him are unhurried and informative, and he will explain everything to you in simple, easy-to-understand language. It's why Dr. Kent Small is trusted by nearly 300 Glendale and Los Angeles area ophthalmologists, optometrists and other medical specialists for their patients who need retinal care.Innovative, experienced and highly personalized retinal care.
Dr. Small is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Endophthalmitis, Retinal Vein Occlusion, and Vitrectomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 36 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
8635 W 3rd St, Ste 395W, Los Angeles, CA 90048
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. Kent W. Small
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Kent W. Small?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Kent W. Small by calling their office at 310-659-2200. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Kent W. Small a top-rated expert for Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kent W. Small is classified as an Elite expert for Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), 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. Kent W. Small specialize in?
While Dr. Kent W. Small is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Endophthalmitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Kent W. Small participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Kent W. Small has published 36 articles and abstracts on conditions like Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). You can view a list of Dr. Kent W. Small's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Kent W. Small accept my insurance?
Dr. Kent W. Small accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 310-659-2200 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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- Elite
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)
- Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
- Distinguished
- EndophthalmitisDr. Small isDistinguished. Learn about Endophthalmitis.
- Advanced
- Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD)
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Small isAdvanced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Geographic AtrophyDr. Small isAdvanced. Learn about Geographic Atrophy.
- Leber Congenital AmaurosisDr. Small isAdvanced. Learn about Leber Congenital Amaurosis.
- Retinal Artery OcclusionDr. Small isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Artery Occlusion.
- Retinal Vein OcclusionDr. Small isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Vein Occlusion.
- Experienced
- BlepharitisDr. Small isExperienced. Learn about Blepharitis.
- ChalazionDr. Small isExperienced. Learn about Chalazion.
- Cone DystrophyDr. Small isExperienced. Learn about Cone Dystrophy.
- Cone Rod Dystrophy Amelogenesis Imperfecta
- Cone-Rod DystrophyDr. Small isExperienced. Learn about Cone-Rod Dystrophy.
- Congenital ToxoplasmosisDr. Small isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Toxoplasmosis.