MUSC Health University Medical Center
169 Ashley Ave, 
Charleston, SC 

Overview

Kristin Patel is an Ophthalmologist in Charleston, South Carolina. Her top areas of expertise are Cataract, Diabetic Retinopathy, Glaucoma, and Cataract Removal.

Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Licenses

Ophthalmology in SC

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO

Locations

MUSC Health University Medical Center
169 Ashley Ave, Charleston, SC 29425

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. Kristin Patel

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Kristin Patel?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Kristin Patel by calling their office at 843-792-3072. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Kristin Patel a top-rated expert for Cataract?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kristin Patel 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. Kristin Patel specialize in?

While Dr. Kristin Patel is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Cataract, Cataract Removal, and Diabetic Retinopathy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.

Does Dr. Kristin Patel participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Kristin Patel has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Cataract. You can view a list of Dr. Kristin Patel's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Kristin Patel accept my insurance?

Dr. Kristin Patel accepts most major insurance plans, including Humana. We recommend calling the office directly at 843-792-3072 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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