Overview
Mark Chittum is an Ophthalmologist in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Dr. Chittum is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Geographic Atrophy, and Diabetic Retinopathy. Dr. Chittum is currently accepting new patients.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
2770 N Union Blvd, Ste 140, Colorado Springs, CO 80909
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. Mark E. Chittum
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Mark E. Chittum?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Mark E. Chittum by calling their office at 719-473-9595. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Mark E. Chittum 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. Mark E. Chittum is classified as an Advanced 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. Mark E. Chittum specialize in?
While Dr. Mark E. Chittum is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Geographic Atrophy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Mark E. Chittum participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Mark E. Chittum has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). You can view a list of Dr. Mark E. Chittum's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Mark E. Chittum accept my insurance?
Dr. Mark E. Chittum accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and UnitedHealthcare. We recommend calling the office directly at 719-473-9595 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.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Chittum isAdvanced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Geographic AtrophyDr. Chittum isAdvanced. Learn about Geographic Atrophy.
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Chittum isAdvanced. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
- Retinal DetachmentDr. Chittum isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Detachment.
- Experienced
- Choroid Plexus CarcinomaDr. Chittum isExperienced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.
- NeuroretinitisDr. Chittum isExperienced. Learn about Neuroretinitis.
- Retinal Artery OcclusionDr. Chittum isExperienced. Learn about Retinal Artery Occlusion.
- Retinal Vein OcclusionDr. Chittum isExperienced. Learn about Retinal Vein Occlusion.
- UveitisDr. Chittum isExperienced. Learn about Uveitis.