Overview
Matthew Benz is an Ophthalmologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Benz is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD), and Vitrectomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 12 peer reviewed articles and participating in 4 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
6560 Fannin St Ste 750, Houston, TX 77030
21216 Northwest Fwy Ste 520, Cypress, TX 77429
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. Matthew Benz
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Matthew Benz?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Matthew Benz by calling their office at 281-587-1987. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Matthew Benz 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. Matthew Benz is classified as an Distinguished 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. Matthew Benz specialize in?
While Dr. Matthew Benz is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Diabetic Retinopathy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Matthew Benz participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Matthew Benz has published 12 articles and abstracts on conditions like Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). You can view a list of Dr. Matthew Benz's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Matthew Benz accept my insurance?
Dr. Matthew Benz accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 281-587-1987 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
- Distinguished
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Benz isDistinguished. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Benz isDistinguished. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
- Advanced
- Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD)
- Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD)
- Cone DystrophyDr. Benz isAdvanced. Learn about Cone Dystrophy.
- Cone Rod Dystrophy Amelogenesis Imperfecta
- Cone-Rod DystrophyDr. Benz isAdvanced. Learn about Cone-Rod Dystrophy.
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Benz isAdvanced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Experienced
- Birdshot ChorioretinopathyDr. Benz isExperienced. Learn about Birdshot Chorioretinopathy.
- Central Serous ChorioretinopathyDr. Benz isExperienced. Learn about Central Serous Chorioretinopathy.
- Choroid Plexus CarcinomaDr. Benz isExperienced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.
- Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)Dr. Benz isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Macular Edema (DME).
- Kallikrein HypertensionDr. Benz isExperienced. Learn about Kallikrein Hypertension.
- NearsightednessDr. Benz isExperienced. Learn about Nearsightedness.

