Overview
Matthew West is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.
Dr. West is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Retinal Detachment, Diabetic Retinopathy, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 8 peer reviewed articles. Dr. West is currently accepting new patients.
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- HMO
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- INSURANCE PLAN
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- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
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- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
500 Hargrove Rd E, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
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 R. West
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Matthew R. West?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Matthew R. West by calling their office at 205-343-0003. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Matthew R. West a top-rated expert for Retinal Detachment?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Matthew R. West is classified as an Distinguished expert for Retinal Detachment, 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 R. West specialize in?
While Dr. Matthew R. West is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Retinal Detachment, Diabetic Retinopathy, 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. Matthew R. West participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Matthew R. West has published 8 articles and abstracts on conditions like Retinal Detachment. You can view a list of Dr. Matthew R. West's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Matthew R. West accept my insurance?
Dr. Matthew R. West accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alliant Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 205-343-0003 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
- Retinal DetachmentDr. West isDistinguished. Learn about Retinal Detachment.
- Advanced
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)
- Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD)
- Birdshot ChorioretinopathyDr. West isAdvanced. Learn about Birdshot Chorioretinopathy.
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. West isAdvanced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- EndophthalmitisDr. West isAdvanced. Learn about Endophthalmitis.
- Geographic AtrophyDr. West isAdvanced. Learn about Geographic Atrophy.
- HyphemaDr. West isAdvanced. Learn about Hyphema.
- Kallikrein HypertensionDr. West isAdvanced. Learn about Kallikrein Hypertension.
- Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
- NeuroretinitisDr. West isAdvanced. Learn about Neuroretinitis.
- Retinal Artery OcclusionDr. West isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Artery Occlusion.
- Retinal Vein OcclusionDr. West isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Vein Occlusion.
- Stickler SyndromeDr. West isAdvanced. Learn about Stickler Syndrome.
- Experienced
- Acute Posterior Multifocal Placoid Pigment Epitheliopathy (APMPPE)
- Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD)
- BlepharitisDr. West isExperienced. Learn about Blepharitis.
- CataractDr. West isExperienced. Learn about Cataract.
- Central Serous ChorioretinopathyDr. West isExperienced. Learn about Central Serous Chorioretinopathy.
- Choroid Plexus CarcinomaDr. West isExperienced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.
- Cone DystrophyDr. West isExperienced. Learn about Cone Dystrophy.
- Cone Rod Dystrophy Amelogenesis Imperfecta
- Cone-Rod DystrophyDr. West isExperienced. Learn about Cone-Rod Dystrophy.
- Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)Dr. West isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Macular Edema (DME).
- Doyne Honeycomb Retinal DystrophyDr. West isExperienced. Learn about Doyne Honeycomb Retinal Dystrophy.
- Dry Eye SyndromeDr. West isExperienced. Learn about Dry Eye Syndrome.
- Eales DiseaseDr. West isExperienced. Learn about Eales Disease.
- Eyelid DroopingDr. West isExperienced. Learn about Eyelid Drooping.
- GlaucomaDr. West isExperienced. Learn about Glaucoma.
- Gyrate Atrophy of the Choroid and Retina
- NearsightednessDr. West isExperienced. Learn about Nearsightedness.
- Ocular Hypertension (OHT)Dr. West isExperienced. Learn about Ocular Hypertension (OHT).
- Ocular ToxoplasmosisDr. West isExperienced. Learn about Ocular Toxoplasmosis.
- PapilledemaDr. West isExperienced. Learn about Papilledema.
- Pigment-Dispersion SyndromeDr. West isExperienced. Learn about Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome.
- PtosisDr. West isExperienced. Learn about Ptosis.
- Punctate Inner ChoroidopathyDr. West isExperienced. Learn about Punctate Inner Choroidopathy.
- Retinitis PigmentosaDr. West isExperienced. Learn about Retinitis Pigmentosa.
- Retinochoroidal ColobomaDr. West isExperienced. Learn about Retinochoroidal Coloboma.
- ScleritisDr. West isExperienced. Learn about Scleritis.
- Stargardt Macular DegenerationDr. West isExperienced. Learn about Stargardt Macular Degeneration.
- Subconjunctival HemorrhageDr. West isExperienced. Learn about Subconjunctival Hemorrhage.
- ToxoplasmosisDr. West isExperienced. Learn about Toxoplasmosis.
- Usher SyndromeDr. West isExperienced. Learn about Usher Syndrome.
- Usher Syndrome Type 2ADr. West isExperienced. Learn about Usher Syndrome Type 2A.
- UveitisDr. West isExperienced. Learn about Uveitis.
- X-Linked Juvenile RetinoschisisDr. West isExperienced. Learn about X-Linked Juvenile Retinoschisis.
- X-Linked Retinal DysplasiaDr. West isExperienced. Learn about X-Linked Retinal Dysplasia.
- X-Linked Retinitis Pigmentosa (XLRP)