Overview
Melissa Neuwelt is an Ophthalmologist in Oakland, California. Her top areas of expertise are Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, Retinal Detachment, and Vitrectomy. Dr. Neuwelt is currently accepting new patients.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 4 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
3772 Howe St, 2nd Floor, Oakland, CA 94611
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.
Ophthalmology Clinic
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Retina And Vitreous Clinic
Dr. Jay Stewart is an ophthalmologist who specializes in treating disorders of the retina and vitreous (the thick transparent substance that fills the center of the eye). His expertise includes conditions such as age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, ocular trauma, retinal detachment, retinal vascular diseases and uveitis (swelling of the uvea, the middle layer of the eye). In his research, Stewart studies diabetic retinopathy, drug delivery to the eye, and the permeability and biomechanics of eye tissues. Stewart earned his medical degree at Harvard Medical School and completed a residency in ophthalmology at UCSF. He completed a fellowship at the Doheny Eye Institute and won the vitreoretinal surgery award from the Ronald G. Michels Fellowship Foundation, which funds outstanding young scholars. Stewart is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Society of Retina Specialists and Retina Society. Dr. Stewart is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Retinal Detachment, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Vitrectomy, and Trabeculectomy.
Comprehensive Ophthalmology And Optometry
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Melissa Neuwelt
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Melissa Neuwelt?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Melissa Neuwelt by calling their office at 510-752-1235. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Melissa Neuwelt a top-rated expert for Vitrectomy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Melissa Neuwelt is classified as an Experienced expert for Vitrectomy, 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. Melissa Neuwelt specialize in?
While Dr. Melissa Neuwelt is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Vitrectomy, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Melissa Neuwelt participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Melissa Neuwelt has published 4 articles and abstracts on conditions like Vitrectomy. You can view a list of Dr. Melissa Neuwelt's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Melissa Neuwelt accept my insurance?
Dr. Melissa Neuwelt accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Shield of California and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 510-752-1235 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
- Experienced
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Neuwelt isExperienced. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- Central Serous ChorioretinopathyDr. Neuwelt isExperienced. Learn about Central Serous Chorioretinopathy.
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Neuwelt isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- EndophthalmitisDr. Neuwelt isExperienced. Learn about Endophthalmitis.
- Geographic AtrophyDr. Neuwelt isExperienced. Learn about Geographic Atrophy.
- Incontinentia PigmentiDr. Neuwelt isExperienced. Learn about Incontinentia Pigmenti.