Overview
Michael Altaweel is an Ophthalmologist in Freeport, Illinois. Dr. Altaweel is highly rated in 21 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.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 49 peer reviewed articles and participating in 3 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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1045 W Stephenson St, Freeport, IL 61032
600 Highland Ave, Madison, WI 53792
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. Michael Altaweel
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Altaweel?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Michael Altaweel by calling their office at 815-599-6000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Michael Altaweel a top-rated expert for Retinal Detachment?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michael Altaweel 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. Michael Altaweel specialize in?
While Dr. Michael Altaweel is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Retinal Detachment, 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. Michael Altaweel participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Michael Altaweel has published 49 articles and abstracts on conditions like Retinal Detachment. You can view a list of Dr. Michael Altaweel's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Michael Altaweel accept my insurance?
Dr. Michael Altaweel accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 815-599-6000 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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- Distinguished
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Altaweel isDistinguished. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- Choroid Plexus CarcinomaDr. Altaweel isDistinguished. Learn about Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Altaweel isDistinguished. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Altaweel isDistinguished. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
- Melanoma of the EyeDr. Altaweel isDistinguished. Learn about Melanoma of the Eye.
- Retinal Artery OcclusionDr. Altaweel isDistinguished. Learn about Retinal Artery Occlusion.
- Advanced
- Birdshot ChorioretinopathyDr. Altaweel isAdvanced. Learn about Birdshot Chorioretinopathy.
- Central Serous ChorioretinopathyDr. Altaweel isAdvanced. Learn about Central Serous Chorioretinopathy.
- EndophthalmitisDr. Altaweel isAdvanced. Learn about Endophthalmitis.
- Geographic AtrophyDr. Altaweel isAdvanced. Learn about Geographic Atrophy.
- Metastatic Uveal MelanomaDr. Altaweel isAdvanced. Learn about Metastatic Uveal Melanoma.
- NeuroretinitisDr. Altaweel isAdvanced. Learn about Neuroretinitis.
- Experienced
- Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD)
- AniridiaDr. Altaweel isExperienced. Learn about Aniridia.
- Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD)Dr. Altaweel isExperienced. Learn about Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD).
- CataractDr. Altaweel isExperienced. Learn about Cataract.
- Cataract RemovalDr. Altaweel isExperienced. Learn about Cataract Removal.
- Coats DiseaseDr. Altaweel isExperienced. Learn about Coats Disease.