Overview
Michael Heiferman is an Ophthalmologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Heiferman is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Uveal Melanoma, Melanoma of the Eye, Diabetic Retinopathy, Acute Posterior Multifocal Placoid Pigment Epitheliopathy (APMPPE), and Vitrectomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 47 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1009 S Wood St, Chicago, IL 60612
2452 Watson Ct, Palo Alto, CA 94303
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 Heiferman
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Heiferman?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Michael Heiferman by calling their office at 312-996-3937. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Michael Heiferman a top-rated expert for Uveal Melanoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michael Heiferman is classified as an Distinguished expert for Uveal Melanoma, 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 Heiferman specialize in?
While Dr. Michael Heiferman is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Uveal Melanoma, Melanoma of the Eye, and Diabetic Retinopathy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Michael Heiferman participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Michael Heiferman has published 47 articles and abstracts on conditions like Uveal Melanoma. You can view a list of Dr. Michael Heiferman's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Michael Heiferman accept my insurance?
Dr. Michael Heiferman accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 312-996-3937 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
- Uveal MelanomaDr. Heiferman isDistinguished. Learn about Uveal Melanoma.
- Advanced
- Acute Posterior Multifocal Placoid Pigment Epitheliopathy (APMPPE)
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Heiferman isAdvanced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Melanoma of the EyeDr. Heiferman isAdvanced. Learn about Melanoma of the Eye.
- VitrectomyDr. Heiferman isAdvanced. Learn about Vitrectomy.
- Experienced
- Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD)
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Heiferman isExperienced. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- CataractDr. Heiferman isExperienced. Learn about Cataract.
- Choroid Plexus CarcinomaDr. Heiferman isExperienced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.
- Coats DiseaseDr. Heiferman isExperienced. Learn about Coats Disease.
- EndophthalmitisDr. Heiferman isExperienced. Learn about Endophthalmitis.