Overview
Nicholas Bell is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Bellaire, Texas. He has been practicing medicine for over 28 years.
Dr. Bell is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Cataract, Trabeculectomy, and Iridectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 28 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Bell is currently accepting new patients.
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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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Board certified in ophthalmology, Dr. Amy Schefler’s clinical interests include retinoblastoma, uveal melanoma, benign and malignant eye tumors. In practice since 2004, she sees patients of all ages and speaks Spanish. Dr. Schefler earned her medical degree at Weill Cornell Medical College in New York City. She completed both a residency and fellowship at the University of Miami (Florida)’s Bascom Palmer Eye Institute-Anne Bates Leach Eye Hospital. She underwent additional training at the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York City. The hallmark of Dr. Schefler’s practice philosophy is compassionate care grounded in scientific evidence. She offers cutting-edge knowledge and a high degree of availability for both routine appointments and emergencies. Her professional honors include the Society of Heed Fellows Fellow Award (2009), the Heed Ophthalmic Foundation Fellowship Award (2009), the Ronald G. Michels Fellowship Foundation Award (2008), Weill Medical College Honors in Research (2003), the Edward Norton Prize in Ophthalmology at Weill Medical College (2003), the Dean's Research Award at Weill Medical College (2003) and the ARVO/National Eye Institute Travel Fellowship Grant (2002). A resident of Houston, Dr. Schefler is married and the mother of two children. In her leisure time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and children, tennis and traveling. Dr. Schefler is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma of the Eye, Uveal Melanoma, Metastatic Uveal Melanoma, Choroid Plexus Carcinoma, and Vitrectomy.
Baylor College Of Medicine - Ophthalmology
Stephen Pflugfelder, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Houston and nearby communities. Stephen Pflugfelder specializes in Ophthalmology (Eye) and works at BCM Ophthalmology. To make an appointment, please call (713) 798-6100. To review all accepted insurance carriers, please visit: https://www.stlukeshealth.org/patients-visitors/patients/billing-insurance/insurances-accepted. Dr. Pflugfelder is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Interstitial Keratitis, Dry Eye Syndrome, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), Dacryoadenitis, and Corneal Transplant. Dr. Pflugfelder is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Nicholas Bell
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Nicholas Bell?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Nicholas Bell by calling their office at 713-797-1010. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Nicholas Bell a top-rated expert for Glaucoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Nicholas Bell is classified as an Distinguished expert for Glaucoma, 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. Nicholas Bell specialize in?
While Dr. Nicholas Bell is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Trabeculectomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Nicholas Bell participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Nicholas Bell has published 28 articles and abstracts on conditions like Glaucoma. You can view a list of Dr. Nicholas Bell's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Nicholas Bell accept my insurance?
Dr. Nicholas Bell accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-797-1010 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
- GlaucomaDr. Bell isDistinguished. Learn about Glaucoma.
- Advanced
- CataractDr. Bell isAdvanced. Learn about Cataract.
- Ocular Hypertension (OHT)Dr. Bell isAdvanced. Learn about Ocular Hypertension (OHT).
- TrabeculectomyDr. Bell isAdvanced. Learn about Trabeculectomy.
- Experienced
- Allergic ConjunctivitisDr. Bell isExperienced. Learn about Allergic Conjunctivitis.
- Cataract RemovalDr. Bell isExperienced. Learn about Cataract Removal.
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Bell isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- IridectomyDr. Bell isExperienced. Learn about Iridectomy.
- NeuroretinitisDr. Bell isExperienced. Learn about Neuroretinitis.
- Pigment-Dispersion SyndromeDr. Bell isExperienced. Learn about Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome.