Overview
Omar Iqbal is an Ophthalmologist in Shreveport, Louisiana. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Retinopathy, Retinal Artery Occlusion, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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1501 Kings Hwy, Shreveport, LA 71103
93 Eastgate Dr, Washington, IL 61571
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. Omar Iqbal
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Omar Iqbal?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Omar Iqbal by calling their office at 318-675-5000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Omar Iqbal a top-rated expert for Diabetic Retinopathy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Omar Iqbal is classified as an Experienced expert for Diabetic Retinopathy, 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. Omar Iqbal specialize in?
While Dr. Omar Iqbal is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Diabetic Retinopathy, Retinal Artery Occlusion, 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. Omar Iqbal participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Omar Iqbal has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Diabetic Retinopathy. You can view a list of Dr. Omar Iqbal's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Omar Iqbal accept my insurance?
Dr. Omar Iqbal accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 318-675-5000 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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- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)
- Birdshot ChorioretinopathyDr. Iqbal isExperienced. Learn about Birdshot Chorioretinopathy.
- Central Serous ChorioretinopathyDr. Iqbal isExperienced. Learn about Central Serous Chorioretinopathy.
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Iqbal isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Eales DiseaseDr. Iqbal isExperienced. Learn about Eales Disease.
- EndophthalmitisDr. Iqbal isExperienced. Learn about Endophthalmitis.