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Dr. Petros Carvounis earned his medical degree from Oxford University in Oxford, England, followed by an internship at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, New York, He completed his residency in ophthalmology at The George Washington University in Washington, D.C., and a fellowship in diseases and surgery of the retina and vitreous at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. Dr. Carvounis, who is board certified in ophthalmology and surgery, has been in practice since 2000. He treats patients of all ages and speaks Spanish, French and Greek. He has been named one of the Top Doctors in Houston by Houstonia magazine and listed in the Top 40 under 40 by the Ophthalmologist Power List. He has received awards from the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Retina Specialists. Dr. Carvounis has served on the faculties of The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, Baylor College of Medicine and The George Washington University. He is a member of the Retina Society, American Society of Retina Specialists, American Academy of Ophthalmology and EuRETINA. Among Dr. Carvounis’ clinical interests are surgery for epiretinal membrane, vitrectomy for vitreous floaters, diabetic retinopathy and repair of complex retinal detachment. He performs repair surgery for macula hole and retinal detachment without face-down positioning. His practice style combines the most current treatments and surgical options with an old-fashioned physician-patient relationship. His practice offers a high level of surgical expertise utilizing current vitrectomy techniques that have published results, as well as exceptional patient service and extended hours for ease of scheduling. Dr. Carvounis, who lives in the Memorial area, is married and has one daughter. Outside of his practice, he enjoys tennis, horseback riding, windsurfing, opera, travel and chess.
Dr. Carvounis is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Retinal Detachment, Central Serous Chorioretinopathy, Diabetic Retinopathy, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Vitrectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 25 peer reviewed articles.
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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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Petros Carvounis
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Petros Carvounis?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Petros Carvounis by calling their office at 713-637-4408. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Petros Carvounis a top-rated expert for Vitrectomy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Petros Carvounis is classified as an Distinguished 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. Petros Carvounis specialize in?
While Dr. Petros Carvounis is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Vitrectomy, Retinal Detachment, and Central Serous Chorioretinopathy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Petros Carvounis participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Petros Carvounis has published 25 articles and abstracts on conditions like Vitrectomy. You can view a list of Dr. Petros Carvounis's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Petros Carvounis accept my insurance?
Dr. Petros Carvounis accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-637-4408 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Retinal DetachmentDr. Carvounis isDistinguished. Learn about Retinal Detachment.
- VitrectomyDr. Carvounis isDistinguished. Learn about Vitrectomy.
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- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Carvounis isAdvanced. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- Central Serous ChorioretinopathyDr. Carvounis isAdvanced. Learn about Central Serous Chorioretinopathy.
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Carvounis isAdvanced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- EndophthalmitisDr. Carvounis isAdvanced. Learn about Endophthalmitis.
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Carvounis isAdvanced. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
- NeuroretinitisDr. Carvounis isAdvanced. Learn about Neuroretinitis.
- Experienced
- Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD)Dr. Carvounis isExperienced. Learn about Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD).
- CataractDr. Carvounis isExperienced. Learn about Cataract.
- Choroid Plexus CarcinomaDr. Carvounis isExperienced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.
- CMV RetinitisDr. Carvounis isExperienced. Learn about CMV Retinitis.
- Coats DiseaseDr. Carvounis isExperienced. Learn about Coats Disease.
- ColobomaDr. Carvounis isExperienced. Learn about Coloboma.