Overview
Phil Aitken is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Burlington, Vermont.
Dr. Aitken is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Optic Nerve Atrophy, Optic Atrophy Type 1, Temporal Arteritis, and Strabismus.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article.
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Locations
111 Colchester Ave 358WP-5, Burlington, VT 05401
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. Phil Aitken
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Phil Aitken?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Phil Aitken by calling their office at 802-847-0400. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Phil Aitken a top-rated expert for Optic Nerve Atrophy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Phil Aitken is classified as an Distinguished expert for Optic Nerve Atrophy, 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. Phil Aitken specialize in?
While Dr. Phil Aitken is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Optic Nerve Atrophy, Optic Atrophy Type 1, and Temporal Arteritis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Phil Aitken participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Phil Aitken has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Optic Nerve Atrophy. You can view a list of Dr. Phil Aitken's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Phil Aitken accept my insurance?
Dr. Phil Aitken accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and MVP Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 802-847-0400 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
- Optic Atrophy Type 1Dr. Aitken isDistinguished. Learn about Optic Atrophy Type 1.
- Optic Nerve AtrophyDr. Aitken isDistinguished. Learn about Optic Nerve Atrophy.
- Advanced
- Benign Essential BlepharospasmDr. Aitken isAdvanced. Learn about Benign Essential Blepharospasm.
- GlaucomaDr. Aitken isAdvanced. Learn about Glaucoma.
- Horner SyndromeDr. Aitken isAdvanced. Learn about Horner Syndrome.
- Ocular Hypertension (OHT)Dr. Aitken isAdvanced. Learn about Ocular Hypertension (OHT).
- PapilledemaDr. Aitken isAdvanced. Learn about Papilledema.
- StrabismusDr. Aitken isAdvanced. Learn about Strabismus.
- Experienced
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Aitken isExperienced. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- Color BlindnessDr. Aitken isExperienced. Learn about Color Blindness.
- Congenital CataractDr. Aitken isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Cataract.
- Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness
- Dry Eye SyndromeDr. Aitken isExperienced. Learn about Dry Eye Syndrome.
- EsotropiaDr. Aitken isExperienced. Learn about Esotropia.