Dr. Pratap Challa
Overview
Pratap Challa is an Ophthalmologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Challa has been practicing medicine for over 33 years is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome, Iridectomy, and Cataract Removal.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 64 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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- HMO
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- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
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- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
2351 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27705
234 Crooked Creek Pkwy, Durham, NC 27713
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Challa has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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. Pratap Challa
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Pratap Challa?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Pratap Challa by calling their office at 919-681-3937. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Pratap Challa a top-rated expert for Glaucoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Pratap Challa is classified as an Elite 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. Pratap Challa specialize in?
While Dr. Pratap Challa is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Pratap Challa participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Pratap Challa has published 64 articles and abstracts on conditions like Glaucoma. You can view a list of Dr. Pratap Challa's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Pratap Challa accept my insurance?
Dr. Pratap Challa accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 919-681-3937 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
- Elite
- GlaucomaDr. Challa isElite. Learn about Glaucoma.
- Distinguished
- Ocular Hypertension (OHT)Dr. Challa isDistinguished. Learn about Ocular Hypertension (OHT).
- Pigment-Dispersion SyndromeDr. Challa isDistinguished. Learn about Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome.
- Advanced
- CataractDr. Challa isAdvanced. Learn about Cataract.
- Hypothalamic HamartomasDr. Challa isAdvanced. Learn about Hypothalamic Hamartomas.
- IridectomyDr. Challa isAdvanced. Learn about Iridectomy.
- Linear Nevus Sebaceous SyndromeDr. Challa isAdvanced. Learn about Linear Nevus Sebaceous Syndrome.
- Peutz-Jeghers SyndromeDr. Challa isAdvanced. Learn about Peutz-Jeghers Syndrome.
- Phacomatosis PigmentokeratoticaDr. Challa isAdvanced. Learn about Phacomatosis Pigmentokeratotica.
- Experienced
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Challa isExperienced. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- AniridiaDr. Challa isExperienced. Learn about Aniridia.
- Cataract RemovalDr. Challa isExperienced. Learn about Cataract Removal.
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Challa isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- EndophthalmitisDr. Challa isExperienced. Learn about Endophthalmitis.
- Gyrate Atrophy of the Choroid and Retina