Dr. Priyatham S. Mettu
Overview
As a medical retina specialist, I am passionate about providing state-of-the-art care to patients with age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal vein occlusion, and other macular diseases. I approach each patient as an individual and strive to provide care that addresses his or her unique needs and goals. For each of my patients, I carefully consider exam findings and results of advanced retinal imaging studies and use this information to design a personalized treatment strategy. In my role as a physician, I enjoy most the enduring relationships that I build with patients and their families, and the opportunities that I have to make a lasting positive impact on their lives. In addition to patient care, I maintain an active clinical and laboratory research program. I am actively involved in clinical trials of new treatments for age-related macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy, and in studies of new imaging technologies for improved diagnosis and monitoring of macular diseases. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my wife and children.
Dr. Mettu is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Geographic Atrophy, and Diabetic Retinopathy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 26 peer reviewed articles and participating in 3 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
2351 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27705
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Mettu 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. Priyatham S. Mettu
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Priyatham S. Mettu?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Priyatham S. Mettu 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. Priyatham S. Mettu a top-rated expert for Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Priyatham S. Mettu is classified as an Elite expert for Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), 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. Priyatham S. Mettu specialize in?
While Dr. Priyatham S. Mettu is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Geographic Atrophy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Priyatham S. Mettu participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Priyatham S. Mettu has published 26 articles and abstracts on conditions like Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). You can view a list of Dr. Priyatham S. Mettu's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Priyatham S. Mettu accept my insurance?
Dr. Priyatham S. Mettu accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Ambetter. 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.
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- Elite
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)
- Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
- Distinguished
- Geographic AtrophyDr. Mettu isDistinguished. Learn about Geographic Atrophy.
- Advanced
- Central Serous Chorioretinopathy
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Mettu isAdvanced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Retinal Artery OcclusionDr. Mettu isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Artery Occlusion.
- Retinal Vein OcclusionDr. Mettu isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Vein Occlusion.
- Experienced
- Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD)
- Birdshot ChorioretinopathyDr. Mettu isExperienced. Learn about Birdshot Chorioretinopathy.
- Cone DystrophyDr. Mettu isExperienced. Learn about Cone Dystrophy.
- Cone Rod Dystrophy Amelogenesis Imperfecta
- Cone-Rod DystrophyDr. Mettu isExperienced. Learn about Cone-Rod Dystrophy.
- Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)Dr. Mettu isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Macular Edema (DME).