Overview
Robert Nettune is an Ophthalmologist in Athens, Texas. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Pterygium, Glaucoma, and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
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Texas Retina Associates
Dr. Abbey graduated magna cum laude from Harvard University and received his medical degree, with honors, at Weill Cornell Medical College in New York, NY. He completed his transitional residency at Scripps Mercy Hospital in San Diego, CA, and his ophthalmology residency at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami, FL. He then completed his fellowship in vitreoretinal surgery at William Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak, MI. Dr. Abbey specializes in the management of all diseases of the retina and vitreous. His clinical expertise includes the diagnosis and treatment of macular degeneration, retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, macular holes, retinopathy of prematurity and other pediatric retinal diseases. He has been active in research during his medical career and has published numerous peer-reviewed scientific papers, book chapters and national meeting abstracts on various ophthalmologic topics. Dr. Abbey is board-certified in ophthalmology. He is an active fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and is an active member of the American Society of Retina Specialists, the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology and the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. He also serves as a manuscript referee for the standard scientific journal of his field, RETINA: The Journal of Retina and Vitreous Diseases. Dr. Abbey is highly rated in 38 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Geographic Atrophy, Vitrectomy, and Cataract Removal.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Robert J. Nettune
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Robert J. Nettune?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Robert J. Nettune by calling their office at 903-681-4840. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Robert J. Nettune a top-rated expert for Cataract?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Robert J. Nettune is classified as an Experienced expert for Cataract, 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. Robert J. Nettune specialize in?
While Dr. Robert J. Nettune is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Cataract, Pterygium, and Glaucoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Robert J. Nettune accept my insurance?
Dr. Robert J. Nettune accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 903-681-4840 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Nettune isExperienced. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- CataractDr. Nettune isExperienced. Learn about Cataract.
- GlaucomaDr. Nettune isExperienced. Learn about Glaucoma.
- PterygiumDr. Nettune isExperienced. Learn about Pterygium.