
Overview
Dr. Foroozan has published hundreds of manuscripts in the field of medicine. He is the current editor-in-chief of International Ophthalmology Clinics and has published several books in Ophthalmology including the widely read 7th edition of the Neuro-ophthalmology Review Manual. He is a reviewer for dozens of journals in the field of Ophthalmology and neuroscience, and has been an active contributor to Web MD since 2000.
Dr. Foroozan is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Papilledema, Optic Neuritis, Increased Intracranial Pressure, Optic Nerve Atrophy, and Vitrectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 69 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Foroozan is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
1977 Butler Blvd, Ste E3.100 MS BCM 633, Houston, TX 77030
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Foroozan 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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Baylor College Of Medicine - Ophthalmology
Stephen Pflugfelder, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Houston and nearby communities. Stephen Pflugfelder specializes in Ophthalmology (Eye) and works at BCM Ophthalmology. To make an appointment, please call (713) 798-6100. To review all accepted insurance carriers, please visit: https://www.stlukeshealth.org/patients-visitors/patients/billing-insurance/insurances-accepted. Dr. Pflugfelder is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Interstitial Keratitis, Dry Eye Syndrome, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), Dacryoadenitis, and Corneal Transplant. Dr. Pflugfelder is currently accepting new patients.
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. Rod Foroozan
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Rod Foroozan?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Rod Foroozan by calling their office at 713-798-6100. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Rod Foroozan a top-rated expert for Papilledema?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Rod Foroozan is classified as an Distinguished expert for Papilledema, 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. Rod Foroozan specialize in?
While Dr. Rod Foroozan is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Papilledema, Optic Neuritis, and Increased Intracranial Pressure. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Rod Foroozan participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Rod Foroozan has published 69 articles and abstracts on conditions like Papilledema. You can view a list of Dr. Rod Foroozan's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Rod Foroozan accept my insurance?
Dr. Rod Foroozan accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-798-6100 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 NeuritisDr. Foroozan isDistinguished. Learn about Optic Neuritis.
- PapilledemaDr. Foroozan isDistinguished. Learn about Papilledema.
- Advanced
- Cat Scratch DiseaseDr. Foroozan isAdvanced. Learn about Cat Scratch Disease.
- Gomez Lopez Hernandez SyndromeDr. Foroozan isAdvanced. Learn about Gomez Lopez Hernandez Syndrome.
- Increased Intracranial PressureDr. Foroozan isAdvanced. Learn about Increased Intracranial Pressure.
- Marcus Gunn PhenomenonDr. Foroozan isAdvanced. Learn about Marcus Gunn Phenomenon.
- NeurofibromatosisDr. Foroozan isAdvanced. Learn about Neurofibromatosis.
- Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)Dr. Foroozan isAdvanced. Learn about Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1).
- Experienced
- Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Foroozan isExperienced. Learn about Arteriovenous Malformation.
- Brown SyndromeDr. Foroozan isExperienced. Learn about Brown Syndrome.
- ChemosisDr. Foroozan isExperienced. Learn about Chemosis.
- Coloboma of Optic NerveDr. Foroozan isExperienced. Learn about Coloboma of Optic Nerve.
- Coloboma of Optic PapillaDr. Foroozan isExperienced. Learn about Coloboma of Optic Papilla.
- Cone DystrophyDr. Foroozan isExperienced. Learn about Cone Dystrophy.


