Dr. Royce W. Chen
Overview
Royce Chen, MD, is the Jean Sheng Associate Professor of Ophthalmology, Vice Chair of Education, and Residency Program Director for the Department of Ophthalmology at Columbia University Irving Medical Center. He is also an Attending Ophthalmologist at Harlem Hospital Center. Dr. Chen is a board-certified ophthalmologist who specializes in the surgical and medical management of vitreoretinal disease and uveitis. Dr. Chen graduated from Yale University with a B.A. in Music where he sang at Mory's every week with the Yale Whiffenpoofs. He received his M.D. from Tufts University School of Medicine before performing his ophthalmology residency at Columbia University, where he served as Chief Resident. This was followed by a 2-year vitreoretinal surgical fellowship at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute at the University of Miami, where he served as a Clinical Instructor in Ophthalmology.He has received numerous honors, including the John Martin Wheeler Resident Teaching Award at Columbia, the Heed Foundation Fellowship, American Academy of Ophthalmology Achievement Award, selection into the New-York Presbyterian Leadership-Academy (LEAD), and recognition as a NYC Super Doctor. Dr. Chen has a wide range of research interests, ranging from retinal imaging, to artificial intelligence, to innovation in clinical and surgical education. In addition to his roles at Columbia, Dr. Chen also serves on the Board of Trustees and as Vice President of Trainee Mentorship for the Vit Buckle Society and as Planning Group Member for the National Eye Institute Health Education Program.
Dr. Chen is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Retinal Detachment, Endophthalmitis, Uveitis, Vitrectomy, and Cataract Removal.
Dr. Chen is board certified in Ophthalmology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 60 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Chen is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
37 W 65th Street, Floor 6, New York, NY 10023
622 W 168th Street, Vanderbilt Clinic Building, 3rd Floor, New York, NY 10032
880 Third Avenue, Floor 3, Suite F, New York, NY 10022
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Dr. Chen 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
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Royce W. Chen
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Royce W. Chen?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Royce W. Chen by calling their office at 212-305-9535. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Royce W. Chen a top-rated expert for Retinal Detachment?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Royce W. Chen is classified as an Distinguished expert for Retinal Detachment, 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. Royce W. Chen specialize in?
While Dr. Royce W. Chen is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Retinal Detachment, Vitrectomy, and Endophthalmitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Royce W. Chen participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Royce W. Chen has published 60 articles and abstracts on conditions like Retinal Detachment. You can view a list of Dr. Royce W. Chen's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Royce W. Chen accept my insurance?
Dr. Royce W. Chen accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 212-305-9535 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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- Distinguished
- Retinal DetachmentDr. Chen isDistinguished. Learn about Retinal Detachment.
- VitrectomyDr. Chen isDistinguished. Learn about Vitrectomy.
- Advanced
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)
- EndophthalmitisDr. Chen isAdvanced. Learn about Endophthalmitis.
- Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
- NeuroretinitisDr. Chen isAdvanced. Learn about Neuroretinitis.
- Retinopathy Pigmentary Mental Retardation
- UveitisDr. Chen isAdvanced. Learn about Uveitis.
- Experienced
- Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD)
- CataractDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Cataract.
- Cataract RemovalDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Cataract Removal.
- Central Serous ChorioretinopathyDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Central Serous Chorioretinopathy.
- ChoroideremiaDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Choroideremia.
- CMV RetinitisDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about CMV Retinitis.