Overview
Russell Read is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama.
Dr. Read is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Uveitis, Scleritis, Neuroretinitis, and Endophthalmitis.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 24 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Read is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
700 18th St S Ste 601, Birmingham, AL 35233
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.
1 Clinical Trials
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Russell W. Read
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Russell W. Read?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Russell W. Read by calling their office at 205-731-9050. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Russell W. Read a top-rated expert for Uveitis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Russell W. Read is classified as an Distinguished expert for Uveitis, 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. Russell W. Read specialize in?
While Dr. Russell W. Read is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Uveitis, Scleritis, and Neuroretinitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Russell W. Read participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Russell W. Read has published 24 articles and abstracts on conditions like Uveitis. You can view a list of Dr. Russell W. Read's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Russell W. Read accept my insurance?
Dr. Russell W. Read accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 205-731-9050 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
- EndophthalmitisDr. Read isDistinguished. Learn about Endophthalmitis.
- NeuroretinitisDr. Read isDistinguished. Learn about Neuroretinitis.
- Punctate Inner ChoroidopathyDr. Read isDistinguished. Learn about Punctate Inner Choroidopathy.
- ScleritisDr. Read isDistinguished. Learn about Scleritis.
- UveitisDr. Read isDistinguished. Learn about Uveitis.
- Advanced
- CataractDr. Read isAdvanced. Learn about Cataract.
- Eales DiseaseDr. Read isAdvanced. Learn about Eales Disease.
- EpiscleritisDr. Read isAdvanced. Learn about Episcleritis.
- Ocular ToxoplasmosisDr. Read isAdvanced. Learn about Ocular Toxoplasmosis.
- ToxoplasmosisDr. Read isAdvanced. Learn about Toxoplasmosis.
- Experienced
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)
- Axenfeld-Rieger SyndromeDr. Read isExperienced. Learn about Axenfeld-Rieger Syndrome.
- BlepharitisDr. Read isExperienced. Learn about Blepharitis.
- Cicatricial PemphigoidDr. Read isExperienced. Learn about Cicatricial Pemphigoid.
- CMV RetinitisDr. Read isExperienced. Learn about CMV Retinitis.
- Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Read isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Dry Eye SyndromeDr. Read isExperienced. Learn about Dry Eye Syndrome.
- Fuchs DystrophyDr. Read isExperienced. Learn about Fuchs Dystrophy.
- Geographic AtrophyDr. Read isExperienced. Learn about Geographic Atrophy.
- GlaucomaDr. Read isExperienced. Learn about Glaucoma.
- Graves DiseaseDr. Read isExperienced. Learn about Graves Disease.
- Gyrate Atrophy of the Choroid and Retina
- Horner SyndromeDr. Read isExperienced. Learn about Horner Syndrome.
- HyphemaDr. Read isExperienced. Learn about Hyphema.
- Interstitial KeratitisDr. Read isExperienced. Learn about Interstitial Keratitis.
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Read isExperienced. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
- Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1Dr. Read isExperienced. Learn about Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1.
- Ocular Hypertension (OHT)Dr. Read isExperienced. Learn about Ocular Hypertension (OHT).
- PapilledemaDr. Read isExperienced. Learn about Papilledema.
- Pigment-Dispersion SyndromeDr. Read isExperienced. Learn about Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome.
- Retinal Artery OcclusionDr. Read isExperienced. Learn about Retinal Artery Occlusion.
- Retinal DetachmentDr. Read isExperienced. Learn about Retinal Detachment.
- ToxocariasisDr. Read isExperienced. Learn about Toxocariasis.
- Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada DiseaseDr. Read isExperienced. Learn about Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada Disease.