Overview
Salman Porbandarwalla, MD, specializes in comprehensive ophthalmology and is board-certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. He practices at Retina Associates of Lancaster LLC and is affiliated with UPMC West Shore, UPMC Community Osteopathic, and UPMC Pinnacle Harrisburg. Dr. Porbandarwalla completed his medical degree and residency program at the University of Texas at San Antonio and fellowship program at the University of Washington School of Medicine.
Dr. Porbandarwalla is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Retinal Detachment, and Diabetic Retinopathy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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2148 Embassy Drive, Suite 100, Lancaster, PA 17603
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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David I. Silbert, MD, specializes in comprehensive ophthalmology. He is affiliated with UPMC Lititiz. Dr. Silbert completed his fellowships at Wills Eye Hospital, residency at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital and medical degree at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. Dr. Silbert is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Amblyopia, Strabismus, Brown Syndrome, and Esotropia.
Scheie Eye Institute Perelman
Tomas Aleman is an Ophthalmologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Aleman is highly rated in 27 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Choroideremia, Leber Congenital Amaurosis, Retinopathy Pigmentary Mental Retardation, and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. Dr. Aleman is currently accepting new patients.
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Peter A. Campochiaro, M.D. is the George S. and Dolores Doré Eccles Professor of Ophthalmology and Neuroscience at the Wilmer Eye Institute, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He is a clinician-scientist who directs a research laboratory and conducts clinical trials. His laboratory research is directed at understanding the pathogenesis of ocular neovascularization and excessive retinal vascular permeability, and the mechanism of cone cell death in inherited retinal degenerations. He helped to determine the importance of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), hypoxia-inducible factor-1, and Tie2 in retinal and choroidal vascular diseases. The clinical trial group under Dr. Campochairo provided the first demonstration of the benefits of suppression of VEGF in diabetic macular edema and retinal vein occlusion. He has developed strategies for sustained suppression of VEGF that are currently being tested in clinical trials. Dr. Campochiaro trained at the University of Notre Dame, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, and the University of Virginia. He did a vitreoretinal fellowship and research fellowships at Johns Hopkins and joined the faculty of the University of Virginia in 1984. He became professor of Ophthalmology and Neuroscience at the Wilmer Eye Institute, Johns Hopkins in 1991. Dr. Campochiaro is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Retinal Vein Occlusion, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Trabeculectomy, and Vitrectomy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Salman S. Porbandarwalla
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Salman S. Porbandarwalla?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Salman S. Porbandarwalla by calling their office at 717-626-0062. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Salman S. Porbandarwalla a top-rated expert for Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Salman S. Porbandarwalla is classified as an Distinguished expert for Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, 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. Salman S. Porbandarwalla specialize in?
While Dr. Salman S. Porbandarwalla is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Retinal Detachment. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Salman S. Porbandarwalla participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Salman S. Porbandarwalla has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. You can view a list of Dr. Salman S. Porbandarwalla's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Salman S. Porbandarwalla accept my insurance?
Dr. Salman S. Porbandarwalla accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 717-626-0062 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Distinguished
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Porbandarwalla isDistinguished. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Porbandarwalla isDistinguished. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
- Advanced
- Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD)Dr. Porbandarwalla isAdvanced. Learn about Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD).
- Central Serous ChorioretinopathyDr. Porbandarwalla isAdvanced. Learn about Central Serous Chorioretinopathy.
- Choroid Plexus CarcinomaDr. Porbandarwalla isAdvanced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.
- Cone DystrophyDr. Porbandarwalla isAdvanced. Learn about Cone Dystrophy.
- Cone Rod Dystrophy Amelogenesis ImperfectaDr. Porbandarwalla isAdvanced. Learn about Cone Rod Dystrophy Amelogenesis Imperfecta.
- Cone-Rod DystrophyDr. Porbandarwalla isAdvanced. Learn about Cone-Rod Dystrophy.
- Experienced
- Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD)Dr. Porbandarwalla isExperienced. Learn about Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD).
- Birdshot ChorioretinopathyDr. Porbandarwalla isExperienced. Learn about Birdshot Chorioretinopathy.
- CataractDr. Porbandarwalla isExperienced. Learn about Cataract.
- Coats DiseaseDr. Porbandarwalla isExperienced. Learn about Coats Disease.
- Dry Eye SyndromeDr. Porbandarwalla isExperienced. Learn about Dry Eye Syndrome.
- Eales DiseaseDr. Porbandarwalla isExperienced. Learn about Eales Disease.

