Overview
Sam Yang is an Ophthalmologist in Walnut Creek, California. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Retinopathy, Stargardt Macular Degeneration, X-Linked Juvenile Retinoschisis, and X-Linked Retinal Dysplasia. Dr. Yang is currently accepting new patients.
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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Accepted insurance plans:
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
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- OTHER MEDICARE
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- PPO
Locations
320 Lennon Lane, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
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.
Ophthalmology Clinic
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Comprehensive Ophthalmology And Optometry
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Retina And Vitreous Clinic
Dr. Jay Stewart is an ophthalmologist who specializes in treating disorders of the retina and vitreous (the thick transparent substance that fills the center of the eye). His expertise includes conditions such as age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, ocular trauma, retinal detachment, retinal vascular diseases and uveitis (swelling of the uvea, the middle layer of the eye). In his research, Stewart studies diabetic retinopathy, drug delivery to the eye, and the permeability and biomechanics of eye tissues. Stewart earned his medical degree at Harvard Medical School and completed a residency in ophthalmology at UCSF. He completed a fellowship at the Doheny Eye Institute and won the vitreoretinal surgery award from the Ronald G. Michels Fellowship Foundation, which funds outstanding young scholars. Stewart is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Society of Retina Specialists and Retina Society. Dr. Stewart is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Retinal Detachment, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Diabetic Retinopathy, Vitrectomy, and Trabeculectomy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Sam S. Yang
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Sam S. Yang?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Sam S. Yang by calling their office at 925-906-2010. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Sam S. Yang a top-rated expert for Diabetic Retinopathy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Sam S. Yang is classified as an Experienced expert for Diabetic Retinopathy, 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. Sam S. Yang specialize in?
While Dr. Sam S. Yang is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Diabetic Retinopathy, Stargardt Macular Degeneration, and X-Linked Juvenile Retinoschisis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Sam S. Yang participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Sam S. Yang has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Diabetic Retinopathy. You can view a list of Dr. Sam S. Yang's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Sam S. Yang accept my insurance?
Dr. Sam S. Yang accepts most major insurance plans, including Kaiser Permanente. We recommend calling the office directly at 925-906-2010 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
- Experienced
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Yang isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Stargardt Macular DegenerationDr. Yang isExperienced. Learn about Stargardt Macular Degeneration.
- X-Linked Juvenile RetinoschisisDr. Yang isExperienced. Learn about X-Linked Juvenile Retinoschisis.
- X-Linked Retinal DysplasiaDr. Yang isExperienced. Learn about X-Linked Retinal Dysplasia.