Overview
Samuel Minaker is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Libertyville, Illinois.
Dr. Minaker is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Retinal Detachment, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Vitrectomy, and Trabeculectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 21 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Minaker is currently accepting new patients.
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- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
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- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
1800 Hollister Dr, Libertyville, IL 60048
2700 Patriot Blvd, Glenview, IL 60026
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Samuel A. Minaker
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Samuel A. Minaker?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Samuel A. Minaker by calling their office at 847-367-6911. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Samuel A. Minaker a top-rated expert for Retinal Detachment?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Samuel A. Minaker 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. Samuel A. Minaker specialize in?
While Dr. Samuel A. Minaker is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Retinal Detachment, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Samuel A. Minaker participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Samuel A. Minaker has published 21 articles and abstracts on conditions like Retinal Detachment. You can view a list of Dr. Samuel A. Minaker's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Samuel A. Minaker accept my insurance?
Dr. Samuel A. Minaker accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Capital Blue Cross. We recommend calling the office directly at 847-367-6911 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
- Retinal DetachmentDr. Minaker isDistinguished. Learn about Retinal Detachment.
- Advanced
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)
- Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS)
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Minaker isAdvanced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Eales DiseaseDr. Minaker isAdvanced. Learn about Eales Disease.
- EndophthalmitisDr. Minaker isAdvanced. Learn about Endophthalmitis.
- Geographic AtrophyDr. Minaker isAdvanced. Learn about Geographic Atrophy.
- Gyrate Atrophy of the Choroid and Retina
- HyphemaDr. Minaker isAdvanced. Learn about Hyphema.
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Minaker isAdvanced. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
- Retinal Artery OcclusionDr. Minaker isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Artery Occlusion.
- Retinal Vein OcclusionDr. Minaker isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Vein Occlusion.
- VitrectomyDr. Minaker isAdvanced. Learn about Vitrectomy.
- X-Linked Juvenile RetinoschisisDr. Minaker isAdvanced. Learn about X-Linked Juvenile Retinoschisis.
- X-Linked Retinal DysplasiaDr. Minaker isAdvanced. Learn about X-Linked Retinal Dysplasia.
- Experienced
- Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD)Dr. Minaker isExperienced. Learn about Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD).
- Birdshot ChorioretinopathyDr. Minaker isExperienced. Learn about Birdshot Chorioretinopathy.
- BlepharitisDr. Minaker isExperienced. Learn about Blepharitis.
- CataractDr. Minaker isExperienced. Learn about Cataract.
- Central Serous ChorioretinopathyDr. Minaker isExperienced. Learn about Central Serous Chorioretinopathy.
- Choroid Plexus CarcinomaDr. Minaker isExperienced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.
- Coloboma of Optic NerveDr. Minaker isExperienced. Learn about Coloboma of Optic Nerve.
- Coloboma of Optic PapillaDr. Minaker isExperienced. Learn about Coloboma of Optic Papilla.
- Cone DystrophyDr. Minaker isExperienced. Learn about Cone Dystrophy.
- Cone Rod Dystrophy Amelogenesis Imperfecta
- Cone-Rod DystrophyDr. Minaker isExperienced. Learn about Cone-Rod Dystrophy.
- Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)Dr. Minaker isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Macular Edema (DME).
- Doyne Honeycomb Retinal DystrophyDr. Minaker isExperienced. Learn about Doyne Honeycomb Retinal Dystrophy.
- Dry Eye SyndromeDr. Minaker isExperienced. Learn about Dry Eye Syndrome.
- GlaucomaDr. Minaker isExperienced. Learn about Glaucoma.
- Kallikrein HypertensionDr. Minaker isExperienced. Learn about Kallikrein Hypertension.
- NearsightednessDr. Minaker isExperienced. Learn about Nearsightedness.
- NeuroretinitisDr. Minaker isExperienced. Learn about Neuroretinitis.
- Ocular ToxoplasmosisDr. Minaker isExperienced. Learn about Ocular Toxoplasmosis.
- Optic NeuritisDr. Minaker isExperienced. Learn about Optic Neuritis.
- PapilledemaDr. Minaker isExperienced. Learn about Papilledema.
- Punctate Inner ChoroidopathyDr. Minaker isExperienced. Learn about Punctate Inner Choroidopathy.
- Retinitis PigmentosaDr. Minaker isExperienced. Learn about Retinitis Pigmentosa.
- ScleritisDr. Minaker isExperienced. Learn about Scleritis.
- Stargardt Macular DegenerationDr. Minaker isExperienced. Learn about Stargardt Macular Degeneration.
- Subconjunctival HemorrhageDr. Minaker isExperienced. Learn about Subconjunctival Hemorrhage.
- ToxoplasmosisDr. Minaker isExperienced. Learn about Toxoplasmosis.
- TrabeculectomyDr. Minaker isExperienced. Learn about Trabeculectomy.
- Usher SyndromeDr. Minaker isExperienced. Learn about Usher Syndrome.
- Usher Syndrome Type 2ADr. Minaker isExperienced. Learn about Usher Syndrome Type 2A.
- UveitisDr. Minaker isExperienced. Learn about Uveitis.
- X-Linked Retinitis Pigmentosa (XLRP)Dr. Minaker isExperienced. Learn about X-Linked Retinitis Pigmentosa (XLRP).