Overview
Sanford Chen is an Ophthalmologist in Santa Ana, California. Dr. Chen is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Retinal Vein Occlusion, Vitrectomy, and Trabeculectomy. Dr. Chen is currently accepting new patients.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 12 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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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. Sanford Chen
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Sanford Chen?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Sanford Chen by calling their office at 714-972-8432. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Sanford Chen a top-rated expert for Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Sanford Chen is classified as an Distinguished expert for Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), 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. Sanford Chen specialize in?
While Dr. Sanford Chen is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Retinal Vein Occlusion. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Sanford Chen participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Sanford Chen has published 12 articles and abstracts on conditions like Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). You can view a list of Dr. Sanford Chen's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Sanford Chen accept my insurance?
Dr. Sanford Chen accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 714-972-8432 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
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Chen isDistinguished. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Chen isDistinguished. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
- Advanced
- Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD)
- Cone DystrophyDr. Chen isAdvanced. Learn about Cone Dystrophy.
- Cone Rod Dystrophy Amelogenesis Imperfecta
- Cone-Rod DystrophyDr. Chen isAdvanced. Learn about Cone-Rod Dystrophy.
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Chen isAdvanced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Doyne Honeycomb Retinal Dystrophy
- Experienced
- Acute Posterior Multifocal Placoid Pigment Epitheliopathy (APMPPE)
- Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD)Dr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD).
- CataractDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Cataract.
- Central Serous ChorioretinopathyDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Central Serous Chorioretinopathy.
- Choroid Plexus CarcinomaDr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.
- Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)Dr. Chen isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Macular Edema (DME).