Expertise in
3
conditions

Dr. Sila B. Bal

Ophthalmology
Kaiser Permanente
Straub Medical CenterDepartment Of Ophthalmology
888 S King St, 
Honolulu, HI 
Offers Telehealth
Expertise in
3
conditions
Kaiser Permanente
Straub Medical CenterDepartment Of Ophthalmology
888 S King St, 
Honolulu, HI 

Overview

Sila Bal is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Honolulu, Hawaii.

Dr. Bal is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cloudy Cornea, Pinguecula, Interstitial Keratitis, Trabeculectomy, and Corneal Transplant.

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 19 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial.

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Licenses

Ophthalmology in HI

Hospital Affiliations

The Queens Medical Center
Straub Clinic And Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
AlohaCare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
BMC HealthNet
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
Devoted Health
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Hawaii Medical Assurance Association
  • PPO
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
HMSA
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Tufts
  • HMO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Straub Medical CenterDepartment of Ophthalmology
888 S King St, Honolulu, HI 96813

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

Prospective Assessment of Whether Adjuvant Netarsurdil Use Improves Post-Operative Outcomes in Patients Undergoing Descemetorhexis Without Endothelial Keratoplasty
Prospective Assessment of Whether Adjuvant Netarsurdil Use Improves Post-Operative Outcomes in Patients Undergoing Descemetorhexis Without Endothelial Keratoplasty
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: March 13, 2024
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: Netarsudil Ophthalmic
Study Phase: Early Phase 1

19 Total Publications

Corneal Endothelial Keratoplasty Following Glaucoma Treatment: An American Academy of Ophthalmology IRIS® Registry (Intelligent Research in Sight) Analysis.
Corneal Endothelial Keratoplasty Following Glaucoma Treatment: An American Academy of Ophthalmology IRIS® Registry (Intelligent Research in Sight) Analysis.
Journal: Ophthalmology. Glaucoma
Published: October 17, 2025
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888 S King St, 
Honolulu, HI 
 (0.1 miles away)
808-522-3430
Languages Spoken:
English
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Sila B. Bal

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Sila B. Bal?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Sila B. Bal by calling their office at 808-522-4430. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Sila B. Bal a top-rated expert for Cloudy Cornea?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Sila B. Bal is classified as an Advanced expert for Cloudy Cornea, 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. Sila B. Bal specialize in?

While Dr. Sila B. Bal is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Cloudy Cornea, Pinguecula, and Trabeculectomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.

Does Dr. Sila B. Bal participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Sila B. Bal has published 19 articles and abstracts on conditions like Cloudy Cornea. You can view a list of Dr. Sila B. Bal's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Sila B. Bal accept my insurance?

Dr. Sila B. Bal accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and AlohaCare. We recommend calling the office directly at 808-522-4430 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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