Overview
Stephen Pflugfelder, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Houston and nearby communities. Stephen Pflugfelder specializes in Ophthalmology (Eye) and works at BCM Ophthalmology. To make an appointment, please call (713) 798-6100. To review all accepted insurance carriers, please visit: https://www.stlukeshealth.org/patients-visitors/patients/billing-insurance/insurances-accepted.
Dr. Pflugfelder is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Dry Eye Syndrome, Interstitial Keratitis, Giant Papillary Conjunctivitis, Dacryoadenitis, and Corneal Transplant.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 186 peer reviewed articles and participating in 3 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
6565 Fannin St, Nc 205, Houston, TX 77030
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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Baylor College Of Medicine - Ophthalmology
My work focuses on analyzing and improving the quality of clinical and surgical care in the field of retinal diseases. I am passionate about improving the quality of life for my patients by preserving and restoring their vision, but am also very interested in treating people on a larger scale. One way of doing so is by evaluating treatment outcomes across populations, and then identifying factors that contribute to excellent outcomes. I also specialize in the medical and surgical management of complex conditions including retinal detachment, epiretinal membrane, floaters, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy. Dr. Weng is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Diabetic Retinopathy, Retinal Detachment, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Vitrectomy, and Cataract Removal.
Baylor College Of Medicine - Ophthalmology
Michael T. Yen, MD, specializes in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of the eyelids and face. He attended medical school at the University of Michigan and completed his residency at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami. A fellowship in ophthalmic and facial plastic surgery with Dr. Richard Anderson in Salt Lake City followed. Dr. Yen is currently a Professor of Ophthalmology at the Cullen Eye Institute, Department of Ophthalmology, Baylor College of Medicine. He is also Medical Director of the Alkek Eye Center and Co-Director of Baylor College of Medicine Aesthetics. He has been Principal Investigator in various research trials, authored over 90 peer-reviewed journal publications, and edited two previous books on surgery of the eyelids and advances in aesthetic and reconstructive oculofacial plastic surgery. Dr. Yen is the recipient of a number of awards, including, in 2013, the Senior Achievement Award from the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Yen is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Benign Essential Blepharospasm, Blocked Tear Duct, Ptosis, and Eyelid Drooping.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Stephen C. Pflugfelder
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Stephen C. Pflugfelder?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Stephen C. Pflugfelder by calling their office at 713-798-6100. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Stephen C. Pflugfelder a top-rated expert for Dry Eye Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Stephen C. Pflugfelder is classified as an Elite expert for Dry Eye Syndrome, 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. Stephen C. Pflugfelder specialize in?
While Dr. Stephen C. Pflugfelder is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Dry Eye Syndrome, Interstitial Keratitis, and Giant Papillary Conjunctivitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Stephen C. Pflugfelder participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Stephen C. Pflugfelder has published 185 articles and abstracts on conditions like Dry Eye Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Stephen C. Pflugfelder's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Stephen C. Pflugfelder accept my insurance?
Dr. Stephen C. Pflugfelder accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-798-6100 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
- Elite
- Allergic ConjunctivitisDr. Pflugfelder isElite. Learn about Allergic Conjunctivitis.
- Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)Dr. Pflugfelder isElite. Learn about Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye).
- DacryoadenitisDr. Pflugfelder isElite. Learn about Dacryoadenitis.
- Dry Eye SyndromeDr. Pflugfelder isElite. Learn about Dry Eye Syndrome.
- Giant Papillary ConjunctivitisDr. Pflugfelder isElite. Learn about Giant Papillary Conjunctivitis.
- Interstitial KeratitisDr. Pflugfelder isElite. Learn about Interstitial Keratitis.
- Distinguished
- BlepharitisDr. Pflugfelder isDistinguished. Learn about Blepharitis.
- Hereditary KeratitisDr. Pflugfelder isDistinguished. Learn about Hereditary Keratitis.
- Advanced
- Benign Essential BlepharospasmDr. Pflugfelder isAdvanced. Learn about Benign Essential Blepharospasm.
- CataractDr. Pflugfelder isAdvanced. Learn about Cataract.
- Sjogren SyndromeDr. Pflugfelder isAdvanced. Learn about Sjogren Syndrome.
- Stevens-Johnson SyndromeDr. Pflugfelder isAdvanced. Learn about Stevens-Johnson Syndrome.
- Experienced
- ChalazionDr. Pflugfelder isExperienced. Learn about Chalazion.
- ChemosisDr. Pflugfelder isExperienced. Learn about Chemosis.
- Cloudy CorneaDr. Pflugfelder isExperienced. Learn about Cloudy Cornea.
- Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive DeafnessDr. Pflugfelder isExperienced. Learn about Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness.
- Corneal TransplantDr. Pflugfelder isExperienced. Learn about Corneal Transplant.
- EntropionDr. Pflugfelder isExperienced. Learn about Entropion.