Overview
Sumitra Khandelwal, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Houston and nearby communities. Sumitra Khandelwal 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. Khandelwal is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Cataract, Keratoconus, Astigmatism, Pterygium, and Cataract Removal.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 30 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1977 Butler Blvd, 2nd Fl MS BCM 633, 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Sumitra Khandelwal
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Sumitra Khandelwal?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Sumitra Khandelwal 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. Sumitra Khandelwal a top-rated expert for Cataract?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Sumitra Khandelwal is classified as an Distinguished expert for Cataract, 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. Sumitra Khandelwal specialize in?
While Dr. Sumitra Khandelwal is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Cataract, Cataract Removal, and Keratoconus. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Sumitra Khandelwal participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Sumitra Khandelwal has published 30 articles and abstracts on conditions like Cataract. You can view a list of Dr. Sumitra Khandelwal's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Sumitra Khandelwal accept my insurance?
Dr. Sumitra Khandelwal 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
- Distinguished
- CataractDr. Khandelwal isDistinguished. Learn about Cataract.
- Cataract RemovalDr. Khandelwal isDistinguished. Learn about Cataract Removal.
- Advanced
- AstigmatismDr. Khandelwal isAdvanced. Learn about Astigmatism.
- KeratoconusDr. Khandelwal isAdvanced. Learn about Keratoconus.
- PterygiumDr. Khandelwal isAdvanced. Learn about Pterygium.
- Experienced
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Khandelwal isExperienced. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- Birdshot ChorioretinopathyDr. Khandelwal isExperienced. Learn about Birdshot Chorioretinopathy.
- Cloudy CorneaDr. Khandelwal isExperienced. Learn about Cloudy Cornea.
- Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)Dr. Khandelwal isExperienced. Learn about Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye).
- Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive DeafnessDr. Khandelwal isExperienced. Learn about Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness.
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Khandelwal isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.