Overview
Thomas Whittaker is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Prairie Village, Kansas.
Dr. Whittaker is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Graves Disease, Strabismus, Hereditary Ataxia, and Optic Neuritis.
Dr. Whittaker is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology, Ophthalmology - 1996. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 10 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Whittaker is currently accepting new patients.
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- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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- HMO
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- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
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Locations
7400 State Line Road, Suite 100, Prairie Village, KS 66208
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
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Thomas J. Whittaker
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Thomas J. Whittaker?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Thomas J. Whittaker by calling their office at 913-588-1227. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Thomas J. Whittaker a top-rated expert for Graves Disease?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Thomas J. Whittaker is classified as an Distinguished expert for Graves Disease, 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. Thomas J. Whittaker specialize in?
While Dr. Thomas J. Whittaker is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Graves Disease, Strabismus, and Hereditary Ataxia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Thomas J. Whittaker participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Thomas J. Whittaker has published 10 articles and abstracts on conditions like Graves Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Thomas J. Whittaker's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Thomas J. Whittaker accept my insurance?
Dr. Thomas J. Whittaker accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 913-588-1227 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
- Graves DiseaseDr. Whittaker isDistinguished. Learn about Graves Disease.
- Hereditary AtaxiaDr. Whittaker isDistinguished. Learn about Hereditary Ataxia.
- Optic NeuritisDr. Whittaker isDistinguished. Learn about Optic Neuritis.
- StrabismusDr. Whittaker isDistinguished. Learn about Strabismus.
- Advanced
- Benign Essential BlepharospasmDr. Whittaker isAdvanced. Learn about Benign Essential Blepharospasm.
- Color BlindnessDr. Whittaker isAdvanced. Learn about Color Blindness.
- EsotropiaDr. Whittaker isAdvanced. Learn about Esotropia.
- Eyelid DroopingDr. Whittaker isAdvanced. Learn about Eyelid Drooping.
- Horner SyndromeDr. Whittaker isAdvanced. Learn about Horner Syndrome.
- Increased Intracranial PressureDr. Whittaker isAdvanced. Learn about Increased Intracranial Pressure.
- Oculomotor Apraxia Cogan TypeDr. Whittaker isAdvanced. Learn about Oculomotor Apraxia Cogan Type.
- Optic Atrophy Type 1Dr. Whittaker isAdvanced. Learn about Optic Atrophy Type 1.
- Optic Nerve AtrophyDr. Whittaker isAdvanced. Learn about Optic Nerve Atrophy.
- PapilledemaDr. Whittaker isAdvanced. Learn about Papilledema.
- PtosisDr. Whittaker isAdvanced. Learn about Ptosis.
- Rathke Cleft CystDr. Whittaker isAdvanced. Learn about Rathke Cleft Cyst.
- Experienced
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Whittaker isExperienced. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- Brown SyndromeDr. Whittaker isExperienced. Learn about Brown Syndrome.
- CataractDr. Whittaker isExperienced. Learn about Cataract.
- Choroid Plexus CarcinomaDr. Whittaker isExperienced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.
- Dry Eye SyndromeDr. Whittaker isExperienced. Learn about Dry Eye Syndrome.
- GlaucomaDr. Whittaker isExperienced. Learn about Glaucoma.
- Hereditary KeratitisDr. Whittaker isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Keratitis.
- Horizontal Gaze Palsy with Progressive Scoliosis
- Jalili SyndromeDr. Whittaker isExperienced. Learn about Jalili Syndrome.
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Whittaker isExperienced. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
- Leber Hereditary Optic Neuropathy (LHON)Dr. Whittaker isExperienced. Learn about Leber Hereditary Optic Neuropathy (LHON).
- Legius SyndromeDr. Whittaker isExperienced. Learn about Legius Syndrome.
- NeurofibromatosisDr. Whittaker isExperienced. Learn about Neurofibromatosis.
- Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG)Dr. Whittaker isExperienced. Learn about Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG).
- Progressive External OphthalmoplegiaDr. Whittaker isExperienced. Learn about Progressive External Ophthalmoplegia.
- RASopathiesDr. Whittaker isExperienced. Learn about RASopathies.
- Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS)Dr. Whittaker isExperienced. Learn about Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS).
- Retinal Artery OcclusionDr. Whittaker isExperienced. Learn about Retinal Artery Occlusion.
- Temporal ArteritisDr. Whittaker isExperienced. Learn about Temporal Arteritis.
- Tolosa Hunt SyndromeDr. Whittaker isExperienced. Learn about Tolosa Hunt Syndrome.