Thomas W. Hejkal
Expertise in
3
conditions

Dr. Thomas W. Hejkal

Ophthalmology
Eye Consultants PC
8141 W Center Rd Ste 100, 
Omaha, NE 
Accepting New Patients
Expertise in
3
conditions
Eye Consultants PC
8141 W Center Rd Ste 100, 
Omaha, NE 

Overview

Thomas Hejkal is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Omaha, Nebraska.

Dr. Hejkal is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Choroid Plexus Carcinoma, and Retinal Artery Occlusion.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 5 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Hejkal is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Licenses

Ophthalmology in NE

Fellowships

UNMC College of Medicine, Vitreoretinal Fellowship - 2006

Languages Spoken

English
American Sign Language

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Medica
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Northern Plains Alliance
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE PDP
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
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
Wellmark
  • HMO
  • POS
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Locations

Eye Consultants PC
8141 W Center Rd Ste 100, Omaha, NE 68124
Other Locations
Truhlsen Eye Institute
3902 Leavenworth St., Omaha, NE 68105

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

Proof of Concept Study for First-Sight Refractive Error Correction: Direct Comparison to Autorefraction Results in Children 7 to 18 Years of Age
Proof of Concept Study for First-Sight Refractive Error Correction: Direct Comparison to Autorefraction Results in Children 7 to 18 Years of Age
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: August 28, 2023

5 Total Publications

Long-term management of recurrent uveitis associated with autoimmune lymphoproliferative syndrome.
Long-term management of recurrent uveitis associated with autoimmune lymphoproliferative syndrome.
Journal: Journal of ophthalmic inflammation and infection
Published: May 01, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Thomas W. Hejkal

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Thomas W. Hejkal?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Thomas W. Hejkal by calling their office at 402-391-1100. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Thomas W. Hejkal 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. Thomas W. Hejkal is classified as an Advanced 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. Thomas W. Hejkal specialize in?

While Dr. Thomas W. Hejkal is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Choroid Plexus Carcinoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.

Does Dr. Thomas W. Hejkal participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Thomas W. Hejkal has published 5 articles and abstracts on conditions like Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). You can view a list of Dr. Thomas W. Hejkal's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Thomas W. Hejkal accept my insurance?

Dr. Thomas W. Hejkal accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 402-391-1100 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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