Overview
Dr. Vaama Patel is an ophthalmologist who provides care for adults 18 years and older throughout the St. Louis metropolitan area. She specializes in glaucoma, cataracts, and comprehensive ophthalmology. Dr. Patel offers advanced treatments, including glaucoma surgery, laser procedures, and cataract surgery. She is committed to helping patients maintain healthy vision and manage complex eye conditions with compassion and expertise. Her goal is to deliver personalized care tailored to each patient's unique needs. In addition to her clinical practice, Dr. Patel serves as an assistant professor in the Department of Ophthalmology at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. She is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and Women in Ophthalmology.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Cataract, and Trabeculectomy.
Dr. Patel is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology , Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 10 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
1225 S. Grand Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63104
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Patel has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Vaama Patel
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Vaama Patel?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Vaama Patel by calling their office at 314-617-2600. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Vaama Patel a top-rated expert for Glaucoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Vaama Patel is classified as an Experienced expert for Glaucoma, 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. Vaama Patel specialize in?
While Dr. Vaama Patel is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Trabeculectomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Vaama Patel participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Vaama Patel has published 10 articles and abstracts on conditions like Glaucoma. You can view a list of Dr. Vaama Patel's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Vaama Patel accept my insurance?
Dr. Vaama Patel accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 314-617-2600 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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- CataractDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Cataract.
- GlaucomaDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Glaucoma.
- Ocular Hypertension (OHT)Dr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Ocular Hypertension (OHT).
- TrabeculectomyDr. Patel isExperienced. Learn about Trabeculectomy.