Wassef A. Chanbour
Expertise in
5
conditions

Dr. Wassef A. Chanbour

Ophthalmology
516 Delaware Street Southeast, 
Minneapolis, MN 
Accepting New Patients
Expertise in
5
conditions
516 Delaware Street Southeast, 
Minneapolis, MN 

Overview

Wassef Chanbour is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Dr. Chanbour is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Interstitial Keratitis, Cataract, Keratoconus, Trabeculectomy, and Cataract Removal.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 24 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Chanbour is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Licenses

Ophthalmology in MN

Hospital Affiliations

M Health Fairview University Of Mn Medical Center
Abbott Northwestern Hospital

Languages Spoken

English
Arabic
French

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cambia Health Solutions
  • EPO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Dean Health
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Group Health Cooperative
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
HealthPartners
  • POS
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Itasca Medical Care
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
Kaiser Permanente
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medica
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Metropolitan Health Plan
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
Northern Plains Alliance
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE PDP
PreferredOne
  • HMO
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Premera Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • PPO
Primewest Health System
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
Sanford Health
  • HMO
  • PPO
Security Health
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
South Country Health Alliance
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Walgreens
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

M Health Fairview Eye Clinic - Delaware
516 Delaware Street Southeast, Minneapolis, MN 55455

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.

24 Total Publications

Subconjunctival Botulinum Toxin-A Injection as a Treatment for Neuropathic Corneal Pain.
Subconjunctival Botulinum Toxin-A Injection as a Treatment for Neuropathic Corneal Pain.
Journal: Cornea
Published: December 24, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Wassef A. Chanbour

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Wassef A. Chanbour?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Wassef A. Chanbour by calling their office at 612-625-4400. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Wassef A. Chanbour a top-rated expert for Interstitial Keratitis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Wassef A. Chanbour is classified as an Advanced expert for Interstitial Keratitis, 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. Wassef A. Chanbour specialize in?

While Dr. Wassef A. Chanbour is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Interstitial Keratitis, Trabeculectomy, and Cataract. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.

Does Dr. Wassef A. Chanbour participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Wassef A. Chanbour has published 24 articles and abstracts on conditions like Interstitial Keratitis. You can view a list of Dr. Wassef A. Chanbour's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Wassef A. Chanbour accept my insurance?

Dr. Wassef A. Chanbour accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 612-625-4400 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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