Overview
Wen-Jeng M. Yao, MD, is an Attending Physician and Associate Professor in Ophthalmology at Montefiore Einstein. Her clinical focus is on routine and complex cataract surgery, medical and surgical treatment of glaucoma, and comprehensive ophthalmology. She enjoys establishing long-lasting relationships with her patients, delivering the highest quality clinical and surgical care in ophthalmology, and teaching residents who are training to become future ophthalmologists.
Dr. Yao is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Cataract, and X-Linked Infantile Nystagmus.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Yao is currently accepting new patients.
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1250 Waters Place, Bronx, NY 10461
4141 Carpenter Avenue, Bronx, NY 10466
4234 Bronx Boulevard, Bronx, NY 10466
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
Gerstner Sloan Kettering Graduate School Of Biomedical Sciences
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Gerstner Sloan Kettering Graduate School Of Biomedical Sciences
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Wen-jeng M. Yao
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Wen-jeng M. Yao?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Wen-jeng M. Yao by calling their office at 718-920-2020. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Wen-jeng M. Yao a top-rated expert for Glaucoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Wen-jeng M. Yao is classified as an Distinguished 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. Wen-jeng M. Yao specialize in?
While Dr. Wen-jeng M. Yao is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Cataract. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Wen-jeng M. Yao participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Wen-jeng M. Yao has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Glaucoma. You can view a list of Dr. Wen-jeng M. Yao's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Wen-jeng M. Yao accept my insurance?
Dr. Wen-jeng M. Yao accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 718-920-2020 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
- GlaucomaDr. Yao isDistinguished. Learn about Glaucoma.
- Ocular Hypertension (OHT)Dr. Yao isDistinguished. Learn about Ocular Hypertension (OHT).
- Advanced
- CataractDr. Yao isAdvanced. Learn about Cataract.
- Pigment-Dispersion SyndromeDr. Yao isAdvanced. Learn about Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome.
- PterygiumDr. Yao isAdvanced. Learn about Pterygium.
- X-Linked Infantile Nystagmus
- Experienced
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Yao isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Dry Eye SyndromeDr. Yao isExperienced. Learn about Dry Eye Syndrome.
- Hyperferritinemia-Cataract Syndrome
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Yao isExperienced. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
- MicrophthalmiaDr. Yao isExperienced. Learn about Microphthalmia.
- NeuroretinitisDr. Yao isExperienced. Learn about Neuroretinitis.
- Optic Atrophy Type 1Dr. Yao isExperienced. Learn about Optic Atrophy Type 1.
- Optic Nerve AtrophyDr. Yao isExperienced. Learn about Optic Nerve Atrophy.
- StrabismusDr. Yao isExperienced. Learn about Strabismus.
- Subconjunctival HemorrhageDr. Yao isExperienced. Learn about Subconjunctival Hemorrhage.
- UveitisDr. Yao isExperienced. Learn about Uveitis.