Dr. Wendewessen Amde
Overview
Wendewessen Amde is an Ophthalmologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Amde is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Retinopathy, Retinal Detachment, Retinal Artery Occlusion, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Vitrectomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 4 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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5215 N California Ave, Chicago, IL 60625
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Wendewessen Amde
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Wendewessen Amde?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Wendewessen Amde by calling their office at 773-561-5100. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Wendewessen Amde a top-rated expert for Diabetic Retinopathy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Wendewessen Amde is classified as an Distinguished expert for Diabetic Retinopathy, 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. Wendewessen Amde specialize in?
While Dr. Wendewessen Amde is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Diabetic Retinopathy, Retinal Detachment, and Retinal Artery Occlusion. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Wendewessen Amde participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Wendewessen Amde has published 4 articles and abstracts on conditions like Diabetic Retinopathy. You can view a list of Dr. Wendewessen Amde's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Wendewessen Amde accept my insurance?
Dr. Wendewessen Amde accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 773-561-5100 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
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Amde isDistinguished. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Amde isDistinguished. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Amde isDistinguished. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
- NeuroretinitisDr. Amde isDistinguished. Learn about Neuroretinitis.
- Retinal Artery OcclusionDr. Amde isDistinguished. Learn about Retinal Artery Occlusion.
- Retinal DetachmentDr. Amde isDistinguished. Learn about Retinal Detachment.
- Advanced
- Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD)
- Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD)
- CataractDr. Amde isAdvanced. Learn about Cataract.
- Central Serous Chorioretinopathy
- Cone DystrophyDr. Amde isAdvanced. Learn about Cone Dystrophy.
- Cone Rod Dystrophy Amelogenesis Imperfecta
- Experienced
- Acute Posterior Multifocal Placoid Pigment Epitheliopathy (APMPPE)
- AmblyopiaDr. Amde isExperienced. Learn about Amblyopia.
- Bell's PalsyDr. Amde isExperienced. Learn about Bell's Palsy.
- Birdshot ChorioretinopathyDr. Amde isExperienced. Learn about Birdshot Chorioretinopathy.
- BlepharitisDr. Amde isExperienced. Learn about Blepharitis.
- ChalazionDr. Amde isExperienced. Learn about Chalazion.