Overview
Wendewessen Amde is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois.
Dr. Amde is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diabetic Retinopathy, Retinal Detachment, Retinal Artery Occlusion, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Vitrectomy.
Dr. Amde is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 4 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Amde is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
5215 N California Ave, Chicago, IL 60625
Clinical Research
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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
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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.
- Retinal Vein OcclusionDr. Amde isDistinguished. Learn about Retinal Vein Occlusion.
- 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
- Cone-Rod DystrophyDr. Amde isAdvanced. Learn about Cone-Rod Dystrophy.
- Doyne Honeycomb Retinal Dystrophy
- Dry Eye SyndromeDr. Amde isAdvanced. Learn about Dry Eye Syndrome.
- Geographic AtrophyDr. Amde isAdvanced. Learn about Geographic Atrophy.
- GlaucomaDr. Amde isAdvanced. Learn about Glaucoma.
- Kallikrein HypertensionDr. Amde isAdvanced. Learn about Kallikrein Hypertension.
- Ocular Hypertension (OHT)Dr. Amde isAdvanced. Learn about Ocular Hypertension (OHT).
- Stargardt Macular Degeneration
- Subconjunctival HemorrhageDr. Amde isAdvanced. Learn about Subconjunctival Hemorrhage.
- Usher SyndromeDr. Amde isAdvanced. Learn about Usher Syndrome.
- Usher Syndrome Type 2ADr. Amde isAdvanced. Learn about Usher Syndrome Type 2A.
- UveitisDr. Amde isAdvanced. Learn about Uveitis.
- VitrectomyDr. Amde isAdvanced. Learn about Vitrectomy.
- 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.
- Choroid Plexus CarcinomaDr. Amde isExperienced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.
- Coats DiseaseDr. Amde isExperienced. Learn about Coats Disease.
- Eales DiseaseDr. Amde isExperienced. Learn about Eales Disease.
- EndophthalmitisDr. Amde isExperienced. Learn about Endophthalmitis.
- EpiscleritisDr. Amde isExperienced. Learn about Episcleritis.
- Eyelid BumpDr. Amde isExperienced. Learn about Eyelid Bump.
- Eyelid DroopingDr. Amde isExperienced. Learn about Eyelid Drooping.
- Facial ParalysisDr. Amde isExperienced. Learn about Facial Paralysis.
- Familial Exudative Vitreoretinopathy
- Gyrate Atrophy of the Choroid and Retina
- HyphemaDr. Amde isExperienced. Learn about Hyphema.
- Interstitial KeratitisDr. Amde isExperienced. Learn about Interstitial Keratitis.
- Leber Congenital AmaurosisDr. Amde isExperienced. Learn about Leber Congenital Amaurosis.
- MeibomianitisDr. Amde isExperienced. Learn about Meibomianitis.
- NearsightednessDr. Amde isExperienced. Learn about Nearsightedness.
- Ocular ToxoplasmosisDr. Amde isExperienced. Learn about Ocular Toxoplasmosis.
- Optic Atrophy Type 1Dr. Amde isExperienced. Learn about Optic Atrophy Type 1.
- Optic Nerve AtrophyDr. Amde isExperienced. Learn about Optic Nerve Atrophy.
- Optic NeuritisDr. Amde isExperienced. Learn about Optic Neuritis.
- Pigment-Dispersion SyndromeDr. Amde isExperienced. Learn about Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome.
- PresbyopiaDr. Amde isExperienced. Learn about Presbyopia.
- PtosisDr. Amde isExperienced. Learn about Ptosis.
- Recurrent Peripheral Facial PalsyDr. Amde isExperienced. Learn about Recurrent Peripheral Facial Palsy.
- Retinal Vasculopathy with Cerebral Leukodystrophy
- Retinitis PigmentosaDr. Amde isExperienced. Learn about Retinitis Pigmentosa.
- Retinochoroidal ColobomaDr. Amde isExperienced. Learn about Retinochoroidal Coloboma.
- ScleritisDr. Amde isExperienced. Learn about Scleritis.
- Sorsby Fundus DystrophyDr. Amde isExperienced. Learn about Sorsby Fundus Dystrophy.
- Temporal ArteritisDr. Amde isExperienced. Learn about Temporal Arteritis.
- ToxoplasmosisDr. Amde isExperienced. Learn about Toxoplasmosis.
- X-Linked Juvenile RetinoschisisDr. Amde isExperienced. Learn about X-Linked Juvenile Retinoschisis.
- X-Linked Retinal DysplasiaDr. Amde isExperienced. Learn about X-Linked Retinal Dysplasia.
- X-Linked Retinitis Pigmentosa (XLRP)