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Dr. Amit Rakesh Bhatt, MD, FAAP is a physician provider in Houston, TX specializing in physician and pediatric ophthalmology. He graduated from University of Louisville School of Medicine. Dr. Amit Rakesh Bhatt, MD, FAAP is affiliated with Baylor College of Medicine, Texas Children's Hospital Wallace Tower, Texas Children's and Houston Methodist.
Eye Problems
Millions of people every year have problems with their eyes. Some of the most common eye problems are refractive disorders, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and cataracts.
Refractive disorders happen when the shape of the eye doesn't let allow someone focus very precisely. They might be myopic (nearsighted), hyperopic (farsighted), or have an astigmatism, which is a focus problem caused by the cornea. Refractive disorders can be corrected by glasses or contacts.
Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in the United States. It happens when fluid pressure builds up within the eye and damages the optic nerve. It is treated with medications and surgery.
Diabetic retinopathy is a common complication of diabetes. The retina is tissue at the back of the eye that is filled with numerous, tiny blood vessels. When diabetes damages these delicate blood vessels, they burst or leak, leading to blind spots and blurred vision. Diabetic retinopathy can be treated with laser therapy and surgery, but often vision cannot be restored.
Macular degeneration is common in older adults. The macula is the central part of the retina and is responsible for crisp center vision. Over time, the cells in the macula begin to die, making central vision blurry. An early symptom of macular degeneration is that straight lines appear wavy.
Cataracts happen when the clear lens in the front of the eye becomes cloudy, making things look blurry or faded. They are extremely common in older people. By age 80, more than half of all Americans will have had a cataract. In early stages, prescription glasses and magnifying lenses can help. As the cataracts get worse, surgery to replace the lens may be the best option.
More than just one of the five senses, the eyes are heavily relied upon to communicate, work, and get around every day. It's important to have regular eye exams for vision stays in good shape for years to come.
Dr. Amit Rakesh Bhatt, MD, FAAP graduated from University of Louisville School of Medicine. He completed residency at UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the Certifications: Board-Certified, American Board of Ophthalmology and has a state license in Texas.
Medical School: University of Louisville School of Medicine
Residency: UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Affiliated Hospitals (2010)
Board Certification: Certifications: Board-Certified, American Board of Ophthalmology
Licensed In: Texas
Dr. Amit Rakesh Bhatt, MD, FAAP appears to accept the following insurance providers: Humana, CIGNA PPO, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), Cigna, CIGNA HMO, MultiPlan PPO, Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO and Blue Cross and Blue Shield HMO.
According to our sources, Dr. Amit Rakesh Bhatt, MD, FAAP accepts the following insurance providers:
Dr. Amit Rakesh Bhatt, MD, FAAP has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Amit Rakesh Bhatt, MD, FAAP from all over the web to help you find the right in Houston, TX.
Dr. Bhatt is great with my child and has a wonderful bedside manner. Dr. Bhatt is great at explaining my child's condition to me as a parent and not someone that has an extensive medical background.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Amit Rakesh Bhatt, MD, FAAP. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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