Amy Schefler, MD

Amy Schefler, MD

Ophthalmology, Retina and Vitreous Diseases
Accepting New Patients
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About Dr. Amy Schefler

Dr. Schefler is a highly trained vitreoretinal surgeon and ocular oncologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Schefler runs a practice focused on the diagnosis and treatment of eye tumors and retinal disease and conducts cutting-edge clinical research on the causes and treatment of these diseases in both children and adults.

Dr. Schefler is a highly trained vitreoretinal surgeon and ocular oncologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Schefler runs a practice focused on the diagnosis and treatment of eye tumors and retinal disease and conducts cutting-edge clinical research on the causes and treatment of these diseases in both children and adults.
Dr. Amy Schefler has an academic appointment. Learn more about their research interests.

Clinical Interests

Eye Exam
Microsurgery
Ocular Oncology
Ocular Melanoma
Uveal Melanoma

Accepted Insurance Plans

  • Aetna Choice POS / Open Choice
  • Aetna HMO
  • Aetna PPO
  • Beech Street PPO
  • Best Doctors International
  • Blue Choice POS
  • Blue Choice PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Best Choice PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Select Choice PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Select Saver PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Select Temp PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Traditional / Par Plan
  • Blue Edge
  • Cigna Allegiance
  • Cigna Allegiance Houston Methodist Employee Medical Plan
  • Cigna HealthSpring Medicare Advantage
  • Cigna HMO
  • Employers Health Network PPO
  • Evolutions HealthCare PPO
  • First Health PPO
  • Focus Healthcare Mgmt PPO
  • Galaxy Health Network PPO
  • Guardian Life PPO
  • HealthSmart Payors Organization
  • HealthSmart PPO
  • HMO Blue
  • Humana HMO / EPO
  • Humana POS & Preferred POS
  • Humana/ChoiceCare Network PPO
  • Independent Medical Systems PPO (IMS)
  • Kelsey Seybold Affiliate Network
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Medicus International
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • PacifiCare PPO
  • PacificCare HMO
  • ProAmerica Managed Care PPO
  • Provider Select PPO
  • United HealthCare Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare EPO
  • UnitedHealthcare HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare POS
  • UnitedHealthcare PPO
  • USA Managed Care PPO
Insurance plans may change. Please verify your plan is accepted when scheduling an appointment.

Credentials

Residency
  • Bascom Palmer Eye Institute - Miami, FL | 2007
Fellowship
  • Bascom Palmer Eye Institute - Miami, FL | 2010
Internship
  • Olive View-UCLA Medical Center - Sylmar, CA | 2004
Medical School
  • Weill Cornell Medicine - NY, NY | 2003
Board Certification
  • Ophthalmology - General
Affiliated Hospitals
  • Houston Methodist Hospital
Center Memberships
  • Houston Methodist Blanton Eye Institute
Academic Appointments
  • Associate Professor of Clinical Ophthalmology, Academic Institute
  • Member, Research Institute, Academic Institute
  • Houston Methodist
  • Weill Cornell Medical College

Languages

  • English
  • Spanish
Languages listed are spoken by doctor and/or office staff.

FAQ

Can I book an appointment with Dr. Amy Schefler?
Yes. Please contact the physician's office directly at 713.524.3434 to schedule an appointment or call 713.790.3333 for assistance in finding another doctor.
What insurance does Dr. Amy Schefler accept?
See all insurance plans that Dr. Amy Schefler accepts.
Where is Dr. Amy Schefler office located?
What languages does Dr. Amy Schefler speak?
Dr. Amy Schefler, or the office, speaks English, Spanish.
What are Dr. Amy Schefler's specialties?
Dr. Amy Schefler is a specialist in Ophthalmology, Retina and Vitreous Diseases.