Summary

Dr. Gad Heilweil is a board-certified ophthalmologist with 24 years of experience specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of retinal conditions. He earned his medical degree from Ruth And Bruce Rappaport Faculty Of Medicine at Technion Israel Institute Of Technology. Dr. Heilweil focuses on complex eye disorders that affect the back of the eye, bringing nearly two and a half decades of expertise to his practice. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Heilweil practices at Huntington Memorial Hospital and maintains locations in Fountain Valley and Pasadena, California. His clinical expertise centers on treating age-related macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy. He also manages posterior vitreous detachment, helping patients navigate these sight-threatening conditions with specialized care. His practice utilizes advanced diagnostic tools including retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography, and he performs anti-VEGF treatments to help preserve and restore vision. Patients have given Dr. Heilweil an average rating of 4.1 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 24 years of experience
  • 40 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Ruth And Bruce Rappaport Fac Of Med Technion Israel Inst Of Technology
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Gad Heilweil has 2 locations

Doheny Eye Center Ucla Orange County

18111 Brookhurst St Ste 6400Fountain Valley, CA 92708
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Doheny Eye Center Ucla Pasadena

625 S Fair Oaks Ave Ste 280Pasadena, CA 91105
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
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24 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English, Farsi Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, English
Fountain Valley , CALancaster , CAPlata , CALaguna Hills , CA
Med School: Ruth And Bruce Rappaport Fac Of Med Technion Israel Inst Of Technology Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Gad Heilweil

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CalOptima
  • CenCal Health
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • EMI Health
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Providence Health Plans
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Dr. Gad Heilweil has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Gad Heilweil has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

24 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Ruth And Bruce Rappaport Fac Of Med Technion Israel Inst Of TechnologyGraduated in 2002

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Gad Heilweil affiliated with?
Dr. Gad Heilweil is affiliated with Huntington Memorial Hospital.
Does Dr. Gad Heilweil accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Gad Heilweil has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Dr. Gad Heilweil accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Gad Heilweil accept my insurance?
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What languages does Dr. Gad Heilweil speak?
Dr. Gad Heilweil speaks English.

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