Summary

Dr. Gad Heilweil treats age-related macular degeneration, posterior vitreous detachment, and diabetic retinopathy, and performs retinal imaging, optical coherence tomography, and anti-VEGF treatment. He has practiced ophthalmology for 24 years and is affiliated with Huntington Memorial Hospital.

Dr. Heilweil earned his medical degree from the Ruth and Bruce Rappaport Faculty of Medicine at the Technion Israel Institute of Technology. He sees patients in Fountain Valley and Pasadena, California. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Heilweil 4.07 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

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

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

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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24 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Fountain Valley , CATemecula , CAEl Centro , CANewport Beach , CA
Med School: Ruth And Bruce Rappaport Fac Of Med Technion Israel Inst Of Technology Med School: Wayne State University School of Medicine, Detroit, MI Med School: Washington University in St. Louis Med School: Yale University School of Medicine
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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

Dr. Gad Heilweil holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Ruth And Bruce Rappaport Fac Of Med Technion Israel Inst Of Technology in 2002.

NPI Number

Dr. Heilweil's NPI number is 1386989440.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Dr. Gad Heilweil?
You can find contact information for Dr. Gad Heilweil here on Vitals.
Is Dr. Gad Heilweil accepting new patients?
Dr. Gad Heilweil is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Gad Heilweil's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
What languages does Dr. Gad Heilweil speak?
Dr. Gad Heilweil speaks English.
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.
Does Dr. Gad Heilweil accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Gad Heilweil accepts on their Vitals profile.

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