Summary

Dr. Vinay Aakalu is an ophthalmologist who specializes in treating eye and vision conditions. He earned his medical degree from Columbia University and also holds a Master of Public Health degree. Dr. Aakalu completed his residency at the University of Illinois at Chicago in 2009, followed by a fellowship at the same institution in 2012. With two decades of clinical experience, he is board-certified in ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology. He provides care in English.

Dr. Aakalu practices at the Eye Institute at Froedtert Hospital in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and maintains hospital affiliations with the University of Illinois Hospital. His clinical expertise focuses on eyelid conditions, including drooping eyelids and ptosis. He performs comprehensive vision tests and visual field testing to assess eye health and function. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in his care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 20 years of experience
  • 78 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of Illinois at Chicago
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

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Vinay Kumar Aakalu, MD, MPHDr. Lanny Bryan Hale, MDDr. Richard Drake Davenport, MDDr. Nausheen Abbas, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.5 
20 Years of Experience 51 Years of Experience 56 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 English Speaks Spanish, English
Milwaukee , WIBrookfield , WIWest Allis , WIBrookfield , WI
Med School: Columbia University Med School: Medical College Of Wisconsin Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University Med School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Vinay Kumar Aakalu

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - POS
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicare
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - EPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan - PPO
  • CareSource
  • CareSource - Medicaid
  • CareSource - Medicare
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cofinity
  • Health Alliance
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicaid
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - PPO
  • McLaren Health Plan
  • McLaren Health Plan - Medicaid
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - HMO
  • Medicare - HMO-POS
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - POS
  • Medicare - PPO
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Paramount Healthcare
  • Paramount Healthcare - Medicare
  • Priority Health
  • Priority Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Priority Health - Medicare
  • Progressive - POS
  • State Farm - POS
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Upper Peninsula Health Plan
  • US Health Group
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - HMO
  • Wellcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare - PPO
  • WPS Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Vinay Kumar Aakalu has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Vinay Kumar Aakalu 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

20 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Ophthalmology

Ophthalmology

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Michigan, 2028, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

University of Illinois at Chicago2012

Residency

University of Illinois at Chicago2009

Medical School

Columbia UniversityGraduated in 2006
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount SinaiGraduated in 2006

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What languages does Vinay Aakalu speak?
Vinay Aakalu speaks English.
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Which hospitals is Vinay Aakalu affiliated with?
Vinay Aakalu is affiliated with University Of Illinois Hospital.

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