Dr. Guillermo Amescua, MD
- Speaks
- English, Spanish
Overview
Dr. Guillermo Amescua is a cornea, cataract and external disease specialist and professor of clinical ophthalmology at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute.
His clinical and research work centres on severe corneal infections, including fungal and Acanthamoeba keratitis, and on ocular surface disease such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome and limbal stem cell deficiency. He performs corneal transplants and complex cataract surgery and teaches cornea fellows.
Patients see Dr. Amescua for corneal infections, corneal scarring, ocular surface disease, corneal transplants and cataract surgery. He speaks English and Spanish.
- Languages
- English, Spanish
- Gender
- Male
- Video visits
- In person only
- Phone
- (305) 243-2020
Expertise
Specialties
Focus Areas
Conditions Treated
- Fuchs' endothelial dystrophy
- Keratoconus
- Corneal scars and corneal edema
- Infectious keratitis
- Pterygium
- Dry eye disease
- Ocular surface disease
Procedures Performed
- DMEK endothelial keratoplasty
- DSAEK endothelial keratoplasty
- Full thickness corneal transplant (penetrating keratoplasty)
- Corneal cross-linking
- Pterygium removal with tissue graft
- Cataract surgery
- Superficial keratectomy
Insurance & Fees
Insurance networks differ by office and plan. Call the office to confirm that your plan is accepted before your visit.
Insurance networks change. Confirm coverage with your insurance company before your visit.
Location
Hospital Affiliations
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Bascom Palmer Eye Institute
Medical staff, Miami, FL
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University of Miami Miller School of Medicine
Teaching faculty, Miami, FL
Questions Patients Ask
How do I book an appointment with Dr. Guillermo Amescua?
Call Bascom Palmer Eye Institute at (305) 243-2020 to book or to ask about availability. Some specialists ask for a referral and recent eye records, and you should confirm insurance coverage when you call.
What should I bring to my first visit with Dr. Guillermo Amescua?
Bring your photo ID and insurance card, a list of your medicines and eye drops, your current glasses or contact lenses, and any previous eye test results or imaging. Your eyes may be dilated, so plan for a driver if needed.
What does Dr. Guillermo Amescua specialize in?
Dr. Guillermo Amescua practices Cataract & Refractive Surgery, Cornea & External Disease and Ophthalmology. Focus areas include Corneal transplantation, Keratoconus care, Complex cataract surgery and Ocular surface disease.
Where does Dr. Guillermo Amescua practice?
Dr. Guillermo Amescua sees patients at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, 900 NW 17th Street, Miami, FL 33136.
What languages does Dr. Guillermo Amescua speak?
Dr. Guillermo Amescua speaks English and Spanish.
Which hospitals is Dr. Guillermo Amescua affiliated with?
Dr. Guillermo Amescua is affiliated with Bascom Palmer Eye Institute and University of Miami Miller School of Medicine.
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