Ophthalmologists Accepting First Health in Des Plaines, IL
10 verified ophthalmologists in Des Plaines, Illinois accept First Health. Profiles cover focus areas including Retina & Vitreous. Common hospital affiliations include Aurora Health, Loyola University Medical Center, and NorthShore University HealthSystem.


James Katz, MD
Medical Director, Cornea and Refractive Surgery
Ophthalmology
Des Plaines, IL30+ years150+ pubs
Retina & Vitreous


Bryan Kim, MD
Assistant Professor of Clinical Ophthalmology
Ophthalmology
Des Plaines, IL20+ years4+ pubs
Retina & Vitreous


George Wyhinny, MD
Assistant Professor, Vitreoretinal Surgery
Ophthalmology
Des Plaines, IL30+ years10+ pubs
Retina & Vitreous


Enrique Garcia-Valenzuela, MD
Vitreo-Retinal Surgeon
Ophthalmology
Des Plaines, IL30+ years40+ pubs
Retina & Vitreous


Daniel Alter, MD
Clinical Assistant Professor of Global Ophthalmology
Ophthalmology
Des Plaines, IL30+ years2+ pubs
Retina & Vitreous


Michael Shapiro, MD
Vitreoretinal Specialist
Ophthalmology
Des Plaines, IL30+ years143+ pubs
Retina & Vitreous


Anand Gopal, MD
Vitreoretinal Surgeon
Ophthalmology
Des Plaines, IL8 years24+ pubs
Retina & Vitreous


Saira Khanna, MD
Retina Surgery/Specialist
Ophthalmology
Des Plaines, IL8 years26+ pubs
Retina & Vitreous


Ira Garoon, M.D.
Director, Center for Vitreo-Retinal Diseases
Ophthalmology
Des Plaines, IL30+ years2+ pubs
Retina & Vitreous


John Winkler, M.D.
Ophthalmology
Ophthalmology
Des Plaines, IL30+ years
Retina & Vitreous
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know these ophthalmologists accept First Health?
Each profile on this page lists First Health among its accepted health plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.
What First Health plans do these ophthalmologists accept?
Plan-level detail (PPO, HMO, EPO, Medicare Advantage, etc.) varies by specialists. Open a specific provider profile to see the exact First Health plans they've published as accepted.
What should I look for when picking a ophthalmologist that takes First Health?
Start with clinical fit. Profiles on this page mention focus areas including Retina & Vitreous. Then verify the specific First Health plan you carry, compare credentials and affiliations, and check whether the profile mentions accepting new patients.
Are these ophthalmologists accepting new patients?
Profile detail on availability varies. Open a specific profile to see what each provider has published about new-patient access and typical wait times.