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Retina & Vitreous · Illinois

Susan Anderson-Nelson, M.D.

Ophthalmology

Chicago, IL

Andrew Francis, M.D.

Ophthalmology

Addison, IL

Alan Chow, MD

Ophthalmology

Glen Ellyn, IL

Mihai Mititelu, M.D., M.P.H.

Associate Professor, Medical Director, Clinical Eye Research Unit

Ophthalmology

Freeport, IL

Shantan Reddy, MD MPH

Ophthalmology

Naperville, IL

Wendewessen Amde, MD

Ophthalmology

Sycamore, IL

Daniel Alter, MD

Clinical Assistant Professor of Global Ophthalmology

Ophthalmology

Des Plaines, IL

Patricia Davis, M.D.

Ophthalmology

Lisle, IL

Jeffrey Parnell, M.D.

Assistant Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology

Ophthalmology

Chicago, IL

Nickolas Katsoulakis, MD

Ophthalmology

Palos Heights, IL

Michelle Andreoli, MD

Clinical Assistant Professor

Ophthalmology

Naperville, IL

Jon Gieser, MD

Assistant Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology, University of Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary

Ophthalmology

Wheaton, IL

Lucas Wendel, M.D.

Ophthalmology

Saint Charles, IL

Sohail Hasan, MD

Community Physician, Ophthalmology

Ophthalmology

Flossmoor, IL

Rama Jager, M.D.

Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology

Ophthalmology

Oak Forest, IL

Stephen Gieser, MD

Ophthalmology

Wheaton, IL

Lisa Thompson, MD

Director of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus; Ophthalmology Residency Program Director

Ophthalmology

Gurnee, IL

David Badawi, M.D.

Ophthalmology

Arlington Heights, IL

Michael Shapiro, MD

Vitreoretinal Specialist

Ophthalmology

Des Plaines, IL

Mary Mehaffey, MD

Ophthalmology

Wheaton, IL

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a Retina & Vitreous ophthalmologist do?

A Retina & Vitreous ophthalmologist is a Ophthalmology physician with focused training in the medical and surgical treatment of conditions affecting the retina and vitreous. After completing Ophthalmology residency, they pursue additional fellowship training so they can manage cases that fall outside what a general ophthalmologist typically handles day to day.

What conditions does a Retina & Vitreous ophthalmologist treat?

A Retina & Vitreous ophthalmologist commonly treats macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal detachment, macular hole, vitreous hemorrhage, and retinal vein occlusion. Many also see closely related conditions within Ophthalmology, particularly when a case is complex, atypical, or has not responded to first-line care from a general ophthalmologist.

When should I see a Retina & Vitreous ophthalmologist?

Consider seeing a Retina & Vitreous ophthalmologist when you have flashes, floaters, distorted vision, or a known retinal condition needing specialist care, when a primary care clinician or general ophthalmologist suggests a focused evaluation, or when you want a second opinion from a physician whose practice is concentrated on this exact area. Patients often reach a Retina & Vitreous ophthalmologist through referral, but you can also seek one directly.

How is a Retina & Vitreous ophthalmologist different from a general ophthalmologist?

Both are board-eligible ophthalmologists, but a Retina & Vitreous ophthalmologist has additional fellowship training and a practice that focuses on the medical and surgical treatment of conditions affecting the retina and vitreous. General ophthalmologists treat a broad range of Ophthalmology concerns; Retina & Vitreous ophthalmologists concentrate on the harder or more specific cases within that range, and tend to see a higher volume of patients with macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal detachment, macular hole, vitreous hemorrhage, and retinal vein occlusion.

How does Convene match me with a top Retina & Vitreous ophthalmologist?

Convene Health evaluates ophthalmologists on peer recognition, clinical leadership, published research, institutional affiliations, and patient feedback. When you complete an intake, our care team reviews your history and matches you with a vetted Retina & Vitreous ophthalmologist whose focus aligns with your case. Membership covers priority appointment coordination; the match itself is free.

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