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Retina & Vitreous · Illinois

Richard Zak, MD

Clinical Assistant Professor, Loyola University Department of Ophthalmology

Ophthalmology

Aurora, IL

Madhu Gorla, MD

Ophthalmology

Glenview, IL

James Liang, M.D.

Ophthalmology

Chicago, IL

Nisha Gupta, MD

Ophthalmology

Downers Grove, IL

Jack Cohen, MD

Director of Ocular Oncology; Associate Professor of Ophthalmology, Rush University Medical Center

Ophthalmology

Chicago, IL

Samir Sayegh, MD, PHD

Ophthalmology

Champaign, IL

Terry Voirin, DO

Ophthalmology

Wheaton, IL

Aaron Weinberg, M.D/

Vitreoretinal Specialist

Ophthalmology

Elmhurst, IL

Craig Gerstein, MD

Clinical Assistant Professor, Ophthalmology

Ophthalmology

Chicago, IL

Joseph Kappil, MD

Ophthalmology

Crystal Lake, IL

Sanja Dragovic, MD

Assistant Professor, Ophthalmology

Ophthalmology

Chicago, IL

Robert Lowenthal, M.D.

Ophthalmology

Springfield, IL

Susan Fowell, MD

Ophthalmology

Rockford, IL

Omar Hassan, MD

Clinical Assistant Professor, Feinberg School of Medicine

Ophthalmology

Lombard, IL

Drew Sommerville, MD

Ophthalmology

Harrisburg, IL

Martin O'Malley, M.D.

Ophthalmology

Rock Island, IL

Joseph Kiernan, MD

Founder, Premier Eye Care & Surgery

Ophthalmology

Buffalo Grove, IL

Kenneth Melchionna, D.O

Ophthalmology

West Dundee, IL

Ryan Lange, MD

Clinical Assistant Professor, Ophthalmology

Ophthalmology

Evanston, IL

Natalya Romaniv, MD

Ophthalmology

Rockford, 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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