Ophthalmology

Thomas John, MD

Clinical Associate Professor, Ophthalmology

Oak Brook, IL

Dr. Thomas John, MD, is a cornea and external disease specialist and comprehensive ophthalmologist practicing in the Chicago suburbs, including Oak Brook, Tinley Park, and Oak Lawn, Illinois. His subspecialty focus centers on advanced corneal conditions, treating patients requiring cornea transplants, lamellar keratoplasty (including DSAEK and sutureless techniques), cataracts, LASIK-refractive surgery, and intraocular lens replacement. He manages common issues such as eye emergencies, infection

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Ophthalmology (American Board of Ophthalmology)

Education & Training

Medical School: St. John's Medical College (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery, 1977)
Internship: Michael Reese Hospital (1977)
Residency: University of Pennsylvania (Ophthalmology, 1984)
Fellowship: University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry (Cornea & External Eye Disease, 1985)
Fellowship: Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary (Clinical Cornea, 1987)

Years in Practice

45+ years

Peer Recognition

Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2002
Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Glaucoma

Conditions & Treatments

CataractsMacular DegenerationGlaucoma

Insurance(s) Accepted

Please verify your coverage with the provider — plan participation can change.

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

Advocate Christ Medical Center
Advocate South Suburban Hospital
Aurora Health
Advocate Trinity Hospital
Hackensack Meridian Health Raritan Bay and Old Bridge Medical Center

Languages

English, Arabic, Hindi, Tamil, Punjabi, Gujarati, Malayalam

Conditions Dr. John treats

Frequently asked

Does Dr. John accept Aetna insurance?

Thomas John's public profile lists Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Assurant Health plus 19 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. John practice?

Thomas John practices in Oak Brook, IL with hospital affiliations including Advocate Christ Medical Center, Advocate South Suburban Hospital, and Aurora Health.

What does Dr. John specialize in?

Thomas John is a board-certified ophthalmology specialist with focus areas in Glaucoma.

How long has Dr. John been practicing?

Thomas John has 49+ years of clinical experience in ophthalmology.

What is Dr. John's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Medical School: St. John's Medical College (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery, 1977); Internship: Michael Reese Hospital (1977); Residency: University of Pennsylvania (Ophthalmology, 1984).