The 20 Best Blocked Tear Duct Doctors Near Me in Illinois, US

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The 20 Best Blocked Tear Duct Doctors in Illinois, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 104 doctor with experience in Blocked Tear Duct near Illinois, US. Of these, 79 are Experienced, 16 are Advanced and 9 are Distinguished.

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104 providers found
    Distinguished in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology

    Amjad Z Ahmad, MD, SC

    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amjad Ahmad is an Ophthalmologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Ahmad is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. His top areas of expertise are Blocked Tear Duct, Entropion, Marcus Gunn Phenomenon, and Eyelid Bump.

    Noel Saks
    Distinguished in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology

    Eye Specialists Of Illinois

    444 N. Northwest Hwy., Suite 360, 
    Park Ridge, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Noel Saks is an Ophthalmologist in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Saks is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. His top areas of expertise are Entropion, Chalazion, Eyelid Bump, and Blocked Tear Duct.

    Jennifer Galvin
    Advanced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    2050 Pfingsten Rd., Suite 280, 
    Glenview, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jennifer A. Galvin, MD, an ophthalmologist at Endeavor Health, specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of eye conditions, including pediatric ophthalmology and adult strabismus. Dr. Galvin provides both medical and surgical care, helping patients maintain and improve their vision at every stage of life. She tailors treatment plans to each individual’s needs and works closely with families to support long-term eye health. Dr. Galvin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. Her top areas of expertise are Amblyopia, Strabismus, Esotropia, Coloboma of Optic Nerve, and Cataract Removal.

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    Peter Rabiah
    Advanced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology | Pediatrics
    Advanced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology | Pediatrics

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    9650 Gross Point Rd., Suite 1900, 
    Skokie, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Peter K. Rabiah, MD, an ophthalmologist at Endeavor Health, specializes in pediatric ophthalmology and uveitis, as well as the treatment of adult strabismus. He cares for patients with conditions such as tear duct abnormalities, retinopathy of prematurity and inflammatory eye diseases. Dr. Rabiah performs procedures including strabismus surgery and comprehensive eye care for both children and adults. Dr. Rabiah is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. His top areas of expertise are Congenital Toxoplasmosis, Esotropia, Strabismus, and Amblyopia.

    Dana L. Kolton
    Advanced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology

    Premier Eye Care & Surgery, Ltd

    1120 Lake Cook Rd, 
    Buffalo Grove, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Dana Kolton is an Ophthalmologist in Buffalo Grove, Illinois. Dr. Kolton is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. Her top areas of expertise are Amblyopia, Strabismus, Benign Essential Blepharospasm, and Brown Syndrome.

    Distinguished in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology

    Dupage Eye Surgery Center

    2015 N Main St, 
    Wheaton, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John Pak is an Ophthalmologist in Wheaton, Illinois. Dr. Pak is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. His top areas of expertise are Entropion, Blocked Tear Duct, Ptosis, and Eyelid Drooping.

    Distinguished in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology

    Northshore Glenbrook Hospital

    2100 Pfingsten Rd, 
    Glenview, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Milap Mehta is an Ophthalmologist in Glenview, Illinois. Dr. Mehta is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. His top areas of expertise are Blocked Tear Duct, Benign Essential Blepharospasm, Chalazion, and Eyelid Drooping.

    Distinguished in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology

    University Optical

    1855 W Taylor St, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Pete Setabutr is an Ophthalmologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Setabutr is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. His top areas of expertise are Ptosis, Eyelid Drooping, Blocked Tear Duct, and Dacryoadenitis.

    Distinguished in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology | Plastic Surgery
    Distinguished in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology | Plastic Surgery

    Daniel S Tresley P C.

    500 Skokie Blvd Ste 120, 
    Northbrook, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Tresley is an Ophthalmologist and a Plastic Surgeon in Northbrook, Illinois. Dr. Tresley is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. His top areas of expertise are Blocked Tear Duct, Entropion, Benign Essential Blepharospasm, and Eyelid Drooping.

    Distinguished in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology

    Ostoich Optical

    7447 W Talcott Ave Ste 300, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas Conti is an Ophthalmologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Conti is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. His top areas of expertise are Blocked Tear Duct, Entropion, Chalazion, and Eyelid Bump.

    Distinguished in Blocked Tear Duct
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Blocked Tear Duct
    General Surgery

    Ophthalmology Partners, Limited

    740 Waukegan Rd Ste 360, 
    Deerfield, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Tamara Fountain is a General Surgeon in Deerfield, Illinois. Dr. Fountain is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. Her top areas of expertise are Ptosis, Eyelid Drooping, Blocked Tear Duct, and Entropion.

    Distinguished in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology

    Loyola University Medical Center

    2160 S 1st Ave, 
    Maywood, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Yoo is an Ophthalmologist in Maywood, Illinois. Dr. Yoo is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. His top areas of expertise are Ptosis, Entropion, Eyelid Drooping, and Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.

    Advanced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology

    Arlington Eye Physicians, LLC

    1604 W Central Rd, 
    Arlington Heights, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Adam Cohen is an Ophthalmologist in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Dr. Cohen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. His top areas of expertise are Eyelid Drooping, Ptosis, Chalazion, Eyelid Bump, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Dawn Phillips
    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology

    Phillips Eye Center

    718 S. Weber Rd., 
    Bolingbrook, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dawn Phillips is an Ophthalmologist in Bolingbrook, Illinois. Dr. Phillips is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. Her top areas of expertise are Neurotrophic Keratitis, Interstitial Keratitis, Glaucoma, and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.

    Robert Fantus
    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology | Transplant Surgery
    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology | Transplant Surgery

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    9650 Gross Point Rd., Suite 1900, 
    Skokie, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Fantus, MD, an ophthalmologist and cornea specialist at Endeavor Health, treats a wide range of eye conditions and performs cataract and corneal surgeries. He combines clinical care with precision surgical techniques to improve vision and quality of life for his patients. Dr. Fantus values communication and aims to ensure patients clearly understand their condition and care plan. Dr. Fantus is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. His top areas of expertise are Interstitial Keratitis, Meibomianitis, Blepharitis, and Cataract.

    Jay Futterman
    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    71 Waukegan Rd., Suite 700, 
    Lake Bluff, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jay Futterman, MD, an ophthalmologist at Endeavor Health, provides comprehensive eye care for patients of all ages, from routine vision needs to advanced procedures. His expertise includes cataract surgery, glaucoma, dry eye and management of diabetic eye disease. Dr. Futterman emphasizes patient education, helping individuals understand their conditions and treatment options to improve vision, eye health and overall quality of life. Dr. Futterman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Uveitis, Neuroretinitis, and Glaucoma.

    David A. Ramirez
    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    259 E Erie St Ste 1520, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Experience:
    8+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Ramirez is an Ophthalmologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Ramirez has been practicing medicine for over 8 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. His top areas of expertise are Strabismus, Amblyopia, Papilledema, and Esotropia.

    Deena Leonard
    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology

    Premier Eye Care And Surgery, Ltd.

    1120 W. Lake Cook Rd., Suite C, 
    Buffalo Grove, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Deena Leonard is an Ophthalmologist in Buffalo Grove, Illinois. Dr. Leonard is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. Her top areas of expertise are Strabismus, Amblyopia, Color Blindness, and Brown Syndrome.

    David Springer
    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Ophthalmology

    West Suburban Eye Associates, LLC

    1 Erie Ct., Suite 6140, 
    Oak Park, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    David Springer is an Ophthalmologist in Oak Park, Illinois. Dr. Springer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Interstitial Keratitis, Cataract, and Uveitis.

    Francisco Marruenda
    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct
    Experienced in Blocked Tear Duct

    Chicago Arbor Eye Institute

    11600 S Kedzie Ave, 
    Merrionette Park, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Francisco Marruenda is an Ophthalmologist in Merrionette Park, Illinois. Dr. Marruenda is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Blocked Tear Duct. His top areas of expertise are Dry Eye Syndrome, Diabetic Retinopathy, Cataract, and Blepharitis.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Blocked Tear Duct?

    A blocked tear duct is a partial or complete blockage in the pathway that carries tears from the surface of the eye into the nose.

    When should I see a Blocked Tear Duct doctor in Illinois, US?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Blocked Tear Duct doctor in Illinois, US?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Blocked Tear Duct doctors in Illinois, US?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Blocked Tear Duct doctors in Illinois, US?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Blocked Tear Duct doctor in Illinois, US?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Blocked Tear Duct doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Blocked Tear Duct doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Blocked Tear Duct doctor in Illinois, US?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Blocked Tear Duct doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Blocked Tear Duct doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Blocked Tear Duct doctors in Illinois, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Blocked Tear Duct doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Blocked Tear Duct doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Blocked Tear Duct doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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