The 20 Best Eyelid Drooping Doctors Near Me in Illinois, US

Find the Top Eyelid Drooping Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 231 doctor with experience in Eyelid Drooping near Illinois, US. Of these, 185 are Experienced, 31 are Advanced, 13 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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231 providers found
    Elite in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology
    Elite in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology

    Allen M. Putterman M.D. S.C.

    111 N Wabash Ave Ste 1722, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Allen Putterman is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Putterman is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ectropion, Eyelid Drooping, Ptosis, and Hepatic Hemangioma.

    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology

    Advocate Medical Group Ophthalmology/Optometry

    1221 N Highland Ave 2nd Fl, 
    Aurora, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Chu is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Aurora, Illinois. Dr. Chu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Glaucoma, and Meibomianitis. Dr. Chu is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology.

    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping
    Plastic Surgery
    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping
    Plastic Surgery

    Advocate Medical Group Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

    4400 W 95th St, Ste 102, 
    Oak Lawn, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Ogilvie is a Plastic Surgeon practicing medicine in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. Ogilvie is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. His clinical expertise encompasses Eyelid Drooping and Glossectomy. Dr. Ogilvie is board certified in American Board Of Plastic Surgery.

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    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping
    Plastic Surgery
    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping
    Plastic Surgery
    430 Pennsylvania Ave., Suite 320, 
    Glen Ellyn, IL 
    Experience:
    32+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    My personal approach to patient care focuses on creating an open dialogue with each patient, answering questions and informing patients of their options. Whether a patient is seeking to improve his or her appearance, or requires healing from a serious medical condition, I feel having a well-informed patient/physician partnership is of the utmost importance. My goal is to help my patient feel completely comfortable in the decision making process. Dr. Danahey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. His clinical expertise encompasses Low Nasal Bridge, Nasal Septal Hematoma, Perichondritis, and Basal Cell Skin Cancer. Dr. Danahey is board certified in Otolaryngology and Facial Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery.

    Distinguished in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology
    259 E Erie St Ste 1520, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Experience:
    52+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gary Lissner is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. He has been practicing medicine for over 52 years. Dr. Lissner is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ptosis, Eyelid Drooping, Progressive Hemifacial Atrophy, and Graves Disease. Dr. Lissner is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology (Certified).

    Distinguished in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology

    Arlington Eye Physicians, LLC

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

    Adam Cohen is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Dr. Cohen is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Eyelid Drooping, Ptosis, Chalazion, Eyelid Bump, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Cohen is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology.

    Distinguished in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology
    259 E Erie St Ste 1520, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Experience:
    11+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Liza Cohen is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. She has been practicing medicine for over 11 years. Dr. Cohen is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Eyelid Drooping, Ptosis, Graves Disease, Horner Syndrome, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Cohen is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology (Certified).

    Distinguished in Eyelid Drooping
    Distinguished in Eyelid Drooping
    259 E Erie St Ste 1520, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Experience:
    16+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Preeti Thyparampil is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. She has been practicing medicine for over 16 years. Dr. Thyparampil is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ptosis, Eyelid Drooping, Chalazion, and Eyelid Bump. Dr. Thyparampil is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology (Certified).

    Advanced in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology

    Chicago Glaucoma Consultants, Ltd.

    2640 Patriot Blvd., Suite 100, 
    Glenview, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Madhu Gorla, MD, an ophthalmologist and glaucoma specialist at Endeavor Health, provides long-term eye care with a focus on preserving vision and enhancing quality of life. His practice combines evidence-based medicine, advanced surgical tools and clinical research to offer world-class care locally. Dr. Gorla also teaches and mentors residents while staying at the forefront of innovations in ophthalmology. Dr. Gorla is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. Dr. Gorla is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology.

    Advanced in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology

    Ticho Eye Associates

    10436 Southwest Hwy, 
    Chicago Ridge, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Laura Sanders is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Chicago Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Sanders is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Meibomianitis, Eyelid Drooping, Ptosis, and Glaucoma. Dr. Sanders is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology.

    Advanced in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology

    Eye Specialists Of Illinois

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

    Noel Saks is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Park Ridge, Illinois. Dr. Saks is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Entropion, Chalazion, Eyelid Bump, and Blocked Tear Duct. Dr. Saks is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology.

    Distinguished in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology

    University Optical

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

    Pete Setabutr is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Setabutr is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ptosis, Eyelid Drooping, Blocked Tear Duct, and Dacryoadenitis.

    Distinguished in Eyelid Drooping
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Eyelid Drooping
    General Surgery

    University Of Wisconsin Medical Foundation

    7019 Rote Rd Ste 101, 
    Rockford, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Lucarelli is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Rockford, Illinois. Dr. Lucarelli is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Eyelid Drooping, Ptosis, Entropion, and Graves Disease.

    Distinguished in Eyelid Drooping
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Eyelid Drooping
    General Surgery

    Chicago Oculofacial Plastic Surgery S.C.

    2001 N Halsted St Ste 200, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Paul Phelps is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Phelps is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Entropion, Ptosis, Eyelid Drooping, Graves Disease, and Microvascular Decompression.

    Distinguished in Eyelid Drooping
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Eyelid Drooping
    General Surgery

    University Of Chicago Medical Center

    5841 S Maryland Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hassan Shah is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Shah is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Eyelid Drooping, Ectropion, Ptosis, Graves Disease, and Vitrectomy.

    Distinguished in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology

    Dupage Eye Surgery Center

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

    John Pak is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Wheaton, Illinois. Dr. Pak is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Entropion, Blocked Tear Duct, Ptosis, and Eyelid Drooping.

    Distinguished in Eyelid Drooping
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Eyelid Drooping
    General Surgery

    Ophthalmology Partners, Limited

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

    Tamara Fountain is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Deerfield, Illinois. Dr. Fountain is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ptosis, Eyelid Drooping, Blocked Tear Duct, and Entropion.

    Distinguished in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology

    Loyola University Medical Center

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

    David Yoo is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Maywood, Illinois. Dr. Yoo is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ptosis, Entropion, Eyelid Drooping, and Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.

    Distinguished in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology

    Northshore Glenbrook Hospital

    2100 Pfingsten Rd, 
    Glenview, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Milap Mehta is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Glenview, Illinois. Dr. Mehta is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Blocked Tear Duct, Benign Essential Blepharospasm, Chalazion, and Eyelid Drooping.

    Distinguished in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Eyelid Drooping
    Ophthalmology

    Marion Eye Centers LTD.

    1200 W Deyoung St, 
    Marion, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ukeme Umana is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Marion, Illinois. Dr. Umana is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ptosis, Eyelid Drooping, Cataract, and Benign Essential Blepharospasm.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Eyelid Drooping?

    Eyelid drooping is excess sagging of the upper eyelid. The edge of the upper eyelid may be lower than it should be (ptosis) or there may be excess baggy skin in the upper eyelid (dermatochalasis). Eyelid drooping is often a combination of both conditions.

    The problem is also called ptosis.

    When should I see an Eyelid Drooping 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 an Eyelid Drooping 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 Eyelid Drooping 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 Eyelid Drooping 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 an Eyelid Drooping 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 Eyelid Drooping doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Eyelid Drooping 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 an Eyelid Drooping 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 Eyelid Drooping 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 Eyelid Drooping 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 Eyelid Drooping doctors in Illinois, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Eyelid Drooping 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 an Eyelid Drooping doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Eyelid Drooping 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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