The 20 Best Microphthalmia Doctors Near Me in Chicago, IL

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Last Updated: 09/19/2026

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MediFind found 27 doctor with experience in Microphthalmia near Chicago, IL. Of these, 19 are Experienced, 6 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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27 providers found
    Distinguished in Microphthalmia
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Microphthalmia
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    259 E Erie St Ste 2450, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bahram Rahmani is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Rahmani is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microphthalmia. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Microphthalmia, Strabismus, Microphthalmia with Linear Skin Defects Syndrome, Trabeculectomy, and Cataract Removal.

    Experienced in Microphthalmia
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Microphthalmia
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Medical Eye Services LTD.

    48 S Greenleaf St, 
    Gurnee, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Lisa Thompson is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Gurnee, Illinois. Dr. Thompson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microphthalmia. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Strabismus, Diabetic Retinopathy, Glaucoma, and Cataract. Dr. Thompson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Microphthalmia
    Experienced in Microphthalmia
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1S260 Summit Ave, 
    Oakbrook Terrace, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    James Mcdonnell is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois. Dr. Mcdonnell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microphthalmia. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Strabismus, Esotropia, Oculomotor Apraxia Cogan Type, and Amblyopia. Dr. Mcdonnell is currently accepting new patients.

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    Distinguished in Microphthalmia
    Distinguished in Microphthalmia
    Referral may be required

    Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital Of Chicago

    225 E Chicago Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Brenda Bohnsack is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Bohnsack is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microphthalmia. She is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Axenfeld-Rieger Syndrome, Peters Anomaly, Stickler Syndrome, Trabeculectomy, and Vitrectomy. Dr. Bohnsack is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Microphthalmia
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Microphthalmia
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1131 Techny Rd, 
    Northbrook, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Sudhi Kurup is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Northbrook, Illinois. Dr. Kurup is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microphthalmia. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Strabismus, Esotropia, Microphthalmia, Trabeculectomy, and Cataract Removal.

    Advanced in Microphthalmia
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Microphthalmia
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    University Optical

    1855 W Taylor St Ste 3138, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Irene Maumenee is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Maumenee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microphthalmia. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Knobloch Syndrome, Micropthalmia Associated with Colobomatous Cyst, Leber Congenital Amaurosis, and Microphthalmia.

    Advanced in Microphthalmia
    Advanced in Microphthalmia
    Referral may be required

    Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital Of Chicago

    225 E Chicago Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Jennifer Rossen is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Rossen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microphthalmia. She is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Congenital Cataract, Ocular Albinism, Micropthalmia Associated with Colobomatous Cyst, Lenz Microphthalmia Syndrome, and Trabeculectomy.

    Advanced in Microphthalmia
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Microphthalmia
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Wheaton Eye Clinic LTD

    604 Raymond Dr, 
    Naperville, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ruth Williams is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Naperville, Illinois. Dr. Williams is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microphthalmia. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Glaucoma, Micropthalmia Associated with Colobomatous Cyst, and Lenz Microphthalmia Syndrome. Dr. Williams is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Microphthalmia
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Microphthalmia
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Dupage Eye Surgery Center

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

    Kelly Laurenti is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Wheaton, Illinois. Dr. Laurenti is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microphthalmia. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Oculomotor Apraxia Cogan Type, Strabismus, Amblyopia, and Esotropia.

    Advanced in Microphthalmia
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Microphthalmia
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    David J. Palmer M.D. S.C.

    259 E Erie St Ste 1520, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Daniel Balikov is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Balikov is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microphthalmia. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Microphthalmia, Horner Syndrome, Aniridia, Vitrectomy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Balikov is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Microphthalmia
    Ophthalmology | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Microphthalmia
    Ophthalmology | Pediatrics
    Referral may be required

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    9650 Gross Point Rd., Suite 1900, 
    Skokie, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Peter Rabiah is an Ophthalmologist and a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Skokie, Illinois. Dr. Rabiah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microphthalmia. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Congenital Toxoplasmosis, Esotropia, Strabismus, and Amblyopia. Dr. Rabiah is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Rabiah is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Microphthalmia
    Ophthalmology | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Microphthalmia
    Ophthalmology | Pediatrics
    Referral may be required

    Retina Consultants, Ltd.

    2454 E. Dempster St., Suite 400, 
    Des Plaines, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Blair is an Ophthalmologist and a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Des Plaines, Illinois. Dr. Blair is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microphthalmia. He is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Retinal Detachment, Stickler Syndrome, Retinopathy of Prematurity, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Vitrectomy. Dr. Blair is board certified in The American Board Of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology, Ophthalmology, and American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Blair is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Microphthalmia
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Microphthalmia
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Retina Vitreous Associates, PC

    4930 W 95th St, 
    Oak Lawn, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Hindi, Kannada, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    James Eadie is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. Eadie is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microphthalmia. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Retinal Detachment, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Retinal Vein Occlusion. Dr. Eadie is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Eadie is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Microphthalmia
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Microphthalmia
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Aurora Eye Clinic

    1300 N Highland Ave, Ste 1, 
    Aurora, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Patricia Davis is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Aurora, Illinois. Dr. Davis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microphthalmia. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Strabismus, Amblyopia, Temporal Arteritis, and Esotropia. Dr. Davis is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Davis is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Microphthalmia
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Microphthalmia
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required
    259 E Erie St Ste 1520, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David Ramirez is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Ramirez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microphthalmia. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Strabismus, Amblyopia, Papilledema, and Esotropia. Dr. Ramirez is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology (Certified). Dr. Ramirez is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Microphthalmia
    Experienced in Microphthalmia
    Referral may be required

    Retina Consultants

    755 S Milwaukee Ave, 
    Libertyville, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German, Hebrew, Russian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Shapiro is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Libertyville, Illinois. Dr. Shapiro is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microphthalmia. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Retinal Detachment, Retinopathy of Prematurity, Stickler Syndrome, Vitrectomy, and Islet Cell Transplantation. Dr. Shapiro is board certified in The American Board Of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology and American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Shapiro is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Microphthalmia
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Microphthalmia
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    OSF Children's Hospital Of Illinois - Ophthalmology

    4927 North Glen Park Place Road, 
    Peoria, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Marathi
    Accepting New Patients

    Rujuta Gore is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Peoria, Illinois. Dr. Gore is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microphthalmia. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Strabismus, Amblyopia, Esotropia, and Sturge-Weber Syndrome. Dr. Gore is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Microphthalmia
    Experienced in Microphthalmia
    Referral may be required

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    2050 Pfingsten Rd., Suite 280, 
    Glenview, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Jennifer Galvin is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Glenview, Illinois. Dr. Galvin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microphthalmia. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Amblyopia, Strabismus, Esotropia, Coloboma of Optic Papilla, and Cataract Removal. Dr. Galvin is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Galvin is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Microphthalmia
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Microphthalmia
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1855 W Taylor St Ste 2142, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mehmet Mocan is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Mocan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microphthalmia. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Strabismus, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Glaucoma, Amblyopia, and Trabeculectomy.

    Experienced in Microphthalmia
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Microphthalmia
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    University Of Illinois Hospital

    1331 W 75th St, 
    Naperville, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ahmad Aref is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Naperville, Illinois. Dr. Aref is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microphthalmia. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome, Trabeculectomy, and Cataract Removal. Dr. Aref is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/19/2026

    What is the definition of Microphthalmia?

    Anophthalmia and microphthalmia are disorders that affect eye development before birth. Microphthalmia is a birth defect in which one or both eyes do not develop fully and are abnormally small. Anophthalmia is a more severe birth defect in which one or both eyes do not form at all. While people who have anophthalmia have no vision in the affected eye, people who have microphthalmia may or may not have significant vision loss. Because both conditions are characterized by impaired eye development, anophthalmia and microphthalmia are often considered to be related disorders (anophthalmia/microphthalmia).

    When should I see a Microphthalmia doctor near Chicago, IL?

    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 Microphthalmia doctor near Chicago, IL?

    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 Microphthalmia doctors near Chicago, IL?

    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 Microphthalmia doctors near Chicago, IL?

    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 Microphthalmia doctor near Chicago, IL?

    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 Microphthalmia doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Microphthalmia 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 Microphthalmia doctor near Chicago, IL?

    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 Microphthalmia 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 Microphthalmia 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 Microphthalmia doctors near Chicago, IL?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Microphthalmia 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 Microphthalmia doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Microphthalmia 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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