The 20 Best Nearsightedness Doctors Near Me in Illinois, US

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The 20 Best Nearsightedness Doctors in Illinois, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 234 doctor with experience in Nearsightedness near Illinois, US. Of these, 196 are Experienced, 37 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    John L. Chu
    Experienced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology

    Advocate Medical Group Ophthalmology/Optometry

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

    John Chu is an Ophthalmologist in Aurora, Illinois. Dr. Chu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Glaucoma, and Meibomianitis.

    Jack Cohen
    Distinguished in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology

    Illinois Retina Associates, PLLC

    4711 Golf Rd., Suite 102, 
    Skokie, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jack Cohen is an Ophthalmologist in Skokie, Illinois. Dr. Cohen is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. His top areas of expertise are Retinal Detachment, X-Linked Juvenile Retinoschisis, X-Linked Retinal Dysplasia, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Vitrectomy.

    Shantan Reddy
    Experienced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    1327 Butterfield Road, Suite 618, 
    Downers Grove, IL 
    Experience:
    23+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    I believe in working with my patients to realize a shared vision of uncompromising excellence in ophthalmology. I wish to fulfill this mission by closely listening to those I am privileged to serve, earn their trust and respect, and exceed their expectations in clinical outcomes. Dr. Reddy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Retinopathy, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Retinal Artery Occlusion, and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).

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    Diany Morales
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology

    Ophthalmology Partners, Ltd.

    740 Waukegan Rd., Suite 360, 
    Deerfield, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Diany Morales is an Ophthalmologist in Deerfield, Illinois. Dr. Morales is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. Her top areas of expertise are Blepharitis, Esotropia, Nearsightedness, and Cataract.

    Zac B. Ravage
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology

    Illinois Retina Associates, PLLC

    Libertyville, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Zac Ravage is an Ophthalmologist in Libertyville, Illinois. Dr. Ravage is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. His top areas of expertise are Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Retinal Detachment, and Retinal Artery Occlusion.

    Mathew W. Maccumber
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Advanced in Nearsightedness

    Illinois Retina Associates, PLLC

    2845 N Sheridan Rd, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mathew Maccumber is an Ophthalmologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Maccumber is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. His top areas of expertise are Retinal Detachment, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Geographic Atrophy, and Vitrectomy.

    Troy Close
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    2740 W. Foster Ave., Suite 301-Pro Plaza, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Troy W. Close, MD, a specialist in ophthalmology at Endeavor Health, brings more than two decades of experience to treating glaucoma and neuro-ophthalmic conditions. His clinical interests include comprehensive eye care, cataract surgery and advanced glaucoma procedures. Dr. Close offers specialized expertise in both general and complex vision care. Dr. Close is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. His top areas of expertise are Optic Nerve Atrophy, Glaucoma, Optic Atrophy Type 1, and Cataract.

    James A. Eadie
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology

    Retina Vitreous Associates, PC

    4930 W 95th St, 
    Oak Lawn, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    James Eadie is an Ophthalmologist in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. Eadie is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. His top areas of expertise are Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Retinal Detachment, and Retinal Vein Occlusion.

    Alan Chow
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology

    Alan Y Chow MD

    386 Pennsylvania Ave Ste 3N, 
    Glen Ellyn, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alan Chow is an Ophthalmologist in Glen Ellyn, Illinois. Dr. Chow is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. His top areas of expertise are Strabismus, Optic Nerve Atrophy, Optic Atrophy Type 1, and Esotropia.

    Thomas Patrianakos
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Advanced in Nearsightedness

    Northwest Chicago Eye Specialists

    5872 N. Milwaukee Ave., 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Greek
    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas Patrianakos is an Ophthalmologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Patrianakos is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Cataract, Trabeculectomy, and Cataract Removal.

    Jennifer Galvin
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    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 Nearsightedness. Her top areas of expertise are Amblyopia, Strabismus, Esotropia, Coloboma of Optic Nerve, and Cataract Removal.

    Agnieszka Nagpal
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology

    Ophthalmology Partners, Ltd.

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

    Agnieszka Nagpal is an Ophthalmologist in Deerfield, Illinois. Dr. Nagpal is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. Her top areas of expertise are Chalazion, Meibomianitis, Eyelid Bump, and Blepharitis.

    Evelyn S. Ackermann
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Advanced in Nearsightedness

    Ophthalmology Associates, Ltd

    1670 Capital St, 
    Elgin, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Evelyn Ackermann is an Ophthalmologist in Elgin, Illinois. Dr. Ackermann is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. Her top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Optic Nerve Atrophy, Optic Atrophy Type 1, and Presbyopia.

    Meena S. George
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology

    University Retina & Macula Associates, PC

    1 E 22nd St, 
    Lombard, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Spanish

    Meena George is an Ophthalmologist in Lombard, Illinois. Dr. George is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. His top areas of expertise are Retinal Detachment, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Neuroretinitis, and Vitrectomy.

    Thomas Bournias
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology

    Northwestern Ophthalmic Institute

    3633 W. Lake Ave., Suite 104, 
    Glenview, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas Bournias is an Ophthalmologist in Glenview, Illinois. Dr. Bournias is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. His top areas of expertise are Strabismus, Dry Eye Syndrome, Optic Atrophy Type 1, and Optic Nerve Atrophy.

    Amy Cunningham
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology

    North Shore Eye Consultants, Ltd.

    2440 Ravine Way, Suite 500, 
    Glenview, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amy Cunningham is an Ophthalmologist in Glenview, Illinois. Dr. Cunningham is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. Her top areas of expertise are Cataract, Presbyopia, Blepharitis, and Glaucoma.

    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology

    Illinois Retina Associates, PLLC

    25 E Washington St, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Vivek Chaturvedi is an Ophthalmologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Chaturvedi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. His top areas of expertise are Retinal Detachment, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Vitrectomy.

    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    259 E Erie St Ste 1520, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Experience:
    32+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Carol Schmidt is an Ophthalmologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Schmidt has been practicing medicine for over 32 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. Her top areas of expertise are Astigmatism, Nearsightedness, Glaucoma, and Ocular Hypertension (OHT).

    Daniel J. Tepper
    Experienced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology

    Wicker Park Eye Center, Ltd

    2222 W Division St, 
    Chicago, IL 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Tepper is an Ophthalmologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Tepper is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. His top areas of expertise are Blepharitis, Kallikrein Hypertension, Allergic Conjunctivitis, and Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye).

    Francisco Marruenda
    Experienced in Nearsightedness
    Experienced in Nearsightedness

    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 Nearsightedness. 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 Nearsightedness?

    Nearsightedness is when light entering the eye is focused incorrectly. This makes distant objects appear blurred. Nearsightedness is a type of refractive error of the eye.

    If you are nearsighted, you have trouble seeing things that are far away.

    When should I see an Nearsightedness 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 Nearsightedness 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 Nearsightedness 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 Nearsightedness 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 Nearsightedness 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 Nearsightedness doctor search results page. 

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

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

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