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    MediFind found 84 doctor with experience in Stargardt Macular Degeneration near Skokie, IL. Of these, 59 are Experienced, 23 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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      Jack Cohen
      Advanced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
      Ophthalmology
      Advanced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
      Ophthalmology

      Illinois Retina Associates, PLLC

      4711 Golf Rd., Suite 102, 
      Skokie, IL 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

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

      Jeffrey R. Parnell
      Advanced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
      Advanced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration

      Retina Services Of Illinois, LLC

      7447 W Talcott Ave, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (4.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Jeffrey Parnell is an Ophthalmologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Parnell is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stargardt Macular Degeneration. His top areas of expertise are Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Retinal Artery Occlusion, and Retinal Vein Occlusion.

      Craig H. Gerstein
      Experienced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
      Ophthalmology
      Experienced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
      Ophthalmology

      Gerstein Eye Institute

      3042 W Peterson Ave, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (3.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Craig Gerstein is an Ophthalmologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Gerstein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stargardt Macular Degeneration. His top areas of expertise are Dry Eye Syndrome, Cataract, Amblyopia, and Esotropia.

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      Advanced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
      Ophthalmology
      Advanced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
      Ophthalmology

      Chicagoland Retinal Consultants, LLC

      5215 N California Ave, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Wendewessen Amde is an Ophthalmologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Amde is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stargardt Macular Degeneration. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Retinopathy, Retinal Detachment, Retinal Artery Occlusion, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Vitrectomy.

      Advanced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
      Ophthalmology
      Advanced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
      Ophthalmology

      Retina Services Of Illinois, LLC

      7447 W Talcott Ave, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (4.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Omar Hassan is an Ophthalmologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Hassan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stargardt Macular Degeneration. His top areas of expertise are Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Retinal Detachment, Retinal Artery Occlusion, and Corneal Transplant.

      Advanced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
      Ophthalmology
      Advanced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
      Ophthalmology

      Retina Services Of Illinois, LLC

      7447 W Talcott Ave, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (4.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Manthan Shah is an Ophthalmologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Shah is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stargardt Macular Degeneration. His top areas of expertise are Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Diabetic Retinopathy, and Retinal Artery Occlusion.

      Daniel Kaitis
      Advanced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
      Ophthalmology
      Advanced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
      Ophthalmology

      Endeavor Health Medical Group

      9650 Gross Point Rd., Suite 1900, 
      Skokie, IL 
       (1.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Daniel Kaitis, MD, an ophthalmologist at Endeavor Health, provides medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the eyes. He specializes in diagnosing and treating cataracts, offering both comprehensive eye exams and advanced surgical interventions. Dr. Kaitis works with patients to preserve vision and maintain long-term eye health through personalized treatment planning. Dr. Kaitis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stargardt Macular Degeneration. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Cataract, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Gomez Lopez Hernandez Syndrome.

      Troy Close
      Advanced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
      Ophthalmology
      Advanced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
      Ophthalmology

      Endeavor Health Medical Group

      2740 W. Foster Ave., Suite 301-Pro Plaza, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (4.5 miles away)
      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 Stargardt Macular Degeneration. His top areas of expertise are Optic Nerve Atrophy, Glaucoma, Optic Atrophy Type 1, and Cataract.

      Michael Blair
      Advanced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
      Ophthalmology
      Advanced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
      Ophthalmology

      Retina Consultants, Ltd.

      2454 E. Dempster St., Suite 400, 
      Des Plaines, IL 
       (6.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Offers Telehealth

      Michael Blair is an Ophthalmologist in Des Plaines, Illinois. Dr. Blair is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stargardt Macular Degeneration. His top areas of expertise are Retinal Detachment, Diabetic Retinopathy, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.

      Mathew W. Maccumber
      Advanced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
      Advanced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration

      Illinois Retina Associates, PLLC

      2845 N Sheridan Rd, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (8.6 miles away)
      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 Stargardt Macular Degeneration. His top areas of expertise are Retinal Detachment, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Geographic Atrophy, and Vitrectomy.

      Robert Fantus
      Experienced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
      Ophthalmology | Transplant Surgery
      Experienced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
      Ophthalmology | Transplant Surgery

      Endeavor Health Medical Group

      9650 Gross Point Rd., Suite 1900, 
      Skokie, IL 
       (1.7 miles away)
      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 Stargardt Macular Degeneration. His top areas of expertise are Interstitial Keratitis, Meibomianitis, Blepharitis, and Cataract.

      Thomas Patrianakos
      Experienced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
      Experienced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration

      Northwest Chicago Eye Specialists

      5872 N. Milwaukee Ave., 
      Chicago, IL 
       (3.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Greek
      Offers Telehealth

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

      Advanced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
      Advanced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
      2640 Golf Rd, Suite 120, 
      Glenview, IL 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Luithuanian, Polish, Russian, Spanish, Ukrainian
      Accepting New Patients

      Svetlana Tsipursky is an Ophthalmologist in Glenview, Illinois. Dr. Tsipursky is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stargardt Macular Degeneration. Her top areas of expertise are Dry Eye Syndrome, Autosomal Dominant Vitreoretinochoroidopathy, Wagner Syndrome, and Norrie Disease. Dr. Tsipursky is currently accepting new patients.

      Noel Saks
      Experienced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
      Ophthalmology
      Experienced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
      Ophthalmology

      Eye Specialists Of Illinois

      444 N. Northwest Hwy., Suite 360, 
      Park Ridge, IL 
       (5.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

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

      Rumya R. Rao
      Experienced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
      Ophthalmology
      Experienced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
      Ophthalmology

      Retina Institute Of Illinois, PC

      8780 W Golf Rd, 
      Niles, IL 
       (5.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Rumya Rao is an Ophthalmologist in Niles, Illinois. Dr. Rao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stargardt Macular Degeneration. Her top areas of expertise are Diabetic Retinopathy, Retinal Artery Occlusion, Retinal Vein Occlusion, and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.

      Matthew Wessel
      Experienced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
      Ophthalmology
      Experienced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
      Ophthalmology

      Retina Institute Of Illinois, PC

      8780 W. Golf Rd., Suite 304, 
      Niles, IL 
       (5.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Matthew Wessel is an Ophthalmologist in Niles, Illinois. Dr. Wessel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stargardt Macular Degeneration. His top areas of expertise are Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Retinal Detachment, and Diabetic Retinopathy.

      Bryan Kim
      Experienced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
      Ophthalmology
      Experienced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
      Ophthalmology

      Midwest Retina Consultants, SC

      8901 Golf Rd., Suite 206, 
      Des Plaines, IL 
       (5.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Bryan Kim is an Ophthalmologist in Des Plaines, Illinois. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stargardt Macular Degeneration. His top areas of expertise are Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Diabetic Retinopathy, and Retinal Detachment.

      Enrique Garcia
      Experienced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
      Ophthalmology
      Experienced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
      Ophthalmology

      Midwest Retina Consultants, SC

      8901 Golf Rd., Suite 206, 
      Des Plaines, IL 
       (5.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Enrique Garcia is an Ophthalmologist in Des Plaines, Illinois. Dr. Garcia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stargardt Macular Degeneration. His top areas of expertise are Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Diabetic Retinopathy, and Retinal Artery Occlusion.

      George Wyhinny
      Experienced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
      Ophthalmology
      Experienced in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
      Ophthalmology

      Midwest Retina Consultants, SC

      8901 Golf Rd., Suite 206, 
      Des Plaines, IL 
       (5.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      George Wyhinny is an Ophthalmologist in Des Plaines, Illinois. Dr. Wyhinny is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stargardt Macular Degeneration. His top areas of expertise are Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Retinal Vein Occlusion, and Retinal Artery Occlusion.

      Distinguished in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
      Ophthalmology
      Distinguished in Stargardt Macular Degeneration
      Ophthalmology

      Eye Specialists Of Chicago And Highland Park

      5600 W Addison St, Suite 102, 
      Chicago, IL 
       (6.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Polish, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Mark Buranosky is an Ophthalmologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Buranosky is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stargardt Macular Degeneration. His top areas of expertise are Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD), Usher Syndrome Type 2A, Cone-Rod Dystrophy, and Usher Syndrome. Dr. Buranosky is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 02/22/2026

      What is the definition of Stargardt Macular Degeneration?

      Stargardt macular degeneration is a genetic eye disorder that causes progressive vision loss. This disorder affects the retina, the specialized light-sensitive tissue that lines the back of the eye. Specifically, Stargardt macular degeneration affects a small area near the center of the retina called the macula. The macula is responsible for the type of vision needed for detailed tasks such as reading, driving, and recognizing faces. In most people with Stargardt macular degeneration, a fatty yellow pigment called lipofuscin builds up in cells underlying the macula. Over time, the abnormal accumulation of this substance can damage cells that are critical for clear vision. People with Stargardt macular degeneration have problems with night vision that can make it difficult to navigate in low light. Some affected individuals also have impaired color vision. The signs and symptoms of Stargardt macular degeneration typically appear in late childhood to early adulthood and worsen over time.

      When should I see a Stargardt Macular Degeneration doctor near Skokie, 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 Stargardt Macular Degeneration doctor near Skokie, 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 Stargardt Macular Degeneration doctors near Skokie, 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 Stargardt Macular Degeneration doctors near Skokie, 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 Stargardt Macular Degeneration doctor near Skokie, 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 Stargardt Macular Degeneration doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Stargardt Macular Degeneration 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 Stargardt Macular Degeneration doctor near Skokie, 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 Stargardt Macular Degeneration 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 Stargardt Macular Degeneration 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 Stargardt Macular Degeneration doctors near Skokie, IL?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Stargardt Macular Degeneration 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 Stargardt Macular Degeneration doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Stargardt Macular Degeneration 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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