The 20 Best Fuchs Dystrophy Doctors Near Me in Chicago, IL

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 39 doctor with experience in Fuchs Dystrophy near Chicago, IL. Of these, 27 are Experienced, 8 are Advanced and 4 are Distinguished.

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    Advanced in Fuchs Dystrophy
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Fuchs Dystrophy
    Ophthalmology
    259 E Erie St Ste 1520, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ramez Haddadin is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Haddadin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Fuchs Dystrophy. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Fuchs Dystrophy, Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness, Corneal Transplant, and Cataract Removal. Dr. Haddadin is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology (Certified).

    Experienced in Fuchs Dystrophy
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Fuchs Dystrophy
    Ophthalmology
    259 E Erie St Ste 1520, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    39+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Surendra Basti is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. He has been practicing medicine for over 39 years. Dr. Basti is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Fuchs Dystrophy. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Sjogren Syndrome, Interstitial Keratitis, Cataract Removal, and Corneal Transplant. Dr. Basti is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology (Certified).

    Experienced in Fuchs Dystrophy
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Fuchs Dystrophy
    Ophthalmology
    259 E Erie St Ste 1520, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    48+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Feder is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. He has been practicing medicine for over 48 years. Dr. Feder is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Fuchs Dystrophy. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Keratoconus, Interstitial Keratitis, Corneal Transplant, and Cataract Removal. Dr. Feder is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology (Certified).

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    Distinguished in Fuchs Dystrophy
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Fuchs Dystrophy
    Ophthalmology

    UI Health Transplant Clinic

    1009 S Wood St, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Elmer Tu is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Tu is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Fuchs Dystrophy. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Interstitial Keratitis, Amebiasis, Keratoconus, Corneal Transplant, and Vitrectomy.

    Distinguished in Fuchs Dystrophy
    Distinguished in Fuchs Dystrophy

    Univ. Ophthalmology Associates LTD.

    1725 W Harrison St Ste 918, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jonathan Rubenstein is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Rubenstein is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Fuchs Dystrophy. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Fuchs Dystrophy, Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1, Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness, Corneal Transplant, and Cataract Removal.

    Experienced in Fuchs Dystrophy
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Fuchs Dystrophy
    Ophthalmology
    259 E Erie St Ste 1520, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    19+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeanine Baqai is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. She has been practicing medicine for over 19 years. Dr. Baqai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Fuchs Dystrophy. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Nearsightedness, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Presbyopia, and Corneal Transplant. Dr. Baqai is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology (Certified).

    Experienced in Fuchs Dystrophy
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Fuchs Dystrophy
    Ophthalmology

    Eye Physicians And Surgeons Of Chicago, SC

    2845 N Sheridan Rd, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Gina Rogers is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Rogers is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Fuchs Dystrophy. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Interstitial Keratitis, Glaucoma, and Meibomianitis. Dr. Rogers is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology.

    Advanced in Fuchs Dystrophy
    Advanced in Fuchs Dystrophy

    Kirk Eye Center ,SC

    3115 N Harlem Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (9.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Polish, Spanish

    Kathleen Scarpulla is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Scarpulla is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Fuchs Dystrophy. She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dry Eye Syndrome, Cataract, Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1, and Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness. Dr. Scarpulla is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology.

    Advanced in Fuchs Dystrophy
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Fuchs Dystrophy
    Ophthalmology
    1740 W Taylor St, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joel Sugar is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Sugar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Fuchs Dystrophy. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Keratoconus, Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1, Fuchs Dystrophy, Corneal Transplant, and Vitrectomy.

    Advanced in Fuchs Dystrophy
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Fuchs Dystrophy
    Ophthalmology

    University Optical

    1855 W Taylor St, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Maria Cortina is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Cortina is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Fuchs Dystrophy. She is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Interstitial Keratitis, Stevens-Johnson Syndrome, Aniridia, Corneal Transplant, and Cataract Removal.

    Advanced in Fuchs Dystrophy
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Fuchs Dystrophy
    Ophthalmology

    Univ. Ophthalmology Associates LTD.

    1725 W Harrison St Ste 918, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Vanee Virasch is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Virasch is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Fuchs Dystrophy. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Fuchs Dystrophy, Cataract, Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1, Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness, and Corneal Transplant.

    Distinguished in Fuchs Dystrophy
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Fuchs Dystrophy
    Ophthalmology

    University Of Chicago Medical Center

    5841 S Maryland Ave, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Peter Veldman is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Veldman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Fuchs Dystrophy. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Fuchs Dystrophy, Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1, Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness, Corneal Transplant, and Vitrectomy.

    Experienced in Fuchs Dystrophy
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Fuchs Dystrophy
    Ophthalmology

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    2740 W. Foster Ave., Suite 301-Pro Plaza, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (7.3 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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Fuchs Dystrophy. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Optic Nerve Atrophy, Glaucoma, Optic Atrophy Type 1, and Cataract. Dr. Close is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology.

    Experienced in Fuchs Dystrophy
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Fuchs Dystrophy
    Ophthalmology

    West Suburban Eye Associates, LLC

    1 Erie Ct., Suite 6140, 
    Oak Park, IL 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    David Springer is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Oak Park, Illinois. Dr. Springer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Fuchs Dystrophy. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Interstitial Keratitis, Cataract, and Uveitis. Dr. Springer is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology.

    Experienced in Fuchs Dystrophy
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Fuchs Dystrophy
    Ophthalmology

    Caryn Orlin-Kraff M.D. LTD.

    25 E Washington St Ste 606, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Colman Kraff is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Kraff is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Fuchs Dystrophy. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Interstitial Keratitis, Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness, and Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1.

    Experienced in Fuchs Dystrophy
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Fuchs Dystrophy
    Ophthalmology

    University Eye Specialists LTD

    676 N Saint Clair St Ste 1500, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jon Ruderman is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Ruderman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Fuchs Dystrophy. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Cataract, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Chalazion.

    Experienced in Fuchs Dystrophy
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Fuchs Dystrophy
    Ophthalmology

    UI Health Transplant Clinic

    1009 S Wood St, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Rosenblatt is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Rosenblatt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Fuchs Dystrophy. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Neurotrophic Keratitis, Endophthalmitis, Dry Eye Syndrome, Corneal Transplant, and Vitrectomy.

    Experienced in Fuchs Dystrophy
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Fuchs Dystrophy
    Ophthalmology

    University Optical

    1855 W Taylor St, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ali Djalilian is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Djalilian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Fuchs Dystrophy. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Interstitial Keratitis, Aniridia, Stevens-Johnson Syndrome, Corneal Transplant, and Cataract Removal.

    Experienced in Fuchs Dystrophy
    Experienced in Fuchs Dystrophy

    The Board Of Trustees Of The University Of Illinois

    1855 W Taylor St, Mc648, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jose De La Cruz-Napoli is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. De La Cruz-Napoli is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Fuchs Dystrophy. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Blepharitis, Pterygium, and Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness.

    Experienced in Fuchs Dystrophy
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Fuchs Dystrophy
    Ophthalmology

    Univ. Ophthalmology Associates LTD.

    1725 W Harrison St Ste 918, 
    Chicago, IL 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Anjali Tannan is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Tannan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Fuchs Dystrophy. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Interstitial Keratitis, Meibomianitis, Corneal Transplant, and Cataract Removal.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Fuchs Dystrophy?

    Fuchs (pronounced "fooks") dystrophy is an eye disease in which cells lining the inner surface of the cornea slowly start to die off. The disease most often affects both eyes.

    When should I see a Fuchs Dystrophy 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 Fuchs Dystrophy 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 Fuchs Dystrophy 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 Fuchs Dystrophy 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 Fuchs Dystrophy 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 Fuchs Dystrophy doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Fuchs Dystrophy 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 Fuchs Dystrophy 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 Fuchs Dystrophy 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 Fuchs Dystrophy 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 Fuchs Dystrophy doctors near Chicago, IL?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Fuchs Dystrophy 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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