Overview
Belal H. Bakir, MD, a specialist in ophthalmology at Endeavor Health, provides comprehensive eye care with a focus on cataract and glaucoma management. He treats patients using advanced procedures such as cataract surgery, glaucoma surgery and laser eye surgery. His clinical expertise includes minimally invasive techniques that support long-term vision health.
Dr. Bakir is highly rated in 27 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Cataract, Sjogren Syndrome, and Ocular Hypertension (OHT).
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
2050 Pfingsten Rd., Suite 280, Glenview, IL 60026
71 Waukegan Rd., Suite 700, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Belal Bakir
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Belal Bakir?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Belal Bakir by calling their office at 224-251-2020. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Belal Bakir a top-rated expert for Glaucoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Belal Bakir is classified as an Distinguished expert for Glaucoma, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Belal Bakir specialize in?
While Dr. Belal Bakir is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Glaucoma, Cataract, and Sjogren Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Belal Bakir participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Belal Bakir has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Glaucoma. You can view a list of Dr. Belal Bakir's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Belal Bakir accept my insurance?
Dr. Belal Bakir accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 224-251-2020 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- CataractDr. Bakir isDistinguished. Learn about Cataract.
- GlaucomaDr. Bakir isDistinguished. Learn about Glaucoma.
- Ocular Hypertension (OHT)Dr. Bakir isDistinguished. Learn about Ocular Hypertension (OHT).
- Sjogren SyndromeDr. Bakir isDistinguished. Learn about Sjogren Syndrome.
- Advanced
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)
- Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD)
- BlepharitisDr. Bakir isAdvanced. Learn about Blepharitis.
- ChalazionDr. Bakir isAdvanced. Learn about Chalazion.
- Choroid Plexus CarcinomaDr. Bakir isAdvanced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Bakir isAdvanced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Experienced
- Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD)
- Allergic ConjunctivitisDr. Bakir isExperienced. Learn about Allergic Conjunctivitis.
- AmblyopiaDr. Bakir isExperienced. Learn about Amblyopia.
- AstigmatismDr. Bakir isExperienced. Learn about Astigmatism.
- Bell's PalsyDr. Bakir isExperienced. Learn about Bell's Palsy.
- Blocked Tear DuctDr. Bakir isExperienced. Learn about Blocked Tear Duct.