Gary S. Lissner
Expertise in
3
conditions
Expertise in
3
conditions
259 E Erie St Ste 1520, Lavin Family Pavilion, 
Chicago, IL 

Overview

Gary Lissner is an Ophthalmologist in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Lissner has been practicing medicine for over 52 years is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Ptosis, Eyelid Drooping, Progressive Hemifacial Atrophy, and Graves Disease.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 12 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine, 1974.0

Residency

McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Licenses

Ophthalmology in IL

Board Certifications

American Board Of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology (Certified)

Fellowships

University of Toronto

Hospital Affiliations

Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
CareFirst
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  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
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  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
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  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Humana
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  • INDEMNITY
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  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
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Medicaid
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  • STATE MEDICAID
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  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Meridian Choice
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  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
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  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
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  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
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  • MEDICARE PDP
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Locations

259 E Erie St Ste 1520, Lavin Family Pavilion, Chicago, IL 60611

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. Gary S. Lissner

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Gary S. Lissner?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Gary S. Lissner by calling their office at 312-695-8150. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Gary S. Lissner a top-rated expert for Ptosis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Gary S. Lissner is classified as an Distinguished expert for Ptosis, 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. Gary S. Lissner specialize in?

While Dr. Gary S. Lissner is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Ptosis, Eyelid Drooping, and Progressive Hemifacial Atrophy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.

Does Dr. Gary S. Lissner participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Gary S. Lissner has published 12 articles and abstracts on conditions like Ptosis. You can view a list of Dr. Gary S. Lissner's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Gary S. Lissner accept my insurance?

Dr. Gary S. Lissner accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 312-695-8150 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.

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