Michael Blair
Expertise in
32
conditions
Expertise in
32
conditions
2454 E. Dempster St., Suite 400, 
Des Plaines, IL 

Overview

Michael Blair is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Des Plaines, Illinois.

Dr. Blair is highly rated in 32 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Retinal Detachment, Stickler Syndrome, Retinopathy of Prematurity, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Vitrectomy.

Dr. Blair is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 98 peer reviewed articles.

Graduate Institution

University Of Chicago, Pritzker School Of Medicine, 2000

Residency

Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Ophthalmology, 2004

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Licenses

Ophthalmology in IL

Board Certifications

American Board Of Ophthalmology

Fellowships

University of Illinois at Chicago Medical Center, Vitreoretinal Surgery, 2006

Hospital Affiliations

Advocate Lutheran General Hospital
Advocate Condell Medical Center
Northshore University Healthsystem - Evanston Hospital
The University Of Chicago Medical Center
Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
CareSource
  • HMO
Celtic
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Devoted Health
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Essence Healthcare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
Health Alliance
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
MDwise
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Medical Card System
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Meridian Choice
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Northern Plains Alliance
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE PDP
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Walgreens
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Retina Consultants, Ltd.
2454 E. Dempster St., Suite 400, Des Plaines, IL 60016
Other Locations
Retina Consultants, Ltd.
755 S. Milwaukee Ave., Suite 101, Libertyville, IL 60048
Retina Consultants, Ltd.
5225 Old Orchard Rd., Unit 25B, Skokie, IL 60077
Retina Consultants, Ltd.
5215 N. California Ave., Suite F717, Chicago, IL 60625

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. Michael Blair

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You can book an appointment with Dr. Michael Blair by calling their office at 847-299-0700. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Michael Blair a top-rated expert for Retinal Detachment?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michael Blair is classified as an Elite expert for Retinal Detachment, 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. Michael Blair specialize in?

While Dr. Michael Blair is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Retinal Detachment, Stickler Syndrome, and Retinopathy of Prematurity. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.

Does Dr. Michael Blair participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Michael Blair has published 98 articles and abstracts on conditions like Retinal Detachment. You can view a list of Dr. Michael Blair's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Michael Blair accept my insurance?

Dr. Michael Blair accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 847-299-0700 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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