Expertise in
10
conditions

Dr. Stephen J. Winkler

Ophthalmology
940 Lee St, 
Des Plaines, IL 
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17 Years of Experience
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Expertise in
10
conditions
940 Lee St, 
Des Plaines, IL 

Overview

Stephen Winkler is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Des Plaines, Illinois. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years.

Dr. Winkler is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Eyelid Drooping, Ptosis, Entropion, and Eyelid Bump.

Dr. Winkler is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles.

Graduate Year

2009

Residency

Sinai Hospital of Baltimore, Ophthalmology

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Licenses

Ophthalmology in IL

Board Certifications

American Board Of Ophthalmology

Fellowships

Krieger Eye Institute, Oculoplastic Surgery

Hospital Affiliations

Advocate Lutheran General Hospital
Northwest Community Hospital 1

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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  • HMO
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Devoted Health
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Locations

Des Plaines Eye Physicians & Surgeons, Ltd
940 Lee St, Des Plaines, IL 60016
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Stephen J. Winkler

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You can book an appointment with Dr. Stephen J. Winkler by calling their office at 847-299-5501. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Stephen J. Winkler a top-rated expert for Eyelid Drooping?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Stephen J. Winkler is classified as an Advanced expert for Eyelid Drooping, 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. Stephen J. Winkler specialize in?

While Dr. Stephen J. Winkler is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Eyelid Drooping, Ptosis, and Entropion. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.

Does Dr. Stephen J. Winkler participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Stephen J. Winkler has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Eyelid Drooping. You can view a list of Dr. Stephen J. Winkler's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Stephen J. Winkler accept my insurance?

Dr. Stephen J. Winkler accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 847-299-5501 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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