Expertise in
13
conditions

Dr. Surendar Dwarakanathan

Ophthalmology
John H. Stroger JR. Hospital Of Cook County
1901 W Harrison St, 
Chicago, IL 
Accepting New Patients
Expertise in
13
conditions
John H. Stroger JR. Hospital Of Cook County
1901 W Harrison St, 
Chicago, IL 

Overview

Surendar Dwarakanathan is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois.

Dr. Dwarakanathan is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Keratoconus, Nearsightedness, Cataract, Vitrectomy, and Cataract Removal.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 7 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Dwarakanathan is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Licenses

Ophthalmology in TX

Hospital Affiliations

John H Stroger Jr Hospital
St Catherine Hospital Inc
Methodist Hospitals Inc

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish
Tamil

Gender

Male

Insurance

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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
CareSource
  • HMO
Celtic
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
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
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Health Services
  • EPO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
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
Spectrum Priority Health
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Zing Health
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
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Locations

John H. Stroger JR. Hospital of Cook County
1901 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60612
Other Locations
Helix Eye Care PC
326 W US Highway 30, Schererville, IN 46375

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.

7 Total Publications

Clinical Outcomes of Two Lenticule Thickness Types in Descemet Stripping Automated Endothelial Keratoplasty: One-Year Results.
Clinical Outcomes of Two Lenticule Thickness Types in Descemet Stripping Automated Endothelial Keratoplasty: One-Year Results.
Journal: Current eye research
Published: February 03, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Surendar Dwarakanathan

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Surendar Dwarakanathan?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Surendar Dwarakanathan by calling their office at 312-864-6000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Surendar Dwarakanathan a top-rated expert for Keratoconus?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Surendar Dwarakanathan is classified as an Advanced expert for Keratoconus, 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. Surendar Dwarakanathan specialize in?

While Dr. Surendar Dwarakanathan is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Keratoconus, Nearsightedness, and Cataract. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.

Does Dr. Surendar Dwarakanathan participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Surendar Dwarakanathan has published 7 articles and abstracts on conditions like Keratoconus. You can view a list of Dr. Surendar Dwarakanathan's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Surendar Dwarakanathan accept my insurance?

Dr. Surendar Dwarakanathan accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 312-864-6000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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