Best Ophthalmologists in Chicago, IL
Finding the right ophthalmologist in Chicago means weighing insurance coverage, distance, and bedside manner. Chicago has cold winters that drive seasonal-affective and respiratory-illness visits, which shapes how local ophthalmologists structure their practice. The metro has a deep bench of ophthalmologists — 25+ verified ophthalmologists are listed below. Many practice at Northwestern Medicine or Rush University Medical.
25 ophthalmologists in Chicago
Rebecca Deutsch Sarran, MD
4.5Rebecca Deutsch Sarran · Glaucoma Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician
1855 W Taylor St(312) 996-7030Kathleen M Scarpulla, MD, Sc
4.5Kathleen M Scarpulla, MD, Sc · Ophthalmology Physician
5600 W Addison St(773) 283-2454Giovingo Eye Care LLC
4.5Giovingo Eye Care LLC · Ophthalmology Physician
5683 N Milwaukee Ave(773) 792-2020Xiaomin Kevin Zhang, MD, PHD
4.5Xiaomin Kevin Zhang · Ophthalmology Physician
259 E Erie St Suite 1520(312) 695-8150M Rahman, D.O., S.C.
4.5M Rahman, D.O., S.C. · Ophthalmology Physician
5457 N Broadway St(773) 409-4292Mount Sinai Community Foundation
4.5Mount Sinai Community Foundation · Ophthalmology Physician
1501 S California Ave(773) 257-6859David J Palmer, MD
4.5David J Palmer · Glaucoma Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician
259 E Erie St Suite 1520(312) 695-8150Monique A Anawis MD PC
4.5Monique A Anawis MD PC · Ophthalmology Physician
850 W Irving Park Rd(773) 975-6775Rukhsana Gohar Mirza, MD
4.5Rukhsana Gohar Mirza · Ophthalmology Physician
680 N Lake Shore Dr(312) 695-9797Caryn Orlin Kraff, MD
4.5Caryn Orlin Kraff · Ophthalmology Physician
25 E. Washington Street(312) 444-1111
Ophthalmologists in Chicago by insurance
These providers list this insurance as accepted, but coverage should be confirmed directly with the provider before booking.
Ophthalmologists in nearby cities
Same specialty in cities near Chicago — useful if your insurance network extends across the IL metro.
About finding an ophthalmologist in Chicago
Chicago has ophthalmologists practicing across hospital systems, group practices, and independent clinics, including Northwestern Medicine, Rush University Medical, Advocate Health. When choosing an ophthalmologist in Chicago, the three factors most patients care about are: insurance acceptance, distance from home or work, and patient reviews. Heallexa shows all three on every listing so you can compare without clicking back and forth.
Many Chicago ophthalmologists list major insurance plans including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Humana, and Medicare. Listings reflect what providers have indicated they accept — always confirm in-network status directly with the office before booking. Out-of-network visits can cost 3–5× more than in-network ones.
Common questions about ophthalmologists in Chicago
How do I find the highest-rated ophthalmologist in Chicago?+
Sort the list above by rating. Heallexa surfaces verified patient reviews alongside credentials so you can see whether a provider's strengths match what you actually need.
What if no Chicago ophthalmologists accept my insurance?+
Try the surrounding metro — IL insurance networks often extend across multiple cities. The nearby-cities links below open the same specialty in adjacent markets. Always confirm coverage directly with the provider.
Are walk-in visits available with Chicago ophthalmologists?+
Walk-ins are uncommon for most ophthalmologists. The "available today" filter shows providers with open same-day slots.
How often is this Chicago list updated?+
Heallexa refreshes provider data from public NPI records and license databases on a rolling basis. Listings that fall out of the active registry are removed automatically.