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Expert Eye Care Services in Chicago
Eye Physicians & Surgeons of Chicago is committed to delivering the highest quality and most advanced eye care with respect and compassion. Our practice emphasizes expert technical attention combined with building relationships of confidence and trust between patients and doctors. We offer a comprehensive range of services designed to provide safe treatments that relieve symptoms and preserve vision and overall eye health. Our team prioritizes personalized care, utilizing cutting-edge techniques to address diverse eye conditions while maintaining a patient-centric approach.With decades of combined experience in ophthalmology, we ensure our patients receive reliable, evidence-based solutions tailored to their unique needs. Our commitment to transparency, ethical standards, and continuous professional development solidifies our position as a trusted leader in eye care services.
Services
Cataract Surgery
Cornea Surgery
Glaucoma Treatment
Diabetic Eye Care
Dry Eye Management
Eyelid Surgery
Refractive Surgery
Pterygium Surgery
Superficial Keratectomy
Ectropion Repair
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of combined experience in advanced ophthalmic care.
- Our surgeons utilize cutting-edge technology for precise diagnostics and treatments.
- We provide personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs.
- Our practice maintains affiliations with top-tier surgical centers in the region.
- We prioritize patient education to ensure informed decision-making about eye health.
Services
Cataract Surgery
Cataract surgery removes clouded natural lenses and replaces them with intraocular lenses. This outpatient procedure uses advanced phacoemulsification technology to restore clear vision. Patients receive personalized lens selection consultations to determine optimal monofocal or premium IOL options based on lifestyle needs and visual requirements.
Cornea Surgery
Corneal transplants restore vision through full or partial thickness cornea replacements. Our surgeons perform traditional penetrating keratoplasty and modern DSAEK procedures using donor tissue from certified eye banks. Post-operative care includes specialized steroid therapy to prevent rejection while maintaining corneal clarity and structural integrity.
Glaucoma Treatment
Comprehensive glaucoma care combines medicated eye drops, laser treatments, and surgical interventions to control intraocular pressure. We offer selective laser trabeculoplasty for open-angle glaucoma and laser peripheral iridotomy for angle-closure cases. Our approach focuses on preventing optic nerve damage through personalized treatment plans and regular monitoring.
Diabetic Eye Care
Specialized diabetic eye exams detect retinopathy, macular edema, and other diabetes-related conditions. We provide early intervention strategies including regular dilated eye exams, blood sugar management guidance, and advanced treatment options for proliferative retinopathy to prevent vision loss in diabetic patients.
Refractive Surgery
LASIK and PRK procedures correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism using excimer laser technology. Custom wavefront-guided treatments reshape corneal curvature for improved visual acuity. We offer complimentary consultations to determine candidacy and discuss lifestyle-appropriate vision correction options for long-term clarity.
Questions
What eye conditions do you specialize in treating?
We specialize in cataracts, glaucoma, diabetic eye disease, corneal disorders, and refractive errors. Our surgeons also perform eyelid surgeries and manage complex ocular conditions requiring specialized interventions.
Do you offer emergency eye care services?
While we don't provide 24/7 emergency care, we prioritize urgent cases during business hours and coordinate with local hospitals for after-hours ocular emergencies requiring immediate attention.
What should I bring to my first appointment?
Bring current medications list, insurance information, and any existing eyewear. Please arrive 15 minutes early to complete registration and allow extra time for potential pupil dilation during comprehensive exams.
Are premium intraocular lenses worth the investment?
Premium IOLs like multifocal or toric lenses can reduce dependence on glasses after cataract surgery. Our surgeons will discuss candidacy factors, lifestyle benefits, and cost considerations during your pre-operative consultation.
How often should I schedule eye exams?
Adults should have annual exams, while diabetics require more frequent monitoring. Patients with existing eye conditions may need quarterly check-ups to track progression and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
Reviews (3)
Andrew Granholm
Jun 25, 2021
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I had the great pleasure of having Nurse Mary and she was AMAZING! She explained every single exam to me, which put me at ease prior to being seen by the doctor. The experience was amazing and Dr. Barry Herst was also super knowledgeable and kind. I would highly recommend Eye Physicians & Surgeons of Chicago to all those that are seeking an Ophthalmologists in the Lakeview/LP area.
Sandra Feliciano
Dec 27, 2020
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I am so grateful to Dr. Herts in his staff. I am so happy I went here. They are very accommodating and professional.
Dave Cunniff
Nov 16, 2018
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The staff is very professional and friendly. I had 2 cataract surgeries performed by Dr. Barry Herst. There was no pain or discomfort. I am 68 years old and do not remember my sight ever having been this good. Who would ever think cataract surgery would be a good or pleasant experience? Dr. Herst and his staff made it so. Bravo!
