Testimonials
“Always very professional with a great staff that seems to love what they do. Always leave my appointment knowing that I’ve chosen the best Doctor and staff.”
“Great experience starting with the women at the front desk to each of the PAs to the wonderful personal attention given by Dr. Sabherwal.”
“Everything was good. I've been seeing a doctor for this for months. In my first experience I felt like I learned more and everything was handled very kind and professionally.”
“They say to allow 2-3 hours for my visit, but it's always much less time to finish the procedure. This time, as always, we were finished in less than an hour. Dr. Chaturvedi and his entire staff function smoothly and efficiently -- providing a pleasant experience every time.”
“The whole staff was professional and kind. Dr. Shepherd explained everything to me and as busy as she was, she did not rush my appointment. I was very pleased with my experience.”
“I had a great experience at Illinois Retina Associates, specifically at their Skokie location. From coordinating with my healthcare network to scheduling the appointment, the staff made everything easy and efficient. When my network failed twice to send over my medical notes, Emmaline not only kept me informed but also patiently helped me navigate how to copy and submit them myself. That kind of support made a stressful situation much easier. The reception team, support staff, and doctors were all incredibly thoughtful and helpful. It’s clear they are a well-organized, experienced team that works smoothly together. Dr. Jack Cohen, in particular, treated me with great care and took the time to thoroughly answer my questions. He helped alleviate many of my concerns with kindness and clarity. Although this was a one-time visit for me, my mother-in-law has had multiple appointments here. They always manage to keep her moving during her visits, which means she doesn’t even have time to complain. That’s a win in my book. We’ve only visited the Skokie office so far, but I live near their Libertyville location, which gives me flexibility for future appointments. They also have a Chicago office, which adds to their accessibility across the area.
I highly recommend Illinois Retina Associates.”
“Dr. Raiji-A very professional Dr with good wisdom. Had a great professional staff -they worked very well together as a team!!! Can’t wait to resolve my eye issues I know they do it! They are the best! She is the queen bee!!!!🐝”
“Dr. Hasan was very friendly. I was nervous about what could be going on with my eyes but he came in and instantly made me feel more relaxed.”
“Dr. Sabherwal was very thorough, listened to everything regarding my issues, took time explaining many details and connecting the dots involving my difficult case. Very pleased I saw him.”
“The staff was professional and so nice! Dr. Lee was made me feel comfortable, very thorough, and informative.”
“Everyone was professional and very efficient and I have only positive things to write about my visit and experience.l'm very glad that I was seen by Dr. Civantos and the treatment that he recommended.”
“Every single staff remember at Illinois Retina Associates were amazing. Everyone was extremely helpful, friendly, and professional. This was our first time here, and we haven’t had such wonderful care from start to finish for a long time.”
“I was very impressed with all the staff and Dr. Feng's knowledge and examination of my problems. When Dr. was done, I left knowing I pick the best Doctor.”
“I could not ask for any better treatment than what I had the care and personal attention I received from when I entered the office untold I left I could not ask for any more attention and concern that Dr. Cohen showed he assured me that he had concern and care for condition Thank you for a very caring doctor he treats his patients as individuals and you couldn’t ask for better.”
“I had seen Dr Ravage about 5 years ago, he fit me in his busy schedule as I had flashing in my left eye. I was experiencing similar symptoms and again he fit me in his busy schedule. I can’t say enough good things about Dr Ravage, he’s thorough and he explains his findings well. I drive 45-60 minutes to the office and will do the same in the future. Thanks, Dr. Ravage and your staff for such a pleasant experience!!”
“Dr. Hasan was absolutely wonderful! I am a physician as well and I was greatly impressed by his knowledge and expertise as well as his ability to provide comprehensive and compassionate care. I have already recommended him to another person just after my first appointment with him today!”
“I recently moved from Chicago to Tennessee, and drove back to be treated at Illinois Retina. Worth the trip!”
“Everyone at that office is always pleasant and make you feel comfortable.. They explain every step along the way. Dr.. Rezaei is wonderful and always pleasant. I am very happy with the care he gives me and the other patients!”
“I was so happy to have doctor Jack Cohen for my eye. When I saw him for the first time I fell like I knew him for long time. The way he explained abut my eyes was clear and made me confident on him. This was first appointment with him and I have an appointment for my surgery and he asked when I want the surgery then he gave me the appointment the day I wanted. Overall I was happy.”
“Dear Dr. Veena Raiji, I lost your phone number! So I am reaching out the old fashioned way. As you know I have non-syndromic retinitis pigmentosa. Yet I am to pursue a career in ENT! Well, I have great news...I saw Dr. Rahmani (she reminds me of you :) and based on my visual fields, ERG, preliminary genetics testing (which you ordered) and overall clinical presentation, she says my phenotype is mild any significant visual impairment will occur on the order of decades, and my chance of going completely blind is <1%. Also, in 20 years the available treatment options will be plenty. So, she said go for ENT! I want to sincerely thank you for taking part in my car. This has been an emotional roller coaster. I questioned myself and my future. But this experience has prompted me to reflect on what it means to be a patient dealing with uncertainty, bouncing from doctor to doctor for workup/opinions. I hope this helps me develop into a more compassionate physician. I am grateful to have met you. Your kindness & compassion did make a difference.”
“From the moment I walked into the Skokie office, at the reception desk, all the technicians, and Dr. Ravage, I felt like they were treating my "whole person" not just an eye problem. Everyone displayed such courtesy, compassion, and professionalism. What a marvelous place. I called for an appointment, quite at the last minute, to get a 2nd opinion consultation on some necessary surgery. The staff found a date that worked for me and the appointment went well with very little waiting, even though the waiting room was quite busy.”
“Every appointment I have had has been perfect. I was taken on time and the testing before seeing Dr. Cohen was on time. There was little waiting. Dr. Cohen is wonderful.”
“The staff at the office is always courteous and professional. Dr. Minaker is very skillful and takes time to explain my medical condition. I am very grateful to be his patient.”
“Dr. Vivek is an unparalleled physician and I am grateful for his professionalism. My privilege to get to know him. Entire staff at Lincoln Park office is truly professional and caring people. Thank you.”
“Dearest Dr. Raiji, I am enjoying my new eyes!! Went to the Botanical Gardens recently and just loved the fact I am able to view the beautiful winter trees and curl up in a quiet corner with Wordsworth poetry in hand (and a good coffee). I love this place in the winter because it is quiet and an adventure getting here on the METRA! There are no words to express my gratitude for your help in giving me my sight back. I've been back in school with this doctoral experience and enjoying it very much now that I can read, highlight all my million books, and do research. I've also been painting again, although I am not very good at it, but one does not give up. It is the experience of the task that matters and if there is passion then enjoyment is in the heart. Thought about you when I visited the Art Institute and viewed Georgia O'Keefe photography exhibit. She was an amazing woman with the eyes of a genius. After my AIC visits I've been sitting in the back of a lecture room at the Chicago Psychoanalytic Institute on Michigan Ave sneaking in and listening to Freud lectures. All these MDs, PhDs wonder who I am, but now that I can see again I am going to apply as an "interested scholar" to study with them next year (my sneaking in days are over). They haven't tossed me out of the lectures yet! Next year I'm finishing all of Freud's writings, Darwin, Marx, Dante, Woolf, Quantum Physics, Turgenev and some other movers and shakers of genius. The physics is a bit challenging...Well, i wish you and your family a blessed, safe and tranquil holiday. "See" you soon! Your grateful patient"”
“I always have the most wonderful experience at your Skokie office . Everyone is so helpful and kind and so welcoming . Dr. Jack Cohen is the best Retina specialist in the country as far as I’m concerned , and has actually saved my eyesight …He genuinely cares about his patients and one can feel that as he explains and talks to you about your condition . Thank you for being such a wonderful practice . As far as I’m concerned there is no room for improvement ! You are all great”
“Doctor Pollack is tremendous. I have had complete confidence in him and his staff for many years. He has always recommended what he has thought was best for me.”
“Everything was perfect!!!! Caring staff. Very professional! Dr. Ravage is the best eye Doctor !!!!!!!! Can’t improve Excellence!!!!!!!!!”
“There’s nothing to improve. I was very impressed with all staff workers. We’re very kind and considerate.
Meeting Dr Rezaei for the first time I was nervous but he made you feel at ease. I would recommend him to my friends. Thank you”
“Dr. Ravage is a true professional. I have complete confidence in his treatment protocol. He is kind and understanding and above all, patient! Front office staff is efficient, polite and friendly. I am always handled quickly and kindly. Dr. Ravage's techs are an excellent addition to the staff. I hate naming names in fear I will omit someone. As an example, a young, vivacious young woman ministered to me in July and I couldn't catch her name. She was so interested in making me comfortable and was so nice. Chris and Diana are always so pleasant and answer my questions...they make the procedure run so smoothly. Dave, who takes the scans, is truly an asset to your company. He makes everyone feel so special, always has a friently word and really makes you feel that he cares. He is so accomodating to me and I have seen his interactions with all of your patients and he is so pleasant to everyone. Again, your staff makes an uneasy procedure more bearable.”
“I can only say and add that I am under the best treatment and observation of my eyes under Dr. MacCumber who is nationally recognized and acknowledged as expert in the medical and surgical treatments of eyes. With retina detachment and Retinal Tears in left eye and many retinal tears in right eye I am in best hands of Dr. MacCumber to look after my eye health. Doctors under training and supervision of Dr. MacCumber are also well trained along with other clinical staff members and office Sstaff members. All are good and delivering their best to eye patients who come at Illinois Retina Associates. My thanks to all working in Illinois Retina Associates.”