Testimonials
“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 called for an appointment for what I thought was a serious problem. I had an appointment in 1.25 hours from that call. I was examined and told what the problem was. It was not serious but the office put my mind at ease. Everyone I dealt with there was kind and considerate, especially Dr. Cohen.”
“Based on my symptoms I was advised to come in sooner rather than later. I was surprised by how quick they were able to get me in that same day. Staff was very welcoming and helpful during the whole process. Dr Raiji was very kind and a great job at explaining what was the cause of my symptoms.”
“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.”
“I have such peace of mind knowing my eye sight is in tremendous hands with Dr. Saberwahl and his Team! I appreciate you all seeing me every six months as you just never know given that I've had a retina problem in the past. It is wonderful to know I can keep on top of my condition with this great Team!”
“Dr Raiji has been on my vision journey for a number of months. She is brilliant. We have worked thru many approaches and seemed to find the right path for my rare eye issues. I am grateful for to her profession.”
“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"”
“My visit was great. I did not have to wait long and the exam was efficient. Was glad I was given a good report. I always feel like a very thorough examination takes place when I am seen at their office.”
“I have been totally satisfied with Dr. Hasan for many years. He is extremely nice, personable and efficient. He is an expert in his field and it shows every visit. I would not hesitate to recccommend him to any friends or family. I simply cannot say enough about him. He has been wonderful to have with this very serious eye condition I have. I totally trust him in every way.”
“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”
“Shortly after arriving I was checked in and proceeded to wait to be called. Within 5 minutes I was called back to begin the examination process. I moved quickly from one station to the other. Dr. Lee gave me a thorough exam and then I was on my way. I was happy with my experience.”
“It is always a pleasure to visit Dr. Cohen's office. The help is great and and they are very courteous. From the front desk to Victor in the back. Dr. Cohen has a great personality and I feels that he worries about every patient who comes through his door. I feel like he is family.”
“The front desk was welcoming, friendly and helpful. The inside staff was comforting and knowledgeable. The doctor was professional, patient and amazing. I was scared because I’ve never had this type of surgery. But the whole office vibe made me secure. Everything was in order nothing chaotic which instilled confidence in me being there and with my procedure.”
“Dr. Raiji and her staff are very professional I recommend her and her staff to other people that have the same problem I have I trust her judgment totally. I grateful to God for in trust my decision to follow her I thank you Dr. Raiji for all that you do for me. I haven’t been coming long enough to see if there is room for improvement. Good job Dr. a Staff. Thank You”
“Dr. Pollack made himself available for a last minute appointment. Felt very cared for and made us feel like we were in very competent hands. Illinois Retina Assoc. is very professional and so extremely competent. Thank you.”
“The office is run very efficiently and staff very friendly and helpful! The wait time is usually pretty good! I appreciate this as I get a ride from Orland senior transportation and they are on a schedule so it is important that I get through in the time they have allocated for me!”
“I can’t think of a way that you could be better. My husband and I felt so impressed with the service I received. Dr. Ravage took time to answer my questions. Later when I had trouble filling the eye drop prescription Chris quickly found them for me. I truly appreciate everyone on the team.”
“No improvement whatsoever! First the office staff and medical assistants, technicians make you feel so at ease, comfortable in what can be a tense, nerve wracking office visit, LOL Dr. Chatuverdi himself is absolutely fablulous. Thank you for the wonderful treatment and service!!!”
“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’ve been seeing Dr. Rezaei since 2022. I was in hysterics about my vision, but everyone in the office help me relax, all my questions were answered and he reassured me as long as I followed his instructions. He made it clear if I had any concerns to call the office.”
“My thanks to Dr. Ravage and his staff. My first surprise was when checking in and barely sitting down when my name was called. This staff was so efficient and good at what they do and communicating each step in the process. Dr. Ravage took over after the information gathering and tests were completed. he further checked my eyes, reviewed the test results and clearly and thoroughly discussed this with me. I was very happy to have gone there.”
“As always, l only had a short wait time before l was taken in to be prepared for my eye treatment. I am impressed with the professionalism of the check-in staff and Dr. Ramon Lee's warm greeting and speedy treatment, the dreaded eye-shot, Dr. Lee is so quick giving the treatment, it's amazing. THANKS, lllinois Retina and Dr. Lee.”
“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.”