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Summary
Dr. Sarwar Zahid is an ophthalmologist who specializes in treating diseases and conditions affecting the retina. He earned his medical degree from the University of Michigan Medical School and completed his residency training at Henry Ford Health System. Dr. Zahid furthered his expertise through fellowship training at the University of Illinois at Chicago, giving him 13 years of experience in eye care. He is fluent in English, Spanish, Hindi, and Urdu.
Dr. Zahid practices at multiple locations throughout Illinois, including Niles, Crystal Lake, Hoffman Estates, Chicago, Huntley, and Gurnee, as well as Forest Hills, New York. He is affiliated with Bellevue Hospital and focuses on treating diabetic eye disease and diabetic retinopathy. His practice includes managing posterior vitreous detachment and performing comprehensive eye exams. Dr. Zahid uses advanced diagnostic tools such as retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to evaluate and monitor his patients' eye health.
Dr. Zahid practices at multiple locations throughout Illinois, including Niles, Crystal Lake, Hoffman Estates, Chicago, Huntley, and Gurnee, as well as Forest Hills, New York. He is affiliated with Bellevue Hospital and focuses on treating diabetic eye disease and diabetic retinopathy. His practice includes managing posterior vitreous detachment and performing comprehensive eye exams. Dr. Zahid uses advanced diagnostic tools such as retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to evaluate and monitor his patients' eye health.
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Quick Facts
- 13 years of experience
- 79 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Spanish, Hindi, Urdu
- University of Illinois at Chicago
- 1 specialty
- 9 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 7 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Sarwar Zahid has 7 locationsRetina Institute of Illinois
8780 W Golf Rd Ste 304Niles, IL 60714 Tel: (847) 297-8900
Mon9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Retina Institute of Illinois
820 E Terra Cotta Ave Ste 247Crystal Lake, IL 60014 Tel: (815) 788-1000
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Retina Institute of Illinois
1585 Barrington Rd Ste 404Hoffman Estates, IL 60169 Tel: (847) 843-4100
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Retina Institute of Illinois
2326 W Foster Ave Ste 100Chicago, IL 60625 Tel: (773) 784-9400
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Retina Institute of Illinois
36100 N Brookside Dr Ste 206Gurnee, IL 60031 Tel: (847) 855-2500
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Empire State Retina
11821 Queens Blvd Ste 314Forest Hills, NY 11375 Tel: (917) 719-0312
Mon8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. Sarwar Zahid, MD | Dr. Sunil Raichand, MD | Dr. Ahmed M Abdelsalam, MD | Dr. Patricia Louise Davis, MD |
| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 13 Years of Experience | 39 Years of Experience | ||
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish, Hindi, Urdu | Speaks English | Speaks Spanish, Arabic, English | Speaks English, Spanish |
| Niles , IL | Downers Grove , IL | Chicago , IL | Lisle , IL |
| Med School: University of Michigan | Med School: University Of Alexandria | Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Sarwar Zahid
Medical Specialties
Dr. Sarwar Zahid has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Sarwar Zahid has the following 9 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
13 Years Experience
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Fellowship
University of Illinois at Chicago
Residency
Henry Ford Health System
Medical School
University of Michigan
University Of Michigan Medical SchoolGraduated in 2013
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- Dr. Sarwar Zahid's office is located at 8780 W Golf Rd Ste 304, Niles, IL, 60714.
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- Dr. Sarwar Zahid is affiliated with Bellevue Hospital.
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