Summary

Dr. Walter Fried is an ophthalmologist with 53 years of experience treating eye conditions and vision problems. He earned his medical degree from the University of Miami Leonard M Miller School of Medicine, building a distinguished career focused on comprehensive eye care. Dr. Fried speaks Spanish and Polish, helping him connect with patients from diverse backgrounds.

Dr. Fried practices at Kirk Eye Center locations in Gurnee and River Forest, Illinois, and maintains an affiliation with Lake Behavioral Hospital. He specializes in treating age-related macular degeneration and dry eye conditions. His expertise includes performing retinal imaging, optical coherence tomography, and comprehensive eye examinations to diagnose and monitor various eye conditions. Patients have rated Dr. Fried 4.3 out of 5 stars on average for his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 53 years of experience
  • 8 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Polish
  • University Of Miami Leonard M Miller School Of Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Walter Isaac Fried has 2 locations

Kirk Eye Center

3477 Grand AveGurnee, IL 60031
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 3:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Kirk Eye Center

7427 Lake StRiver Forest, IL 60305
Mon8:30 am - 7:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 6:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 3:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 6:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 1:00 pm
SunClosed

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53 Years of Experience 51 Years of Experience 67 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Polish Speaks English
Gurnee , ILDes Plaines , ILChicago , ILBuffalo Grove , IL
Med School: University Of Miami Leonard M Miller School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine Med School: Renaissance School Of Medicine At Stony Brook University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Walter Isaac Fried

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Walter Isaac Fried has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Walter Isaac Fried has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

53 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Miami Leonard M Miller School Of MedicineGraduated in 1973

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Dr. Walter Fried speaks Spanish and Polish.

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