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Summary
Dr. Ahmad Aref is an ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive eye care with two decades of experience treating patients. He earned his medical degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and has dedicated his career to helping patients preserve and restore their vision. Dr. Aref is fluent in Spanish and Chinese, allowing him to serve diverse communities throughout the Chicago area.
Dr. Aref practices at University of Illinois Hospital and maintains offices throughout Chicago and Arlington Heights, Illinois. He focuses on treating glaucoma and open-angle glaucoma, conditions that can lead to vision loss if left untreated. His expertise includes cataract care and performing comprehensive eye exams and dilated eye exams to detect eye problems early. Dr. Aref also performs gonioscopy, a specialized procedure that helps evaluate the drainage system of the eye.
Dr. Aref practices at University of Illinois Hospital and maintains offices throughout Chicago and Arlington Heights, Illinois. He focuses on treating glaucoma and open-angle glaucoma, conditions that can lead to vision loss if left untreated. His expertise includes cataract care and performing comprehensive eye exams and dilated eye exams to detect eye problems early. Dr. Aref also performs gonioscopy, a specialized procedure that helps evaluate the drainage system of the eye.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 20 years of experience
- 20 insurance plans accepted
- speaks Spanish, Chinese
- Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine
- 1 specialty
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 7 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Ahmad Amr Aref has 7 locationsThe Eye And Ear Infirmary At Ui Health Glaucoma Clinic
1855 W Taylor St Ste 3171Chicago, IL 60612 Tel: (312) 996-7030
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Low Vision Rehabilitation
1855 W Taylor St Ste 1059Chicago, IL 60612 Tel: (312) 355-5220
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
Eye And Ear Infirmary
1855 W Taylor St Ste 3164Chicago, IL 60612 Tel: (312) 996-8937
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Arlington Eye Physicians Llc
1604 W Central RdArlington Heights, IL 60005 Tel: (847) 394-1414
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Arlington Eye Physicians Llc
5067 N Lincoln AveChicago, IL 60625Mon9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
ThuClosed
Fri9:00 am - 1:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Arlington Eye Physicians Llc
1555 N BARRINGTON RD STE 320HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60169Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. Ahmad Amr Aref, MD | Dr. Ahmed M Abdelsalam, MD | Dr. Ashley A Rohr | Dr. Patricia Louise Davis, MD |
| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 20 Years of Experience | 15 Years of Experience | 39 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Spanish, Chinese | Speaks Spanish, Arabic, English | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish |
| Chicago , IL | Chicago , IL | Chicago , IL | Lisle , IL |
| Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Alexandria | Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine | Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ahmad Amr Aref
Medical Specialties
Dr. Ahmad Amr Aref has the following specialty
Certifications, License, & Education
20 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
Northwestern University Feinberg School Of MedicineGraduated in 2006
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Dr. Ahmad Aref accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Ahmad Aref has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Where is Dr. Ahmad Aref's office located?
- Dr. Ahmad Aref's office is located at 1855 W Taylor St Ste 3171, Chicago, IL, 60612.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Ahmad Aref affiliated with?
- Dr. Ahmad Aref is affiliated with University Of Illinois Hospital.
- What languages does Dr. Ahmad Aref speak?
- Dr. Ahmad Aref speaks Spanish and Chinese.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ahmad Aref?
- You can find contact information for Dr. Ahmad Aref here on Vitals.
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