Summary

Dr. Andrea Birnbaum treats diabetes mellitus and diabetic retinopathy and performs eye exams, and also provides comprehensive medical and surgical eye care. She practices ophthalmology and has 21 years of experience. Dr. Birnbaum is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital and sees patients in Chicago, Illinois. She completed her residency and fellowship at the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago in 2009 and 2010, respectively.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3
  • 21 years of experience
  • 5 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Flexible scheduling

Office Location

Northwestern Medicine Department of Ophthalmology

259 E Erie St Lavin Family Pavilion, Ste 1520Chicago, IL 60611

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Andrea D. Birnbaum, MD, PhDDr. Sunil Raichand, MDDr. Ashley A RohrDr. Ahmed M Abdelsalam, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
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21 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Arabic, English, Spanish
Chicago , ILDowners Grove , ILChicago , ILChicago , IL
Med School: University of Illinois College of Medicine Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Alexandria
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Andrea D. Birnbaum

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • EmblemHealth
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare

Medical Specialties

Andrea D. Birnbaum has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Andrea D. Birnbaum has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Ophthalmologist
  • Sarcoidosis
  • Scleritis
  • Uveitis
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

21 Years Experience

Andrea D. Birnbaum holds an expired medical license in the state of Illinois.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Illinois that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago in 2010.

Residency

Completed their residency at University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago in 2009.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 2005 and University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine in 2005.

NPI Number

Andrea D. Birnbaum's NPI number is 1912171364.

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