Dr. Ankit Desai, MD | Plainfield, IL | Ophthalmologist

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Dr. Ankit Desai is an ophthalmologist who specializes in treating conditions affecting the retina and back of the eye. He earned his medical degree from Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, then completed his residency training at Saint Louis University Medical Center. With 16 years of experience in eye care, Dr. Desai provides comprehensive treatment for complex retinal disorders. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Desai practices at Windy City Retina in Plainfield, Illinois, and maintains hospital privileges at Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital. He focuses on treating age-related macular degeneration and posterior vitreous detachment, along with addressing concerns about eye floaters and flashes. His expertise includes advanced retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to diagnose eye conditions with precision. Patients consistently rate his care highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

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5

179 Ratings
16 years of experience
51 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
Saint Louis University Medical Center
136 written reviews
1 specialty
9 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Male

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

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Dr. Desai's Ratings and Reviews

5

179 Ratings with 136 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 11 Minutes

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Patients frequently praise Dr. Ankit Desai for his exceptional expertise, professionalism, and thoroughness, highlighting his ability to explain medical conditions and procedures clearly. They appreciate his caring demeanor, timely treatments, and the competent support from his friendly staff, often recommending him highly for eye care. While most experiences are positive, a few patients have mentioned experiencing longer wait times than expected. Overall, Dr. Desai's practice is characterized by a welcoming environment and advanced technology, contributing to highly satisfactory patient experiences.

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Dr. Desai took the time to listen to all of my concerns and never made me feel rushed. That meant a lot to me.

August 31st, 2026

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I was really worried about my retinal condition, but Dr. Desai made the entire experience much easier than I expected. I highly recommend him.

July 30th, 2026

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A well-structured process. Doctor Desai gave in-depth information and answered all questions. And his team explained it to me very well!!

June 26th, 2026

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Dr. Desai is not only a highly skilled physician but also incredibly friendly, making sure his patients feel completely at ease during their treatment or examination.

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Had a good bedside manner
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling
Staff was courteous

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May 29th, 2026

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Dr. Ankit Desai is highly qualified and very understanding of patient/family concerns! He is very thorough and explains things well. Son, at age 17, needed emergency surgery for a retinal detachment and preventative laser surgery in both eyes. Dr. Desai has done amazing work to save his eyesight. Grateful!

April 27th, 2026

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From my very first emergency visit with Dr. Desai and his team for a partial retinal tear, I was incredibly impressed by their compassion, professionalism, and efficiency. They addressed my issue promptly and effectively. I’m especially grateful to Dr. Desai for accommodating me with a late laser surgery, which was completed by 7 PM. I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Desai and his team to anyone facing retinal concerns!

March 20th, 2026

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Excellent service! He is highly skilled and professional. The staff is also caring and professional, and the facility is clean and efficiently managed.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

February 27th, 2026

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Dr. Desai explains the procedures, treatment and diagnosis very well. The entire staff is helpful, friendly, and professional. He is treated me for dry macular generation.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

February 6th, 2026

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Dr Desai is always thorough and timely. I have been going to him for about 7 years and am totally happy with his care.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

December 24th, 2025

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I totally trust my eyes with Dr. Desai along with all his staff.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

November 28th, 2025

Windy City Retina

15905 S Frederick St Ste 105Plainfield, IL 60586

Tel: (815) 714-9115


Dr. Ankit Desai, MD	Dr. Patricia Louise Davis, MD	Dr. Sunil Raichand, MD	Dr. Richard Brian Foulkes, MD
Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
5 (179 Ratings)	4.5 (75 Ratings)	3.7 (13 Ratings)	5 (26 Ratings)
16 Years of Experience	39 Years of Experience		37 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English	Speaks English, Spanish
Plainfield , IL	Lisle , IL	Downers Grove , IL	Lombard , IL
Med School: Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences	Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania		Med School: Rush Medical College Of Rush University Medical Center
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Ophthalmology

Blindness
Cataract
Diabetic Retinopathy
Eye Exam
Eye Pain
Glaucoma
Lasik Surgery
Macular Degeneration
Vision Issues

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Saint Louis University Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences in 2010.

NPI Number

Dr. Desai's NPI number is 1346553450.

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