Summary

Dr. Ankit Desai is an ophthalmologist who specializes in treating complex retinal conditions. He earned his medical degree from Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science and completed his residency at Saint Louis University Medical Center. With 16 years of experience in eye care, Dr. Desai provides comprehensive treatment for patients with serious vision concerns. 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. His expertise focuses on age-related macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy, conditions that can significantly impact vision if left untreated. He performs advanced diagnostic procedures including retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to carefully evaluate eye health. Patients consistently rate his care highly, giving him an average score of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 16 years of experience
  • 51 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Saint Louis University Medical Center
  • 134 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Windy City Retina

15905 S Frederick St Ste 105Plainfield, IL 60586

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.7 
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16 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience 32 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Plainfield , ILDowners Grove , ILLisle , ILAurora , IL
Med School: Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania Med School: Harvard Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ankit Desai

  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Advocate Health Care
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - POS
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Ascension Health
  • Ascension Health - PPO
  • Assurant Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - HMO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Devoted Health
  • ESSENCE Healthcare
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • GEHA
  • Health Alliance
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - IPA
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - HMO
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Zing Health
  • Zing Health - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ankit Desai has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ankit Desai has the following 9 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

16 Years Experience

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Ankit Desai accepting new patients?
Dr. Ankit Desai has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Ankit Desai accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Ankit Desai affiliated with?
Dr. Ankit Desai is affiliated with Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital.
Where is Dr. Ankit Desai's office located?
Dr. Ankit Desai's office is located at 15905 S Frederick St Ste 105, Plainfield, IL, 60586.
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