4.6
21 Ratings with 10 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Babu Ponakala specializes in ophthalmology, bringing nearly four decades of experience to eye care. He earned his medical degree from Bangalore Medical College at Bangalore University in India and completed his residency training at Cook County Hospital. With 37 years of dedicated practice in vision care, Dr. Ponakala is fluent in both English and Spanish.
Dr. Ponakala practices at Loretto Hospital in Chicago, Illinois, where he focuses on treating common but serious eye conditions. He provides comprehensive care for patients with cataracts and various forms of glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. His surgical expertise includes cataract surgery and intraocular lens implant procedures, along with thorough eye examinations to monitor and maintain patients' vision health. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.6 stars.
Dr. Ponakala practices at Loretto Hospital in Chicago, Illinois, where he focuses on treating common but serious eye conditions. He provides comprehensive care for patients with cataracts and various forms of glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. His surgical expertise includes cataract surgery and intraocular lens implant procedures, along with thorough eye examinations to monitor and maintain patients' vision health. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.6 stars.
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Quick Facts
- 37 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- Cook County Hospital
- 10 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 9 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
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| Dr. Babu Narayan Ponakala, MD | Dr. Sunil Raichand, MD | Dr. Ahmed M Abdelsalam, MD | Dr. Ashley A Rohr |
| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 37 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, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks Spanish, Arabic, English | Speaks English |
| Chicago , IL | Downers Grove , IL | Chicago , IL | Chicago , IL |
| Med School: Bangalore Med Coll Bangalore Univ Bangalore India | Med School: University Of Alexandria | Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine | |
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Medical Specialties
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Specialty Expertise
Dr. Babu Narayan Ponakala has the following 9 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
37 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Cook County Hospital
Medical School
Bangalore Med Coll Bangalore Univ Bangalore IndiaGraduated in 1989
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- Dr. Babu Ponakala is affiliated with Loretto Hospital.
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