4.7
98 Ratings with 80 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Christopher Pelzek treats diabetic eye disease, diabetic retinopathy, and age-related macular degeneration, and performs retinal imaging, optical coherence tomography, and ophthalmoscopy. He practices ophthalmology and has 30 years of experience. He is affiliated with Prime Healthcare Saint Joseph Medical Center Joliet.
Dr. Pelzek earned his medical degree from the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine & Public Health and completed his residency at Aurora Health Care. He sees patients in Joliet and Oak Lawn, Illinois, and in Merrillville, Munster, Michigan City, and Valparaiso, Indiana. He speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Pelzek 4.68 out of 5.
Dr. Pelzek earned his medical degree from the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine & Public Health and completed his residency at Aurora Health Care. He sees patients in Joliet and Oak Lawn, Illinois, and in Merrillville, Munster, Michigan City, and Valparaiso, Indiana. He speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Pelzek 4.68 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 30 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- Aurora Health Care
- 80 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 12 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 8 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Christopher David Pelzek has 8 locationsRetina Vitreous Associates
8679 Connecticut St Ste AMerrillville, IN 46410Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Retina Vitreous Associates Joliet Office
963 N 129th Infantry Dr Ste 130Joliet, IL 60435 Tel: (815) 744-1812
Mon7:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 8:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 8:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Retina Vitreous Associates Oak Lawn Office
4930 W 95th StOak Lawn, IL 60453 Tel: (708) 424-8855
Mon7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 7:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Retina Vitreous Associates
931 Ridge Rd Ste HMunster, IN 46321 Tel: (219) 836-4110
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 - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Retina Vitreous Associates
2000 Franklin St Ste AMichigan City, IN 46360 Tel: (219) 872-4445
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Retina Vitreous Associates
15255 S 94th Ave Ste 202Orland Park, IL 60462 Tel: (708) 424-8855
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Retina Vitreous Associates
4400 N Calumet Ave Ste 100Valparaiso, IN 46383 Tel: (219) 242-8221
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. Christopher David Pelzek, MD | Dr. Robert James Heidenry, MD | Dr. William Aloysius Scanlon, MD | Dr. John Nagle Hackett, MD |
| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 30 Years of Experience | |||
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | |||
| Joliet , IL | Hazel Crest , IL | Aurora , IL | La Grange , IL |
| Med School: University Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine & Public Health | |||
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Christopher David Pelzek
Medical Specialties
Dr. Christopher David Pelzek has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Christopher David Pelzek has the following 12 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
30 Years Experience
Dr. Christopher David Pelzek holds expired and active medical licenses in the states of Illinois and Indiana.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Illinois that expired in 2026 and an active medical license in the state of Indiana that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Aurora Health Care.
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine & Public Health in 1996.
NPI Number
Dr. Pelzek's NPI number is 1669475281.
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- Dr. Christopher Pelzek is affiliated with Prime Healthcare Saint Joseph Medical Center Joliet.
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- Dr. Christopher Pelzek's office is located at 8679 Connecticut St Ste A, Merrillville, IN, 46410.
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