Summary

Dr. Craig Gerstein treats keratoconjunctivitis sicca, dry eyes, and cataracts, and performs eye exams, retinal imaging, and ophthalmoscopy. He practices ophthalmology and has 29 years of experience. Dr. Gerstein is affiliated with Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center and Highland Park Hospital, with locations in Chicago and Highland Park, Illinois. He completed his residency at McGaw Medical Center and speaks Arabic, English, Polish, and Spanish.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 29 years of experience
  • speaks Arabic, English, Polish, Spanish
  • Mcgaw Medical Center
  • 6 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Craig Howard Gerstein has 3 locations

Highland Park Hospital

777 Park Ave WHighland Park, IL 60035

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Dr. Craig Howard Gerstein, MDDr. Ashley A RohrDr. Sunil Raichand, MDDr. Ahmed M Abdelsalam, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.3 
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3.7 
3.3 
29 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Arabic, English, Polish, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Arabic, English, Spanish
Chicago , ILChicago , ILDowners Grove , ILChicago , IL
Med School: Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Alexandria
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Craig Howard Gerstein has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Craig Howard Gerstein has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetes
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Endocrinology
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Refractive Surgical Procedures
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

29 Years Experience

Dr. Craig Howard Gerstein 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

Residency

Completed their residency at Mcgaw Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences in 1997.

NPI Number

Dr. Gerstein's NPI number is 1083712681.

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Dr. Craig Gerstein is affiliated with Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center and Highland Park Hospital.
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Where is Dr. Craig Gerstein's office located?
Dr. Craig Gerstein's office is located at 836 W Wellington Ave, Chicago, IL, 60657.

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