3.8
18 Ratings with 9 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. David Palmer is an ophthalmologist with 46 years of experience treating eye conditions and vision disorders. He earned his medical degree from the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago in 1984. Dr. Palmer further specialized his training through a fellowship at Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary at Harvard Medical School in 1985. He communicates with patients in both English and Spanish.
Dr. Palmer practices at Northwestern Medicine Primary & Specialty Care in Evanston, Illinois, and maintains hospital privileges at Endeavor Health Skokie Hospital. His clinical focus includes managing diabetes-related eye complications and providing glaucoma laser treatments. Dr. Palmer performs comprehensive vision tests, visual field testing, and dilated eye exams to evaluate and monitor his patients' eye health. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
Dr. Palmer practices at Northwestern Medicine Primary & Specialty Care in Evanston, Illinois, and maintains hospital privileges at Endeavor Health Skokie Hospital. His clinical focus includes managing diabetes-related eye complications and providing glaucoma laser treatments. Dr. Palmer performs comprehensive vision tests, visual field testing, and dilated eye exams to evaluate and monitor his patients' eye health. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 46 years of experience
- 13 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Spanish
- Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary/Harvard Medical School
- 9 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 15 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
Northwestern Medicine Primary & Specialty Care Evanston
1630 Sherman Ave Ste 100Evanston, IL 60201 Tel: (847) 535-7647
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| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 46 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 Arabic, English, Spanish | Speaks English |
| Evanston , IL | Chicago , IL | Chicago , IL | Downers Grove , IL |
| Med School: University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine | Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Alexandria | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by David J. Palmer
Medical Specialties
David J. Palmer has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
David J. Palmer has the following 15 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
46 Years Experience
David J. Palmer 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
Fellowship
Completed their fellowship at Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary/Harvard Medical School in 1985.
Residency
Completed their residency at University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago in 1984.
Medical School
Graduated from University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine in 1980.
NPI Number
David J. Palmer's NPI number is 1245215060.
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- David Palmer speaks English and Spanish.
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- Which hospitals is David Palmer affiliated with?
- David Palmer is affiliated with Endeavor Health Skokie Hospital.
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