Dr. Kenneth V. Melchionna, DO | Crystal Lake, IL | Ophthalmologist

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Dr. Kenneth Melchionna treats glaucoma, open-angle glaucoma, and cataracts, and performs eye exams, retinal imaging, and vision tests. He has practiced ophthalmology for 36 years and is affiliated with Advocate Sherman Hospital and Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital.

He completed his residency at Alton Ochsner Medical Foundation and sees patients in Crystal Lake and West Dundee, Illinois. Dr. Melchionna speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Melchionna 4.47 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

accepting new patients
4.5

17 Ratings
36 years of experience
speaks English, Spanish
Alton Ochsner Medical Foundation
8 written reviews
1 specialty
10 areas of expertise
2 hospital affiliations
3 office locations
Male

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

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Dr. Melchionna's Ratings and Reviews

4.5

17 Ratings with 8 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 18 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (8) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Had a good bedside manner: (8) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Spent time with me: (7) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (7) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Flexible scheduling: (8) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
Staff was courteous: No Ratings

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Would not allow me to speak or explain anything, did not test my near vision, put me on six different eye drops at once, didn’t want to deal with reading my medical history, was rude to my doctor, and lied to me about what my doctor told him. He gave me a completely wrong prescription. My current prescription is -11.50 and -9.50 with +2.50 for both eyes. He tried prescribing me -1.00 and -3.00 so I can walk around blind. He didn’t care to listen to me or about my health. He spoke over me and just went ahead without me being able to get a word in.

February 1st, 2020

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Dr. Melchionna is a thorough, competent doctor who works hard to get the best results for his patients. However, he gets impatient when asked to explain and has no time for questions.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

May 23rd, 2019

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Dr. Melchionna is competent and thorough. He is intensely concerned with his patient's eyes. However, he is not good at explaining nor is he patient with questions.

May 21st, 2019

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Dr. Melchionna is competent and thorough. He is intensely concerned with his patient's eyes. However, he is not good at explaining nor is he patient with questions.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

May 21st, 2019

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Dr Melchionna is a compassionate professional who gives his patience the kind of care he would give his own family. He is thorough and waste no time but will listen to what ever you have to say. I look forward to my check ups with him.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

February 10th, 2019

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My father, step-mother and Uncle have all seen Dr. Melchionna and been very pleased. He seems to stay on time and we were out pretty fast. Great doctor, great staff, great office!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

January 31st, 2019

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I was referred to Dr. Melchionna by my neighbor who has been going to Simpson Eye forever. Dr. Melchionna was very professional and did a great eye exam. The office staff was nice and treated me well. I would definitely go back!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

September 26th, 2016

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My first visit I received a flower from him. I then needed a laser procedure at which he made me feel very comfortable and unafraid. Had me laughing. He is very professional and concentrates on his work so therefore there's not a lot of time to chat. I have highly recommended him to several people. I cannot understand all the negative comments about this Dr. My visits with him are either in Crystal Lake or Huntley. There had been no need to follow up. I do not like the lady that fits me for new frames.

Did Well

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

Needs Improvement

Provided follow-up after the visit

April 1st, 2014

Simpson Eye Care

730 E Terra Cotta Ave Ste 2bCrystal Lake, IL 60014

Tel: (815) 455-0212

MonClosed

TueClosed

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital

4201 W Medical Center DrMchenry, IL 60050

Tel: (815) 344-5000

Simpson Eye Care

650 Spring Hill Ring Rd Ste 2020West Dundee, IL 60118

Tel: (847) 426-0227

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

Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm

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Dr. Kenneth V Melchionna, DO	Dr. John Walter Winkler, MD	Dr. Daniel Philip Owens, MD	Dr. Thao Nguyen Tran, MD
Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology
Accepts New Patients		Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.5 (17 Ratings)	3.7 (16 Ratings)	4.1 (13 Ratings)	4.5 (15 Ratings)
36 Years of Experience	47 Years of Experience	21 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, Spanish	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks Chinese, Spanish
Crystal Lake , IL	Des Plaines , IL	Lombard , IL	Kenosha , WI
Med School: Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med	Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School	Med School: Baylor College Of Medicine
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Accepts Medicare
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Ophthalmology

Blindness
Cataract
Diabetic Retinopathy
Eye Exam
Eye Pain
Glaucoma
Lasik Surgery
Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
Macular Degeneration
Vision Issues

Dr. Kenneth V Melchionna holds an expired medical license in the state of Illinois.

Medical License

Position	State	Year	Status
Doctor Of Osteopathy	Illinois	2026	Expired

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Alton Ochsner Medical Foundation.

Medical School

Graduated from Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med in 1990.

NPI Number

Dr. Melchionna's NPI number is 1982660866.

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Where is Dr. Kenneth Melchionna's office located?: Dr. Kenneth Melchionna's office is located at 730 E Terra Cotta Ave Ste 2b, Crystal Lake, IL, 60014.

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