3.3
9 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Wendewessen Amde is an ophthalmologist who graduated from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. With two decades of clinical experience, he specializes in comprehensive eye care with particular expertise in retinal conditions. Dr. Amde speaks Amharic, English, and Spanish, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations.
Dr. Amde practices at multiple locations throughout the Chicago area, including Sycamore, Stickney, Chicago, and Berwyn, with hospital privileges at Macneal Hospital. He focuses on treating serious eye conditions such as diabetic retinopathy and age-related macular degeneration. His clinical expertise includes advanced diagnostic procedures like retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography, as well as specialized treatments including anti-VEGF therapy for retinal disorders. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.
Dr. Amde practices at multiple locations throughout the Chicago area, including Sycamore, Stickney, Chicago, and Berwyn, with hospital privileges at Macneal Hospital. He focuses on treating serious eye conditions such as diabetic retinopathy and age-related macular degeneration. His clinical expertise includes advanced diagnostic procedures like retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography, as well as specialized treatments including anti-VEGF therapy for retinal disorders. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 20 years of experience
- speaks Amharic, English, Spanish
- UCLA School of Medicine
- 1 written review
- 1 specialty
- 10 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 7 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. Wendewessen Amde has 7 locationsHauser Ross Eye Institute
1630 Gateway DrSycamore, IL 60178 Tel: (800) 243-2587
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed3:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Chicago Eye Consultants
4401 S Harlem AveStickney, IL 60402 Tel: (708) 788-3400
Mon8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Hauser-Ross Ambulatory Surgical Center
2515 Klein RdSycamore, IL 60178 Tel: (815) 756-8571
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 - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Chicagoland Retinal Consultants Llc
5215 N California Ave Ste F801Chicago, IL 60625 Tel: (773) 561-5100
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 - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Chicago Eye Consultants
4401 S Harlem Ave Ste 100Stickney, IL 60402Mon8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. Wendewessen Amde, MD | Dr. Anjali S Hawkins, MD | Dr. Jeffrey Roy Haag, MD | Dr. Jon Paul Gieser, MD |
| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 20 Years of Experience | 30 Years of Experience | 47 Years of Experience | 37 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Amharic, English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish |
| Sycamore , IL | Geneva , IL | Wheaton , IL | Naperville , IL |
| Med School: UCLA School of Medicine | Med School: Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences | Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University | Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Wendewessen Amde
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Wendewessen Amde has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Wendewessen Amde has the following 10 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
20 Years Experience
Dr. Wendewessen Amde 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
Medical School
Graduated from UCLA School of Medicine and David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla in 2006.
NPI Number
Dr. Amde's NPI number is 1386837474.
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- Dr. Wendewessen Amde is affiliated with Macneal Hospital.
- Where is Dr. Wendewessen Amde's office located?
- Dr. Wendewessen Amde's office is located at 1630 Gateway Dr, Sycamore, IL, 60178.
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