Summary

Dr. Edward Yavitz is an ophthalmologist who has dedicated nearly five decades to caring for patients with eye conditions. He earned his medical degree from Harvard Medical School and completed his undergraduate studies at Haverford College. His comprehensive training included an internship at Newton-Wellesley Hospital, followed by residency training at both Newton Wellesley Hospital and the University of California-San Francisco. With 49 years of clinical experience, Dr. Yavitz is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Yavitz practices at multiple locations throughout Illinois, including Elmhurst, Naperville, South Barrington, Lincolnwood, and Rockford, with hospital privileges at OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center. He specializes in treating conditions such as posterior vitreous detachment and dry eyes. His expertise includes performing advanced diagnostic procedures like retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography, as well as therapeutic treatments such as YAG laser capsulotomy. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.2
  • 49 years of experience
  • 33 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • University of California-San Francisco
  • 16 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Edward Q Yavitz has 5 locations

Kovach Eye Institute Ltd

152 N Addison AveElmhurst, IL 60126
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Kovach Eye Institute

1960 Springbrook Square Dr Ste 110Naperville, IL 60564
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

Kovach Eye Institute

100 W Higgins Rd ste H-35South Barrington, IL 60010
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

Kovach Eye Institute

7250 N Cicero Ave Ste 120Lincolnwood, IL 60712
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
WedClosed
ThuClosed
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Edward Q Yavitz, MDDr. Patricia Louise Davis, MDDr. Ashley A RohrDr. Sunil Raichand, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.2 
4.5 
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49 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
Elmhurst , ILLisle , ILChicago , ILDowners Grove , IL
Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Edward Q Yavitz

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Assurant Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • ESSENCE Healthcare
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • Health Alliance
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Humana
  • IU Health Plans (Indiana University Health)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan
  • Meridian Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • North Shore LIJ CareConnect
  • North Shore LIJ CareConnect - IPA
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Edward Q Yavitz has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Edward Q Yavitz has the following 10 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

49 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University of California-San Francisco
Newton Wellesley Hospital

Internship

Newton-Wellsley, Harvard University

Medical School

Harvard Medical SchoolGraduated in 1977

University

Haverford College

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Edward Yavitz accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Edward Yavitz has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Edward Yavitz speak?
Dr. Edward Yavitz speaks Spanish and English.
Where is Dr. Edward Yavitz's office located?
Dr. Edward Yavitz's office is located at 152 N Addison Ave, Elmhurst, IL, 60126.
Which hospitals is Dr. Edward Yavitz affiliated with?
Dr. Edward Yavitz is affiliated with Osf Saint Anthony Medical Center.
Does Dr. Edward Yavitz accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Edward Yavitz accepts on their Vitals profile.

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