Summary

Dr. Gary Finkelstein has practiced ophthalmology for 44 years and is affiliated with Illinois Valley Community Hospital. He completed his residency at Louis A. Weiss Memorial Hospital and trained at Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University. He sees patients in Ottawa and Streator, Illinois, and speaks French and Spanish.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 2.7
  • 44 years of experience
  • 11 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks French, Spanish
  • Louis A Weiss Memorial Hospital
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Gary Richard Finkelstein has 2 locations

Osf Saint Elizabeth Medical Center

1100 E Norris DrOttawa, IL 61350

Finkelstein Eye Associates

1020 W Elm StStreator, IL 61364
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

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Dr. Gary Richard Finkelstein, MDDr. Michael S Grossman, MDDr. Eligijus Pranas Lelis, MDDr. Majid Rassouli, DO
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
2.7 
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3.5 
4.1 
44 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks French, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Ottawa , ILPeru , ILMorris , ILJoliet , IL
Med School: Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine Med School: Michigan State University College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Gary Richard Finkelstein

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Gary Richard Finkelstein has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Gary Richard Finkelstein has the following 10 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

44 Years Experience

Dr. Gary Richard Finkelstein 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 Louis A Weiss Memorial Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences in 1982.

NPI Number

Dr. Finkelstein's NPI number is 1962475939.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Gary Finkelstein accept my insurance?
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Dr. Gary Finkelstein has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. Gary Finkelstein affiliated with?
Dr. Gary Finkelstein is affiliated with Illinois Valley Community Hospital.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Gary Finkelstein?
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Where is Dr. Gary Finkelstein's office located?
Dr. Gary Finkelstein's office is located at 1100 E Norris Dr, Ottawa, IL, 61350.

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