Dr. Ira Garoon, MD | Des Plaines, IL | Ophthalmology

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Dr. Ira Garoon specializes in ophthalmology with a focus on vitreo-retinal diseases. He earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine and completed his residency at Jackson Health System. With nearly five decades of practice experience, Dr. Garoon has developed extensive expertise in treating complex retinal conditions. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Garoon practices at multiple locations throughout the Chicago area, including Des Plaines, Park Ridge, Libertyville, and Lake Forest. His clinical expertise centers on treating age-related macular degeneration, retinal detachment, and diabetic retinopathy. He performs specialized procedures such as retinal imaging, optical coherence tomography, and anti-VEGF treatments to help preserve and restore vision. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars.

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accepting new patients
3.6

36 Ratings
49 years of experience
31 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
Jackson Health System
6 written reviews
1 specialty
11 areas of expertise
1 board certification
5 office locations
Male

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2-3 hour wait until you see the doctor.

March 31st, 2017

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He saved my vision by doing the surgery for me. I was not able to see from my right eye. He used gas bubble in my macular hole to able me to see again form that eye. there is no pain was involed either.Thank you

March 29th, 2012

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I will not be returning to this doctor. My appt was at 9am I arrived at 840 am and my examination did not start until 10. Yes I waited 1hr. While my eye test was being given it was going really slow. I glanced over in the dark and the woman giving me the test was texting and reading messages on her phone. When it came time to replace my contact lenses I was told to use the public washroom. I advised my opthamologist what occured and he is now refering me to a new doctor.

June 17th, 2011

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Had procedure this morning and wanted you to know that I was very pleased with the way I was treated by you and the staff.

May 27th, 2011

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Very caring and extremely knowledgeable. The best doctor in the Chicagoland area for treatment of eye disorders. Highly recommended.

March 16th, 2011

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i had an eye problem due to a poor surgery by another doctor. close to losing the eye but dr garoon saved my high. i highly recommend him

December 9th, 2010

Center For Vitreo-Retinal Diseases

9301 Golf Rd Ste 102Des Plaines, IL 60016

Tel: (847) 294-0080

Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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1000 N Westmoreland RdLake Forest, IL 60045

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Center For Vitreo Retinal Diseases

1880 W Winchester RdLibertyville, IL 60048

Tel: (847) 247-1164

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Dr. Ira Garoon, MD	Dr. Ahmed M Abdelsalam, MD	Dr. Sunil Raichand, MD	Dr. Patricia Louise Davis, MD
Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.6 (36 Ratings)	3.3 (4 Ratings)	3.7 (13 Ratings)	4.5 (75 Ratings)
49 Years of Experience			39 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks Spanish, Arabic, English	Speaks English	Speaks English, Spanish
Des Plaines , IL	Chicago , IL	Downers Grove , IL	Lisle , IL
Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Alexandria		Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania
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Ophthalmology

Blindness
Cataract
Diabetic Eye Disease (Diabetic Retinopathy)
Diabetic Retinopathy
Eye Exam
Eye Pain
Glaucoma
Lasik Surgery
Macular Degeneration
Retina Surgery
Vision Issues

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Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Jackson Health System

Medical School

University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of MedicineGraduated in 1977

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Where is Dr. Ira Garoon's office located?: Dr. Ira Garoon's office is located at 9301 Golf Rd Ste 102, Des Plaines, IL, 60016.
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