4.8
5 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. James Katz is an ophthalmologist with 35 years of experience specializing in comprehensive eye care. He earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System. Dr. Katz speaks multiple languages including German, Spanish, English, Russian, and Polish to better serve his diverse patient community.
Dr. Katz practices at The Midwest Center For Sight in Des Plaines and maintains an affiliation with Advocate Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge. He focuses on treating cataracts and various forms of glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. His expertise includes performing comprehensive eye exams, cataract surgery, and intraocular lens implant procedures. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.8 out of 5.
Dr. Katz practices at The Midwest Center For Sight in Des Plaines and maintains an affiliation with Advocate Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge. He focuses on treating cataracts and various forms of glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. His expertise includes performing comprehensive eye exams, cataract surgery, and intraocular lens implant procedures. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.8 out of 5.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 35 years of experience
- speaks German, Spanish, English, Russian, Polish
- University Of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System
- 1 written review
- 1 specialty
- 16 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 2 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. James Alan Katz has 2 locationsThe Midwest Center For Sight
8901 Golf Rd Ste 300Des Plaines, IL 60016 Tel: (847) 824-3127
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
Sat8:00 am - 11:00 am
SunClosed
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| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 35 Years of Experience | 39 Years of Experience | ||
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks German, Spanish, English, Russian, Polish | Speaks Spanish, Arabic, English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English |
| Des Plaines , IL | Chicago , IL | Lisle , IL | Downers Grove , 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 | |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Alan Katz
Medical Specialties
Dr. James Alan Katz has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. James Alan Katz has the following 16 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
35 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
University Of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System
Medical School
University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of MedicineGraduated in 1991
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- Dr. James Katz is affiliated with Advocate Lutheran General Hospital.
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