Summary

Dr. Jeanine Baqai specializes in ophthalmology, focusing on advanced eye care and surgical treatments. She earned her medical degree from Rush University Medical College and completed her residency at Rush University Medical Center in 2011. Dr. Baqai furthered her expertise through a fellowship at the Washington University/B-JH/SLCH Consortium in 2012, bringing 19 years of experience to her practice. She is fluent in Spanish, allowing her to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Baqai practices at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and sees patients in Chicago and Evanston, Illinois. She specializes in cataract surgery and advanced cataract implant procedures to restore clear vision. Her expertise extends to complex corneal transplant surgeries, including both penetrating and lamellar techniques such as DSAEK, DMEK, and DLEK procedures. Patients consistently rate her care highly, with an average rating of 5.0 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 19 years of experience
  • 5 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish
  • Washington University/B-JH/SLCH Consortium
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Jeanine A. Baqai has 2 locations

Northwestern Medicine Department of Ophthalmology

259 E Erie St Lavin Family Pavilion, Ste 1520Chicago, IL 60611

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.7 
3.3 
19 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience
Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish Speaks English Speaks Spanish, Arabic, English Speaks English
Chicago , ILDowners Grove , ILChicago , ILChicago , IL
Med School: Rush University Medical College Med School: University Of Alexandria Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Jeanine A. Baqai

  • AARP
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Meritain Health
  • North Shore LIJ CareConnect
  • North Shore LIJ CareConnect - IPA

Medical Specialties

Dr. Jeanine A. Baqai has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Jeanine A. Baqai has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Ophthalmologist
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

19 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Washington University/B-JH/SLCH Consortium2012

Residency

Rush University Medical Center2011

Medical School

Rush University Medical CollegeGraduated in 2007

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Dr. Jeanine Baqai's office is located at 259 E Erie St Lavin Family Pavilion, Ste 1520, Chicago, IL, 60611.
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Dr. Jeanine Baqai speaks Spanish.
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