Summary

Dr. John Winkler is an ophthalmologist who has been caring for patients' vision needs for 47 years. He earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine and completed his residency at Clarian Health Partners. Dr. Winkler speaks both English and Spanish, helping him connect with a diverse patient community.

Dr. Winkler practices at Ascension Holy Family in Des Plaines, Illinois, and maintains affiliations with Ascension Saint Alexius and Holy Family Medical Center. He specializes in treating cataracts and glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. His surgical expertise includes cataract surgery, intraocular lens implant procedures, and glaucoma surgery. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • 3.7
  • 47 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Clarian Health Partners
  • 6 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Ascension Holy Family

100 N River RdDes Plaines, IL 60016

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Dr. John Walter Winkler, MDDr. Patricia Louise Davis, MDDr. Sunil Raichand, MDDr. Ahmed M Abdelsalam, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.7 
4.5 
3.7 
3.3 
47 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 English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks Arabic, English, Spanish
Des Plaines , ILLisle , ILDowners Grove , ILChicago , IL
Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania Med School: University Of Alexandria
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Walter Winkler

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Medical Specialties

Dr. John Walter Winkler has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Walter Winkler has the following 10 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

47 Years Experience

Dr. John Walter Winkler 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 Clarian Health Partners.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine in 1979.

NPI Number

Dr. Winkler's NPI number is 1659314375.

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Dr. John Winkler's office is located at 100 N River Rd, Des Plaines, IL, 60016.
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Dr. John Winkler speaks English and Spanish.
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