Summary

Dr. Kathleen Scarpulla is an ophthalmologist who brings over four decades of expertise to eye care and vision health. She earned her medical degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and completed her residency training at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. With 41 years of dedicated practice, Dr. Scarpulla has developed extensive knowledge in treating complex eye conditions and performing advanced surgical procedures. She communicates with patients in both Spanish and English.

Dr. Scarpulla practices at Community First Medical Center and provides services at locations in Chicago and River Forest, Illinois. She specializes in treating cataracts and dry eye conditions, helping patients restore clear vision and find relief from eye discomfort. Her surgical expertise includes cataract surgery and intraocular lens implant procedures to improve patients' sight. Dr. Scarpulla also performs retinal imaging to diagnose and monitor various eye conditions. Patients have given her an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.2
  • 41 years of experience
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Northwestern Memorial Hospital
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Kathleen Marie Scarpulla has 2 locations

Novamed Eye Surgery Center Northshore Chicago

3034 W Peterson AveChicago, IL 60659
Mon6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri6:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

River Forest Surgery Center

7427 Lake StRiver Forest, IL 60305

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Dr. Kathleen Marie Scarpulla, MDDr. Ahmed M Abdelsalam, MDDr. Ashley A RohrDr. Patricia Louise Davis, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.2 
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41 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, Arabic, English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Chicago , ILChicago , ILChicago , ILLisle , IL
Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Alexandria Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Kathleen Marie Scarpulla

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Kathleen Marie Scarpulla has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Kathleen Marie Scarpulla has the following 11 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

41 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Medical School

Northwestern University Feinberg School Of MedicineGraduated in 1985

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Dr. Kathleen Scarpulla's office is located at 3034 W Peterson Ave, Chicago, IL, 60659.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kathleen Scarpulla affiliated with?
Dr. Kathleen Scarpulla is affiliated with Community First Medical Center.
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