Dr. Lauren Saxe, MD | Homewood, IL | Ophthalmologist

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Dr. Lauren Saxe has practiced ophthalmology for 39 years and is affiliated with UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Hinsdale. She completed her residency at Metrowest Medical Center and sees patients in Homewood, Illinois. She speaks German and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Saxe 4.3 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

accepting new patients
4.3

10 Ratings
39 years of experience
5 insurance plans accepted
speaks German, Spanish
Metrowest Medical Center
5 written reviews
1 specialty
9 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Female

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

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Dr. Saxe's Ratings and Reviews

4.3

10 Ratings with 5 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 13 Minutes

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Patients’ Perspective

Gave an accurate diagnosis: (6) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Had a good bedside manner: (6) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Spent time with me: (6) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (5) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Flexible scheduling: (6) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
Staff was courteous: No Ratings

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Pleased with the doctor’s knowledge and thorough exam. Answered my questions and I feel confident in the doctor and office staff.

Did Well

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

Needs Improvement

February 22nd, 2019

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I came as a patient for the past nine years, and received treatments which saved my eye sight. Dr. Saxe is Board Certified and treats her patients with dignity while directing their treatment protocols. My wife is a patient of her's, as well and we recommended other patients to her practice.

October 7th, 2018

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I went to Dr. Saxe for removal of cataracts. After surgery I was near-sighted in one eye and far sighted in the other. I was told that a miscalculation was made and that I was more near-sighted in one eye than what was thought. Consequently the accurate replacement len was not prescribed. As far as I'm concerned, my surgery was botched!!!

Did Well

Needs Improvement

Gave an accurate diagnosis

January 28th, 2015

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I saw Dr.Saxe at the Homewood office. I am a senior citizen and needed an over due eye exam. The staff is courteous, pleasant and so helpful. They made me feel as if I knew them forever!!!Dr.Saxe is very personable and knowledgable. She spent time with me explaining everything she was going to do and why. I wish she could be my primary care doctor!!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

April 12th, 2012

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The office staff is great! I was able to get a next day appointment. Dr. Saxe is personable, knowledgeable and friendly. I had immediate relief for my problem after seeing her. I look forward to my next visit.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

March 12th, 2012

Ophthalmic Specialists

18440 Governors HwyHomewood, IL 60430

Tel: (708) 798-2191

Mon8:00 am - 3:30 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

WedClosed

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed


Dr. Lauren Saxe, MD	Dr. Sunil Raichand, MD	Dr. Ashley A Rohr	Dr. Samra Waheed Hashmi, MD
Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.3 (10 Ratings)	3.7 (13 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	4.2 (34 Ratings)
39 Years of Experience		15 Years of Experience	32 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks German, Spanish	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Homewood , IL	Downers Grove , IL	Chicago , IL	Joliet , IL
Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine		Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine	Med School: Aga Khan University Medical College
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Accepts Medicaid
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Medicare - Medicare

Ophthalmology

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

Dr. Lauren Saxe 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 Metrowest Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Boston University School Of Medicine in 1988 and Boston University School Of Medicine in 1987.

NPI Number

Dr. Saxe's NPI number is 1700822590.

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Where is Dr. Lauren Saxe's office located?: Dr. Lauren Saxe's office is located at 18440 Governors Hwy, Homewood, IL, 60430.
Is Dr. Lauren Saxe accepting new patients?: Dr. Lauren Saxe is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Lauren Saxe's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Dr. Lauren Saxe accept my insurance?: You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Lauren Saxe accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Dr. Lauren Saxe speak?: Dr. Lauren Saxe speaks German and Spanish.
Which hospitals is Dr. Lauren Saxe affiliated with?: Dr. Lauren Saxe is affiliated with Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth Hinsdale.

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