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Summary
Dr. Maria Fernandez is an ophthalmologist who earned her medical degree from Universidad De Los Andes Facultad De Medicina in Colombia. She brings 13 years of experience to her practice, focusing on comprehensive eye care and retinal conditions.
Dr. Fernandez is affiliated with several prominent healthcare institutions, including Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, Advocate Christ Medical Center, and Ann And Robert H Lurie Children's Hospital. Her practice locations span Des Plaines, Miami, Evanston, and Chicago. She specializes in treating cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, and posterior vitreous detachment. Dr. Fernandez performs advanced procedures including retinal imaging, optical coherence tomography, and anti-VEGF treatment to help preserve and restore patients' vision.
Dr. Fernandez is affiliated with several prominent healthcare institutions, including Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, Advocate Christ Medical Center, and Ann And Robert H Lurie Children's Hospital. Her practice locations span Des Plaines, Miami, Evanston, and Chicago. She specializes in treating cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, and posterior vitreous detachment. Dr. Fernandez performs advanced procedures including retinal imaging, optical coherence tomography, and anti-VEGF treatment to help preserve and restore patients' vision.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 13 years of experience
- Universidad De Los Andes Facultad De Medicina (Colombia)
- 1 written review
- 1 specialty
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 4 office locations
- Female
Patients’ Perspective
- Flexible scheduling
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Office Locations
Dr. Maria Paula Fernandez has 4 locationsRetina Consultants Ltd
2454 E Dempster St Ste 400Des Plaines, IL 60016 Tel: (847) 299-0700
Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. Maria Paula Fernandez, MD | Dr. Sunil Raichand, MD | Dr. Patricia Louise Davis, MD | Dr. Ahmed M Abdelsalam, MD |
| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 13 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 | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks Arabic, English, Spanish | |
| Des Plaines , IL | Downers Grove , IL | Lisle , IL | Chicago , IL |
| Med School: Universidad De Los Andes Facultad De Medicina (Colombia) | Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania | Med School: University Of Alexandria | |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Maria Paula Fernandez
Medical Specialties
Dr. Maria Paula Fernandez has the following specialty
Certifications, License, & Education
13 Years Experience
Dr. Maria Paula Fernandez 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
Medical School
Graduated from Universidad De Los Andes Facultad De Medicina (Colombia) in 2013.
NPI Number
Dr. Fernandez's NPI number is 1235652207.
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- Does Dr. Maria Fernandez accept my insurance?
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- Where is Dr. Maria Fernandez's office located?
- Dr. Maria Fernandez's office is located at 2454 E Dempster St Ste 400, Des Plaines, IL, 60016.
- Is Dr. Maria Fernandez accepting new patients?
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Maria Fernandez affiliated with?
- Dr. Maria Fernandez is affiliated with Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, Advocate Christ Medical Center, and Ann And Robert H Lurie Childrens Hospital.
- Does Dr. Maria Fernandez accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Maria Fernandez has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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