Summary

Dr. Matthew Wessel specializes in ophthalmology, focusing on the complex care of retinal conditions that can significantly impact vision. He earned his medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons and has been practicing for 19 years, developing extensive expertise in treating serious eye diseases. Dr. Wessel is fluent in Spanish and Italian, allowing him to communicate effectively with a diverse patient population.

Dr. Wessel practices at multiple locations throughout Illinois, including Niles, Hoffman Estates, Gurnee, Huntley, Chicago, and Crystal Lake, and maintains an affiliation with Ascension Saint Alexius. He treats conditions such as age-related macular degeneration and diabetic eye disease, helping patients preserve and protect their vision. His expertise includes advanced procedures like retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to diagnose and monitor eye conditions. Patients consistently rate Dr. Wessel highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0.
Read More Read less

AI-generated from data on this provider profile.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 19 years of experience
  • 29 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Italian
  • Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 7 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Matthew M Wessel has 7 locations

Retina Institute Of Illinois Pc

8780 W Golf Rd Ste 304Niles, IL 60714
Mon9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Retina Institute Of Illinois Pc

1585 Barrington Rd Ste 404Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
Mon9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri9:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Retina Institute Of Illinois

36100 N Brookside Dr Ste 206Gurnee, IL 60031
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Retina Institute Of Illinois

12030 Princeton DrHuntley, IL 60142
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Retina Institute Of Illinois

2326 W Foster Ave Ste 100Chicago, IL 60625
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Retina Institute Of Illinois Pc

820 E Terra Cotta Ave Ste 247Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Advocate Condell Medical Center

801 S Milwaukee AveLibertyville, IL 60048

Compare with Similar Doctors

Dr. Matthew M Wessel, MD
Dr. Patricia Louise Davis, MD
Dr. Sunil Raichand, MD
Dr. Ahmed M Abdelsalam, MD
Dr. Matthew M Wessel, MDDr. Patricia Louise Davis, MDDr. Sunil Raichand, MDDr. Ahmed M Abdelsalam, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.5 
3.7 
3.3 
19 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, Italian Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks Spanish, Arabic, English
Niles , ILLisle , ILDowners Grove , ILChicago , IL
Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons 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. Matthew M Wessel

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Clear Spring Health
  • Devoted Health
  • Envolve Benefit Options
  • Eon Health
  • Family Health Network
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan
  • Meridian Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • North Shore LIJ CareConnect
  • North Shore LIJ CareConnect - IPA
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Wellcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Matthew M Wessel has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Matthew M Wessel has the following 9 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

19 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Columbia University College Of Physicians & SurgeonsGraduated in 2007

Similar doctors

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Matthew Wessel's office located?
Dr. Matthew Wessel's office is located at 8780 W Golf Rd Ste 304, Niles, IL, 60714.
Which hospitals is Dr. Matthew Wessel affiliated with?
Dr. Matthew Wessel is affiliated with Ascension Saint Alexius.
Does Dr. Matthew Wessel accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Matthew Wessel accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Matthew Wessel?
You can find contact information for Dr. Matthew Wessel here on Vitals.
Is Dr. Matthew Wessel accepting new patients?
Dr. Matthew Wessel is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Matthew Wessel's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.

Ensuring Data Transparency and Trust: A Guide to Vitals Doctor Listings and Reviews

Our provider data is gathered directly from physicians and publicly available databases. Providers who verify their profiles gain the ability to update information, offering additional details about their specialties,education, treated conditions, performed procedures, and accepted insurances.

Reviews on Vitals are submitted by users only. Recognizing the valuable insights these reviews offer into a doctor's reputation, we maintain internal policies and protocols to ensure the quality and accuracy of all reviews. Importantly, providers cannot delete or alter reviews independently. Reviews can only be deleted or changed following an internal assessment by our customer service team.

Your feedback is highly valued and we encourage you to contact our support team should you encounter any issues.