Summary

Dr. Michael Shapiro is an ophthalmologist specializing in retinal disorders and eye diseases. He earned his medical degree from the University of Chicago Division of Biological Sciences Pritzker School of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Michigan Health System. With 43 years of experience in ophthalmology, Dr. Shapiro has developed extensive expertise in treating complex retinal conditions. He is fluent in Russian, Polish, and English.

Dr. Shapiro practices at multiple locations throughout Illinois, including Des Plaines, Libertyville, Chicago, Skokie, and Naperville, with hospital affiliations at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital. He specializes in treating age-related macular degeneration, retinal detachment, and cataracts. His expertise includes advanced procedures such as retinal imaging, optical coherence tomography, and anti-VEGF treatment for various eye conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 43 years of experience
  • 54 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Russian, Polish, English
  • University Of Michigan Health System
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Michael Judah Shapiro has 6 locations

Retina Consultants Ltd

2454 E Dempster St Ste 400Des Plaines, IL 60016
Mon9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 3:00 pm
SunClosed

Retina Consultants Ltd

755 S Milwaukee Ave Ste 101Libertyville, IL 60048

Ascension Saint Joseph Chicago

2900 N Lake Shore DrChicago, IL 60657

Edward Heart Hospital

801 S Washington StNaperville, IL 60540

Edward Hospital

801 S Washington StNaperville, IL 60540

Retina Consultants Ltd

5225 OLD ORCHARD RD STE 25BSKOKIE, IL 60077
Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
TueClosed
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. Michael Judah Shapiro, MDDr. Patricia Louise Davis, MDDr. Ahmed M Abdelsalam, MDDr. Sunil Raichand, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.7 
4.5 
3.3 
3.7 
43 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Russian, Polish, English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, Arabic, English Speaks English
Des Plaines , ILLisle , ILChicago , ILDowners Grove , IL
Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School 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. Michael Judah Shapiro

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicare
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Amita Health
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • Ascension Health
  • Ascension Health - PPO
  • Assurant Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan - Medicare
  • CareSource - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Clear Spring Health
  • Dean Health Plan
  • Devoted Health
  • Envolve Benefit Options
  • Golden Rule
  • Health Alliance
  • Healthlink
  • Healthlink - PPO
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • MDwise
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • North Shore LIJ CareConnect
  • North Shore LIJ CareConnect - IPA
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • PacificSource Health Plans
  • Priority Health
  • SIHO Insurance Services
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - IPA
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Wellcare
  • Zing Health
  • Zing Health - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Michael Judah Shapiro has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Michael Judah Shapiro has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Retina Surgery
  • Retinal Detachment
  • Retinal Disorders
  • Retinopathy of Prematurity
  • Vision Issues
  • Vitrectomy

Certifications, License, & Education

43 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Michigan Health System

Medical School

Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of MedicineGraduated in 1983

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Which hospitals is Dr. Michael Shapiro affiliated with?
Dr. Michael Shapiro is affiliated with Advocate Lutheran General Hospital.
Where is Dr. Michael Shapiro's office located?
Dr. Michael Shapiro's office is located at 2454 E Dempster St Ste 400, Des Plaines, IL, 60016.

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