Summary

Dr. Pooja Bhat is a board-certified ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive eye care with 25 years of experience treating patients. She earned her medical degree from Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College and has dedicated her career to helping patients maintain and restore their vision. Dr. Bhat is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing her to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Bhat practices at University of Illinois Hospital with locations throughout Chicago, Illinois. She treats a wide range of eye conditions including cataracts, glaucoma, and inflammatory conditions affecting the outer layers of the eye. Her expertise includes advanced diagnostic procedures such as retinal imaging and specialized eye pressure testing. Patients consistently rate her care highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0 out of 5.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 25 years of experience
  • 22 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Pooja Vijay Bhat has 4 locations

Low Vision Rehabilitation

1855 W Taylor St Ste 1059Chicago, IL 60612
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Illinois Eye And Ear Infirmary At Ui Health

1905 W Taylor St Ste L120Chicago, IL 60612
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Eye And Ear Infirmary

1855 W Taylor St Ste 3164Chicago, IL 60612
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Specialty Care Building At Ui Health

1009 S Wood StChicago, IL 60612
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
Sat9:00 am - 1:00 pm
SunClosed

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.5 
3.3 
25 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 English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Arabic, English, Spanish
Chicago , ILChicago , ILLisle , ILChicago , IL
Med School: Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College Med School: Georgetown University 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. Pooja Vijay Bhat

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Ambetter
  • Amita Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Family Health Network
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mercy Care
  • Meridian Health Plan
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • North Shore LIJ CareConnect
  • North Shore LIJ CareConnect - IPA
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Wellcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Pooja Vijay Bhat has the following specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

25 Years Experience

Dr. Pooja Vijay Bhat 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 Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College in 2001.

NPI Number

Dr. Bhat's NPI number is 1457509358.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Pooja Bhat affiliated with?
Dr. Pooja Bhat is affiliated with University Of Illinois Hospital.
Does Dr. Pooja Bhat accept my insurance?
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How can I make an appointment with Dr. Pooja Bhat?
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What languages does Dr. Pooja Bhat speak?
Dr. Pooja Bhat speaks English and Spanish.
Does Dr. Pooja Bhat accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Pooja Bhat has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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