Summary

Dr. Pooja Bhat is an ophthalmologist who has dedicated 25 years to caring for patients with eye conditions and vision concerns. She completed her medical education at Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College, building a strong foundation in comprehensive eye care. Her expertise spans various areas of ophthalmology, with particular focus on complex eye conditions that require specialized attention. Dr. Bhat is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing her to communicate effectively with a diverse patient population.

Dr. Bhat practices at University of Illinois Hospital in Chicago, Illinois, where she provides expert care across multiple locations including the Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary. She specializes in treating conditions such as iritis, uveitis, and glaucoma, helping patients manage these serious eye disorders that can affect vision if left untreated. Her practice includes advanced diagnostic procedures like retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography, which allow for detailed examination of the eye's internal structures. Patients consistently rate her care highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0, reflecting their confidence in her clinical expertise and compassionate approach.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 25 years of experience
  • 22 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 board certification
  • 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
3.3 
4.5 
25 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, Arabic, English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Chicago , ILChicago , ILLisle , ILChicago , IL
Med School: Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College Med School: University Of Alexandria Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine
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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

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical CollegeGraduated in 2001

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Dr. Pooja Bhat speaks Spanish and English.
Where is Dr. Pooja Bhat's office located?
Dr. Pooja Bhat's office is located at 1855 W Taylor St Ste 1059, Chicago, IL, 60612.

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