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Summary
Dr. Rachel Chu treats corneal ulcers and infections and performs corneal transplant procedures, including penetrating and lamellar techniques such as DSAEK, DMEK, and DLEK. She also performs dilated eye exams and practices ophthalmology at Northwestern Memorial Hospital.
Dr. Chu earned her medical degree from Stony Brook University School of Medicine, completed her residency at the University of Kansas School of Medicine, and completed a fellowship at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. She sees patients in Lake Forest, Glenview, Grayslake, and Chicago, Illinois.
Dr. Chu earned her medical degree from Stony Brook University School of Medicine, completed her residency at the University of Kansas School of Medicine, and completed a fellowship at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. She sees patients in Lake Forest, Glenview, Grayslake, and Chicago, Illinois.
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Quick Facts
- 5 years of experience
- University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics
- 2 specialties
- 2 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 4 office locations
- Female
Office Locations
Rachel L. Chu has 4 locationsNorthwestern Medicine Glenview Outpatient Center - Ophthalmology
2701 Patriot BlvdGlenview, IL 60026 Tel: (847) 535-6440
Northwestern Medicine Ophthalmology Grayslake Outpatient Center
1475 E Belvidere Rd Ste 185Grayslake, IL 60030 Tel: (847) 535-6440
Northwestern Medicine Department of Ophthalmology
259 E Erie St Lavin Family Pavilion, Ste 1520Chicago, IL 60611 Tel: (312) 695-8150
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| Rachel L. Chu, MD | Dr. Lisa C Verderber, MD | Dr. Joyce T Muni, MD | Dr. Natalya Romaniv, MD |
| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 5 Years of Experience | 36 Years of Experience | 50 Years of Experience | 21 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 English, Spanish | |
| Lake Forest , IL | Wilmette , IL | Libertyville , IL | Rockford , IL |
| Med School: Stony Brook University School of Medicine | Med School: Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine | Med School: Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine | Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Rachel L. Chu
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Medical Specialties
Rachel L. Chu has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Rachel L. Chu has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
5 Years Experience
Rachel L. Chu holds expired and active medical licenses in the states of Missouri and Iowa.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Missouri that expired in 2025 and an active medical license in the state of Iowa that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Fellowship
Completed their fellowship at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in 2026.
Residency
Completed their residency at University of Kansas School of Medicine in 2025.
Medical School
Graduated from Stony Brook University School of Medicine in 2021.
NPI Number
Rachel L. Chu's NPI number is 1093341463.
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- Which hospitals is Rachel Chu affiliated with?
- Rachel Chu is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital.
- Where is Rachel Chu's office located?
- Rachel Chu's office is located at 800 N Westmoreland Rd Ste 102, Lake Forest, IL, 60045.
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