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Dr. Ria Desai is an ophthalmologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the retina and overall eye health. She earned her medical degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and completed both her residency and fellowship training at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University, finishing her fellowship in 2018. With 13 years of experience in the field, Dr. Desai brings extensive knowledge to her practice of eye care.
Dr. Desai practices with Northwestern Medical Group in Lake Forest, Illinois. She focuses on treating age-related macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy, conditions that can significantly impact vision if left untreated. Her expertise includes performing intravitreal injections, a specialized treatment that delivers medication directly into the eye. Dr. Desai also provides comprehensive eye exams and uses advanced imaging techniques like optical coherence tomography to get detailed views of the retina and diagnose …eye conditions with precision.
Read More Read less Dr. Desai practices with Northwestern Medical Group in Lake Forest, Illinois. She focuses on treating age-related macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy, conditions that can significantly impact vision if left untreated. Her expertise includes performing intravitreal injections, a specialized treatment that delivers medication directly into the eye. Dr. Desai also provides comprehensive eye exams and uses advanced imaging techniques like optical coherence tomography to get detailed views of the retina and diagnose …eye conditions with precision.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 13 years of experience
- 5 insurance plans accepted
- McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University
- 2 specialties
- 2 areas of expertise
- 1 office location
- Female
Office Location
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| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Ria D. Desai
Medical Specialties
Ria D. Desai has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Ria D. Desai has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
13 Years Experience
Ria D. Desai 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
Fellowship
Completed their fellowship at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University in 2018.
Residency
Completed their residency at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University in 2017.
Medical School
Graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in 2013.
NPI Number
Ria D. Desai's NPI number is 1235572173.
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- Ria Desai's office is located at 800 N Westmoreland Rd Ste 102, Lake Forest, IL, 60045.
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