Summary

Dr. Robert Allar is an ophthalmologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the retina and overall eye health. He earned his medical degree from Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine and completed his residency training at West Suburban Medical Center and Loyola University Medical Center. Dr. Allar furthered his expertise through a fellowship at Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary at Harvard Medical School, where he gained specialized training in advanced eye care. With 44 years of experience in ophthalmology, he speaks English.

Dr. Allar practices at Northwestern Medical Group in Naperville, Illinois, and maintains hospital privileges at Ascension Saint Alexius. His clinical expertise focuses on treating age-related macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy, conditions that can significantly impact vision if left untreated. He also provides care for patients with hereditary retinal disorders. Dr. Allar performs comprehensive eye exams and utilizes advanced diagnostic techniques including retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to evaluate eye health. Patients rate him 3.8 out of 5 on Vitals.
Read More Read less

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 44 years of experience
  • 16 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary/Harvard Medical School
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Northwestern Medical Group

636 Raymond Dr Ste 300Naperville, IL 60563

Compare with Similar Doctors

Robert M. Allar, MD
Dr. Patricia Louise Davis, MD
Dr. Sunil Raichand, MD
JR Bernard Berchman Gawne
Robert M. Allar, MDDr. Patricia Louise Davis, MDDr. Sunil Raichand, MDJR Bernard Berchman Gawne
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.8 
4.5 
3.7 
44 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience 51 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
Naperville , ILLisle , ILDowners Grove , ILMelrose Park , IL
Med School: Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania Med School: Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine
Current Profile
View Profile View Profile View Profile

Insurance Plans Accepted by Robert M. Allar

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Devoted Health
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • North Shore LIJ CareConnect
  • North Shore LIJ CareConnect - IPA
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UPMC Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Robert M. Allar has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Robert M. Allar has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Ophthalmologist
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

44 Years Experience

Robert M. Allar holds an active medical license in the state of Illinois.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Illinois that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary/Harvard Medical School in 1987.

Residency

Completed their residency at Loyola University Medical Center in 1986 and West Suburban Medical Center in 1983.

Medical School

Graduated from Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine in 1982.

NPI Number

Robert M. Allar's NPI number is 1154395663.

Similar doctors

Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Robert Allar speak?
Robert Allar speaks English.
Where is Robert Allar's office located?
Robert Allar's office is located at 636 Raymond Dr Ste 300, Naperville, IL, 60563.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Allar?
You can find contact information for Robert Allar here on Vitals.
Is Robert Allar accepting new patients?
Robert Allar is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Robert Allar's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Robert Allar accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Robert Allar accepts on their Vitals profile.

Ensuring Data Transparency and Trust: A Guide to Vitals Doctor Listings and Reviews

Our provider data is gathered directly from physicians and publicly available databases. Providers who verify their profiles gain the ability to update information, offering additional details about their specialties,education, treated conditions, performed procedures, and accepted insurances.

Reviews on Vitals are submitted by users only. Recognizing the valuable insights these reviews offer into a doctor's reputation, we maintain internal policies and protocols to ensure the quality and accuracy of all reviews. Importantly, providers cannot delete or alter reviews independently. Reviews can only be deleted or changed following an internal assessment by our customer service team.

Your feedback is highly valued and we encourage you to contact our support team should you encounter any issues.