Dr. Ronald C. May, MD | Highland Park, IL | Ophthalmologist

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Dr. Ronald May is an ophthalmologist with over six decades of medical experience serving patients in the Highland Park and Lake Forest communities. He earned his medical degree from Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science and completed his residency at Michael Reese Hospital Medical Center. His extensive 63-year career has established him as a seasoned eye care specialist. Dr. May is fluent in Spanish and Korean, allowing him to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. May practices at Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital and sees patients in Highland Park and Lake Forest, Illinois. He specializes in treating glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma, helping patients manage this serious eye condition that can affect vision. His practice focuses on comprehensive eye examinations and dilated eye exams to detect various eye conditions early. Dr. May also performs gonioscopy, a specialized procedure that examines the …drainage angle of the eye. Patients consistently rate his care highly, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

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5

21 Ratings
63 years of experience
2 insurance plans accepted
speaks Spanish, Korean
Michael Reese Hospital Medical Center
6 written reviews
1 specialty
10 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
Male

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

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Dr. May's Ratings and Reviews

5

21 Ratings with 6 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 9 Minutes

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Provided follow-up after the visit: (15) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
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I have been cared for by Dr May for over nearly 40 yrs. He is an excellent physician with a caring staff. Dr May always takes the time to explain his procedures and findings. I feel very well cared for and comfortable in referring new patients to him

April 10th, 2021

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I can't say enough about Dr. May's compassionate, responsive care. He met me at the office well after hours when I was experiencing problems rather than have me wait until morning or go to an ER. His kindness and knowledge helped me through a very rough patch, and I will always be grateful to him.

October 2nd, 2015

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I loved this doctor. He was very knowledgeable and he listens. I hate the eye pressure test and it was painless and a breeze with him. Even the eye dilation wasn't too bad...I recommend him to everybody. What a nice man.

August 29th, 2011

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This is my first time I have rated a doctor. I hope it is helpful to those searching for an eye doctor. I was a patient of Dr May for many years before moving with my spouse to another state. We both miss the personalized quality of care we received from Dr May. Our new doctor is ok, but, like many, his practice seems to be more oriented to volume than quality. Dr May does not need to work on volume at this point in his career because the patients come to him. New patients: you will have to wait to be scheduled in but the wait is worth it. Don't settle for less than the best.

August 23rd, 2011

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I have been a patient of Dr. May's since 1976. He is the best doctor I have ever had.

March 11th, 2011

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I have been seeing Dr. May for over 30 years. I trust him completely and travel from Downtown to see him. It's worth braving the traffic!

March 28th, 2009

Highland Park Hospital

777 Park Ave WHighland Park, IL 60035

Tel: (847) 432-8000

Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital

1000 N Westmoreland RdLake Forest, IL 60045

Tel: (847) 234-5600


Dr. Ronald Charles May, MD	Dr. Ahmed M Abdelsalam, MD	Dr. Burton Alan Russman, MD	Dr. Elizabeth Martin, MD
Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology
	Accepts New Patients
5 (21 Ratings)	3.3 (4 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)	0 (0 Ratings)
63 Years of Experience		71 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Korean	Speaks Spanish, Arabic, English
Highland Park , IL	Chicago , IL	Chicago , IL	Chicago , IL
Med School: Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences	Med School: University Of Alexandria	Med School: Northwestern University
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Dr. Ronald Charles May 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

Residency

Completed their residency at Michael Reese Hospital Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences in 1963.

NPI Number

Dr. May's NPI number is 1447250949.

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Is Dr. Ronald May accepting new patients?: Dr. Ronald May has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Ronald May affiliated with?: Dr. Ronald May is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital.
Where is Dr. Ronald May's office located?: Dr. Ronald May's office is located at 777 Park Ave W, Highland Park, IL, 60035.
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