Summary

Dr. Rukhsana Mirza is an ophthalmologist who has dedicated 25 years to caring for patients with eye conditions. She earned her medical degree from Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science Chicago Medical School, then completed her residency at Loyola University Medical Center in 2005. Dr. Mirza furthered her training with a fellowship at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University in 2006. She is fluent in Urdu and Spanish, helping her connect with patients from diverse backgrounds.

Dr. Mirza practices at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and sees patients in Chicago and Lake Forest, Illinois. She specializes in treating age-related macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy, conditions that can significantly impact vision. Her expertise includes managing hereditary retinal disorders that run in families. Dr. Mirza performs advanced procedures such as optical coherence tomography for detailed eye imaging and anti-VEGF treatments to help preserve sight. Patients have given her an average rating of 3.2 out of 5.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.2
  • 25 years of experience
  • 6 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Urdu, Spanish
  • McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University
  • 5 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Flexible scheduling

Office Locations

Rukhsana G. Mirza has 2 locations

Northwestern Medicine Department of Ophthalmology

259 E Erie St Lavin Family Pavilion, Ste 1520Chicago, IL 60611

Northwestern Medical Group

800 N Westmoreland Rd Ste 102Lake Forest, IL 60045

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
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3.2 
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25 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Urdu, Spanish Speaks English Speaks Spanish, Arabic, English Speaks English
Chicago , ILChicago , ILChicago , ILDowners Grove , IL
Med School: Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science Chicago Medical School Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Alexandria
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Rukhsana G. Mirza

  • Aetna
  • CHAMPVA
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Tricare

Medical Specialties

Rukhsana G. Mirza has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Rukhsana G. Mirza has the following 13 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

25 Years Experience

Rukhsana G. Mirza 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 McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University in 2006.

Residency

Completed their residency at Loyola University Medical Center in 2005.

Medical School

Graduated from Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science Chicago Medical School in 2001.

NPI Number

Rukhsana G. Mirza's NPI number is 1033163530.

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Rukhsana G. Mirza speaks Urdu and Spanish.
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Rukhsana G. Mirza's office is located at 259 E Erie St Lavin Family Pavilion, Ste 1520, Chicago, IL, 60611.

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