Summary

Dr. Shira Simon is an ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive eye care with 14 years of experience in the field. She earned her medical degree from Harvard Medical School and completed her residency training at Cambridge Hospital. Her expertise focuses on diagnosing and treating various eye conditions to help patients maintain and improve their vision.

Dr. Simon practices at Northwestern Medicine Department of Ophthalmology and Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago, Illinois. She treats patients with glaucoma and cataracts, two common eye conditions that can significantly impact vision. Her practice includes performing routine eye exams and vision tests to monitor eye health and detect problems early. Patients have given her an average rating of 5.0, reflecting their confidence in her care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 14 years of experience
  • 13 insurance plans accepted
  • Cambridge Hospital
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Shira Sivan Simon has 3 locations

Northwestern Medicine Department Of Ophthalmology

259 E Erie St Ste 1520Chicago, IL 60611
Mon7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

Northwestern Medicine Department of Ophthalmology

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

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Dr. Shira Sivan Simon, MDDr. Sunil Raichand, MDDr. Ashley A RohrDr. Ahmed M Abdelsalam, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.7 
3.3 
14 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Spanish, Arabic, English
Chicago , ILDowners Grove , ILChicago , ILChicago , IL
Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Alexandria
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Shira Sivan Simon

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois - Federal Employees Program
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Physicians Mutual
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Shira Sivan Simon has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Shira Sivan Simon has the following 9 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

14 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Cambridge Hospital

Medical School

Harvard Medical SchoolGraduated in 2012

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Dr. Shira Simon's office is located at 259 E Erie St Ste 1520, Chicago, IL, 60611.

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