Dr. Stephen G. Krates, DO | Orland Park, IL | Ophthalmology

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Dr. Stephen Krates is an ophthalmologist who earned his Doctor of Osteopathy degree from Midwestern University-Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine. With 45 years of experience in eye care, he brings extensive knowledge to treating various vision conditions. Dr. Krates is fluent in Spanish and Polish, allowing him to serve diverse patient communities.

Dr. Krates practices at Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital and operates locations in Orland Park, Oak Lawn, and Palos Heights, Illinois. He specializes in treating cataracts and age-related macular degeneration, conditions that commonly affect vision as patients age. His expertise includes performing cataract surgery and intraocular lens implants to restore clear vision. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

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accepting new patients
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30 Ratings
45 years of experience
20 insurance plans accepted
speaks Spanish, Polish
Midwestern University-Chicago College Of Osteopathic Medicine
9 written reviews
1 specialty
9 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
3 office locations
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Could not be more satisfied with the attention given to me by Dr. Krates & his staff. Dr. Krates is extremely professional & knowledgeable & as an added plus he exudes warmth & kindness. I would highly recommend Dr. Krates.

October 4th, 2019

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Thorough exam and explanation of procedures

November 1st, 2018

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Great doctor! Hard to find any better!

July 13th, 2018

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Words cannot express the warm kindness of Dr Krates and his staff. His professionalism is without question. One hundred percent satisfied with the outcome of the cataract surgery .. Thankyou so much,, Mrs Geraldine Okoskey

August 23rd, 2017

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I would NOT recommend this office. Totally rude and inappropriate.

November 3rd, 2016

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Great office!

January 4th, 2016

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For many years now Dr Krates has been terrific. Especially doing cataract surgery for me,and now for the first time in my life at age 65 I passed a drivers test without glasses. I highly ,and have in many cases ,recommend him and the staff.

November 5th, 2015

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I have seen Dr. Krates for many years for my glaucoma. He is the most wonderful and caring eye doctor I have ever gone to. His staff is top notch too. I would recommend my whole family to see this doctor. He is nlt only a great doctor but an even better person.

March 26th, 2012

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This is NOT about the doctor. I Did not see a doctor because of the incompetence of the front desk worker. My doctor wanted me to see an eye doctor for an eye problem that could be serious. I went to this office & they wouldn't see me on that day even thou I told them it could be a serious eye problem & that I was a 2 hour drive away. So, I made an appointment. A 2 hour drive round trip for me. Went to the appointment & the front desk worker who is incompetent, rude, & uncaring & the worst person that I have ever seen working in a doctors office; then said, "we do not take your insurance". I then said this could be a serious problem & you should have told me this when i made the appointment. She then said, "Oh well". She couldn't care less. I would not recommend this office to my worst enemy. I have been to 5 different doctors. They all accept my insurance. This office is only about money!! I then called 5 other doctors offices when I got home & they all accept my insurance. This… office does not care anything about the patients needs. DO NOT GO TO THIS OFFICE IF YOU WANT TO HAVE AN OFFICE STAFF THAT CARES ABOUT YOUR EYE PROBLEM!

March 23rd, 2010

Krates Eye Centers

15300 West Ave Ste 315Orland Park, IL 60462

Tel: (708) 349-9222

Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Sat8:30 am - 10:30 am

SunClosed

Krates Eye Centers

4940 W 95th StOak Lawn, IL 60453

Tel: (708) 422-1500

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Palos Hospital

12251 S 80th AvePalos Heights, IL 60463

Tel: (708) 923-4000


Dr. Stephen George Krates, DO	Dr. Patricia Louise Davis, MD	Dr. Ashley A Rohr	Dr. Sunil Raichand, MD
Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.2 (30 Ratings)	4.5 (75 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	3.7 (13 Ratings)
45 Years of Experience	39 Years of Experience	15 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Polish	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English	Speaks English
Orland Park , IL	Lisle , IL	Chicago , IL	Downers Grove , IL
Med School: Midwestern University-Chicago College Of Osteopathic Medicine	Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania	Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine
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Midwestern University-Chicago College Of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated in 1981

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Where is Dr. Stephen Krates's office located?: Dr. Stephen Krates's office is located at 15300 West Ave Ste 315, Orland Park, IL, 60462.
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