Summary

Dr. Stephen Watson treats cataracts and performs eye exams and dilated eye exams at Edward Hines Jr VA Hospital. He practices ophthalmology in Chicago, Illinois, and completed his residency at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University in 2013.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 17 years of experience
  • 39 insurance plans accepted
  • McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Northwestern Medicine Bronzeville Outpatient Center - Ophthalmology

4822 S Cottage Grove Ave Ste 2-300Chicago, IL 60615

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
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17 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Arabic, English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
Chicago , ILChicago , ILDowners Grove , ILChicago , IL
Med School: University of Illinois College of Medicine Med School: University Of Alexandria Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Stephen A. Watson

  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Ambetter
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois - Federal Employees Program
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Clear Spring Health
  • Devoted Health
  • Healthlink
  • Healthlink - PPO
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - PPO
  • Meridian Health Plan
  • Meridian Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare
  • Zing Health
  • Zing Health - HMO

Medical Specialties

Stephen A. Watson has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Stephen A. Watson 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

17 Years Experience

Stephen A. Watson holds an expired medical license in the state of Illinois.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University in 2013.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 2009 and University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine in 2009.

NPI Number

Stephen A. Watson's NPI number is 1134452857.

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Where is Stephen Watson's office located?
Stephen Watson's office is located at 4822 S Cottage Grove Ave Ste 2-300, Chicago, IL, 60615.
Does Stephen Watson accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Stephen Watson has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Stephen Watson affiliated with?
Stephen Watson is affiliated with Edward Hines Jr Va Hospital.

Data Sources

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