Summary

Dr. Walter Fried has practiced ophthalmology for 53 years and is affiliated with Lake Behavioral Hospital. He earned his medical degree from the University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine and sees patients in Gurnee and River Forest, Illinois. He speaks Polish and Spanish. Patients rate Dr. Fried 4.3 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 53 years of experience
  • 8 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Polish, Spanish
  • University Of Miami Leonard M Miller School Of Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Walter Isaac Fried has 2 locations

Kirk Eye Center

3477 Grand AveGurnee, IL 60031
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 3:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Kirk Eye Center

7427 Lake StRiver Forest, IL 60305
Mon8:30 am - 7:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 6:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 3:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 6:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 1:00 pm
SunClosed

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Dr. Walter Isaac Fried, MDDr. John Moy, MDDr. Lisa C Verderber, MDDr. Kenneth Irving Resnick, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.3 
3.8 
4.7 
4.1 
53 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience 36 Years of Experience 45 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Polish, Spanish Speaks English, Polish, Spanish Speaks English Speaks Russian, Spanish
Gurnee , ILPark Ridge , ILWilmette , ILOak Lawn , IL
Med School: University Of Miami Leonard M Miller School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Walter Isaac Fried

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Walter Isaac Fried has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Walter Isaac Fried has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

53 Years Experience

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Miami Leonard M Miller School Of Medicine in 1973.

NPI Number

Dr. Fried's NPI number is 1497741342.

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