Summary

Dr. Yannek Leiderman is an ophthalmologist with additional training in internal medicine who has been practicing for 22 years. He earned his medical degree from George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences and brings extensive experience to his specialized care of eye conditions. Dr. Leiderman is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Leiderman practices at multiple locations throughout Chicago, Illinois, including the University of Illinois Hospital and specialized eye care facilities like the Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary. He focuses on treating serious retinal conditions such as diabetic eye disease and retinal detachment. His expertise includes advanced diagnostic procedures like retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography, as well as specialized treatments such as anti-VEGF therapy for various eye conditions.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 22 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences
  • 2 specialties
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Yannek I Leiderman has 4 locations

Specialty Care Building At Ui Health

1009 S WOOD STCHICAGO, IL 60612
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
Sat9:00 am - 1:00 pm
SunClosed

Low Vision Rehabilitation

1855 W Taylor St Ste 1059Chicago, IL 60612
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

Illinois Eye And Ear Infirmary At Ui Health

1905 W TAYLOR ST STE L120CHICAGO, IL 60612
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

University Of Illinois Hospital

1740 W Taylor StChicago, IL 60612

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
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3.7 
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22 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, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Spanish, Arabic, English
CHICAGO , ILChicago , ILDowners Grove , ILChicago , IL
Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Alexandria
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Yannek I Leiderman has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Yannek I Leiderman has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Diabetes
  • Epiretinal Membrane
  • Internal Medicine
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Retinal Detachment

Certifications, License, & Education

22 Years Experience

Dr. Yannek I Leiderman holds expired and active medical licenses in the states of North Carolina and Illinois.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina that expired in 2026 and an active medical license in the state of Illinois that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences in 2004.

NPI Number

Dr. Leiderman's NPI number is 1164586616.

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Dr. Yannek I Leiderman's office is located at 1009 S WOOD ST, CHICAGO, IL, 60612.
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Dr. Yannek I Leiderman speaks English and Spanish.
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