Dr. Ankit Desai

Dr. Ankit Desai is a board-certified ophthalmologist and vitreoretinal surgeon who specializes in the medical and surgical treatment of retina and macular disease. He cares for patients with diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, retinal detachment, and other retinal problems, using advanced diagnostic testing and modern treatment options. Patients appreciate his ability to explain complex retina conditions in a clear, practical way.

Dr. Desai returned to the Chicagoland area in 2017 after practicing in Southern Illinois and serving in academic roles training future eye physicians. He earned his medical degree from the Chicago Medical School, completed ophthalmology residency at Saint Louis University, and pursued a two-year surgical retina fellowship at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit. His focus is on timely care and long-term vision preservation.