Dr. Jessica Kang

Ophthalmology – Glaucoma Specialist

Chicago, IL

Dr. Jessica Minjy Kang is a glaucoma specialist at Northwestern Medicine who cares for adults with the full spectrum of glaucoma and cataract concerns. She partners closely with patients to explain findings clearly, review options, and build treatment plans that fit individual goals and lifestyles. Her practice spans laser therapy, minimally invasive approaches, and complex glaucoma surgeries, and she also performs cataract surgery for patients who may benefit from vision improvement alongside glaucoma management. Dr. Kang earned her MD from the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, completed an ophthalmology residency at the University of California, San Francisco, and went on to additional fellowship training at Duke University Hospital. Patients describe her as thorough, attentive, and easy to talk to, and she is committed to evidence-based, patient-centered care that balances safety and long-term vision preservation.

Dr. Frini Makadia

Ophthalmology – Glaucoma Specialist

Wheaton, IL

Dr. Frini A. Makadia is a glaucoma specialist at Wheaton Eye Clinic who cares for adults with the full spectrum of glaucoma and cataract disease. She combines careful longitudinal monitoring with tailored treatments, offering medical therapy, office-based lasers such as selective laser trabeculoplasty and laser peripheral iridotomy, and a full range of surgical options—from minimally invasive glaucoma surgery to trabeculectomy and glaucoma drainage devices. She also performs routine and complex cataract surgery and helps patients choose lens options that fit their visual goals. Dr. Makadia graduated with distinction from Duke University with a BS in Chemistry (biochemistry concentration) and earned her MD cum laude at The Ohio State University College of Medicine. She completed internship at The Jewish Hospital in Cincinnati, ophthalmology residency at Vanderbilt Eye Institute—where she received the Benchmark Award for Clinical & Surgical Excellence—and fellowship training at The Ohio State Haevner Eye Institute focused on glaucoma. Active in research and education, she has published and presented at national meetings and enjoys partnering with patients to find practical, lasting solutions.

Dr. Zhuangjun Si

Ophthalmology – Glaucoma Specialist

Wheaton, IL

Dr. Zhuangjun (June) Si is a board-certified ophthalmologist and fellowship-trained glaucoma specialist at Wheaton Eye Clinic. She evaluates and treats the full spectrum of glaucoma, providing comprehensive assessment, medical therapy, laser procedures, and both minimally invasive and traditional surgical options. In addition to glaucoma care, Dr. Si performs routine and complex cataract surgery and offers astigmatism-correcting solutions to help patients achieve clearer vision. Her approach is highly individualized and grounded in long-term relationships with her patients. Dr. Si completed her ophthalmology residency at the University of Chicago, where she served as chief resident and received the Harvey Z. Klein award for exemplary patient care. She then pursued a glaucoma fellowship at Duke University, training with leaders in the field. Earlier, she earned dual undergraduate degrees in Neuroscience (BS) and Music (BA) from the University of Southern California, and graduated magna cum laude from the University at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine. Patients appreciate her clear communication and dedication to evidence-based, compassionate care.