Dr. Ayesha Badar

Ophthalmology – Glaucoma Specialist

Maywood, IL

Dr. Ayesha Badar is a board-certified ophthalmologist who cares for adults with glaucoma and other complex eye conditions at Loyola Medicine. Patients describe her as focused, thorough, and welcoming—someone who listens carefully, explains options in plain language, and builds a plan that matches each person’s goals and daily routine. She offers medical and laser treatments for a wide range of glaucomas and provides cataract care for patients whose vision is limited by lens changes. Dr. Badar completed medical school at the University of Illinois College of Medicine, followed by residency and fellowship training at Indiana University School of Medicine. As an assistant professor, she brings an academic, evidence-based approach to the exam room while keeping visits personal and unhurried. Her priority is protecting sight with safe, effective care and follow-up that patients can stick with over time.

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. 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.