Dr. Hong-Gam Le

OphthalmologyComprehensive Ophthalmologist
Chicago, IL

Areas of Expertise

Diabetic Eye Disease
Retinal Vascular Occlusions
Retinal Tear & Detachment
Complications After Cataract Surgery

About Me

Dr. Hong-Gam Le is a board-certified ophthalmologist and fellowship-trained retina specialist at the Retina Institute of Illinois. She evaluates and treats the full spectrum of medical and surgical retinal disease, including age-related macular degeneration, diabetic eye disease, epiretinal membrane, macular hole, retinal tears and detachments, retinal vascular occlusions, uveitis, and complications after cataract surgery. Care plans may include intravitreal injections, laser photocoagulation, cryotherapy, and advanced vitrectomy techniques tailored to each case. Dr. Le is fluent in English and Vietnamese.

Dr. Le studied Neurobiology at Harvard University, graduating with honors, and earned her MD with Distinction in Research from the University of Michigan Medical School. She completed ophthalmology residency at Northwestern University and a two-year vitreoretinal surgery fellowship at the University of Utah’s Moran Eye Center. Affiliated with leading health systems across Chicagoland, she works closely with referring optometrists and surgeons to ensure timely, coordinated care. Patients value her clear communication, evidence-based recommendations, and calm, compassionate manner.

Training

  • Vitreoretinal Surgery

    University of Utah / Moran Eye Center

    Fellowship
  • Northwestern University

    Ophthalmology

    Northwestern University

    Residency
  • University of Michigan Medical School

    Doctor of Medicine

    University of Michigan Medical School

    Medical School
  • Harvard University

    Neurobiology

    Harvard University

    Undergraduate

Certifications & Licensure

Licensed In
MI
License Numbers
4301109493

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