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About Me
Dr. John C. Michael is a board-certified ophthalmologist and the founder of Retina Institute of Illinois, with over 20 years of experience in diagnosing and treating complex eye conditions. He focuses on retinal disorders such as retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, and age-related macular degeneration, as well as cataracts and glaucoma. Dr. Michael is committed to advanced, patient-centered care and offers treatments for a full spectrum of vitreoretinal diseases. Patients can expect thorough evaluations and personalized treatment plans tailored to their specific eye health needs.
Dr. Michael sees patients at multiple Retina Institute of Illinois locations throughout the Chicagoland area, including Chicago, Crystal Lake, Huntley, and Niles. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and has contributed to the field through research on central serous chorioretinopathy, cystoid macular edema, and proliferative diabetic retinopathy. In addition to English, Dr. Michael speaks Arabic and Assyrian, allowing him to connect with a broader patient community.
Training
Vitreoretinal Surgery
University of Wisconsin
FellowshipOphthalmology
University of Wisconsin
ResidencyInternship
Columbus Hospital
Residency
Medicine
University of Chicago
Medical School
Publications & Press
Central Serous Chorioretinopathy Associated with Administration of Sympathomimetic Agents
Macular Heterotopia in Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy
Retinal Trypsin Digest Study of Cystoid Macular Edema Associated With Peripheral Choroidal Melanoma
Certifications & Licensure
- Licensed In
- IL
- License Numbers
- 036088212
