Dr. Stephen Winkler

OphthalmologyOculofacial Surgeon
Des Plaines, IL
(224) 567-8480
Accepts Medicare

Location

940 Lee St
Des Plaines, IL 60016
Closed · Opens 9:00 AM TueCDT

Areas of Expertise

Upper Eyelid Blepharoplasty
Lower Eyelid Blepharoplasty
Brow Lifting
Tear Duct Surgery
Eyelid Malposition
Eyelid Lesions
Orbital And Facial Fractures
Orbital Tumors
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About Me

Dr. Stephen Winkler, known as Dr. Steve, is an oculoplastic surgeon specializing in reconstructive and cosmetic surgery of the eyelids, orbit, and periorbital area. He completed his ophthalmology residency at the Krieger Eye Institute in Baltimore, where he served as chief resident, after initial training in general surgery at Northwestern. Dr. Winkler then undertook a two-year ASOPRS approved fellowship in Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.

He is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and is a member of the American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. His clinical expertise includes a wide range of oculofacial procedures, from functional repairs such as eyelid malposition and tear duct surgery to cosmetic enhancements like blepharoplasty and brow lifting. Dr. Winkler is dedicated to providing personalized care for conditions affecting the eyelids and surrounding structures.

Outside of his practice, Dr. Winkler enjoys making music, cycling, snowboarding, cooking, and spending time with his family.

Training

  • Northwestern

    General Surgery

    Northwestern University

    Residency
  • Ophthalmology

    Krieger Eye Institute

    Residency

Certifications & Licensure

Licensed In
IL
License Numbers
036.155291