Dr. Tayaba Azher

OphthalmologyComprehensive Ophthalmologist
Joliet, IL

Areas of Expertise

ocular surface diseases
minor eyelid procedures
various laser surgeries

About Me

Dr. Tayaba Azher grew up in the western suburbs of Chicago and earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology from Benedictine University, graduating Summa Cum Laude. She obtained her medical degree from Saint Louis University, where she was a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society and received The Merck Manual Award for academic excellence.

She completed her internal medicine training at West Suburban Medical Center in Oak Park, Illinois, and then specialized in ophthalmology at the University of Minnesota. During residency, she was involved in research, medical student teaching, and volunteering to provide eye care to underserved populations. Dr. Azher is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and her clinical interests include cataracts, glaucoma, ocular surface diseases, minor eyelid procedures, and various laser surgeries.

Dr. Azher joined Associated Ophthalmologists in 2022 and is excited to be back in Illinois with her husband and two children. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, traveling, reading, and hiking.

Training

  • Ophthalmology

    2022

    University of Minnesota Dept. of Ophthal

    Residency
  • Internal medicine

    2019

    West Suburban Hospital Medical Center

    Residency

Certifications & Licensure

Licensed In
IL
License Numbers
036161575

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