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Illinois Retina Associates

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Illinois Retina Associates

Illinois Retina Associates is the Midwest’s leading retina practice. Our retina physicians have a century of combined experience.
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We specialize in diseases and surgery of the retina, macula, and vitreous, treating patients in Chicago, surrounding suburbs and Northwest Indiana. Illinois Retina Associates is devoted to diagnosing and treating diseases of the retina, macula, and vitreous. Find a location nearest to you: http://www.illinoisretina.com/locations/

08/06/2026

Dr. Ramon Lee combines advanced surgical expertise with a passion for improving retinal care through clinical research. As a Chicago native, he is proud to care for patients in the community he calls home, providing personalized treatment with compassion and respect while helping every patient achieve the best possible outcome. Learn more: https://www.illinoisretina.com/retina-specialists/dr-lee

08/04/2026

At Illinois Retina Associates, our focus is simple: to provide specialized retinal care with expertise, compassion, and the latest advancements in treatment. Whether you're visiting us for a routine evaluation or treatment for a complex retinal condition, our team is committed to helping you protect your vision every step of the way.

07/30/2026

Meet Karina Lopez, District Manager for our Rush and Oak Park locations. Since joining Illinois Retina Associates in 2018, Karina has embraced every opportunity to learn and grow, advancing through multiple clinical and operational roles. Her dedication, curiosity, and commitment to supporting both patients and staff continue to make a meaningful impact across the practice.

07/28/2026

Dr. Sohail Hasan, MD, PhD, FACS, FRCSC, brings a unique combination of clinical expertise, research, and advocacy to retinal care. From his early passion for vision science to his leadership in ophthalmology and patient advocacy, Dr. Hasan is dedicated to advancing treatments while delivering compassionate, personalized care. Outside of medicine, he enjoys photography, travel, and teaching Shotokan karate alongside his daughter. Learn more: https://www.illinoisretina.com/retina-specialists/dr-hasan

07/23/2026

A scleral buckle is a surgical procedure used to repair retinal detachments and help preserve vision. By placing a small band around the eye, retina specialists can help reposition and support the retina as it heals. At Illinois Retina Associates, our experienced surgeons provide advanced treatment options and personalized care for patients facing retinal emergencies. Learn more: https://www.illinoisretina.com/retinal-treatments/scleral-buckle

07/22/2026

🏆Congratulations to Site 2425 – United States – MacCumber on being named the Galaxy World Cup Champion!

Following six weeks of competition, collaboration, and dedicated recruitment efforts, we are proud to celebrate this outstanding achievement in the ONL1204-GA-002 Galaxy World Cup. This is a Phase 2 trial investigating Xelafaslatide for geographic atrophy (GA) in dry AMD developed by ONL Therapeutics.

Site 2425 (our own research team lead by Dr. Mathew MacCumber), achieved first place among participating sites worldwide. Through exceptional performance, consistency, and commitment to patient recruitment and enrollment.

We extend our sincere congratulations to the entire team for this remarkable accomplishment and thank everyone whose dedication and teamwork contributed to the success of the tournament and the continued advancement of the study.

Congratulations on this well-deserved achievement! 👏

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07/21/2026

Meet Robert Lea, MBA, CEO of Illinois Retina Associates. Since joining the practice in 2022, Robert has helped lead our continued growth while supporting the physicians, staff, and operations that make exceptional patient care possible. Outside of work, he enjoys volunteering with youth organizations and spending time with his wife and children.

07/20/2026

Illinois Retina Associates is proud to recognize Dr. Kourous Rezaei’s distinguished participation as the invited Keynote Speaker from United States at the 2026 Peking Retina International Meeting, held in Beijing, China.

The Peking Retina International Meeting is one of Asia's leading retina conferences, bringing together internationally recognized retina specialists to exchange the latest scientific knowledge, foster professional networking, and promote collaboration in clinical practice, research, and innovation in retinal surgery.

As the invited Keynote Speaker, Dr. Rezaei gave a lecture on Advancing Surgical Skills in the Digital Age and how to improve surgical skills to retina specialists from Asia.

Dr. Rezaei had the honor of moderating a prestigious international surgical session in which the leading retina surgeons from China, Japan, Germany, Singapore, and South Korea were invited to discuss the latest surgical techniques and developments in vitreoretinal surgery. Challenging surgical management of retinal detachment, macular hole, flipped intraocular lens and trauma were discussed.

The Peking Retina International Meeting's recognition of Dr. Rezaei’s efforts in educating retina specialists around the world exemplifies Dr. Rezaei’s commitment to advancing the science of retina care globally and improving visual outcomes for patients. His collaboration with leading global experts reinforces Illinois Retina Associates’ mission to provide state-of-the-art care and remain at the forefront of innovation in the treatment of retinal diseases.

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07/16/2026

Retinal tears and retinal detachments are serious eye conditions that can lead to permanent vision loss if left untreated. Warning signs may include new flashes, floaters, blurred peripheral vision, or a curtain-like shadow across your field of vision. Our specialists provide prompt evaluation and advanced treatment options to help protect and preserve your sight. Learn more: https://www.illinoisretina.com/retinal-health/retinal-tears-detachments

07/15/2026

CASE OF THE MONTH

History: A 49-year-old female with no known past medical history was referred for retinal hemorrhages in her right eye (OD). The patient endorsed seeing a “brown, smudge-like floater” starting 3 weeks prior.

Exam: Visual acuity was 20/40 OD and 20/25 in the left eye (OS) and intraocular pressures were normal in both eyes (OU). There were no notable anterior segment findings OU. Posterior segment exam OD demonstrated intraretinal hemorrhage within the macula, scattered peripheral retinal hemorrhages, and two Roth spots temporally. Posterior exam OS was unremarkable.

OCT OD demonstrated mild inner retinal hyperreflectivity over the area of intraretinal hemorrhage. OCT OS was unremarkable. IVFA was without neovascularization or ischemia OD or OS.

The various etiologies of Roth spots were discussed with the patient. The patient was referred urgently to her P*P for work-up.

Differential Diagnosis:
• Hypertensive Retinopathy
• Diabetic Retinopathy
• Anemia
• Hypercoagulable State
• Leukemia
• Carotid Stenosis
• Subacute Bacterial Endocarditis

Discussion: The patient was subsequently diagnosed with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL). At her next visit she was found to have developed peripheral retinal hemorrhages OS. Leukemic retinopathy is a retinal vascular manifestation of systemic leukemia, characterized by indirect changes secondary to hematologic derangements. Such changes occur from a combination of anemia, thrombocytopenia, leukostasis, or hyperviscosity in the setting of bone marrow failure. Diagnosis involves findings of Roth spots (white-centered hemorrhages), multi-layered intraretinal hemorrhages, macular edema, inner retinal layer disruptions on OCT, or fluorescein angiography revealing areas of capillary nonperfusion alongside microaneurysms. Visual outcomes are variable and depend on the promptness of systemic chemotherapy and the successful regression of the underlying hematologic abnormalities.

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Address

71 West 156th Street
Harvey, IL
60426

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8am - 4:30pm
Friday	8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+17085968710

Website

https://www.illinoisretina.com/

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