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Kirk Eye Center Kirk Eye Center has been the premier choice for eye care in the Chicago area for more than 50 years.

Kirk Eye Center in River Forest, IL is a premier ophthalmology practice providing high-quality eye care for Chicago area patients. The family-run practice is led by a team of highly trained and experienced eye specialists, including board-certified ophthalmologists Dr. Kent Kirk, Dr. Scott Kirk, Dr. Carter Kirk, Dr. Tyler Kirk, Dr. Walter Fried, and board-certified optometrist Dr. Dean Bauer. Together, these doctors have a wealth of knowledge to provide the highest quality of medical and surgical vision care. They specialize in general eye health services, traditional and laser cataract surgery with premium IOLs like Symfony, Multifocal, or Toric, LASIK, PRK, blepharoplasty, BOTOX, and implantable contact lenses by Visian. The main River Forest facility has an on-site optical center with a large selection of top-quality frames and contact lenses. Outpatient surgeries to address various eye concerns are performed at the on-site, AAAHC-accredited ambulatory surgery center.

Did you know cataract surgery doesn't have to mean choosing just one type of lens?Today's premium IOL options can be sel...
10/02/2026

Did you know cataract surgery doesn't have to mean choosing just one type of lens?

Today's premium IOL options can be selected based on your eye health, visual needs, and goals after surgery. Kirk Eye Center offers advanced options including Light Adjustable, multifocal, and toric lenses, allowing your surgeon to personalize your cataract treatment.

The right lens isn't necessarily the same for every patient. Find out which option may be right for you by calling 708-726-6191 or visiting kirkeye.com.

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09/28/2026

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What if you could treat glaucoma before it begins affecting your everyday vision?Glaucoma often requires long-term monit...
09/24/2026

What if you could treat glaucoma before it begins affecting your everyday vision?

Glaucoma often requires long-term monitoring and individualized treatment. Depending on the type and severity, Kirk Eye Center offers a range of options, including laser treatments, minimally invasive glaucoma surgery, and other surgical approaches.

The earlier glaucoma is identified, the sooner your doctor can develop a plan to help protect your vision.

Call 708-726-6191 or visit kirkeye.com to schedule your eye exam.

What if managing glaucoma didn't always mean relying on eye drops every day?Advances in glaucoma care have given patient...
09/22/2026

What if managing glaucoma didn't always mean relying on eye drops every day?

Advances in glaucoma care have given patients more treatment options than ever before. Depending on the severity of your glaucoma and your individual needs, laser treatments and minimally invasive procedures may help control eye pressure and protect your vision.

The right treatment starts with understanding your eyes. Call 708-726-6191 or visit kirkeye.com to schedule your evaluation.

What if clearer vision could mean getting back to the things you love?Cataracts can gradually make everyday activities l...
09/18/2026

What if clearer vision could mean getting back to the things you love?

Cataracts can gradually make everyday activities like reading, driving, or enjoying time outdoors more difficult. Modern cataract surgery can replace the cloudy natural lens with an advanced intraocular lens selected around your vision and lifestyle.

At Kirk Eye Center, cataract care is personalized from your initial evaluation through your lens selection and recovery.

Ready to learn about your options? Call 708-726-6191 or visit kirkeye.com to schedule your cataract consultation.

Want more say in how you see after cataract surgery? 👓 The Light Adjustable Lens lets you experience your vision in the ...
09/17/2026

Want more say in how you see after cataract surgery? 👓

The Light Adjustable Lens lets you experience your vision in the real world, then fine-tune it with your surgeon before it locks in. Especially helpful with astigmatism or prior LASIK. Learn how it works. ➡️ https://glcl.link/pu20

09/16/2026

We are excited to announce our Glen Ellyn location is moving to a new, larger location in Downers Grove!
We will start seeing patients in the Downers Grove location starting September 25th.

📍3800 Highland Ave Suite 100
Downers Grove, IL
(630)858-4660

We look forward to seeing you soon!

09/15/2026

New options are giving patients with dry macular degeneration more reason for hope.

Dr. Tyler Kirk shares an exciting update on Valeda Light Therapy, a noninvasive treatment that uses short, painless light therapy sessions designed to help improve retinal function. After seeing encouraging results in patients over the past year, Kirk Eye Center is excited to make this treatment available to more people.

With Medicare coverage now available, more patients may have access to this innovative treatment option.

If you or someone you love is living with dry macular degeneration, talk with our team to find out if Valeda Light Therapy may be right for you.

Call 708-726-6191 or visit kirkeye.com to schedule a consultation.

Meet Dr. Suzanne Kirk, MDWhat makes eye care truly personal? For Dr. Suzanne Kirk, it starts with a lifelong connection ...
09/14/2026

Meet Dr. Suzanne Kirk, MD

What makes eye care truly personal? For Dr. Suzanne Kirk, it starts with a lifelong connection to the community and the Kirk Eye Center family.

Born and raised in River Forest, Dr. Kirk grew up surrounded by ophthalmologists and saw firsthand the difference better vision can make in a person's life. Before and throughout medical school, she also gained firsthand surgical experience working alongside her father, uncle, and cousins, helping inspire her passion for the precision and detail of ophthalmic surgery.

Dr. Kirk earned her medical degree from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine with Research Honors, completed her ophthalmology residency at Loyola University Medical Center as Chief Resident, and went on to complete a fellowship in Cataract and Refractive Surgery at Cleveland Eye Clinic.

Now, Dr. Suzanne Kirk is proud to bring her expertise back to the community she calls home.

Serving patients in Chicago, Gurnee, and River Forest.

Call 708-726-6191 or visit kirkeye.com to learn more about Dr. Suzanne Kirk and schedule an appointment.

Have you been told LASIK isn't an option for you?EVO ICL gives some patients another path to vision correction. This imp...
09/10/2026

Have you been told LASIK isn't an option for you?

EVO ICL gives some patients another path to vision correction. This implantable lens can be an option for patients with higher prescriptions or corneal characteristics that may make laser vision correction less suitable.

At Kirk Eye Center, we offer multiple approaches to modern vision correction so your treatment can be matched to your eyes, prescription, and lifestyle.

Find out if EVO ICL could be right for you. Call 708-726-6191 or visit kirkeye.com to schedule a consultation.

Address

7427 Lake St
River Forest, IL
60305

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+17086279400

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