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Chicago's Leading Retina Specialists
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Premier Provider for Retinal and Macular Care
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University Retina’s doctors are all board-certified ophthalmologists who have additional subspecialty training in the diagnosis and management of diseases of the retina, vitreous, and macula.

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7 Convenient Locations

Serving the greater Chicago area, all University Retina offices are equipped with state-of-the-art technology.

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Welcome To

University Retina

University Retina is a full-service practice that specializes in helping patients heal eyesight-robbing diseases of the retina, vitreous, and macula. Led by a team of board-certified ophthalmologists and retina specialists with dedication to education, technology, charity, and compassionate care. Our team strives to provide patients with the highest level of retinal care in the world by utilizing state-of-the-art technology. The team at University Retina looks forward to helping you resolve your symptoms, regain your eye health, and live the healthiest life possible.

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Outcomes

With a dedication to education, technology, charity, and compassionate care, the University Retina team strives to provide patients with the highest level of retinal care in the world.

Technology

All University Retina offices are equipped with state-of-the-art technology, and each patient’s treatment plan includes the most current and effective therapies or services available.

Experience

The physicians diagnose and treat retinal-related conditions, including macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal detachment repair, and other disorders of the retina, vitreous, and macula.

Patient Care

"I love going to University Retina. The staff is friendly and professional which helps put you at ease when you are worried about your eyesight. They walk you through each step of what they are doing for your eye care." - Derryl

Conditions

Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is an eye disorder that primarily affects older adults, leading to the gradual loss of sharp, central vision. This central vision is crucial for tasks that require seeing fine details, such as reading and driving.

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Conditions

Macular Degeneration (AMD)

Macular degeneration is a common eye condition that affects the central vision, making it difficult to see fine details or even recognize faces in the advanced stages. At University Retina, we specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of macular degeneration using the latest techniques and technologies.

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Conditions

Diabetic Eye Disease

Do you have diabetes? You may be at a higher risk of developing diabetic eye disease. The trusted and experienced ophthalmologists at University Retina treat many eye conditions, including diabetic eye disease.

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Conditions

Retinal Detachment

Do you have spots, floaters, or flashes of light that disturb your vision? These can indicate a severe problem with your retina that may permanently affect your eyesight. At University Retina, our team of board-certified ophthalmologists and retina specialists can restore your vision and ensure the long-term health of your eyes.

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Conditions

Macular Holes and Macular Pucker

The macula is a small part of the retina responsible for central vision and is crucial for daily activities such as reading, driving, and recognizing faces. At University Retina, our team of retinal specialists have extensive experience in diagnosing and treating conditions that affect the macula, including macular pucker and macular holes.

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Conditions

Vitreous Disease

Vitreous Disease refers to a group of conditions that affect the vitreous, a gel-like substance that fills the back of the eye. At University Retina, our team of specialists is dedicated to providing expert care and treatment for those with vitreous disease, using the latest technologies and techniques to preserve and restore vision.

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Cutting Edge

Retinal Technology

University Retina in Chicago offers advanced diagnostic technologies for retinal conditions, including ultrawide field color imaging, fluorescein angiography, indocyanine green (ICG) angiography, optical coherence tomography (OCT), and B-scan ocular ultrasound. These non-invasive tests assist specialists in evaluating and diagnosing various retinal issues, such as diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, retinal detachment, and ocular tumors, by providing detailed images of the retina and its blood vessels.

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High-Quality

Retinal Treatments

University Retina in Chicago offers a comprehensive range of treatments for retinal conditions. These include intravitreal injections to deliver medication directly into the eye's vitreous cavity, addressing issues like age-related macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy. Laser therapy provides a non-invasive approach to treat diabetic eye disease, retinal tears, and detachments by sealing leaking blood vessels and preventing further damage. For more complex cases, surgical procedures like vitrectomy are performed to remove the vitreous gel and repair retinal damage.

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What Our Patients Say

"Dr. Rama Jager and his team are world class. You won't find another physician with this level of skill and compassion.""

- Bryan

"Dr. Jager is the most compassionate and capable doctor I've had the pleasure of knowing. My 66 y/o father had floaters in his eye and got an appointment and (painless) laser procedure within the SAME DAY. Dr. Jager took the time to explain what was wrong and gave a clear solution to my dad's problem. The floaters are gone and, more importantly, our family has been given a peace of mind!""

- Ambika

"Dr. Jager and Byun were awesome! They were very professional and actually cared about my health and vision. The Oak Forest location was by far, fairly priced compared to other local retina specialists. The staff were friendly and the open availability for appointments are immediate. I definitely recommend University Retina. You wont regret it!""

- Tabitha

"I had an eye emergency after cataract surgery that needed to be looked at immediately. Dr. George saw me in the Downers Grove office as soon as I could get there. He gave me the treatment I needed for surgery 5 days later. He and his team are professional experts who treat the patient with kindness and respect. I highly recommend him and his team.""

- Carolyn

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