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Dr. Kathryn Winkler, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 38
Dr. Kathryn Winkler, MD
5.0 (35 Ratings)
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Dr. Kathryn Winkler, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Des Plaines, IL.
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Dr. Kathryn Winkler, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 38
Des Plaines, IL
Accepting new patients
Dr. Kathryn Winkler, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Des Plaines, IL.

About

Dr. Winkler graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine. Dr. Kathryn Winkler, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Des Plaines, IL. Dr. Winkler currently practices at Chicagoland Oculoplastics Consultants, PLLC and are affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, Northwest Community Hospital and Silver Cross Hospital. Dr. Winkler has experience treating conditions like Stye and Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis) among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Winkler received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 35 times. Dr. Winkler's office accepts new patients. Dr. Winkler is board certified in Ophthalmology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Stye
Eyelid Surgery
Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis)
Stye
Eyelid Surgery
Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis)
Stye
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Eyelid Surgery
Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis)
Brow Ptosis
Chalazion
Entropion
Orbital Fracture
Blepharorrhaphy
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Blocked Tear Duct
Corneal Diseases
Diplopia
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Dry Eyes
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Ectropion of Eyelid
Eye Infections
Eyelid Disorders
Headache
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Keratitis
Lacrimal Gland Disorder
Paralytic Strabismus
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Retinal Vascular Occlusion
Strabismus
Tear Duct Disorders
Thyroid Eye Disease
Trichiasis
Blepharoplasty
Conjunctivoplasty
Dacryocystorhinostomy
Reconstructive Eyelid Surgery
Repair of Brow Ptosis and Blepharoptosis
Repair of Entropion or Ectropion
Tear Duct Surgery
Acute Endophthalmitis
Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Anisocoria
Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
Bell's Palsy
Benign Neoplasm of Eye
Blepharitis
Blindness
Cataract
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Chronic Dacryoadenitis
Chronic Endophthalmitis
Conjunctival Hemorrhage
Contusion of the Eyeball
Corneal Abrasion or Laceration
Corneal Erosion
Dacryoadenitis
Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Endophthalmitis
Esotropia
Exotropia
Eye Cancer
Eye Melanoma
Eye Pain
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Eyeball Contusion
Eyelid Spasm
Floaters
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Glaucoma
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Hordeolum
Keratoconus
Lagophthalmos
Malignant Neoplasm of Eye
Orbital Cellulitis
Purulent Endophthalmitis
Retinal Detachment and Retinal Tear
Senile Cataracts
Serous Detachment Retina
Squamous Blepharitis
Visual Field Defects
B-Scan Ultrasound
Canthoplasty and Canthopexy
Canthotomy
Enucleation of Eye
Excision of Chalazion
Eye Test
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Farnsworth Lantern Test
Ocular Surface Reconstruction
Orbital Decompression and Orbitotomy
Repair of Lid Retraction
Ultrasound
Vision Screening

Insurance Accepted

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Locations

  1. 1 Chicagoland Oculoplastics
    940 Lee St Ste 200, Des Plaines, IL 60016
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (224) 567-8480
    Monday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    09:00 - 18:30
    Friday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  2. 2 Stephen A. Vile MD SC
    940 Lee St, Des Plaines, IL 60016
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (847) 299-5501
    Monday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    09:00 - 18:30
    Friday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  3. 3 Geneva Opticians LTD
    1000 Randall Rd Ste 100, Geneva, IL 60134
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (630) 232-1282
  4. 4 Medical and Heart Clinic
    1604 W Central Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60005
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (847) 394-1414
    Monday
    08:00 - 19:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 18:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 18:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 19:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 16:00
  5. 5 Office
    1555 N Barrington Rd Ste 330, Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (855) 730-7828
  6. 6 Amber Laser LLC
    963 N 129th Infantry Dr, Joliet, IL 60435
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (815) 729-3777

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Jan 22, 2025
As this was my first appointment with Dr. Winkler I find her extremely knowledgeable regarding her chosen profession. She is very patient and explains every aspect of the causes of the problem and the procedures to correct them. I’ll more to say after the procedures.
Ken Wuestenfeld — Jan 22, 2025
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Specialties*
Ophthalmology
Oculoplastic Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Illinois College of Medicine
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Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Kathryn Winkler, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Winkler's profile.

Dr. Winkler frequently treats the following conditions: Stye and Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis). See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Kathryn Winkler, MD is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, Northwest Community Hospital and Silver Cross Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Kathryn Winkler, MD holds board certification in Ophthalmology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital

    300 Randall Rd, Geneva, IL

  • Northwest Community Hospital

    800 W Central Rd, Arlington Heights, IL

  • Silver Cross Hospital

    1900 Silver Cross Blvd, New Lenox, IL