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Charles Ahn, MD, Naperville Ophthalmologist

Charles S. Ahn, MD

Ophthalmology

4.8
487 Ratings
Years in Practice: 28 years
Practices In: Downers Grove, Naperville
Patients Seen: Ages 13+

I believe in treat­ing patients with their best inter­est in mind and to treat them with com­pas­sion as I would want to be treat­ed. I strive to uti­lize the lat­est in tech­nol­o­gy, tech­niques and exper­tise in man­ag­ing patients to obtain the best pos­si­ble outcomes.

Locations

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Downers Grove

1327 Butterfield Road

Suite 618

Downers Grove, Illinois 60515

630-322-8300

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Naperville

808 Rickert Drive

Suite 201

Naperville, Illinois 60540

630-322-8300

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General Info
Hospital Affiliations
Languages
English, Korean
Awards & Accolades
Chicago Magazine, Top Doctors 2022
Resident Research Fellowship, University of Illinois 2000
Clinical Interests

Com­plex cataract surg­eries, Corneal trans­plan­ta­tions, Refrac­tive surgery

Personal Interests

Spend­ing time with my fam­i­ly, Human­i­tar­i­an work involv­ing mis­sion trips to pro­vide both med­ical and sur­gi­cal care to those in need, Ten­nis, Golf, Ski­ing, Ice hockey

Memberships
American Academy of Ophthalmology American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery Illinois Association of Ophthalmology International Society of Refractive Surgery
Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital
3815 Highland Avenue Downers Grove, Illinois 60515 630-275-2700 Get Directions
Edward Hospital
801 S. Washington St. Naperville, Illinois 60540 630-527-3000 Get Directions
Education
School
University of Michigan Medical School Graduation Date: 1993 Degree: MD
Residency
University of Illinois at Chicago Resident in Ophthalmology
Fellowships
University of Utah, John Moran Eye Center Cornea, External Disease and Refractive Surgery

Clinical Expertise

Procedures

Cataract Evaluation and Surgery, Cornea Transplant Surgery, DALK, DMEK, DSAEK, ICL Surgery, PKP, PRK, Phacoemulsification & Intraocular Lens Implants, Pterygium Surgery, Refractive Surgery, YAG Laser Iridotomy and Capsulotomy

Conditions

Eye Infections, Ocular Trauma

Ratings

Ratings Category

The Patient Satisfaction Rating score is an average of all responses to care provider related questions on our independent rating system, the Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Learn more about our patient satisfaction survey.

Patient Satisfaction Rating

4.8

Likelihood of recommending this provider

4.8
481 Ratings

Provider discussed treatment options

4.8
475 Ratings

Provider explained things clearly

4.8
485 Ratings

Provider included you in decisions

4.8
465 Ratings

Provider showed concern

4.8
484 Ratings

Comments

Comments are collected in our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Surveys. Patients are de-identified to protect confidentiality and patient privacy. Learn more about our patient satisfaction survey.
"Both doctor and nurse are superb! They give 100% attention care & advice to me during my visit. They are the best of the best!"
5
Sep. 29, 2024
"Dr. Ahn is a star and I feel very lucky to be able to receive his care"
5
Sep. 20, 2024
"Dr Ahn is exceptional. Explains everything and is very personable and professional."
5
Sep. 17, 2024
"The appointment was great. Dr. Ahn answered all my questions. I had no concerns when I left. The front desk staff was excellent, and very friendly. The technician was also excellent and answered my questions."
5
Sep. 7, 2024
"My experience is very good !"
5
Aug. 29, 2024
"Dr. Anh took care me very good also all the nurses that working with him."
4.8
Aug. 27, 2024
"Dr Ahn is one of the best providers that I see. Always answers my questions even if I think of something else after I leave, he will provide an answer through MyChart."
5
Aug. 20, 2024
"I have already recommended Charles Ahn MD to a friend of mine."
5
Aug. 18, 2024
"My experience was very good."
5
Aug. 18, 2024
"Dr Ahn is a very caring professional. He put me at ease and patiently answered all my questions."
5
Aug. 13, 2024
"DR. AHN IS A VERY CARING PHYSICAN."
5
Aug. 11, 2024
"Overall, I was very satisfied with my experience."
4.8
Aug. 9, 2024
"Overall excellent visit"
5
Aug. 4, 2024
"Very good care"
5
Aug. 4, 2024
"Dr. Charles Ahn is a outstanding, caring physician. Fortunate to be his patient."
5
Oct. 12, 2024
"Thumb up !"
5
Oct. 12, 2024
"Very good office visit"
5
Oct. 11, 2024
"Dr. Ahn is very welcoming, knowledgable, and professional. His thoroughness and genuine compassion made me feel comfortable."
5
Oct. 11, 2024
"Great clinic and great care"
5
Oct. 3, 2024
"Thus far, good experience"
5
Nov. 25, 2024
"Dr Ahn is top-notch professional. He is caring, efficient, and a credit to the profession."
5
Nov. 21, 2024
"I am happy with the professional care I got from the doctor"
5
Nov. 20, 2024
"I like Dr Ahn"
5
Nov. 15, 2024
"I have been a patient of Dr Ahn for 20+ years. He is a very respectful doctor, very knowledgeable, very personable and just a great person. I highly praise Dr. Ahn and his staff."
5
Nov. 14, 2024
"Dr. Ahn was very attentive and helpful. Was there for a 2nd opinion and he was highly recommended,"
4.6
Nov. 13, 2024
"All questions were answered and everyone was personable and professional"
5
Nov. 13, 2024
"Dr Ahn is an exceptional surgeon but just as important he is a very good man. He performed ICL surgery on my eyes almost 15 years ago. This procedure gave me the best vision of my life. When I began to develop cataracts I knew that there was only one person that I wanted to perform the surgery."
5
Nov. 7, 2024
"All handled to my satisfaction"
5
Nov. 6, 2024
"Appointment felt rushed - was told Dr had surgery shortly after appointment"
3.75
Nov. 1, 2024
"Good"
5
Nov. 1, 2024
"Dr. Ahn as usual was very professional."
4.6
Jan. 28, 2025
"Excellent service every time I visit"
5
Jan. 27, 2025
"Very brief appointment, but good!"
5
Jan. 24, 2025
"I appreciate the fact that Dr Ahn listened to me I listen to him and he has a great sense ofhumor."
5
Jan. 18, 2025
"This was a very positive experience"
4.8
Jan. 18, 2025
"The doctor was good. "
4
Jan. 17, 2025
"Dr. Ahn provided excellent care and was pleasant and professional."
5
Jan. 16, 2025
"Good"
5
Jan. 15, 2025
"Dr Ahn is the best!! Any other surgery he is the go to for my eyes!!"
5
Dec. 29, 2024
"ALWAYS A FAVORABLE EXPERIENCE."
5
Dec. 26, 2024
"Very good"
4.8
Dec. 23, 2024
"This medical team- doctor, technician, scheduler were unbelievably outstanding!!! "
5
Dec. 22, 2024
"Good experience. "
5
Dec. 22, 2024
"Dr. Ahn is the best eye doctor ever He did my surgery and I would recommend him anytime. He is very personable and answers all questions and an amazing surgeon."
5
Dec. 19, 2024
"Dr Ahn is Great"
5
Dec. 13, 2024
"No problem encountered"
5
Dec. 11, 2024
"Very friendly and personable Dr."
5
Dec. 6, 2024
"Too rushed, nice, but curt, Not sure what I expected, but something just wasn't totally right."
3.25
Dec. 6, 2024
"During my six year ophthalmic journey, Dr Ahn has been an integral part of my " team" of care. He is knowledgeable, compassionate, honest and clear. I am grateful for his care of me."
5
Dec. 5, 2024
"Very good"
5
Dec. 5, 2024
"Outstanding!"
5
Feb. 15, 2025
"Dr. Ahn is very professional and easy to understand as well as talk to. He is very straightforward about your options. I would recommend him highly."
5
Feb. 13, 2025
"Dr Ahn is the best !!!"
5
Feb. 13, 2025
"Dr. Ahn was very professional as well as his staff"
5
Mar. 28, 2025
"It has always been great. I am always treated well."
5
Mar. 28, 2025
"Excellent thru out."
5
Feb. 12, 2025
"Dr. Ahn was attentive and professional"
5
Mar. 26, 2025
"Dr. Ahn is a remarkable doctor who never rushes you and always answers all my questions."
5
Mar. 26, 2025
"Dr. Ahn was knowledgeable, professional, easy to talk with, and was looking out for my best medical interests."
4.75
Mar. 25, 2025
"my physician was excellent"
4.6
Feb. 9, 2025
"Dr Ahn is the absolute BEST."
5
Feb. 6, 2025
"Great experience"
5
Mar. 17, 2025
"Good experience"
5
Mar. 16, 2025
"Allgood was in good hands!"
5
Mar. 15, 2025
"I like Dr. Ahn. He is very thorough and professional during an exam."
5
Mar. 13, 2025
"Felt very secure with Dr. Ann. He took all the time he needed to go over my chart and become familiar with my medical history."
5
Mar. 13, 2025
"Dr. Ahn explained the cataract surgery thoroughly and answered all my questions. He was very patient and pleasant."
5
Mar. 8, 2025
"Dr Ahn made me feel very comfortable. Explained procedure and answered all questions."
5
Mar. 7, 2025
"Always great visit with Dr Ahn"
5
Mar. 7, 2025
"Dr. Ahn is a very caring .personble and extremely knowledgeable Dr. He explained and answered all my questions and concerns.. I was extremely anxious about my surgery but his calming manner and confidence helped ease much of my concern. He is an excellent doctor."
5
Mar. 1, 2025
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