Charles Ahn, MD, Naperville Ophthalmologist

Charles S. Ahn, MD

Ophthalmology

4.6
408 Ratings
Years in Practice: 26 years
Practices In: Downers Grove, Naperville
Patients Seen: Adolescents and Adults

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.

Board Certifications
Ophthalmology
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
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

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

4.6
408 Ratings

Provider discussed treatment options

4.5
397 Ratings

Provider showed concern

4.6
405 Ratings

Provider explained things clearly

4.5
404 Ratings

Provider included you in decisions

4.6
396 Ratings

Likelihood of recommending this provider

4.6
404 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.
"Dr. Ahn took excellent care of me. He Is easy to talk with and explains things in an easy to understand manner. I'm very happy with the outcome of my procedures."
5
Jan. 25, 2023
"I did recommend him already"
5
Jan. 25, 2023
"Dr.Ahn is an excellent doctor,he has really helped my sister's eyes."
5
Jan. 20, 2023
"Dr. Ahn explained the proposed surgery in detail. He did not rush the appointment."
5
Jan. 20, 2023
"Dr. Ahn worked quickly to resolve my issue. He really seemed like he was concerned and respectful of my time."
5
Jan. 20, 2023
"Very quick and brushed off concerns."
3.5
Dec. 30, 2022
"Dr C Ahn is great."
5
Dec. 23, 2022
"*Dr. Ahn is extremely proficient in diagnosing the medical issues. He thoroughly explained my condition and the options and the risk involved. He also described the process thoroughly."
5
Dec. 19, 2022
"I have always received exceptional care from Dr. Ahn for my cataract surgery as well as preop and postop."
5
Dec. 14, 2022
"Dr Ahn is exceptional - wonderful doctor"
4.25
Dec. 13, 2022
"Dr Ahn is very compassionate and knowledgeable His experience and expertise is comforting, yet he is very down to earth in his demeanor"
5
Dec. 9, 2022
"Excellent experience"
5
Nov. 25, 2022
"Professional, personable, detailed, down to earth, easy to speak too & listens"
5
Nov. 7, 2022
"Awesome Customer Services"
5
Oct. 18, 2022
"Okay"
3.75
Oct. 2, 2022
"*Dr. Ahn is a wonderful and caring dr."
5
Sep. 28, 2022
"I was very, very impressed with Dr. Ahn. He managed to schedule in a laser procedure that was done in about 10 minutes so I didn't have to come back, especially since he's booked about 3 months out."
4.75
Sep. 17, 2022
"Dr. Charles Ahn provided a comprehensive summary of my vision problems. He explained the specific conditions that have contributed to blurred vision in my left eye."
5
Sep. 13, 2022
"Dr Ahn is excellent"
5
Sep. 2, 2022
"Dr Ahn is incredible and I could not be more blessed!"
5
Sep. 1, 2022
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