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Dr. Alan Kwon Chow, MD

Dr. Alan Kwon Chow, MD

Ophthalmology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Alan Kwon Chow, MD is an ophthalmologist in Glen Ellyn, IL and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine in 1976. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital and Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 23 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (23 reviews)

Practice

386 Pennsylvania Ave Ste 3N Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Telehealth available
(630) 858-4411

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Kwon Chow specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Kwon Chow's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kwon Chow

4.2
23 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 star
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3 star
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1 star
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The reason my son has depth perception.
Dr. Chow is the reason my son has depth-perception. Had I not visited him 10 years ago, I would not have understood that the brain locks in dual eye usage by 12 years. Fixing lazy eyes needs to start EARLY, and no one had ever told me that before. I would have kicked myself if I found out too late - but DR. CHOW! Oh and he helped me too - by correcting one of my prior surgeries from almost 50 years ago. Highly, highly, highly recommend.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Laura Linares – Jul 23, 2023
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Highly Recommend!
Dr Chow is a phenomenal eye surgeon. I have been told for DECADES that my misaligned eyes would require prism weighted glasses, with NO other options. So I searched for a strabismus surgeon who cares for adults (as well as babies/children) with misaligned eyes. After researching for months, Dr Chow's education, innovations, and reputation stood out above all others. I had surgery on both eyes May 2023, outpatient so I was home the same morning. No pain. I followed his directions explicitly and the recovery was amazingly quick. At my 2 week checkup, Dr Chow told me that the operation on both eyes was totally successful. I can see one image now and have my binocular focus back! My grown son said I look amazing and different, more attentive and symmetrical. My daughter said I looked beautiful. I am extremely happy because I can see the world with amazing focus for the first time in my life! Thank you ever so much Dr Chow!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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May 24, 2023
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Dr Chow has been our opthalmologist for over twenty years. A top doctor located in the heart of Glen Ellyn. Very Covid safe office.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Kay Bertholdt – Feb 19, 2021
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Not very good. Charges $39.00 each visit. I have insurance so I should not be charged anything. He prescribed glasses that did not work.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 02, 2020
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Dr. Chow is an outstanding ophthalmologist. He is extremely thorough and committed. Our family has faced some challenging issues, and Dr. Chow has pursued every potential explanation. While we don’t have a reason for our daughter’s visual field defects, or a diagnosis as of yet, Dr. Chow is continuing to explore potential causes and the appropriate course of action. Both he and Heather have made themselves accessible for consultation with other physicians, as well as ourselves, in our continuous quest. We couldn’t ask for a better team, and are extremely grateful to have them in our court.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Susan in Batavia , IL – Sep 11, 2019
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HE IS THE BEST!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 27, 2019
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My son had been a patient of Dr. Chow for several years and he diagnosed his strabismus and has performed 2 surgeries on his eyes. Dr Chow takes is time to explain in grate detail what his findings are and how to proceed. I have complete trust in Dr. Chow and would not go to any other Opthalmologist. I drive well over an hour to see him! Thanks to Dr. Chow and Heather for all they do!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Happy Patient's Mother in Rockford, IL – Oct 05, 2018
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Dr Chow has performed strabismus surgery on me twice - about 24 years apart, (last one last month) once per eye. Both were very much needed, and very successful. He is dedicated, deeply experienced and professional.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Lombard, IL – Sep 22, 2018
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My son had crossed eyes and Dr chow fixed them through surgery to make them perfectly straight!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Kerry j in Streamwood, il – May 15, 2016
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He is so amazing. I trusted his opinion completely. He did an amazing job on my sons eye surgery. I felt like we were in great hands with Dr. Chow.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Mar 01, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Alan Kwon Chow, MD is an ophthalmologist in Glen Ellyn, IL and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine in 1976. He is affiliated with medical facilities such...read more

  • Ophthalmology

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  • Loyola University Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1976
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Office386 Pennsylvania Ave Ste 3N Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital

    25 N Winfield Rd
    Winfield, IL 60190
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2022)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    15% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital

    300 Randall Rd
    Geneva, IL 60134
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Alexian Brothers Medical Center 1

    800 Biesterfield Rd
    Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
    Recipient of 31
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    73%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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