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Dr. Lawrence Wolin, MD

Dr. Lawrence Wolin, MD

Ophthalmology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Lawrence Wolin, MD is an ophthalmologist in Arlington Heights, IL and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine in 1978. He is affiliated with Northwest Community Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 48 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (48 reviews)

Practice

1602 W Central Rd Arlington Heights, IL 60005
Telehealth available

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Dr. Wolin's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Wolin

3.9
48 ratings, 37 with a written review
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2 star
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1 star
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Excellent!
I toldDr. Wolin that Iwas 'terrified' of the shot that is given in your eye. I was assured I wouldn't know when I had it. During pre-op preparations, Dr. Wolin asked if I was ready for the shot. I said yes, but Dr. Wolin said it happened about ten minutes ago. That was 13 years ago; when I leave my house on a sunny day, I have Dr. Wolin to thank for the 5D perspective I have on looking at trees and everything around me.
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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Oct 27, 2024
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Not patient friendly
20-year patient. Treat you like you never been there before. Front office worse than DMV. More concerned about paperwork and masks than you. Long wait, with appointment. No private insurance. I'm done. Walked out and won't return. Shows no appreciation for the business. What socialized medicine might look like.
What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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Felix – Dec 21, 2022
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No care in healthcare here
My very elderly mother saw Dr. Wolin who detected something during an exam and recommended a specialist. Outside the door, a nurse said loud enough for my mother to hear, “Mrs (my mothers last name) most likely has a tumor. Needless to say this unnerved my mother greatly. Dr Wolins office set up the appointment with the specialist and gave my mother the information. When we arrived at the specialists office we were told that the appointment was at a different location 20 minutes away. We drove to the other location, and at the end of the visit found out Dr Wolin referred the wrong eye specialist! Unbelievable, find a different doctor.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Sep 27, 2022
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Excellent care
Dr Wolin explained what my condition was and how the treatment plan for it works. That makes a big difference for me in following the plan and knowing when to go back in, if we need to try something else. Really appreciated the time he took to explain.
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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Aug 02, 2022
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The front office is efficient and personable, the medical support staff is knowledgeable and friendly . Doctor is focused and up to date on all matters of the eyes as well as an accomplished artisan/artist, and the back office will insure that all matters of billing and insurance are correctly and timely.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • 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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The eyes have it – Mar 24, 2021
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Extremely unsatisfied with results of cataract surgery. Not at all what we discussed. wanted to retain near signitsened and this is not at all what happened. He does not seem capable at listening to patients and seems not to be able to effectively perform the surgery that was discussed during appointments. If looking for a cataract surgeon look further than him. seems to be in it all for the money generated by the cataract surgery. Do NOT RECOMMEDNT if you want the results you are expecting.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
2 others found this helpful
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Mar 21, 2021
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I was in need of, first- immediate care surgery for a heretofore self-neglected eyelid growth, then- immediate care for an accidently scratched cornea, then- maintenance for two conditions, one of which will be provided only if and when I "see" the need. Such excellent specialized visits provided so calmly and personably by Dr. Wolin are well above and beyond anything I could have imagined.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Anthony S. – Jul 14, 2020
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Unbelievable results
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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Jul 10, 2018
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The staff and Dr Wolin had me feeling positive after each visit
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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Mar 20, 2018
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Great experience
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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Mar 20, 2018
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We recommend him highly to all our friends
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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Mar 14, 2018
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I have only had good experience
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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Mar 14, 2018
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Will always trust Dr. Wolin with my eye. Very caring doctor and staff.
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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Mar 13, 2018
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He was God sent because of him I can now see.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 13, 2018
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Extremely knowlegdeable
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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Mar 06, 2018
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Team effort to provide excellent care
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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Mar 06, 2018
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Great explanation and customer service
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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Mar 06, 2018
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Years of trust with contact lenses ,glasses, and now with cataract surgery
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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Feb 21, 2018
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The result speak for themselves, we trust him. the staff were nice.
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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Feb 13, 2018
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Never felt rushed very relaxed experience.
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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Feb 13, 2018
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Lawrence Wolin has been a practicing ophthalmologist at Northwest Ophthalmology since 1982. He specializes in laser-assisted cataract surgery, multifocal and toric intraocular lens implants. He also maintains surgical expertise in refractive...read more

biography

Dr. Lawrence Wolin has been practicing Ophthalmology for more than 35 years. He has been serving Arlington Heights, Illinois area.
  • Ophthalmology

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  • Michael Reese Hospital Medical Center In Chicago

    Residency Hospital
  • Mount Sinai Hospital In Chicago

    Internship Hospital
  • Northwestern University

    Undergraduate School
  • Loyola University Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1978
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Office1602 W Central Rd Arlington Heights, IL 60005
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Northwest Community Hospital

    800 W Central Rd
    Arlington Heights, IL 60005
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

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

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

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