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Dr. Richard Grostern, MD

Dr. Richard Grostern, MD

Ophthalmology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Grostern, MD is an ophthalmologist in Chicago, IL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Rosalind Franklin University Chicago Medical School in 1995. He is affiliated with Rush University Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 7 reviews 5 Star Rating (7 reviews)

Practice

1725 W Harrison St Ste 918 Chicago, IL 60612
(312) 942-2734

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Grostern specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Grostern's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Grostern

5.0

7 ratings, 3 with a written review
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What went well
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
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Susan Dolan – Dec 05, 2019
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Chicago – May 16, 2018
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What went well
  • 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
7 people found this helpful
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Marla Rommel in Aurora, Ill – Dec 08, 2016
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  • Ophthalmology

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  • Rush Presby St Lukes

    Residency Hospital, 1999

  • Rush Presby St Lukes

    Internship Hospital, 1996

  • Rosalind Franklin University Chicago Medical School

    Medical School, 1995
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Univ. Ophthalmology Associates LTD.1725 W Harrison St Ste 918 Chicago, IL 60612
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Practice

Office5750 Old Orchard Rd Ste 500 Skokie, IL 60077
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Rush University Medical Center

    1653 W Congress Pkwy
    Chicago, IL 60612
    Recipient of 43
    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

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (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.

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

    3% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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