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Dr. John Chu, MD

Ophthalmology*
3.8 (6)
Map Pin Small Aurora, IL
Accepting new patients
30 years of experience

Overview of Dr. John Chu, MD

Dr. John Chu, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Aurora, IL. They specialize in Ophthalmology, has 30 years of experience, and is board certified in Ophthalmology. They graduated from HARVARD Medical School and is affiliated with Rush Copley Medical Center. Dr. Chu, completed a residency at L A Co Usc Medical Center|Mt Auburn Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Chu an average 3.8 star rating.

Dr. Chu works at Advocate Health Care in Aurora, IL. They frequently treat conditions like Ocular Hypertension, Diabetic Cataracts and Diabetic Retinopathy along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Chu's Office Locations

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    Advocate Medical Group - Highland - Ophthalmology
    1221 N Highland Ave, Aurora, IL 60506 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (630) 264-8800

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  • Rush Copley Medical Center

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Chalazion
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Visual Field Defects
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Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Anterior Vitrectomy
B-Scan Ultrasound
Blepharoplasty
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Ultrasound
Vision Screening
Vitrectomy (incl. Macular Hole Repair)
Vitreoretinal Surgery
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    About Dr. John Chu, MD

    Specialties*
    • Ophthalmology

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    Years of Experience
    • 30 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Chinese
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    • 1548285844
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    Education & Certifications

    Residency
    • L A Co Usc Medical Center|Mt Auburn Hospital
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • HARVARD Medical School
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Ophthalmology
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    Dr. John Chu, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Chu is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Chu has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Chu has seen patients for Ocular Hypertension, Diabetic Cataracts and Diabetic Retinopathy, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Chu on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    6 patients have reviewed Dr. Chu. The overall rating for this provider is 3.8. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Chu.

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