David J. Palmer, MD
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Practice Focus Areas
Education
- Medical Education:
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MD, University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine - 1980
- Internship:
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Michael Reese Hospital and Medical Center - 1981
- Residency:
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University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago - 1984
- Fellowships:
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Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary/Harvard Medical School - 1985
Board Certifications
- American Board of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology (Certified)
Faculty Profile
Clinical Associate Professor, Feinberg School of MedicinePractice Groups and Affiliations
- Medical Group:
- Northwestern Medical Group
- Alignment Category:
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Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
- On Medical Staff At:
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Northwestern Lake Forest HospitalNorthwestern Memorial Hospital
Ratings and Reviews
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Reviews from Patients
Reviews from Patients
April 01, 2024
5.0 star star star star starI've already recommended Dr. Palmer right after I had an appointment with him and his team last Friday PM. they did a wonderful job, no mentioned they spent more then 2 hours to check my eyes and explained everything in details. This is the best team in NW!!! Thanks Dr. Palmer. [patient's full name]
March 26, 2024
5.0 star star star star starDr. Palmer provides Excellent Medical Services! He is very astute in his field & keeps in touch with the latest Researchs & Progresses in the field. In addition he cares about people. He listens carefully to your Qpuestions & Concerns.
February 27, 2024
5.0 star star star star starDr.Palmer is a great doctor.He e He was very understanding and listens to your concerns.He takes time with the patient to help me with their health issues.I high recommend him to anyone looking for dr. Ophthmology.
February 23, 2024
5.0 star star star star starI was extremely impressed even before I was seen by Dr. Palmer when he stopped at the door to just say hello and told me he’d be with me soon. Having been a health care professional before retiring, it was always something I tried to do as well and I always knew that patients appreciated it. Once he began examining me, he was very thorough, explaining everything. He was also very much at ease and made me feel the same.
February 15, 2024
5.0 star star star star starDid an excellent job on the procedure performed! He made sure my condition was addressed timely, as well as making sure that the procedure was moved along in a prompt manner. I can see perfectly - totally amazing! Very grateful to Dr. Palmer & his staff!
January 29, 2024
5.0 star star star star starI have been with Dr. Palmer for about 7 years. I trust him, he always gives my eyes a thorough examination and explains everything to me. He is a very busy Doctor because he is so good that’s why I will travel wherever he is practicing.
January 26, 2024
5.0 star star star star starDr. Palmer is capable, professional, knowledgeable and thorough. He spends as much time as you need, answers all questions with thoughtful responses which a lay person is able to understand. Really enjoyed our session.
Disclosures
External Professional Relationships
Pharmaceutical, device, and biotechnology companies frequently collaborate with basic scientists and physicians within an academic medical center to help advance science and improve patient care. These relationships are important in achieving scientific breakthroughs and in establishing the effectiveness and safety of promising new therapies. In order to assure objectivity in clinical research and patient care, the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine (Feinberg), Northwestern Memorial HealthCare, Children's Hospital of Chicago Medical Center, and the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab have adopted integrity policies that require research and clinical faculty (in full-time, part-time, and unpaid/voluntary categories) to report compensated and uncompensated external industry relationships. Patients are encouraged to discuss these disclosures with their physician as well as to inquire as to how these relationships are overseen by Feinberg. To learn more about our Disclosure and Professional Integrity Policy, and the conflict of interest policies of our joint affiliate survey partners, please go to our Office for Regulatory Affairs Policies page.