Gary S. Lissner, MD

Gary S. Lissner, MD

4.9 
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Primary Specialty

Ophthalmic Plastic, Orbital and Reconstructive Surgery

Secondary Specialty

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine - 1974
Residency:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 1978
Fellowships:
University of Toronto - 1979

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Associate Professor, Feinberg School of Medicine

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Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:
Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:
Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:
Northwestern Memorial Hospital

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4.9
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April 29, 2024

5.0

Explained procure very well

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April 23, 2024

5.0

Great depth of knowledge.

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April 18, 2024

5.0

Careful

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April 15, 2024

5.0

Dr Lissner is very thorough in the post-op visits. He examined my eye and incision carefully and thoroughly, and noticed a few sutures were rubbing my eye, so he went ahead to remove the sutures though they are supposed to dissolve by themselves. This made my eye feel a lot more comfortable. Thanks for his caring.

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April 12, 2024

5.0

Excellent physician, superb outcome of my procedure. Friendly. Thorough. Experienced

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April 03, 2024

5.0

He was nice

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April 03, 2024

4.0

Dr. Lissner is all of the above, as are my other NM docs.

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April 02, 2024

5.0

He is very good and thorough.

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March 29, 2024

5.0

Dr Lissner is excellent. He took the time explaining the surgery plan to me and answered all my questions. He even called at the weekend to give detailed instructions on how to prep for the surgery. Before and after the surgery, he came to talk to me again expressing his care. I feel confident and comfort in his care.

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March 28, 2024

5.0

Dr. Lissner took his time to check me out. He was thorough in his assessment. He explained everything. He answered my questions and gave me literature to review and discussed it with me. Excellent doctor.

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March 23, 2024

5.0

I think he’s very great and knows what he does so well

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March 19, 2024

4.0

Dr. Lissner seems knowledgeable and skilled--he has been doing this type of surgery for decades.

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March 15, 2024

5.0

Done all my surgeries

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March 14, 2024

5.0

Very good

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March 12, 2024

5.0

Excellent doctor. Explains well. Answers all my questions. Personable.

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March 09, 2024

5.0

Extremely knowledgeable and caring.

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March 07, 2024

5.0

Dr. Lissner explained the whole procedure well and it went just as he said.

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March 07, 2024

5.0

He listened to my concerns and took his time explaining

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March 06, 2024

5.0

He’s very thorough

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March 06, 2024

5.0

He is an excellent doctor.

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March 04, 2024

5.0

Knowledgeable, thorough, great guidance. His team is also great. I’m still mid healing, but very pleased so far.

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February 25, 2024

5.0

Excellent physician

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February 23, 2024

4.0

Thorough

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February 22, 2024

5.0

I appreciate his thoroughness and discussion of my options.

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February 22, 2024

5.0

Clearly explains the procedure and thoroughly answer questions.

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February 21, 2024

5.0

Ability

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February 21, 2024

5.0

This is my first time to see Dr Lissner. He took the time to carefully exam my eyes and then explained the problems to me. He also answered all my questions. He even taught me a temporary way to ease the problem so that I’ll feel better before the surgery.

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February 21, 2024

5.0

He is wonderful and very attentive and understanding

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February 20, 2024

5.0

Dr Gary Lissner takes good care of my needs with due diligence and empathy.

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February 09, 2024

5.0

I've been going to him many years

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February 08, 2024

5.0

Very thorough.

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February 07, 2024

5.0

Knowledgeable and funny Clear and concise answers to questions Willing to take questions and time with the patient

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February 05, 2024

5.0

He was very good

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February 05, 2024

5.0

Highly professional and responsive.

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February 02, 2024

5.0

Dr Lissner is an experienced excellent surgeon. He is very thorough and takes great care.

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January 30, 2024

5.0

He explains everything and is very communicative and caring

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January 27, 2024

5.0

For the reasons above, and you can see he's very.concern at dealing with the issue. Felt comfort in being his patient

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January 27, 2024

5.0

The doctor was very professional

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January 24, 2024

5.0

Dr. Lissner got the job done quickly and efficiently. 20/20 would recommend

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January 22, 2024

5.0

Dr. Lissner was thorough, and he communicated clearly.

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January 21, 2024

5.0

Dr. Lissner and Don took very personalized, good care of me.

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January 19, 2024

5.0

Dr Lissner did a thorough exam after listening to my concerns. He helped me understand my diagnosis and helped me schedule a follow up visit.

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January 18, 2024

5.0

He’s a great Dr

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January 18, 2024

5.0

He is knowledgeable, thorough with his words and listen to my opinions.

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January 10, 2024

5.0

Find him attentive, explains what is going on, answers questions and listens to my attempts at jokes.

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January 06, 2024

5.0

He was able answer all my questions and put my mind at ease about my condition and concerns. A real asset.

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January 04, 2024

5.0

Excellent doctor!

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January 02, 2024

5.0

Dr. Lissner is extremely thorough and very kind.

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December 29, 2023

5.0

He is very knowledgeable and he listens to my input. He takes my problems seriously.

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December 28, 2023

5.0

He is the best!!!

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December 28, 2023

5.0

Professional, thorough, takes the time

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December 27, 2023

5.0

great doctor, long wait

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December 26, 2023

5.0

I feel Dr.Lissner,is very good in his field,I have Tier Duct clogged up,with much tiering, And I am positive that he will find the best treatment option for me,to get me well again. Thank you to Dr.Lissner.

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December 26, 2023

5.0

Dr. Lissner is very attentive to detail and I appreciate that!

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December 21, 2023

5.0

Meticulous and kind.

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December 21, 2023

5.0

He is very thorough, knowledgeable, compassionate and very professional. He listens to my input.

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December 20, 2023

5.0

I have been a patient with him for many years and always had good results.

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December 19, 2023

5.0

He’s an excellent doctor!

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December 18, 2023

5.0

I had a worst case situation of skin cancer removal on my eyelid. After two surgeries, I am not holding my breath any more as to what I may look like. The doctor explained everything to me, a few times, as I was in shock earlier on, and I appreciate his conservative nature and willingness to answer questions. His "assistant" Don [ ] is tops. Always professional, willing to help, gets my MyChart questions answered right away, etc. He is great.

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December 14, 2023

5.0

Knows what he’s doing. Experienced and dedicated

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December 13, 2023

5.0

Excellent job. Took his time , made sure there was no pain. He walked me the through and explained every procedure. Thank you.

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December 12, 2023

5.0

Competent and comprehensive

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December 06, 2023

5.0

Simple: I gave him a 10 because your chart only goes up to 10.

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December 05, 2023

5.0

Excellent bedside manners, obviously very knowledgeable.

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December 05, 2023

5.0

He takes care of your need and cares

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December 01, 2023

5.0

Dr Lissner was thorough, attentive and very knowledgeable. He made me feel appreciated and cared for as a patient.

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November 29, 2023

5.0

Dr Lissner is methodical and thorough. He inspires confidence and is patient with questions.

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November 29, 2023

5.0

He is knowledgeable, thorough and love his patients. He can explain the pre-op in detail and make me feel very comfortable.

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November 28, 2023

5.0

Very nice and treats you and informed me of procedure and knew everything also made you feel comfortable

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November 27, 2023

5.0

Dr. Lissner is very thorough pre and post operative.

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November 19, 2023

5.0

Total confidence in him

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November 17, 2023

5.0

He surprised me with not only his professional and putting you at ease with his explanation of procedures

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November 16, 2023

5.0

He explained the we procedure very well.

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November 16, 2023

5.0

Dr Lissner is meticulous and a perfectionist!

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November 15, 2023

5.0

He is knowledgeable and keeps his patients informed.

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November 14, 2023

5.0

Dr Lissner answered all of my questions thoroughly and made me feel very comforted regarding my upcoming procedure.

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November 14, 2023

5.0

Dr. Lissner is a very knowledgeable Dr.

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November 09, 2023

5.0

He spent time to explain my symptoms and what can I do to get comfort.

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November 09, 2023

5.0

He’s a very theory and his job he took a three hour examination, but it was worth it

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November 08, 2023

5.0

Very professional, friendly and conservative

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November 05, 2023

5.0

very thorough and professional

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October 31, 2023

5.0

Explains everything in simple language

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October 31, 2023

5.0

Very professional and knowledgeable with good explanations.

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October 30, 2023

5.0

He knows his job

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October 30, 2023

5.0

Great skills and care

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October 27, 2023

5.0

Dr Lissner is very knowledgeable. He explains things and cares about his patients

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October 26, 2023

5.0

His knowledge base, professionalism, commitment to giving the patient his full attention and best care possible.

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October 25, 2023

5.0

Expertise, professionalism, courtesy.

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October 24, 2023

5.0

He knows what he is doing.

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October 21, 2023

5.0

Kind, very thorough, explains everything, doesn’t rush.

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October 19, 2023

5.0

Wonderful doctor!

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October 17, 2023

5.0

Professional and knowledgeable

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October 17, 2023

5.0

Dr. Lissner understands my eyes.

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October 17, 2023

5.0

He is the best!

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October 17, 2023

5.0

Wonderful physician. Very insightful, professional, kind and compassionate.

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October 17, 2023

5.0

Thorough and caring.

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October 12, 2023

5.0

Very patient knowledgeable and thorough.

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October 12, 2023

5.0

Skilled surgeon

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October 12, 2023

5.0

Have been his patient for decades and trust his judgment

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October 12, 2023

5.0

Dr Lissner is professional and kind. He is knowledgeable and straightforward. He is decisive and knows how to help guide his patients toward the best plan of treatment.

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