Andrea D. Birnbaum, MD, PhD
Primary Specialty
Ophthalmology
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Practice Focus Areas
Education
- Medical Education:
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MD, University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine - 2005
- Internship:
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Swedish Hospital - 2006
- Residency:
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University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago - 2009
- Fellowships:
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University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago - 2010
Board Certifications
- American Board of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology (Certified)
Faculty Profile
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 Memorial Hospital
Ratings and Reviews
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Reviews from Patients
Reviews from Patients
August 21, 2023
5.0 star star star star starI would recommend Dr. Andrea Birnbaum because she is an exceptional physician. I have been going to her for 2 1/2 years. She listens to my concerns, explains what I need to do and answers all of my questions.
July 09, 2023
5.0 star star star star starDr. Birnbaum is very careful & thorough when performing my eye examination & take's the time to answer all my question's as to what's going on with my vision, self help & thought's for the to how to help my eye's now! Ana, was also very helpful & 100%+ thorough in checking my vision, before Dr. Birnbaum came in examination room, very well versed!
June 01, 2023
5.0 star star star star starShe is incredible. She is a great communicator. I never felt as though she was talking above me. She also investigates your individual circumstance thoroughly. She is very nice and completely down to earth. She is great.
April 11, 2023
2.0 star star star_border star_border star_borderI suspect all these docs are so loaded with patients that they provide just basic care. I had to remind her to look at some images I’d sent earlier via the portal that an optometrist had taken and had concerns about. I like her personally but without my prodding I’m not sure she had looked at my notes before seeing me. In fact, I finally stood in the doorway after being there an hour so I could grab her.
November 11, 2022
5.0 star star star star starShe is a good doctor and makes recommendations for additional & practical ways to take care of my eyes on a daily basis. Takes time to review prior eye issues and the progression of any issues I might experience.
Disclosures
Industry Relationships
Ownership or Investment Interests
Faculty member had an ownership or investment interest in the following companies
- Byline Bank
External Professional Relationships
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