Respiratory Virus and Vaccine Information

Jacob D. Grodsky, MD

5.0

201 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

surgicalretina

Is your insurance accepted? Select plan

Practice Focus Areas

This medical professional has a particular interest or expertise in:

armd diagnosis & treatment
diabetic retinopathy treatment
intravitreal injections
macular hole surgery
retina and vitreous surgery
retinal detachment surgery
retinal hole/tears
retinal laser surgery

Reasons to Schedule a Visit

This medical professional may be a good choice for you if you are looking for care for any of the following:

Central serous retinopathy

View More reasons to Schedule a Visit

Education

Medical Education:: MD, Louisiana State University School of Medicine - 2019
Internship:: SSM Health/St Louis University School of Medicine - 2020
Residency:: SSM Health/St Louis University School of Medicine - 2023
Fellowships:: Ochsner Clinic Foundation - 2025

Board Certifications

American Board of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:: Northwestern Medical Group
On Medical Staff At:: Central DuPage Hospital

Delnor Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

At Northwestern Medicine, our patient’s feedback is important to us. While different care providers have their own unique strengths, we strive to be as transparent as possible with our quality of care.

Read Ratings FAQs

Overall Rating

5.0

5.0

201 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

59 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

59 Reviews

February 27, 2026

5.0

Great bedside manner. Obviously extremely knowledgeable, but able to explain things in layman's terms.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (1)

Thanks for your feedback!

February 24, 2026

5.0

Explained the results of my tests in detail. Very friendly manner

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (1)

Thanks for your feedback!

February 23, 2026

5.0

Dr Grodsky is very personable, caring, and pays attention to detail. He's a great doctor!

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (1)

Thanks for your feedback!

February 21, 2026

5.0

Very professional and down to earth approach to explaining information

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (1)

Thanks for your feedback!

February 18, 2026

5.0

He is very knowledgeable and thorough and answers all questions. Dr Grodsky explains things well.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

February 18, 2026

5.0

First, he explained what I had to do since I didn't have enough information and the steps to follow.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

February 12, 2026

5.0

Jacob D grodsky MD, thank you so much for your extraordinary work

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

February 10, 2026

5.0

Dr Grodsky was excellent, friendly, and explained the procedure very thoroughly. He treated my problem as an immediate situation and made sure my insurance approved the procedure for the same day.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

February 07, 2026

5.0

He explains well and doesn't rush things

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

February 06, 2026

5.0

The doctor really cares about his patients.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

February 04, 2026

5.0

Knowledgeable and friendly.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

February 03, 2026

5.0

Because he explained everything very well.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

February 03, 2026

5.0

Explained everything very well

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

January 31, 2026

5.0

Extremely polite, informative, knowledgeable and professional. Highly recommended.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

January 29, 2026

5.0

One of the most caring Doctors I've ever had.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

January 28, 2026

5.0

Dr. Grodsky is the best MD I have ever had. He truly cares about his patients and makes himself available to answer any questions between appointments. He shows compassion when needed and puts himself in his patients' shoes.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

January 27, 2026

5.0

Dr Grodsky is very concerned for my issue and makes me feel totally at ease.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

January 27, 2026

5.0

Great doctor, took the time to explain my issues and was very detailed.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

January 25, 2026

5.0

Dr. Grodsky is very patient!

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

January 19, 2026

5.0

Very helpful and detail oriented. Did a great job of explaining my issue and making me comfortable in knowing everything was fine.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

January 16, 2026

5.0

He's a great eye doctor surgeon. And the bed side manners is excellent.and very caring.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

January 16, 2026

5.0

All is good!

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

January 14, 2026

5.0

Personable, informed and thorough.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

January 07, 2026

5.0

Attention and a good surgeon

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

January 07, 2026

5.0

Cordial , knowledgeable, "professional and down to business.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

January 06, 2026

5.0

Am very satisfied with the help I receive.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

January 02, 2026

5.0

He explains what he is doing.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

January 02, 2026

5.0

Dr Grodsky is very knowledgeable and confident, which I appreciate. He was very concerned about my situation and ensured that I was receiving the best plan of care possible. It was like a miracle that I was connected with him.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

December 26, 2025

5.0

Dr Grodsky is knowledgeable, attentive and describes everything in terms we can understand. He also reassured me that it was OK and important to contact him if there were any changes-day or night-even while he went on vacation and transferred the care to his partner. I feel like I am in good hands.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

December 26, 2025

5.0

He was friendly and knowledgeable. He explained my condition well.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

December 21, 2025

5.0

Good Doctor knows what was happening with my eyes.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

December 20, 2025

5.0

Dr. Grodsky provided an excellent care that day with his expertise and knowledge and he was professional and pleasant.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

December 14, 2025

5.0

Through doctor

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

December 04, 2025

5.0

Dr. Grodsky made me feel very comfortable from the minute he walked in the exam room to greet and treat me. His exam was the most comprehensive I have experienced and he explained the results of the exam in a way that was understandable to me.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

December 03, 2025

5.0

Excellent doctor and also takes time to listen to patients and to explain things.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

November 25, 2025

5.0

Very attentive and friendly, very good work, I would recommend him.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

November 22, 2025

5.0

Absolutely the most thorough eye exam I've ever had. Dr. Grodsky took whatever time was necessary to explain everything clearly to me.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

November 19, 2025

5.0

Professional yet friendly and informative

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

November 18, 2025

5.0

Great experience with Dr. Grodsky. He was very thorough with his care. After discussing the possible cause of my issue, he was reassuring in our post exam. Highly recommend this Doctor to anyone

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

November 18, 2025

5.0

Personalble...explained the process in detail and what to look forward to.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

November 17, 2025

5.0

Very easy to understand, put me at ease, very clear instructions and a kind, professional manner.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

November 12, 2025

5.0

See above. Dr.Grodsky combines so many of the qualities needed for a really good doctor - excellent knowledge of his area of expertise as well as relating well to the patient.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

November 10, 2025

5.0

The doctor was kind, accommodating, thorough, and professional.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

November 07, 2025

5.0

Not only is he competent and knowledgeable in retinal care, he is friendly, cares about his patients, and does a thorough job.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

November 02, 2025

5.0

He is knowledgeable and communicated very well with me person to person.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

October 29, 2025

5.0

We really liked Dr Grodsky, our first time meeting him. I felt he was honest in his suggestions for my mom's eyes, not aggressive in treatment. He explained everything and was kind, attentive to our questions and thorough.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

October 27, 2025

5.0

He is highly qualified in retinal surgery and has had extensive training that allows him to treat his patients with confidence while maintaining a very positive attitude that eliminates needless worry.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

October 27, 2025

5.0

Professional

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

October 21, 2025

5.0

Dr G very thorough and clearly broke down the diagnosis and action plan.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

October 15, 2025

5.0

Friendly, explained everything nicely, kind and compassionate during visit

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

October 15, 2025

5.0

Approachable, professional, technically excellent, easy to understand

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

October 11, 2025

5.0

Dr Grodsky was very friendly, and took time to discuss his findings and answer my questions. I also liked that he first asked me why I was in for an appt instead of just reading the notes!

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

October 09, 2025

5.0

He is very caring, explains everything very well, he is calm and friendly. Just an all around great doctor. He explained everything that would happen regarding my eye surgery to make me feel at ease...and that is not an easy thing to do!!

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

October 08, 2025

5.0

Put me at ease from the start.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

October 07, 2025

5.0

Wonderful Doctor very caring. Great surgeon. Best bed side manners. Very caring of hes patient. Great listener. And explains things to his patients.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

October 07, 2025

5.0

Explained a lot felt comfortable

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

October 03, 2025

5.0

He fit me in at a moment's notice when I had an urgent situation arise. He was thorough, knowledgeable, kind, and explained my situation thoroughly. He did an excellent job.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

September 29, 2025

5.0

He was so kind, compassionate, and extremely knowledgeable about my condition. He helped ease my anxiety and fears. I recommend him without hesitation.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

September 19, 2025

5.0

Dr Grodsky takes time and really listens. He was incredibly thorough and made sure I was comfortable and that I understood what and why issues were happening with my eyes.

Was this helpful? Yes (0) No (0)

Thanks for your feedback!

Disclosures

Jacob D. Grodsky, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2025.

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.

View More Disclosures