Paul J. Bryar, MD

4.9 
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Primary Specialty

Refractive Surgery

Secondary Specialty

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Practice Focus Areas

  • LASIK and PRK Surgery

Education

Medical Education:
MD, University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine - 1994
Internship:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 1995
Residency:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 1998
Fellowships:
University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics - 1999

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology (Certified)

Faculty Profile

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

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9
4.9 

794 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

86 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

86 Reviews

August 30, 2023

5.0

Professional and good bedside manner

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August 29, 2023

5.0

Professional, Very through , Great Communication , Extremely qualified, Complete examination- No shortcuts- Examines all important aspects of eye health and gives qualified update of examination.

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August 28, 2023

5.0

Seems like a very nice doctor

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August 25, 2023

5.0

I am very satisfied with his care of my eyes

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August 25, 2023

5.0

Good listener Knowledgeable Smart Seems very invested in his patients

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August 25, 2023

5.0

Excellent

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August 19, 2023

5.0

Professional experience and knowledgeable.

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August 19, 2023

5.0

he really cares about his patients

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August 18, 2023

5.0

Dr. Bryar is extremely thorough and a caring physician. I trust him. His team including [ ] is very professional and thorough.

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August 15, 2023

5.0

Efficient and explained things clearly

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August 15, 2023

5.0

He’s thorough and answered my questions. I feel comfortable with Dr. Bryar. This is my 4th year seeing him.

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August 14, 2023

5.0

knowledgeable and nice

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August 11, 2023

5.0

He takes time and is not an alarmist

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August 11, 2023

5.0

He answers my questions and explains things well for me to understand.

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August 07, 2023

5.0

Knows his stuff, very pleasant

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July 25, 2023

5.0

Professionalism and courtesy

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July 25, 2023

5.0

He’s very patient focused.

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July 22, 2023

5.0

He does a good job and has good associates working with him.

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July 21, 2023

5.0

Long time patient and always pleased with cate.

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July 19, 2023

5.0

He did a thorough exam and provided great explanations.

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July 19, 2023

5.0

Dr. Bryar is very thorough and he cares about each patient.

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July 19, 2023

5.0

He is the best doctor and he is very thorough.

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July 18, 2023

5.0

Very kind. Discussed everything with me and showed me pictures.

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July 15, 2023

5.0

My eye doctor for many years. He’s always done an excellent job in treating me and this visit was no exception. He is extremely knowledgeable and thorough in his examination and fully explained his findings and follow up care. I know I am receiving the best care possible.

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July 14, 2023

5.0

Very thorough and professional

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July 12, 2023

5.0

Outstanding physician

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July 11, 2023

5.0

Understood my issues promptly

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July 11, 2023

5.0

Always feel comfortable with Dr Bryar and know I'm getting great care

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July 03, 2023

5.0

He’s very patient, has great bed side manner, takes time to explain anything’s that u might hav a question on, he takes extra steps to make sure everything is ok with ur eyes, and treats everyone with the same care

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July 01, 2023

5.0

Excellent care from Dr. Bryar. Thank you so much.

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June 12, 2023

5.0

Knows his stuff.

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June 12, 2023

5.0

Thorough

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June 12, 2023

5.0

Competent Docyor

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June 10, 2023

5.0

Brilliant. Pays attention to details. Includes patient in decision making

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June 09, 2023

5.0

I like him

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June 08, 2023

5.0

His advice to me as a patient was what I needed to hear, not necessarily just what I wanted to hear or expected to hear. He was genuinely concerned about my well being, not just in doing another surgery.

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June 07, 2023

5.0

Great communication skills Careful exam Empathetic

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June 06, 2023

5.0

He was recommended to me by other faculty physicians

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June 05, 2023

5.0

Good listener, knowledgeable, kind

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June 03, 2023

5.0

Dr. Bryar is conscientious and thorough. I have been seeing him for years and wouldn’t consider changing physicians.

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June 03, 2023

5.0

He was so knowledgeable and caring

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June 02, 2023

5.0

Dr. Bryar is a superb physician who treats his patients with concern and patience and care which allow us to leave his office with the confidence that we have received the finest treatment we could ever hope for.

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June 02, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable and personable

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June 01, 2023

5.0

I am a long time patient of Dr Bryar and have always trusted him with my vision health. Whenever I have the opportunity I suggest/recommend him.

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May 31, 2023

5.0

I TRUST HIM .

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May 28, 2023

5.0

Dr. Bryar is very thorough and explained everything

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May 27, 2023

5.0

I was satisfied with the service.

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May 26, 2023

5.0

Excellent care and clear communication

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May 23, 2023

5.0

Great doctor

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May 23, 2023

5.0

Caring and knowledgeable

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May 22, 2023

5.0

No hesitation in recommendations, thorough examination, efficient, took time to answer questions and prompt scheduling

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May 20, 2023

5.0

Very professional and thorough.

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May 20, 2023

5.0

He's approachable, professional, takes the time to answer your questions.

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May 19, 2023

5.0

He is very knowledgeable at what he does.

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May 19, 2023

5.0

I really want to keep him for myself but I will gladly recommend him to others.

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May 16, 2023

5.0

A wonderful Dr who takes the time to explain

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May 13, 2023

5.0

He will see my dad too, that's how much I am happy

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May 10, 2023

5.0

Dr. Bryar listen to his patient.

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May 10, 2023

5.0

Great Doc

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May 09, 2023

5.0

Thoughtful caring expert

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May 09, 2023

5.0

Always friendly, asks questions, eases fears/concerns

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May 05, 2023

5.0

Efficient and knowledgeable

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May 02, 2023

5.0

explains things well patient and caring

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April 28, 2023

5.0

Made time to answer all of my questions.

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April 22, 2023

5.0

Very professional

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April 21, 2023

5.0

Attentive, good listener, comprehensive care. Excellent doctor.

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April 18, 2023

5.0

He is an excellent professional and gave a complete and in-depth exam and explanation.

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April 18, 2023

5.0

Very professional and knowledgeable. Explained everything. Warm and friendly.

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April 17, 2023

5.0

Competent and caring manner

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April 15, 2023

5.0

He is knowledgeable, personable and efficient.

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April 14, 2023

5.0

He calmly walked me through everything I should expect and the entire procedure, felt very reassured

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April 11, 2023

5.0

Dr Bryar is an excellent common sense attentive and caring doctor. I have seen several ophthalmologists in the department and he is the best.

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April 11, 2023

5.0

professional expertise

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April 11, 2023

5.0

Knows his stuff and personable.

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April 11, 2023

5.0

Expert in his field and able to communicate clearly with me

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April 10, 2023

5.0

Did not wait long for him….pleasant, cordial! Awesome Doctor!!!

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April 08, 2023

5.0

I am very satisfied with doctor's thoroughness and his direct, pleasant manner.

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April 07, 2023

5.0

Professional friendly. Answers all questions

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April 04, 2023

5.0

Nice, thorough and trustworthy.

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April 04, 2023

5.0

He is an excellent physician with a wonderful disposition and I have in my lifetime top five favorite doctors.

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April 04, 2023

5.0

Thoughtful, complete exam- very clear direction, and nice guy

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April 01, 2023

5.0

He is respectful, thorough and professional.

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March 31, 2023

5.0

He’s caring and very competent!!

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March 31, 2023

5.0

He’s thorough, professional, friendly, and someone that I trust.

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March 28, 2023

5.0

I like his care

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March 28, 2023

5.0

Good bed side manner and approachable . I will keep him as a Doctor.

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Disclosures

Paul J. Bryar, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2021.

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.