Paul J. Bryar, MD

Paul J. Bryar, MD

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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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4.9
4.9 

1141 Ratings

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100 Most Recent Reviews

April 27, 2024

5.0

Dr. Bryar provides excellent care.

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April 23, 2024

5.0

Obviously knows his “stuff”. Time efficient but I did not feel rushed or “pushed” out.

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April 23, 2024

5.0

Dr. Bryar is a caring, thorough excellent physician. I trust him. Glad to recommend him.

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April 22, 2024

5.0

Clear and thorough explanations, pleasant manner and well-run facility.

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April 21, 2024

5.0

Dr. Bryar is an excellent Dr. He is very knowledgeable and kind. Always answers all my questions and provides a plan for care.

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April 19, 2024

5.0

He listens well and is very thorough

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April 14, 2024

5.0

Excellent physician. Professional who provides great care and is a skilled communicator.

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April 10, 2024

5.0

Proffesional , kind, knowledgeable, great bed side manner

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April 07, 2024

5.0

Dr. Bryar tells me exactly what is going on and discussed all the results and pointed out all my alternatives.

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April 03, 2024

5.0

Dr. Bryar carefully listens to my concerns, answers all questions, and thoroughly explains things. He has been my doctor for many years, and I am very satisfied.

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April 02, 2024

5.0

Dr Bryar is very knowledgable, polite, and experienced.

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April 02, 2024

5.0

Professional Explains things so I can understand Friendly

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March 30, 2024

5.0

Very pleasant and thorough

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March 27, 2024

5.0

Great ophthalmologist.

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March 26, 2024

5.0

He is thorough, an excellent communicator, empathetic, detailed, passionate, dedicated. My eyes are safe in his care.

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March 26, 2024

5.0

Very informative and very helpful.

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March 18, 2024

5.0

Very kind and thorough. Explains everything well.

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March 16, 2024

5.0

Open to questions, transparent and professional.

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March 14, 2024

5.0

He is very approachable and answered my questions very completely.

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March 12, 2024

5.0

Dr. Bryar has always been able to address my issues & concerns. He's attentive & I’m able to get a full understanding of what’s happening with my vision health from him as well as the team of associates.

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March 09, 2024

5.0

Good Dr

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March 09, 2024

5.0

Thorough friendly

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March 08, 2024

5.0

Extremely detail oriented and specific which I appreciate immensely. Went over everything in detail and takes time to answer any and all questions. Excellent at making you feel comfortable and in good hands!

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March 05, 2024

5.0

Always takes time to discuss everything with you.

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March 05, 2024

5.0

Dr Bryar is very patient and thorough.

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March 05, 2024

5.0

Good bedside manner, professional, polite and very knowledgeable

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March 04, 2024

5.0

He was very thorough.

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March 04, 2024

5.0

Keeps me apprised of exam results with understandable explanations.

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March 01, 2024

5.0

Explains everything, is thorough and comfortable to talk with .

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February 23, 2024

5.0

Kind , understood my concerns listen and did a thorough review

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February 20, 2024

5.0

He’s wonderful at all levels: a superb doctor and incredibly nice and patient.

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February 19, 2024

5.0

For many years, I've enjoyed seeing Dr. Bryar for my eye care. He is thorough and kind

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February 17, 2024

5.0

excellent doctor

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February 14, 2024

5.0

He was professional, kind, sensitive to my sensory issues with autism and my PTSD issues.

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February 12, 2024

5.0

He answered and explained all my concerns.

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February 11, 2024

5.0

wonderful physician

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February 10, 2024

5.0

He’s thorough and shares pertinent information.

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February 07, 2024

5.0

He is extraordinary qualified doctor in his field.

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February 06, 2024

5.0

Professional, good bedside manner

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February 05, 2024

5.0

Thorough examination and explanation of care

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January 31, 2024

5.0

He is the best ophthalmologist anyone could ever find. Very caring, very compassionate, but knowledgeable and professional in treatment.

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January 29, 2024

5.0

Dr Bryar is personable, very competent and explains everything.

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January 26, 2024

5.0

He pays attention and answers questions clearly.

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January 24, 2024

5.0

True professional

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January 23, 2024

5.0

s a very knowledgeable and caring physician. I trust him

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January 23, 2024

5.0

He is so pleasant. He demonstrates concern and care for his patients. Takes time to explain what he is going to do and then asks, if, there are any questions. My visit with him today was so timely, and that I appreciate.

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January 16, 2024

5.0

He is an amazing dr that cares about his patients, he is comforting and extremely knowledgeable about what his profession is. He shows it in a manor that reassures you made the right choice.

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January 13, 2024

5.0

High quality medical care.

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January 12, 2024

5.0

Answers all my questions

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January 12, 2024

5.0

Explained everything; answered all questions

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January 09, 2024

5.0

Dr Bryar and the nurse are very helpful and take care really good

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January 08, 2024

5.0

Thoroughness

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January 08, 2024

5.0

Explains things thoroughly

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January 06, 2024

5.0

He Deserves it , Very Attentive and Show Concern His Patients Feel. Has an AWESOME Team .

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January 02, 2024

5.0

To the point. Very professional.

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December 23, 2023

5.0

He is a superb and very informative on topics and what needs done

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December 23, 2023

5.0

Explains & answers questions thoughtfully.

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December 22, 2023

5.0

Effective communicators takes time to explain concepts and educate patient on eye ihealth

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December 21, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable. Patient

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December 19, 2023

5.0

He is very good

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December 18, 2023

5.0

Professional, caring and offers explanations. Not rushed during appointments.

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December 15, 2023

5.0

Knows his stuff and explains it well.

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December 12, 2023

5.0

Very thorough and detailed examination performed. Took ample time explaining details to me and ensured adequate follow-up action items after my visit.

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December 11, 2023

5.0

Have seen for many years satisfied with service. Hope he will continue to see and not be overwhelmed with new customers.

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December 09, 2023

5.0

Great doctor, takes his time to talk to me, the patient. LASIK has been wonderful for me and I am very thankful to him for it

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December 08, 2023

5.0

Kind, patient, and explained everything clearly.

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December 05, 2023

5.0

Dr Bryar is an excellent doctor very attentive, listens to what I have to say, explains so I can understand and never in a rush.

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December 05, 2023

5.0

He is well placed. A credit to Northwestern. The BEST!

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December 05, 2023

5.0

Expertise and communication

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December 04, 2023

5.0

Caring, listens, doesn’t rush

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December 02, 2023

5.0

Care, concern, expertise

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November 29, 2023

5.0

Explains with clarify. Interest in patient eye care.

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November 27, 2023

5.0

He is very nice and explains everything.

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November 26, 2023

5.0

Dr. Bryar is experienced and diligent. He cares about the condition of my eyes.

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November 17, 2023

5.0

He is good at what he’s been trained to do. I feel total confidence in him.

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November 17, 2023

5.0

Very professional and really is smart.

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November 17, 2023

5.0

Feel confident in his service.

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November 14, 2023

5.0

Great demeanor, knowledgeable, caring, and listened.

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November 14, 2023

5.0

He is trustworthy, pro-active and highly knowledgeable

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November 13, 2023

5.0

Dr Bryar is a complete professional, an excellent physician, explains diagnosis clearly, and makes one feel at ease.

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November 13, 2023

5.0

Dr. Bryar was on time, asked good questions, and conducted a thorough examination.

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November 08, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable and helpful.

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October 27, 2023

5.0

Excellent doctor - knowledgeable and kind.

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October 27, 2023

5.0

Outstanding practitioner….

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October 25, 2023

4.0

He was thorough.

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October 25, 2023

5.0

Excellent doctor

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October 24, 2023

5.0

He appears to recall Me as a patient of many years, and ask for applicable health issues Does a great job explaining situation, care etc

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October 21, 2023

5.0

Very thorough and good manner.

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October 13, 2023

5.0

Dr.Bryar is an excellent Ophthalmologist with a very caring attitude. Explains in detail and listens carefully. Answers all the questions.

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October 13, 2023

5.0

Well qualified, careful, thorough, explained everything clearly and thoroughly.

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October 13, 2023

5.0

Extremely knowledgeable and current on latest medical advances. Also communicates very clearly for non clinical patients. Great human skills.

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October 13, 2023

5.0

Took time during exam for questions. Covered pre & post operation treatments. Was thorough not superficial explaining all aspects of future surgery. The utmost professional. Happy I came to Northwestern Ophthalmology for my care.

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October 11, 2023

5.0

Outstanding service and demeanor

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October 10, 2023

5.0

He was so friendly and very helpful in explaining the different services that they offer. He was very willing to talk with me and helped me feel comfortable with the information I was receiving.

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October 10, 2023

5.0

He's the best. Always showing concern and patiently listening.

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October 09, 2023

5.0

Thoughtful questions Thoroughly professional with his analysis and notes to scribe

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October 06, 2023

5.0

Expertise. Communication. Knowledge.

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October 02, 2023

4.0

I have now seen him twice and he seems perfectly competent.

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October 02, 2023

5.0

Very professional and kind person

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October 02, 2023

5.0

Time spent with patient. Expertise. Explanations and didactic relationship with patient.

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