Robert M. Allar, MD

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Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Medical Retina

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Practice Focus Areas

This medical professional has a particular interest or expertise in:

ARMD Diagnosis & Treatment
Diabetic Retinopathy Treatment
Hereditary Retinal Disorders
Intravitreal Injections
Retinal Hole/Tears
Retinal Laser Surgery
Retinal Vein Occlusion/Retinal Artery Occlusion

Education

Medical Education:: MD, Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine - 1982
Residency:: West Suburban Medical Center - 1983

Loyola University Medical Center - 1986
Fellowships:: Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary/Harvard Medical School - 1987

Board Certifications

American Board of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

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

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

5.0

5.0

486 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

99 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

99 Reviews

February 26, 2026

5.0

I have come to have complete confidence and trust in his care and recommendations for my treatment...which is a great testament to his abilities because you only have two eyes and the care of them is no small matter!

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February 19, 2026

5.0

He's a great doctor. Listens to my concerns, is very thorough and is always accessible. I've been going to him for over 25 years and can't say enough about him

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February 19, 2026

5.0

He is the best.

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February 19, 2026

5.0

He is on top of everything, explains all so can understand.

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February 12, 2026

5.0

Very kind, friendly, professional and answers all your questions.

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February 12, 2026

5.0

He's professional and knows his stuff!!!

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February 08, 2026

5.0

My experience with Dr. Allar has always been A+. I find him very knowledgeable and open to answering questions, explaining things. He inspires trust and confidence. Since Dr. Allar joined NM Ophthalm. my experience and opinion of him remain the same - completely positive. I feel fortunate that my other ophthalmologist referred me to Dr. Allar for a retina issue, and you are fortunate to have him as a new member of your team.

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January 29, 2026

5.0

Kind and caring about his patients. He is the best. Don't let him retire!!!

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January 29, 2026

5.0

He is the best!!

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January 26, 2026

5.0

Excellent patient care. Explained everything throughly and gave me literature to take home and read. He answered all of my questions.

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January 26, 2026

5.0

I'd give him a 10 but his availability is limited. I hear he's moving to Thursday appointments only.

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January 21, 2026

5.0

He is very kind and considerate of your eye issue and takes the time to explain everything to make you comfortable...

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January 15, 2026

5.0

I have confidence in Dr. Allar and feel fortunate that I was referred to him. His positivity is very much appreciated as is that same attitude from all of the staff I have been in contact with. That is an attribute that is important to me, in addition of course to the medical expertise. I would - and have - recommended Dr. Allar to other acquaintances and family.

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January 15, 2026

5.0

Hi retina expertise is crucial for me to maintain my vision, which has long history of complications. I trust Dr. Allar to evaluate my retina health

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January 14, 2026

5.0

Always tells you everything about your condition and what to do about it

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January 09, 2026

5.0

As mentioned above, he is a very caring doctor and answers every question you have. He never rushes through the appointment and also seems happy to see his patient.

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January 08, 2026

5.0

Dr Allar is the Best!!

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December 18, 2025

5.0

Been seeing him for many years now. Always a great visit from examinations to actual injection.

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December 18, 2025

5.0

He is the BEST!!

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December 10, 2025

5.0

Caring, kind and truly interested in my eye health.

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December 03, 2025

5.0

A wonderful and caring doctor that explains everything about your condition. He is an excellent clinician.

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November 25, 2025

5.0

He is the best

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November 20, 2025

5.0

I would only send somebody to the best and I think he is the best

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November 20, 2025

5.0

Dr. Allar take his time with his patients. He is very caring and explains all tests and care plans to his patient. Dr. Allar is wonderful with his older patients.

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November 20, 2025

5.0

Perfection

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November 20, 2025

5.0

He is the best

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November 19, 2025

5.0

He always explains my scans that were taken and shows them to me

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November 16, 2025

5.0

He is the very best! Takes great care of me and always answers all my questions.

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November 13, 2025

5.0

Great doctor really explain things well to you he is down to earth very nice personality

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November 13, 2025

5.0

Doesn't waste time and explains everything.

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November 11, 2025

5.0

Simply fantastic

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November 06, 2025

5.0

Professional in a welcoming warm approach

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November 05, 2025

5.0

Dr. Allar is always so thorough, personable, look into every detail. I have been under Dr. Allar's care for more than 10 years and will follow him wherever he goes ! He is just super !!

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November 05, 2025

5.0

See previous answer. Every staff member was very competent and friendly.

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November 04, 2025

5.0

Such a great man. Takes time to listen. Extremely knowledgeable.

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October 31, 2025

5.0

Very kind and talented doctor, who explains your medical issue in detail and no question is too small.

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October 30, 2025

5.0

He's professional and knows his stuff!

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October 23, 2025

5.0

Thorough and professional

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October 22, 2025

5.0

We have been with Dr Allar for over 10yrs. He professional knowledgeable & takes his time to explain all tests & results. Also genuinely concerned for the patient

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October 22, 2025

5.0

I trust him completely. Please keep him on staff!!!

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October 15, 2025

5.0

Great doctor.

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October 15, 2025

5.0

Been going to him for 20 years

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October 15, 2025

5.0

Dr Allar is very knowledgeable and polite.

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October 15, 2025

5.0

Wonderful, caring Dr with great skills... he explains everything in detail

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October 14, 2025

5.0

Great ophthalmologist!

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October 10, 2025

5.0

He tells you everything you want to know

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October 09, 2025

5.0

Dr. Allar is very thorough and knowledgeable. Very friendly.

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October 09, 2025

5.0

He is the best

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October 09, 2025

5.0

Very good

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October 07, 2025

5.0

Dr. Robert Allar is an outstanding ophthalmologist, and I can't recommend him enough. He made me feel comfortable and calm throughout the whole exam. His team was just as wonderful - professional, caring, and attentive from start to finish.

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September 30, 2025

5.0

He's just a great and knowledgeable guy. And very friendly.

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September 26, 2025

5.0

First rate handling of appointments, on time arrival of Dr and excellent consult

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September 26, 2025

5.0

He is a very professional, kind and caring doctor who always makes me feel very comfortable when being treated. He answers every question thoroughly, whether big or small.

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September 25, 2025

5.0

Has been my doctor for years now, highly regarded.

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September 25, 2025

5.0

He is tge best

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September 22, 2025

5.0

Dr. Allar is awesome!!! He's very caring, extremely knowledgeable and explains everything so that easily understood. I would recommend him without hesitation.

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September 16, 2025

5.0

Dr. Allar is wonderful. He explains everything-easy to understand. Very friendly, which helps the patient relax.

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September 10, 2025

5.0

Dr Allar has a warm and friendly professional presence. He feels like a long-time friend.

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September 03, 2025

5.0

The best, caring, kind doctor.

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August 28, 2025

5.0

Very thorough and detailed and informs patient of his findings

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August 28, 2025

5.0

He's very knowledgeable and takes time with you.

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August 28, 2025

5.0

Very caring and common sense physician

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August 27, 2025

5.0

He is very thorough, treats you very respectfully, takes his time to answer every question and gives you a full update of your eye condition. Wonderful doctor!

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August 27, 2025

5.0

Excellent care

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August 22, 2025

5.0

He is the best doctor!

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August 22, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable

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August 14, 2025

5.0

Does a great job Very knowledgeable.

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August 13, 2025

5.0

He is always willing to answer all my questions and concerns I never feel rushed out of the appointment

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August 11, 2025

5.0

He always explains if there is any change in my eye so that I know what's going on and if I need an injection.

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August 07, 2025

5.0

Explained well

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August 06, 2025

5.0

Patient care focus Explains treatment/& rational

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July 31, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable about the eye and how to treat it

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July 30, 2025

5.0

As expected

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July 27, 2025

5.0

I'd give a 10 but I think he's close to retirement and it's probably best to hook up with someone who you'll be interacting with for some time.

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July 25, 2025

5.0

This staff take care of me accordingly, and the doctor get me In-N-Out.

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July 24, 2025

5.0

He knows his stuff and talks in plain and easy to understand language.

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July 23, 2025

5.0

Our neighbor years ago recommended him to my husband. We were very pleased and when I needed a care I was most happy to have him. He has always explained things fully. When I first needed an appointment on a Monday morning there was no question. I had one in an hour.i know that quick response is the reason I have done so well all these years.

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July 22, 2025

5.0

great doctor , explains things to you .

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July 17, 2025

5.0

A truly kind and caring doctor who always gives you the time you need for the best of care.

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June 29, 2025

5.0

Very good doctor patient attention for over 30 years

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June 26, 2025

5.0

Dr Allar has taken excellent care of my eye disease for quite a few years and I really care about him and his procedures. He is wonderful.

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June 23, 2025

5.0

Amazing Doctor and staff

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June 21, 2025

5.0

The doctor is very professional, explains everything thoroughly, answers every question, whether big or small and you never feel rushed. Makes you feel very welcome in his practice.

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June 19, 2025

5.0

Knows his stuff!!!

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June 13, 2025

5.0

He is very personable and explains everything

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June 04, 2025

5.0

Explained everything did not feel rushed very professional friendly courteous

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June 04, 2025

5.0

Very professional and informs you on test results

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June 02, 2025

5.0

He is the best doctor!

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June 02, 2025

5.0

Detailed and proficient.

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May 30, 2025

5.0

doctor very informed to the care of the eye

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May 28, 2025

5.0

Dr Allar is very knowledgeable, patient, and listens to his patients. Dr Allar takes the time to explain the treatment plan so his patients understand it.

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May 21, 2025

5.0

He is the kindest doctor who explains everything.

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May 21, 2025

5.0

Knows his stuff. Explains well. Instills confidence that he has my vision health under control.

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May 16, 2025

5.0

I have been seeing Dr Allar yearly for several years.

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May 16, 2025

5.0

very professional

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May 15, 2025

5.0

Is always pleasamt and forthcoming with all information.

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May 14, 2025

5.0

The best around

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May 07, 2025

5.0

Fabulous Doctor!

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May 01, 2025

5.0

Very competent and caring.

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