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Carol H. Schmidt, MD

4.8

3126 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Ophthalmology

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Practice Focus Areas

This medical professional has a particular interest or expertise in:

Cataract, Glaucoma, and Macular Degeneration Screening
Comprehensive Medical and Surgical Eye Care
Eyeglasses/Refraction
Urgent Eye Care

Education

Medical Education:: MD, University of Illinois College of Medicine at Rockford - 1994
Internship:: University of Chicago (NorthShore) - 1995
Residency:: McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 1998

Board Certifications

American Board of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Assistant 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

4.8

4.8

3126 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

April 29, 2025

5.0

She knows what she is doing

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April 28, 2025

5.0

She is always knowledgeable, friendly, patient, caring and supportive.

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April 28, 2025

5.0

Dr Schmidt is professional, thorough and I have complete trust and confidence in her knowledge and advice

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April 24, 2025

5.0

Luke like She cares about patients

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April 24, 2025

5.0

She is very attentively and caring Very through and professional. Ask all the right questions but a good listen. Excellent bedside attitude

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April 24, 2025

5.0

Dr. Schmidt explained us very well about are condition.

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April 22, 2025

5.0

Thorough and professional. Things explained well.

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April 21, 2025

5.0

She has been thoughtful and thorough in caring for my eyesight. She always asks for my input and answers all my questions.

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April 21, 2025

5.0

she knows her stuff and communicates her knowledge well

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April 21, 2025

5.0

Confidence and competence

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April 17, 2025

5.0

She discusses her treatment plan and listens to my concerns.

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April 14, 2025

5.0

Professional,

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April 13, 2025

5.0

Love the team work. Dr. Schmidt is a key member of my 'Team 150'. She keeps me on track with eye care and maintenance!!!

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April 11, 2025

5.0

She is competent and personable

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April 10, 2025

5.0

She teaches you very well and thoroughly on how you take care of your eyes.just love her professionalism.

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April 08, 2025

5.0

Thorough. Explains well what's going on.

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April 08, 2025

5.0

Dr. Schmidt explains stuff in a way that is easy to understand and is thorough.

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April 08, 2025

5.0

Very efficient. Explains things very clearly.

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April 05, 2025

5.0

She was courteous. She was thorough with explaining my results. She was respectful of my time so I wouldn't miss my transportation.

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April 02, 2025

5.0

EXCELLENT AS A PROFESSIONAL AND HIS PROFESSIONAL ETHICS

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April 02, 2025

5.0

She cared about my eyesight, as well as my need and check for all the issues my eye sight has

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April 01, 2025

5.0

Dr. Schmidt explains my eye problems in a very clear wsy.

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April 01, 2025

5.0

Thorough, efficient and professional

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March 31, 2025

5.0

She is an excellent doctor and gets right to the point

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March 30, 2025

5.0

She is very knowledgeable and efficient, and caring, and I trust her opinions.

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March 27, 2025

5.0

She has always been upfront and consultative with me.

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March 26, 2025

5.0

Excellent and personable manner, thorough and didn't over prescribe

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March 25, 2025

5.0

The doctor takes her time explaining results. She seems easy to talk to.

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March 25, 2025

5.0

Care about my health and Very professional.

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March 24, 2025

5.0

She is very thorough and listens to your concerns.

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March 22, 2025

5.0

Intelligent, well-informed, friendly demeanor.

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March 19, 2025

5.0

She's awesome and most definitely cares abut your eyes and explains your situation in full detail

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March 12, 2025

5.0

The assistant was pleasant and gentle

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March 12, 2025

5.0

Kind compassionate care

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March 10, 2025

5.0

Superb caring physician.

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March 10, 2025

5.0

She is professional and courteous.

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March 10, 2025

5.0

This is my second year with Dr Schmidt, she is thorough and takes time to ensure I understand my care.

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March 10, 2025

5.0

Very thorough and takes the time to explain conditions and address your concerns.

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March 10, 2025

5.0

She's busy but take the time to listen and take her time with you.

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March 10, 2025

5.0

Great!!

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March 08, 2025

5.0

she so good

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March 08, 2025

5.0

Dr Schmidt is thorough and "tells it like it is", but offers options and alternatives.

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March 06, 2025

5.0

Listens to patients and is very smart in giving patients great care

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March 06, 2025

5.0

Caring

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March 04, 2025

5.0

DR SCHMIDT IS a very good doctor. She let's make feeling comfortable. She is very patient and answers all my questions.

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March 03, 2025

5.0

Outstanding customer care.

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March 01, 2025

5.0

She was so nice! And listened to my concerns, I left feeling good about the visit!

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February 24, 2025

5.0

Professionalism

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February 21, 2025

5.0

She's very nice, with a common sense, can-do approach. I appreciate her expertise and years of experience.

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February 18, 2025

5.0

Great doctor who's very clear in her communication. Plus, she has a great sense of humor.

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February 13, 2025

5.0

Really thorough evaluation, extremely kind and reassuring. You can tell she really knows what she's doing and I felt like I was in great hands. Great bedside manner too!

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February 13, 2025

5.0

Gets to the point

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February 13, 2025

5.0

Professional and caring doctor.

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February 12, 2025

5.0

Pleasant

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February 10, 2025

5.0

She is a great doctor. She is caring, knowledgeable and has a great sense of humor. I felt I was in great hands.

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February 09, 2025

5.0

She personable, knowledgeable

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February 06, 2025

5.0

made us feel at ease

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February 06, 2025

5.0

She is knowledgeable and explains things in a clear way.

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February 05, 2025

5.0

Professional demeanor.....

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February 03, 2025

5.0

Dr.Schmidt's expertise.

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February 02, 2025

5.0

She's very good and do a complete examination

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February 01, 2025

5.0

professional and competent

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January 29, 2025

5.0

Dr. Schmidt has always been available when I have questions,or actually, need to come in. Dr. Schmidt's explanations are also practical, clear and detailed.

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January 27, 2025

5.0

She was quick she was knowledgeable. I do want to give high dibs to the Assistant. The one that did all the work. She was magnificent! She was very informative. She took the time to answer every single one of my questions I learned so much from her! The wait time was a little long. I think that Dr. Schmidt needs help.

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January 27, 2025

5.0

Prompt, friendly, knowledgeable, informative.

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January 23, 2025

5.0

She is knowledgeable, and she explains clearly the condition of my eyes

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January 22, 2025

5.0

Dr. Schmidt is very professional and efficient in her review of test results. She answers any questions and makes sure I understand my options.

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January 21, 2025

5.0

Dr. Schmidt has my complete trust.

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January 17, 2025

5.0

Dr. Schmidt is knowledgeable & considerate.

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January 16, 2025

5.0

She is thorough and clear in her communication regarding my eye care.

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January 15, 2025

5.0

Thoughtful, thorough

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January 13, 2025

5.0

Dr. Carol Schmidt was very thorough with her examination and explained the results in terms that I could understand. Dr. Schmidt is personable and very professional. I really have confidence in Dr. Schmidt and I will make a follow up appointment for six months.

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January 09, 2025

5.0

Dr. Schmidt is very knowledgeable and informative.

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January 09, 2025

5.0

GREAT DOCTOR. VERY THOROUGH. GREAT SERVICE!

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January 09, 2025

5.0

Very professional.

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January 08, 2025

5.0

Experienced. Answers all questions.

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January 07, 2025

5.0

She was very nice

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January 06, 2025

5.0

Again very professional patient care. Explains everything, answers all questions, perfect!

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January 06, 2025

5.0

Timely considerate informative

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January 03, 2025

5.0

Helpful. Took time to answer questions.

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January 03, 2025

5.0

Pleasant, no nonsense demeanor

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January 02, 2025

5.0

professional, very competent, caring and efficient

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January 02, 2025

5.0

Responsive to questions

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January 02, 2025

5.0

Dr. Schmidt was professional, she provided details and what I can expect moving forward.

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December 30, 2024

5.0

Dr. Schmidt is a competent and caring physician. I will continue to see her personally and refer her to friends and colleagues.

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December 30, 2024

5.0

competent, communicates well, lets me know what to do and when. Tells me what she's doing and what it means.

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December 30, 2024

5.0

Experienced and competent

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December 24, 2024

5.0

She knows what she is doing and explains every step

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December 22, 2024

5.0

Knowledgeable Personable

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December 19, 2024

5.0

Dr Schmidt, and her assistant without a doubt are experts in their medical field. They always, address a patients concern, and carefully review their patient's medical history. Northwestern is extremely fortunate to have such a quality Ophthalmologist and experienced staff. Being a patient under their watchful care, you can trust their medical evaluations treatment.

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December 18, 2024

5.0

Personable; patient. She gets to know her patients.

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December 18, 2024

5.0

She has been my doctor for 20+ years. I have the utmost confidence in her.

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December 17, 2024

5.0

Excellent qualifications and good personality

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December 14, 2024

5.0

Explains things in language I can understand. Answers all my questions, and takes the time to do a thorough examination.

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December 09, 2024

5.0

Dr. Schmidt is knowledgable, professional, and she communicates clearly.

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December 09, 2024

5.0

Efficient

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December 08, 2024

5.0

Excellent care by Dr Schmidt

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December 06, 2024

5.0

She is very interested in problem and update my file to familiarize herself with prior treatment.

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December 05, 2024

5.0

Dr. Schmidt is excellent for eye care because of her experience and care in working with patients. She has been my ophthalmologist for years and I trust her.

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December 05, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable

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