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Avrey J. Thau, MD

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466 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Ophthalmology

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Education

Medical Education:: MD, Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College - 2019
Internship:: Kettering Health Network/Kettering Medical Center - 2020
Residency:: Indiana University School of Medicine - 2023
Fellowships:: McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2024

Board Certifications

American Board of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Clinical 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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4.9

4.9

466 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

April 29, 2025

5.0

Very informational and helpful.

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April 28, 2025

5.0

he's very personable and confident.

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April 27, 2025

5.0

He is very good and explains everything and shows you

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April 24, 2025

5.0

Wouldn't want to be anywhere else.

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April 22, 2025

5.0

Very pleasant, explains everything. Nice guy!

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April 22, 2025

5.0

Such a lovely man. Great surgeon and very enthusiastic about his work. Very happy with my cataract surgery.

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April 20, 2025

5.0

He was thorough in the information he provided.

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April 18, 2025

5.0

To the point

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April 18, 2025

5.0

Dr. Thau was great. He had an excellent bedside manner, he quickly diagnosed the problem, explained what the issue was and the treatment protocol in a very comprehensive and easily understandable manner. While he was quick and efficient, he did not give off the feeling of rushing to finish the appointment; he answered all my questions and made sure I understood what the next steps were.

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April 10, 2025

5.0

Gives clear information

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April 10, 2025

5.0

He is very professional and understanding. Very thorough as well as kind.

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April 04, 2025

5.0

Awesome doctor

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April 03, 2025

5.0

10 It's place to go to Northwestern

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April 01, 2025

5.0

Explaining things well patient does not hurry you friendly young haha cute too

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March 30, 2025

5.0

Dr. Thau was delightful and knowledgeable. Has a wonderful way of explaining everything to patients.

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March 28, 2025

5.0

Dr. Thau was thorough and explained everything clearly.

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March 27, 2025

5.0

He is a brilliant physician and surgeon. He communicates complex data very clearly. He is warm and caring. I've enjoyed being his patient and he has my trust.

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March 27, 2025

5.0

Thoroughly explains everything to me and is very helpful with my questions and concerns

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March 25, 2025

5.0

He is friendly and knowledgeable.

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March 25, 2025

5.0

He was an excellent doctor

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March 24, 2025

5.0

Dr. Thau performed two cataract surgeries on me in the past two months. I now have 20/20 vision in each eye. I have not seen this well without glasses since I was age 12, and now I am 73 and experience the world through new eyes. It's amazing, and I credit this to him and his team. In addition, I experience not one iota of discomfort in either of these surgeries, including post-op. I couldn't ask for anything more.

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March 21, 2025

5.0

Dr. Thau was very precise and accurate with the diagnosis and treatment recommendations. My eye felt much better over the course of a week. I like that constant follow up was part of the treatment which give them an option to modify the medications etc if needed. He also explained very well my situation.

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March 20, 2025

5.0

I was very impressed with Dr. Thau examination, explanation of treatment and risks and outcomes. Her performed procedure on same day. Exceptional care and addressed all my questions and concerns!!!

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March 20, 2025

5.0

Dr. Avrey J. Thau was very professional. Explained the situation and process very clearly. He was compassionate to the situation I am dealing with and is willing to assist in any work LOA process.

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March 19, 2025

5.0

Always very friendly and respectful. He explained a cataract surgery to me in details answering clearly all of my questions and concerns. So, before the procedure I was confident that it will be successful. At the matter of fact, he surprised me by announcing that he has already finished the surgery while I was still getting ready to experience some pain at the beginning of it. I'm very satisfied with dr Thau service and highly recommend him to anyone in need of cataract surgery, especially those afraid of pain.

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March 18, 2025

5.0

Dr. Thau has explained how the surgery would proceed and expexted outcome. He did a great job.

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March 17, 2025

5.0

Friendly, concerned, and everything went well.

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March 15, 2025

5.0

Because of his knowledge and professionalism. He listens to his patients.

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March 15, 2025

5.0

Very thorough he takes his time explain everything where you can understand

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March 13, 2025

5.0

He was very professional and helpful in helping me find what's wrong with my eye.

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March 12, 2025

5.0

Dr. Thau has excellent bedside manner, and he took time to explain everything that was going on with my eyes. I learned more about my eyes in the 15 minutes we spent together then in the prior 60 years of my life!

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March 09, 2025

5.0

At this point, so far - before cataract surgery - I had a great experience with this doctor. He was professional, courteous, very detailed oriented, explaining well my problems

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March 09, 2025

5.0

Dr. Avrey is a kind and respectful physician who communicates clearly, and encourages patients to express questions, concerns or need for clarity. He demonstrates science based knowledge and translates that well in patient conversations re: their problems and issues.

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March 07, 2025

5.0

Dr. Thau is one of the best doctors I have at NM. He is extremely patient centered and collaborative.

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March 06, 2025

5.0

Best hospital/service

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March 04, 2025

5.0

Excellent care & informative explanations

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March 04, 2025

5.0

Very kind and pleasant. Did a great job on my cataract

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March 03, 2025

5.0

Dr Thau was excellent. Very effective and efficient and answered all my questions.

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February 28, 2025

5.0

He was very patient and made me feel as if I was the only person that he had to see. He wasn't in a hurry to get rid of me but I. Fact, asked about the new glasses and shared with me that from looking at what had been done, another script wasn't needed but maybe some eye drops for dry eye and then gave me a couple of the sample that he felt would work best. And I thanked him for that!

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February 26, 2025

5.0

Worked with great diligence to get at the root of my presenting issue.

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February 25, 2025

5.0

He is patient, knowledgeable and shares information openly before he prescribes.

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February 24, 2025

5.0

He and his staff expressed empathy and genuine interest. He led the NM team.

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February 24, 2025

5.0

Explanation on my test results in understandable terms. Good attitude

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February 21, 2025

5.0

Dr Thau is incredibly knowledgeable. He is familiar with my eye disease when I know only 1 other doctor who is. He has a very kind manner as well.

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February 18, 2025

5.0

Nice doc

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February 18, 2025

5.0

Dr Thau was kind professional and knowledgeable he listened to me and my concerns he explained care plan very Thoroughly

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February 18, 2025

5.0

Doctor was very professional, he explained well my diagnosis and helped me to make an informed decision. At the same time he was very nice person, easy to talk to, considerate of my situation.

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February 18, 2025

5.0

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February 17, 2025

5.0

Thorough explanations, warm personality. Surgery went well.

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February 15, 2025

5.0

He was incredible

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February 14, 2025

5.0

Dr. Thau took the time to listen to and understand my concerns and addressed them with patience for my questions. I felt much heard and appreciated his care and thoughtfulness.

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February 12, 2025

5.0

he is extremely competent and communicates very clearly about every step from start to finish

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February 11, 2025

5.0

If you take a look at what I noted in the question above, you will see that I am very happy with The medical care I received.

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February 11, 2025

5.0

Warm, thorough, explains everything.

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February 06, 2025

5.0

Very caring experienced and professional

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February 05, 2025

5.0

He is excellent and he is very careful with decisions and procedures before deciding what to do

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February 04, 2025

5.0

He is an extremely knowledgable, competent clinician, explains medical procedures clearly in a way that I can understand, is respectful, has a wonderful sense of humor and is down-to-earth. He easily earns patient trust.

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January 30, 2025

5.0

Polite, professional, and answered all my questions.

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January 30, 2025

5.0

Great service and tremendous bedside manner.

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January 28, 2025

5.0

Thank you for all the good things you did for me today. Thank you for your dedication and in-depth information regarding my vision... and above all, very kind. May God bless you.

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January 28, 2025

5.0

I was absolutely pleased with Dr. Avery Thau. He was great and very professional, and I would definitely recommend him to anyone with ophthalmology issues.

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January 28, 2025

5.0

Very pleasant and explained everything to me!

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January 25, 2025

5.0

He is very dedicated and detailed, Not all doctors make me feel cared for and confidant that I am being cared for at 100%. Also his nurse assistants are awesome. Northwestern is my favorite hospital even if I have to travel on public transportation. Thank you, Dr. Thau

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January 24, 2025

5.0

great service

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January 23, 2025

5.0

Avrey J. Thau.Md is a good doctor, I appreciate his attention, he explains to me, thank you Dr. Thau.

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January 22, 2025

5.0

He is the most thorough, professional, and caring physician that makes Northwestern Medicine the best of caregivers.

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January 21, 2025

5.0

Fantastic care. Comprehensive exam and everything was clearly explained.

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January 21, 2025

5.0

Very attentive and careful

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January 18, 2025

5.0

Gave me easy to understand options for my treatment and, what I considered a reasonable common sense option when I asked what he considered the best of those options. I have found that approach to medical treatment is very rare, but one I appreciate very much.

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January 16, 2025

5.0

Very professional, knowledgeable and caring manner.

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January 14, 2025

5.0

Great bedside manner.

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January 14, 2025

5.0

He's awesome

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January 14, 2025

5.0

Professional and friendly.

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January 13, 2025

5.0

Dr. Thau has amazing bedside manner and is a great doctor!! I would highly recommend him to anyone. Well worth the 3 round trip drive to see him.

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January 12, 2025

5.0

Dr. Thau is possibly one of the best doctors I've ever had. He listens, spends adequate time with his patients - never made me feel rushed - and it is apparent that he deeply cares about the health and comfort of his patients. He is extremely knowledgeable and confident but not in a prideful way. He explained things in a way that I understood and really made himself available to him me. Every practice needs someone like Dr. Thau!

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January 10, 2025

5.0

Very kind, very helpful

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January 09, 2025

5.0

Professional and courteous. Makes you feel comfortable and confident about your exam.

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January 08, 2025

5.0

I had a very positive experience with Dr. Thau. He took the time to give me background information, including pictures on the display screen, to help me understand his diagnosis. Excellent communicator and friendly demeanor. The person who did my preliminary eye tests was also excellent. Positive demeanor and very friendly and professional (I forgot his name. He has Starry Night tattoo on his arm).

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January 08, 2025

5.0

Very pleasant and informative

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December 31, 2024

5.0

Dr. Thau has a great personality and a great bedside manner. He's thorough and explains things in a way that's simple for the patient to understand. I've had both eyes operated on and I will recommend him to family and friends. He's such a special person Northwestern should be proud to have him on staff.

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December 20, 2024

5.0

I would definitely recommend him and have already. I have had this procedure done every year for seven years and this is the first time a doctor sat down and answered my questions. He gave me options and on top of that provided me with samples for my dry eyes and a sheet giving me a routine for my eyes and which product works well. I so appreciate his time and that he didn't make me feel like a number. Best part he didn't even rush out the door. We need more examples of great doctors like him.

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December 18, 2024

5.0

Just a wonderful Dr

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December 18, 2024

5.0

Gave detailed info, presented options with the pros and cons of each. I felt like the doctor was concerned with me as a person.

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December 17, 2024

5.0

Dr. Thau explained what to expect for my upcoming surgery. Then during my surgery he explained what he was doing. I've had medical issues and Dr. Thau is young, yet experienced and has great bedside manners.

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December 16, 2024

5.0

Every thing was explained to me.

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December 16, 2024

5.0

Professional

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December 12, 2024

5.0

Excellent knowledge and explanation of my condition and course of treatment.

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December 12, 2024

5.0

Dr. Thau explained my condition thoroughly and offered a reasonable course of treatment.

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December 09, 2024

5.0

1 word awesome

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December 09, 2024

5.0

I feel he's really concerned about the patient

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December 05, 2024

5.0

Spend time and explain

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December 05, 2024

5.0

friendly. Professional. Caring.

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December 04, 2024

5.0

what I said above: he's thorough, smart and he cares.

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December 03, 2024

5.0

I'm so happy with Dr. Thau and the results that I booked a date for my second eye surgery. Doctor Thau has great bedside manners, explains the procedure throughly and what to expect. I'm so grateful for Dr. Thau

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December 01, 2024

5.0

Knowledgeable, caring, good listener

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November 30, 2024

5.0

Dr. Thau is very thorough, explaining everything he is doing and plans to do.

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November 27, 2024

5.0

Very empathic.

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November 26, 2024

5.0

Professional

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November 26, 2024

5.0

Great staff kind, helpful

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November 22, 2024

5.0

He worry for he's paciens

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Disclosures

Avrey J. Thau, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2024.

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