Daniel A. Balikov, MD, PhD

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Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Surgical Retina

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Reasons to Schedule a Visit

This medical professional may be a good choice for you if you are looking for care for any of the following:

Central serous retinopathy
Diabetic retinopathy
Epiretinal membrane
Flashes and floaters
Lattice degeneration

Macular degeneration
Macular hole
Retina
Retinal vein occlusion

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Education

Medical Education:: MD, PhD, Vanderbilt University School of Medicine - 2019
Internship:: University of Michigan Health System - 2020
Residency:: University of Michigan - 2023
Fellowships:: University of Miami/Bascom Palmer Eye Institute - 2025

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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Overall Rating

4.9

4.9

160 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

64 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

64 Reviews

February 27, 2026

5.0

Professional and personable

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February 20, 2026

5.0

Professional, efficient but not rushed.

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February 19, 2026

5.0

Dr. Daniel was thorough with my exam. He made sure that his diagnosis was correct. He asked questions and never seemed like he was rushing through my exam. He explained everything he was going to do before he proceeded and made sure I was comfortable the whole time.

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February 13, 2026

5.0

Explaining the situation and options is an asset of Dr Balikov's

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February 10, 2026

5.0

professional and explained everything

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February 07, 2026

5.0

He was friendly and knowledgeable

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February 06, 2026

5.0

Very pleasant and attentive, answered every question.

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February 03, 2026

5.0

Dr. Balikov was thorough and explained what he was doing and why. I feel that he checked out everything I was concerned about.This was the first time I'd met him. Good doctor.

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January 31, 2026

5.0

Dr. Balikov was very personable, he listened to my concerns and explained the next steps.

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January 30, 2026

5.0

Really to the time to make sure I understood everything

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January 30, 2026

5.0

Efficiency, kindness, thoroughness, friendliness, knowledge.

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January 26, 2026

5.0

He was able to fit me in to his schedule the same day and addressed my issue and all of my concerns.

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January 23, 2026

5.0

He is very knowledgeable and seems flexible, too, in his approaches.

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January 23, 2026

5.0

He took the necessary time to explain my status.

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January 17, 2026

5.0

See above. No monkey business, clear direction

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January 15, 2026

5.0

Young man with a positive, genial personality. Listened to my symptoms was prepared having reviewed previous findings. Explained the exam process and gave me a plan going forward. Excellent experience.

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January 14, 2026

5.0

He was very personable, and comforting during my visit.

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January 10, 2026

5.0

Personable able to show empathy and a professional demeanor

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January 10, 2026

5.0

Friendly, timely, smart efficient.

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January 10, 2026

5.0

Took the necessary time to review my condition.

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January 09, 2026

5.0

Dr Balikov is extremely caring and competent. Those are two important qualities for a physician.

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January 02, 2026

5.0

He took the necessary time to address a complication and put me at ease.

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December 30, 2025

5.0

He was thorough. He examined every area of my eye literally inside and out! I could tell that he cared about my eyes and if there was a problem, he was going to find it!

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December 26, 2025

4.0

Dr Balikov is a good doctor. His bedside manner is refreshing. I look forward to our journey together. He was honest with me on expectations.

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December 26, 2025

5.0

Great and thorough care

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December 24, 2025

5.0

Provides thorough explanation of conditions.

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December 17, 2025

5.0

He is a good doctor

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December 15, 2025

5.0

Awesome bedside manner. patient, knowledgeable, cordial and listens!

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December 14, 2025

5.0

Great program

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December 13, 2025

5.0

Told me exactly what was being done and answered all.my questions.

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December 13, 2025

5.0

He seemed to have a thorough understanding of my issue and explained it well. Also, he gets bonus points for being personable.

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December 11, 2025

5.0

The visit was very comfortable and the staff was very friendly

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December 10, 2025

5.0

very thorough and explained everything

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December 06, 2025

5.0

he was very nice, efficient, remembered me from last time and very professional. Answered all my questions.

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December 06, 2025

5.0

Very professional and accurate

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December 05, 2025

5.0

Kind and confident. I've seen him only once, but I appreciated his affect during the exam.

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November 26, 2025

5.0

Attentive, friendly, and expert care.

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November 21, 2025

5.0

Makes sure patients knows exactly what's going on with them ensuring attention to detail making patients feel comfortable in the busy workplace environment and communications with patients

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November 20, 2025

5.0

He was very knowledgeable about my issue; a retina expert. I felt confident that he understood my concerns. He was pleasant, friendly and professional.

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November 19, 2025

5.0

He a very good eyes doctor

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November 14, 2025

5.0

Dr. Balikov explained what was happening in my eye and the next steps in terms I could mostly understand.

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November 14, 2025

5.0

Extremely courteous and instill confidence in the patient.

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November 14, 2025

5.0

The exam was excellent, the doctor explained everything very clearly

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November 07, 2025

5.0

Five star treatment.

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November 07, 2025

5.0

Hey has a great bedside manner and very friendly and helpful. Put me at ease and willing to answer questions.

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November 07, 2025

5.0

Friendly but very knowledge le

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November 06, 2025

5.0

He was great and took his time with me and answered all my questions. Especially since I was very concerned as this was a follow up appointment from my emergency room visit. Also, the doctor that came in before him for my pre-examination and questions was also excellent. I forgot his name.

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November 05, 2025

5.0

Great Team!

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October 31, 2025

5.0

Very helpful and knowledgeable

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October 29, 2025

5.0

Very personable and timely.

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October 28, 2025

5.0

Dr was very thorough and explained my situation

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October 25, 2025

5.0

Explained everything how we would proceed with my care. And listened to My questions and concerns.

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October 15, 2025

5.0

He explained everything and didn't rush

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October 13, 2025

5.0

It's how healthcare should be

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October 10, 2025

5.0

Clear explanations and concern

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October 10, 2025

5.0

Friendly and kind very helpful

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October 10, 2025

5.0

Professional and personable.

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October 06, 2025

5.0

He listened attentively and empathetically. He gave details for his prescribed course of treatment and reasonable options to pursue if needed.

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September 22, 2025

5.0

Friendly, professional, knowledgeable, responsive and effectively communicated

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September 22, 2025

5.0

Made me feel comfortable and explained everything in detail

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September 22, 2025

5.0

I believe that patients like know what is going on and what is Dr. next step/procedure.

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September 19, 2025

5.0

He appears to be very thorough.

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September 06, 2025

5.0

Dr Balikov was informative and friendly. He also showed care & concern about my eye issues & the length of time that the issues have existed. He recommended a referral to and for further evaluation.

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September 05, 2025

5.0

Dr Balikov was extremely personable and thorough in his exam and explanation of my condition

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