Gary S. Lissner, MD

Gary S. Lissner, MD

4.8 
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Primary Specialty

Ophthalmic Plastic, Orbital and Reconstructive Surgery

Secondary Specialty

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine - 1974
Residency:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 1978
Fellowships:
University of Toronto - 1979

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Associate 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

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4.8
4.8 

1549 Ratings

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93 Reviews

April 28, 2025

5.0

Dr. Lissner is very caring and concerns about my results.

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April 25, 2025

5.0

He was thorough and explained everything involved with the procedure.

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April 24, 2025

5.0

Explains procedure and expected outcome in detail.

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April 24, 2025

5.0

Well Preparef, Caring and Sensitive

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April 22, 2025

5.0

Very thorough and attentive.

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April 22, 2025

5.0

Thorough, knowledgeable, patient, kind.

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April 20, 2025

5.0

Did a great job

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April 18, 2025

5.0

He was very knowledgeable and did a fantastic job.

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April 16, 2025

5.0

Listens, has a plan , reviews his plan with the patient.

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April 15, 2025

5.0

great!

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April 15, 2025

5.0

Thoughtful explanation of procedure

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April 15, 2025

5.0

Very professional and did a great job very happy

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April 12, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable.

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April 08, 2025

5.0

Explains things so you can understand

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April 02, 2025

5.0

Excellent surgeon

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March 31, 2025

5.0

Very qualified , professional and great Bedside manners

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March 29, 2025

5.0

He's a great doctor who cares about his patients

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March 28, 2025

5.0

Dr. Lissner is the consumate professional

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March 27, 2025

5.0

Thorough exam and explanation.

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March 25, 2025

5.0

Did not feel rushed Answered many many questions patiently

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March 24, 2025

5.0

Listened to my specific concerns and catered treatment based on them!

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March 21, 2025

5.0

Polite. Efficient. Successful.

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March 18, 2025

5.0

He is the best of the best. Presents honest and insightful care

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March 10, 2025

5.0

Dr Lissner was extremely thorough in his exam, very engaged and patient.

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March 10, 2025

5.0

Dr Lissner and Don are a dynamic duo! They were very thorough with the entire process of my surgery. The provided all the necessary details from start to finish. They were very kind and patient with all my questions/concerns. Dr Lissner is an outstanding surgeon and Don is extremely professional!! I would highly recommend this team to anyone!!

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March 07, 2025

5.0

So very kind and very comfortable to be with...I never felt rushed. Dr. Lissner answered about 100 questions I had patiently and thoroughly.

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March 03, 2025

5.0

Thorough and cautious and put me first. Saved my lower eyelashes too. My cyst removal looks perfect. Very skilled hands

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February 24, 2025

5.0

Dr. Lissner is very thorough and attentive. He does not rush through exams the way many other doctors tend to do.

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February 21, 2025

5.0

His attention to the care of the patient and his knowledge

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February 17, 2025

5.0

I love how he explains throughly and allows all questions. Great doc!!

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February 17, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable. Very caring. Explains everything clearly. Very thorough. Goes above and beyond to help you.

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February 15, 2025

5.0

Clear explanation of eye disorders and path for treatment.

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February 14, 2025

5.0

Dr. Lissner is the consummate professional. He has a comfortable way with patients, inspires confidence, and is extremely thorough, .

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February 13, 2025

5.0

Dr Lissner was very friendly and answered all of my questions.

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February 12, 2025

5.0

Friendly, professional, knowledgeable, thorough

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February 11, 2025

5.0

Devoted ,competent and caring

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February 08, 2025

5.0

Wonderful doctor.

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February 06, 2025

5.0

Great doctor with a great team! His PA Kylie is awesome!

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February 03, 2025

5.0

He's very caring yet direct.

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February 02, 2025

5.0

There to address a problem not just for a fee

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January 31, 2025

5.0

he is kind and thorough and takes the time to listen

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January 30, 2025

5.0

He seems to know what's he doing. Communicates well and is patient and answers questions.

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January 30, 2025

5.0

I had been seeing him for around 40 years. If he is no good, I would have left long time ago.

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January 28, 2025

5.0

Very professional in nice

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January 23, 2025

5.0

Great doctor & care team

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January 23, 2025

5.0

Very knowledgeable and caring

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January 21, 2025

5.0

He knows a ton and is very helpful and kind.

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January 20, 2025

5.0

Very caring, thorough and knows what he's doing.

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January 18, 2025

5.0

Spent time really listening. Was gentle thorough and kind. He is extremely knowledgeable and empathetic

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January 17, 2025

5.0

Dr. Lissner was very professional, thorough, and solicitous of my desires.

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January 15, 2025

5.0

Dr. Lissner and his staff (especially Don) are thorough in their consideration and treatment of symptoms. Very knowledgeable doctor and excellent communicators.

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January 10, 2025

5.0

He is the best of the best. Great communicator and skill as a surgeon.

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January 07, 2025

5.0

He ask lot of questions

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December 27, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable and really took the time to assess my situation and provide guidance.

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December 26, 2024

5.0

Dr. Is a great communicator and always puts me at ease

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December 24, 2024

5.0

Dr Lissner is truly the best!! Great, caring doctor and outstanding surgeon. He takes the time to get to know his patients and I appreciate that!!

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December 20, 2024

5.0

Fantastic doctor.

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December 16, 2024

5.0

He is always present and respectful of my concerns

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December 10, 2024

5.0

Knows what he's doing. Easy to communicate with.

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December 06, 2024

5.0

Caring Methodical Knows his specialisation Great communicator

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December 04, 2024

5.0

Excellent physician that is very thorough in exam and very helpful to my eye condition. He truly goes out of his way to provide the best possible care and communicates very well. Trust him 100% with his judgement and skill

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December 02, 2024

5.0

Wonderful. Explains everything clearly. Very knowledgeable.

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November 24, 2024

5.0

excellence at all levels

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November 22, 2024

5.0

he is extremely thorough

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November 21, 2024

5.0

He is very knowledgeable and personable.

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November 16, 2024

5.0

Efficient

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November 13, 2024

5.0

Great

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November 13, 2024

5.0

Very informative, very professional and did a very good job even my healing is going smoothly

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November 12, 2024

5.0

The wonderful care I received.

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November 12, 2024

5.0

He has years of experience, is thorough, and detail oriented.

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November 11, 2024

5.0

Pleasant personality and explains things thoroughly.

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November 08, 2024

5.0

Great bedside manner

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October 30, 2024

5.0

Dr. Lissner was kind and thorough.

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October 29, 2024

5.0

Thorough, informative, nice

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October 29, 2024

5.0

Excellent doctor and incredibly attentive.

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October 25, 2024

5.0

knowledable and good bedside manner

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October 23, 2024

5.0

Caring. Responsive. Thorough.

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October 14, 2024

5.0

Dr. Gary Lissner cares about his patients & helps them.

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October 12, 2024

5.0

Dr Lissner cares about his patients and takes time to discuss their medical history and condition.

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October 11, 2024

5.0

Doctor Lissner took great care to remove the sutures. And shows genuine concern for my well-being

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October 09, 2024

5.0

Dr Lissner went the extra mile to make sure I understood the procedure and that everything was explained thoroughly to me.

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October 06, 2024

5.0

He is very good and listens to the patient, he explains a guidance is so helpful. I will recommend Dr Lissner 100%

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October 04, 2024

5.0

Incredibly thorough; explains everything; very caring; skilled; takes all the time you need to talk through everything and with the procedure. I really trust him, which means a lot.

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October 01, 2024

5.0

Caring Capable

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September 30, 2024

4.0

Very nice doctor.

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September 23, 2024

5.0

Expertise, top notch patient service, excellent communicator

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September 17, 2024

5.0

Dr Lissner was very caring and showed great concern about my condition.

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September 17, 2024

5.0

Excellent physician-clearly explained my condition, offered options for next steps, and, answered my questions both in person and via online portal. Am grateful for his expertise and professional care.

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September 16, 2024

5.0

Dr Lissner was friendly and very thorough describing what to expect during and after my procedure

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September 13, 2024

5.0

Very helpful and thorough. Clear explanations of my options. Very experienced and straightforward.

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September 13, 2024

5.0

He is the best of the best. Supportive and a very good listener.

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September 06, 2024

5.0

Professional and very thorough

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September 05, 2024

5.0

Dr. Lissner and staff saw that I needed some immediate help with my eye lids and had me come back later same day for procedure.

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Disclosures

Gary S. Lissner, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2024.

External Professional Relationships

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