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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:

Amblyopia
Blindness
Blurry vision
Cataracts
Choroidal nevus
Cloudy cornea
Conjunctivitis
Cornea
Cornea transplant
Corneal dystrophy
Corneal scar
Crusting of lashes
Diabetic eye exam
Diabetic retinopathy
Dry eye
Epiretinal membrane
Failed vision screening
Flashes and floaters
General eye exam
Glasses only

Glaucoma
Keratitis
Lattice degeneration
Light sensitivity
Macular degeneration
Migraines
Multiple sclerosis
Neuro-ophthalmology
Ocular rosacea
Posterior vitreous detachment
Red eye
Retina
Retinal edema
Retinal hemorrhage
Rheumatoid arthritis
Shingles or herpes
Soft contacts (with or without glasses)
Tearing
Twitching eyelid
Uveitis

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Education

Medical Education:: MD, Howard University College of Medicine - 2021
Residency:: McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2025

Practice Groups and Affiliations

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

Delnor Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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320 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

February 26, 2026

5.0

Very professional, explains in the easiest way to understand, gives options and solutions.

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February 23, 2026

5.0

Great Dr and surgeon !!!!

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February 23, 2026

5.0

Dr Ismail is a wonderful physician !! All Drs should emulate him

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February 16, 2026

5.0

Great dr

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February 14, 2026

5.0

Oh I gotta say he was outstanding his concerns for your vision he wants to make sure you get the best treatment possible and his manners are just awesome

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February 13, 2026

5.0

Wonderful Dr! I enjoyed the fact that he didn't speak at me, but he spoke to me with clarity. When I left his office I was very happy that we would be working together and had a plan on how to proceed forward.

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February 11, 2026

5.0

Have had a good experience with him and he is very informative

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February 11, 2026

5.0

Outstanding care

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February 11, 2026

5.0

Dr. Ismail is never rushed, always explains all parts of the exam and the results. Friendly and relaxed.

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February 11, 2026

5.0

Dr Ismail is great. Kind, listens, and explains everything well.

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February 10, 2026

5.0

Empathetic, thorough and explains things so I can understand.

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February 10, 2026

5.0

Dr Ismail is a great dr

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February 10, 2026

5.0

Personable, professional, and extremely thorough!

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February 08, 2026

5.0

See 1st question where I listed why I'd highly recommend Dr.Ismail.

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February 06, 2026

5.0

very good dr very caring

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February 03, 2026

5.0

Provides clear and understandable explanation of procedures. He is patient and listens and addresses my concerns and fears of procedures

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February 03, 2026

5.0

I'm very happy with the outcome of my surgeries

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January 30, 2026

5.0

answered all my questions clearly and directly

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January 30, 2026

5.0

Excellent, thorough and explains things well

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January 29, 2026

5.0

Dr. Ismail has an amazing bedside manner. I feel he gives you his full attention when you have an appointment. He patiently answers questions and does not rush you. He makes you feel comfortable with his knowledge and expertise. I felt total confidence going into my cataract surgery.

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January 29, 2026

5.0

Patient centered, empathetic and really works to explain things.

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January 29, 2026

5.0

Total professional !!!!!!! Top notch PATIENT CENTERED care!!!! His whole team is amazing !!

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January 29, 2026

5.0

He was kind and compassionate, and I didn't feel hurried at all. He answered all my questions

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January 29, 2026

5.0

Dr. Ismail took the time to review my test results and explain them to me. He provided a treatment plan that made me feel heard and in good hands. He also recommended a solution to my dry eyes, something previous doctors ignored. I was really happy with his care and would recommend him highly to anyone.

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January 29, 2026

5.0

He's given me help with what is needed for my care.

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January 29, 2026

5.0

Doctor Ismail was thoroughly prepared for a visit by knowing my condition and rendering test which should address the problem. He thoroughly explained all aspects of my shingles condition as well as an avenue of cure outstanding communication skills.p

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January 29, 2026

5.0

Great doctor who can explain in detail . Very professional with personal care

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January 27, 2026

5.0

Patient, does not act stressed, hurried, nor dismissive. Friendly and approachable.

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January 27, 2026

5.0

Very professional

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January 22, 2026

5.0

He is a very caring doctor

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January 22, 2026

5.0

Comforting doing procedure

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January 22, 2026

5.0

Explains test results and eye condition in easily understandable manner.

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January 21, 2026

5.0

Very helpful, attentive, and patient

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January 21, 2026

5.0

Kind, thorough and a true professional!!!!

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January 21, 2026

5.0

He is very prifessional, nice, & gives me options to rectify issues. I feel very positive about my experience

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January 20, 2026

5.0

Thorough, kind and effective listening

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January 20, 2026

5.0

Very knowledgeable about his profession. He prepared every visit. He's not fumbing over trying to just read my record when i arrive. Hes prepared knows my case Gives detailed and understandable explanation. Has a plan for my condition and is able to explain it so that I understand

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January 19, 2026

5.0

Dr. Ismail is very attentive and does not rush through the appointment. He answers questions thoroughly and does not work on his laptop while I'm talking. Dr..Ismail is very professional and makes me feel like a valued patient.

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January 19, 2026

5.0

Dr I. Is very knowledgeable dr, explains every detail. And listens to our questions.

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January 19, 2026

5.0

Great service

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January 18, 2026

5.0

Great doctor

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January 15, 2026

5.0

Very personable, easy to talk to and explains everything well.

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January 15, 2026

5.0

He was wonderful he explained everything very well and told me things that nobody explained before He is helping me to get better

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January 15, 2026

5.0

Dr. Ismail was very professional and seemed concerned.

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January 15, 2026

5.0

Very professional very courteous explained everything clearly answered all my questions he is simply the best grateful to be seen by him

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January 13, 2026

5.0

Dr is thorough when I see him, takes the time to answer any questions

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January 13, 2026

5.0

Excellent and understandable diagnosis along with treatment plan. Shows empathy. Takes time to answer all questions. I like the way he interact with staff

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January 12, 2026

5.0

If I could I would give him a 15. Great doctor. I am happy I switched to his office.

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January 12, 2026

5.0

Takes his time to explain. Very caring.

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January 12, 2026

5.0

Top Notch Doctor

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January 08, 2026

5.0

He is a Great Dr

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January 06, 2026

5.0

friendly and informative

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January 06, 2026

5.0

Dr Ismail, does a very thorough testing and consultation...

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January 01, 2026

5.0

He very professional,diagnoses and treatment perfect. He is caring, kind and friendly too

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December 31, 2025

5.0

Explains everything very clearly. Knows his stuff

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December 30, 2025

5.0

If you are looking for a Dr that specializes in this field, Dr. Ismail is the perfect Dr for you. He is very nice, takes the time to provide you with all your needs, explains everything very throughly and makes you feel understood.

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December 30, 2025

5.0

Explains everything so you can understand. Answers all questions.

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December 25, 2025

5.0

friendly, informative

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December 23, 2025

5.0

Although Dr Ismail spoke a bit fast for me d/t my hearing loss, when I asked him to slow down he did so. He seemed thorough in his evaluation of me & clearly explained the info from my eval.

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December 23, 2025

5.0

Genuine care and useful information

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December 19, 2025

5.0

Very thorough. Answered my questions clearly. Did not rush.

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December 17, 2025

5.0

My daughter arrived in an emergency and he did everything he could to attend to her immediately. A very professional doctor who cares about his patients. Highly recommended.

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December 17, 2025

5.0

Great compassionate care

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December 16, 2025

5.0

He's a really good doctor as he takes his time to listen to your situation and concerns and explain everything thank you doctor

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December 16, 2025

5.0

Very personable. Able to explain procedures to patients.

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December 15, 2025

5.0

His diagnosis and treatment are perfect. Besides this he professional, caring and friendly

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December 13, 2025

5.0

He is kind caring and professional. His diagnosis is perfect

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December 11, 2025

5.0

Professional and friendly

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December 11, 2025

5.0

Extremely thorough eye examination. Explained my issues in detail. Great doctor!

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December 11, 2025

5.0

Trustworthy

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December 08, 2025

5.0

He was friendly when he asked about my health.

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December 08, 2025

5.0

Is very good, thorough and careful doctor who has already helped me improve my vision just by pointing out that my eyes were very dry and that I should use moisturizing drops

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December 07, 2025

5.0

He is knowledgeable, informative, and patient

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December 05, 2025

5.0

doctor Haroon explained everything very well to me about my situation

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December 04, 2025

5.0

Many reason but one he's the best MD

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December 04, 2025

5.0

Dr. Ismail took his time with me to understand the history of my issue. He treated me like a person and not just a number. I felt very confident, leaving the office, knowing that I was well taken care of and that my issue will finally go away.

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December 03, 2025

5.0

He treats his patients with the utmost care

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December 02, 2025

5.0

Care and knowledge

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November 29, 2025

5.0

My opinion is he is a best eye surgeon.

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November 28, 2025

5.0

Very thorough and detailed provider. Very effective communication ensures patient understands the issue and treatment plan

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November 26, 2025

5.0

Dr. Ismail is courteous, prompt, has a great personality and really takes the time to listen to my concerns and explains why it's happening and what is the next step. He is a great Doctor and an asset to the department

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November 26, 2025

5.0

He was very attentive and concerned.

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November 22, 2025

5.0

Dedicated, caring, relatable to patients

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November 21, 2025

5.0

He was thorough_both in his examination and explanation. And incredibly kind!

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November 20, 2025

5.0

He has been the best eye doctor I have been to at Northwestern. He is so thorough. He went through my whole eye chart fine trying to find out why my my eyes have not changed and what the problem is I have never ever had an eye doctor do this he is fantastic.

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November 20, 2025

5.0

As above. Outstanding "bedside manner." Highly professional, seemingly in complete command of the treatment options and technology available, personable and generous with his time both in explaining and responding to questions.

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November 20, 2025

5.0

very pleased with the care I've been receiving

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November 19, 2025

5.0

Dr. Haroon Ismail is a fantastic consultant/ surgeon and explained everything in a way I understood. I am a new patient seeing them about my cateract eye surgery and he have a very detailed knowledge of my condition and a very human approach. He did a great efforts in getting best lenses to be implanted in my eyes. He is very kind and compassionate

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November 19, 2025

5.0

Dr. Ismail the most professional and knowledgeable Doctor I have ever visited . His bedside manner was very compassionate.

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November 18, 2025

5.0

Dr. Ismail and his team including Frankie and Annie are very knowledgeable. They are thorough and respectful. Dr. Ismail is very respectful , efficient, patient and open minded.

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November 17, 2025

5.0

Highly recommended, extremely competent

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November 16, 2025

5.0

My trusted friend recommended Dr. Ismail, and she was right!

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November 14, 2025

5.0

He explained things

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November 14, 2025

5.0

He explained everything very clearly

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November 14, 2025

5.0

He was very kind and knowledgeable

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November 13, 2025

5.0

He is the best doctor of respect, knowledge treatment, and patience

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November 12, 2025

5.0

He took his time with the exam, explained the next steps ECT. With most it's hurry up and then wait and wait not there even if you had to wait I would still give this practice a 10, I have gone to Wheaton eye clinic since 1978 This practice is hands down better

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November 12, 2025

5.0

He took the time to explain everything to me.

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November 11, 2025

5.0

Explains everything well as far as options.

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November 07, 2025

5.0

Because he is well professional his diagnosis and treatment are perfect Besides this he is kind and caring. He is a five star doctor

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