Robert S. Feder, MD

Robert S. Feder, MD

4.9 
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Primary Specialty

Cornea and External Disease

Secondary Specialty

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Practice Focus Areas

This medical professional has a particular interest or expertise in:

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:

  • Cataracts
  • Cloudy cornea
  • Cornea
  • Cornea transplant
  • Corneal dystrophy
  • Corneal edema
  • Corneal scar
  • Dry eye
  • Keratitis
  • Keratoconus
  • Pterygium

Education

Medical Education:
MD, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine - 1978
Internship:
University of California (San Francisco) - 1979
Residency:
Washington University/B-JH/SLCH Consortium - 1982
Fellowships:
University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics - 1983

Languages Spoken

  • Spanish

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology (Certified)

Faculty Profile

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 

4196 Ratings

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February 26, 2026

5.0

Dr. Feder was welcoming, kind, knowledgeable, and an active listener to my medical history, concerns, and questions. This helped him (and us) determine the best course of treatment for me moving forward.

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February 25, 2026

5.0

He is genuinely concerned about his patients.

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February 25, 2026

5.0

Great and caring doctor

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February 25, 2026

5.0

Dr Feder is best doctor He also has a wonderful personality

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February 20, 2026

5.0

Knows a lot

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February 20, 2026

5.0

Dr Feder explains things and takes the time to answer my questions and concerns.

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February 17, 2026

5.0

Best in his field

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February 17, 2026

5.0

Excellent care, great person.

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February 17, 2026

5.0

Explains procedures so you can understand.

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February 17, 2026

5.0

I have seen for Dr. Feder for 30+ years and have received exemplary care from him. He's an exceptional physician and person.

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February 16, 2026

5.0

He explains the tests and results.

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February 16, 2026

5.0

I have recommended him to friends and family who have needed help in finding ophthalmologists.

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February 15, 2026

5.0

He is personable and skillful

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February 15, 2026

5.0

Expert, thoughtful - great "bedsside manner."

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February 14, 2026

5.0

He had always been knowledgeable, professional and helpful.

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February 13, 2026

5.0

He's great!

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February 12, 2026

5.0

Expertise is the highest. Clear communications and nice "bedside manner."

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February 11, 2026

5.0

It's usually a long wait for an appointment.

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February 11, 2026

5.0

Listens well, caring, good suggestions, concerned about problems.

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February 10, 2026

5.0

Dr. Feder is knowledgeable, attentive, and thorough.

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February 10, 2026

5.0

confidence in his ability

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February 09, 2026

5.0

He is the best

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February 09, 2026

4.0

Expertise

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February 09, 2026

5.0

Top clinician.

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February 09, 2026

5.0

Dr. Feder has been my ophthalmologist for years. So, obviously I am more than happy with him and the care he has taken with my eyes. Plus, he is and always has been 1000% comfortable with all my questions, so we have a very good dialogue rapport at each visit.

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February 04, 2026

5.0

He is an excellent physician.

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February 04, 2026

5.0

Dr Feder is a great doctor

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February 03, 2026

5.0

Professionalism and knowledge

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January 30, 2026

5.0

He is widely regarded as one of the best in Chicago.

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January 25, 2026

5.0

Thorough eye exam, willing to answer all questions

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January 23, 2026

5.0

Service and explanations

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January 23, 2026

5.0

Dr. Feder was awesome. He was Informative and very thoughtful.

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January 23, 2026

5.0

He's ensured I get the care I need whether it be for macular degeneration, cataracts, etc. I feel confident I'm getting excellent care.

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January 23, 2026

5.0

Dr Feder answers my questions and alleviates my concerns about cataract surgery

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January 22, 2026

5.0

Takes time to be thorough Explains procedures

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January 21, 2026

5.0

So profesinaly, perfekt.

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January 21, 2026

5.0

He is patient and professional.

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January 21, 2026

5.0

Great doctor, explains every thing

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January 21, 2026

5.0

He knows what he is doing. I am confident of his decisions and recommendations

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January 20, 2026

5.0

Dr. Feder is the kind of doctor we hope to meet and to be fortunate enough to benefit from his exceptional talents. He is brilliant, thoughtful, loves his work, and shares his joy with his patients and colleagues. What a happy place to be!

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January 20, 2026

5.0

Dr Feder is the leading surgeon in his field

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January 20, 2026

5.0

Professional but a good listener

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January 19, 2026

5.0

He is the perfect example of a doctor who is an expert in their field and who is able to connect with patients to explain things and make them feel comfortable with their course of treatment.

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January 16, 2026

5.0

See above. I was referred to him from two of his patients and my previous ophthalmologist. All were right.

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January 16, 2026

5.0

Dr. Feder is a gem. Explains everything in simple enough terms for understanding and takes time for answering any questions.

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January 16, 2026

5.0

Very knowledgeable, skilled and reassuring

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January 15, 2026

5.0

Great doctor

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January 15, 2026

5.0

Dr Feder and this team always clearly explain what is happening during my visit

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January 14, 2026

5.0

Great service

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January 13, 2026

5.0

Excellent, caring, knowledgeable, patient.

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January 12, 2026

5.0

Expertise

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January 11, 2026

5.0

very caring and up to date

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January 10, 2026

5.0

Dr. Feder is my 10 score. I would highly recommend his care to anyone .

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January 10, 2026

5.0

Dr. Feder is OUTSTANDING!! I have been his patient for at least 39 years!! I've had very complicated eye issues for that long & Dr. Feder has been the ONLY ONE to be able to keep me seeing!! He found a wrinkle behind my eye at I believe my first visit & took me over to the Occular Melanoma department knowing exactly what it was!! So I now have a prosthetic left eye but am cancer free!! Thanks also back then to that department, who were also FANTASTIC! Since then, I with Dr. Feder's overwhelming knowledge & remarkable visionary insight of ideas that have truly worked for me... Dr. Feder is a Godsend & I just hope you all know how very, very lucky you are to have him at your hospital & teaching students at your University!!!!

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January 09, 2026

5.0

Dr. Feder is very thorough and explains everything simply so the patient has a very good understanding of their condition and progress.

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January 09, 2026

5.0

Even though Dr. Feders appointments we're running behind schedule, he still spent the time I needed with him

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January 05, 2026

5.0

He was really concerned and listened to me.

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January 05, 2026

5.0

Thorough, efficient, knowledgeable, Used excellent analogies to help me understand.

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January 05, 2026

5.0

Dr Feder is an excellent physician. He cares for his patients as if they were his family.

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January 05, 2026

5.0

He cares. Also, he seems very competent and scientific.

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January 04, 2026

5.0

Extremely thorough.

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January 03, 2026

5.0

Amazing doctor.

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January 03, 2026

5.0

I trust Northwestern and all its staff. I have been seeing Dr. Feder for my eye care for many years. I trust his capability.

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January 01, 2026

5.0

He spent a lot of time with me to determine what my issue was and referred a retinal specialist to investigate further.

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January 01, 2026

5.0

Dr Feder is a patient's ideal helper. He explains results so that we know what is going on and what is going to be done. And why!

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December 31, 2025

5.0

He has been a great eye Doctor for me

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December 31, 2025

5.0

Dr Feder is amazing. He's so kind, compassionate, patient. I just love him!

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December 31, 2025

5.0

One of the top doctors in the world

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December 30, 2025

5.0

Very kind and thoughtful in his responses. It is also clear that his residents and fellows hold him in high regard.

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December 29, 2025

5.0

The Staff in Ophthalmology was very thorough. Lexi was professional and made me feel relaxed. Tech, Daniel and Ryann were also welcoming. Dr Weston (?) the resident of Dr Feder was reassuring and answered my questions regarding glaucoma.

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December 29, 2025

4.0

He is clearly very knowledgeable and would recommend him for his expertise, but would have reservations due to the consistently prolonged (multiple hours on each occasion) appointments.

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December 26, 2025

5.0

He explains my needs and care. I trust his analysis and the surgery went well.

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December 25, 2025

5.0

Dr. Feder was the absolute BEST! While providing warm, compassionate, extremely expert care, he patiently educated me on my keratoconus + "baby cataracts, without being condescending towards my remedial communication skills. AND, as a bonus, Dr. Feder has a great sense of humor.

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December 24, 2025

5.0

Dr. Feder is so sweet and takes his time with all of his patients. I always felt like I was on good hands with him. It's amazing to see again!

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December 23, 2025

5.0

He's the best!!

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December 23, 2025

5.0

He explained everything very well about my eyesight.

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December 23, 2025

5.0

One of the best physicians I have ever known. Knowledgeable and caring

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December 23, 2025

5.0

Knowledge and professionalism

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December 22, 2025

5.0

The best nothing else to say!!

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December 21, 2025

5.0

Excellent communication skills and caring approach, as well as a thorough exam.

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December 21, 2025

5.0

Pleasant people....

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December 20, 2025

5.0

Dr. Feder and his team give excellent care.

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December 20, 2025

5.0

Very competent, experienced who demonstrates sincere passion for his work and his patients.

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December 18, 2025

5.0

Very qualified and has a wonderful style of interacting with patients

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December 18, 2025

5.0

I appreciate Dr. Feder's kindness and expertise.

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December 17, 2025

5.0

seems very expert, explained a complex situation and a plan of action to overcome that situation

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December 16, 2025

5.0

Dr Feder is a caring and knowledgeable Doctor. He puts his patient first in every interaction.

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December 16, 2025

5.0

A true leader in the field. Knowledgeable, caring

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December 15, 2025

5.0

Dr. Feder did my cataract surgery and I now have excellent vision. Always easy to talk to regarding any issues concerning my eyes.

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December 13, 2025

5.0

Very through and explains everything. Answers all questions. Very skilled and professional with a caring attitude regarding my concerns.

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December 12, 2025

5.0

Very pleasant sharp person.

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December 11, 2025

5.0

Personable knows what he is doing.Surgery was like clockwork and the information given before and after surgery was completely accurate

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December 11, 2025

5.0

Dr Feder is knowledgeable and professional.

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December 11, 2025

5.0

Very professional and concerned about his patient

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December 10, 2025

5.0

Dr. Feder is an outstanding physician. My husband has been seeing him for over 20 years.

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December 10, 2025

5.0

Important information

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December 09, 2025

5.0

He really knows Cataract surgery and gave me a lot of attention, pre surgical, surgery and appts post surgical. Stuart Galesburg 12/5/2025 @ 9:58 pm Friday

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December 09, 2025

5.0

Good service

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December 09, 2025

5.0

Very precise!

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December 07, 2025

5.0

Dr Feder is knowledgeable, patient, interested in patients, communicates well, explains problems and treatment options clearly, is never rushed, and respects and collaborates well with the technicians, residents, and other staff.

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