
Andrea D. Birnbaum, MD, PhD

Primary Specialty
Ophthalmology
Insurance
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Practice Focus Areas
Education
- Medical Education:
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MD, University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine - 2005
- Internship:
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Swedish Hospital - 2006
- Residency:
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University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago - 2009
- Fellowships:
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University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago - 2010
Board Certifications
- American Board of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology (Certified)
Faculty Profile
Associate Professor, Feinberg School of MedicinePractice Groups and Affiliations
- Medical Group:
- Northwestern Medical Group
- Alignment Category:
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Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
- On Medical Staff At:
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Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Ratings and Reviews
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337 Ratings
Reviews from Patients
Reviews from Patients
March 24, 2022
5.0 star star star star starDr Birnbaum is very personable and professional. She explained steps taken during the exam, what was going on with my symptoms, issues that were “normal” and issues that would be monitored. The entire experience was reassuring.
March 03, 2022
5.0 star star star star starGoes above and beyond looking at the whole health view of my case, factoring in the medications I take from other doctors to adapt and watch what needs to be looked out. It makes me feel like I am getting the best care I could possibly have.
December 16, 2021
5.0 star star star star starShe was efficient, thorough, caring, and persistent in finding my issue and a plan for dealing with it. I have no hesitation whatsoever returning to her, and unfortunately I can’t say that about all doctors.
May 05, 2021
5.0 star star star star starShe was AwSome toook the time to make sure everything wented well i was very pleased we need more doctors like her I was very impressed the way she handle the situation with me & Let's not forget the young lady that was helping me as well the assistant She had a lot of patience and understanding Thank you Northwestern for hiring some great people
April 05, 2021
5.0 star star star star starShe cares about her patients and is very concerned for their well being. She answers all my questions about my eye care and provides helpful information for on going care. She also has a very good staff helping her. Megan was informative and very kind. I like Dr. Birnbaum so much I had my husband change from his eye DR. to her and he will see her in May as a new patient. I like Dr. Birnbaum so much that have told her that I wish she was also an internist as looking for a new one with her "bedside manner"
Disclosures
Industry Relationships
Ownership or Investment Interests
Faculty member had an ownership or investment interest in the following companies
- Byline Bank
External Professional Relationships
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