Andrea D. Birnbaum, MD, PhD

Andrea D. Birnbaum, MD, PhD

4.9 
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Primary Specialty

Ophthalmology

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine - 2005
Internship:
Swedish Hospital - 2006
Residency:
University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago - 2009
Fellowships:
University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago - 2010

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

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4.9
4.9 

412 Ratings

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100 Most Recent Reviews

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100 Most Recent Reviews

August 25, 2022

5.0

Listens, reviews, thorough exam

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August 25, 2022

5.0

Very thorough, efficient, to the point, knowledgeable, kind, good bedside manner, asked and answered questions. Excellent and a very nice woman

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August 18, 2022

5.0

She's professional, knowledgeable and kind. There are many physicians with HUGE egos. Dr. Birnbaum has a quiet confidence and a genuine concern for her patients.

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August 15, 2022

5.0

Dr. Birnbaum is wonderful!

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August 08, 2022

5.0

Her roles as a good doctor and teacher were evident.

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August 08, 2022

5.0

Trustworthy, caring and pleasant

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July 29, 2022

5.0

El trato fue amable y atenta a lo que yo expliqué , ella me explicó lo que vio en la examinacion y me dio cita de seguimiento,

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July 28, 2022

5.0

Dr. Burn sun is always pleasant and answers my questions without hesitation

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July 26, 2022

5.0

Love her thoroughness on the exams.

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July 25, 2022

5.0

she's thorough and takes the time to answer all of my questions

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July 21, 2022

5.0

She was very thorough and explained her recommendations very well. She spent all the time that was needed for my issues.

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July 14, 2022

5.0

Dr. Birnbaum noticed an issue I was experiencing as a patient and aggressively took care of it.

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July 14, 2022

5.0

Very nice and took the time to consider my entire health

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July 04, 2022

5.0

Dr. Birnbaum is pleasant and answers all my questions, I trust I'm in good care.

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June 30, 2022

5.0

Excellent service

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June 30, 2022

5.0

Personable and careful even with a huge patient load.

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June 30, 2022

5.0

Very thorough and very knowledgeable

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June 27, 2022

5.0

Extremely detail oriented, great recall on my case from previous visits, explains her thinking very clearly

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June 23, 2022

5.0

She is knowledgeable and responsive to any questions I ask.

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June 17, 2022

5.0

She is great; makes you feel comfortable to ask questions.

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June 16, 2022

5.0

She’s awesome, caring, passionate about her work, always smiling. You know she loves her work and her patients.

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June 13, 2022

5.0

Very personable helpful and informative. Exam indicated additional scan and was done evaluated and presented before I left the building. Thank you.

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June 12, 2022

3.0

I arrived at 1.55 and walked out at 3.45 pm. No exam by the doctor.

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June 05, 2022

5.0

Dr. Birnbaum was very understanding of my situation. I did not know I needed to be dilated to be examined. She was very understanding and seemed like an incredible Dr.

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June 03, 2022

5.0

I love that they look and listen to patients and not their watches. You know your concerns are taken seriously.

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June 02, 2022

5.0

Dr. Birnbaum is an excellent. I would highly recommend her. She is very attentive and caring toward her patients.

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June 02, 2022

5.0

She's very detailed and explains everything that you could understand.Love her.

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June 02, 2022

5.0

She knows the EYES, She is one of those Doctors that happens to Love what she does and it Shows!

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June 02, 2022

5.0

She was terrific, I mean really terrific. She was kind, she was gentle. She was constantly checking to make sure I was okay during my exam. She seemed to ask the right question. Other than Dr Dutra, who is no longer at NW, she was the best doctor I have even seen.

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May 30, 2022

5.0

She seemed knowledgeable of and confident in what she was doing.

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May 26, 2022

5.0

Dr Birnbaum always takes the time to explain the place that me eye health is at and what steps should be taken to improve or maintain the level of healthcare to my eyes

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May 23, 2022

5.0

She was patient and helpful.

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May 12, 2022

5.0

One the best

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May 12, 2022

5.0

Por qué es una doctora exelente y me trató muy bien.

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May 12, 2022

5.0

She is pleasant and seemed knowledgeable and concerned about my care.

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May 12, 2022

5.0

Satisfied with care

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May 05, 2022

5.0

Well prepared, personable, and very competent

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May 02, 2022

5.0

Friendly, informative

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April 18, 2022

5.0

She explained my condition in detail and answered all of my questions.

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April 18, 2022

5.0

She's great. Once I got into the room, the technician was very efficient with the tests and Dr. Birnbaum came right in to finish the appointment.

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April 15, 2022

5.0

Dr. Birnbaum is wonderful. She answers all my questions succinctly and patiently. She is kind and truly interested in my well-being.

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April 11, 2022

5.0

Very clear and careful to explain information to patient; eager to offer advice and tips for eye care. Considers all medical conditions of the patient.

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April 07, 2022

5.0

Very nice doctor that cares about patient and explains everything in an easy way

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March 31, 2022

5.0

Dr Birnbaum was kind and knowledgeable on her care.

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March 31, 2022

5.0

I don’t have any major issues , yet she didn’t make me feel like I was wasting her time

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March 24, 2022

5.0

Dr 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.

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March 24, 2022

5.0

Expert, great interaction with patients

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March 24, 2022

5.0

Friendly, competent

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March 21, 2022

5.0

Dr. Birbaum addressed all my concerns and was very pleasant.

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March 21, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable, thorough, and personable. I like her.

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March 21, 2022

5.0

Very detailed in her explanations.

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March 21, 2022

5.0

Take time to explain all information

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March 17, 2022

5.0

She’s super.

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March 16, 2022

5.0

The doctor was knowledgeable and thorough. Friendly demeanor.

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March 10, 2022

5.0

Outstanding

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March 10, 2022

5.0

Thorough

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March 07, 2022

5.0

I'm pleased.

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March 03, 2022

5.0

Goes 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.

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February 24, 2022

5.0

Thorough and extremely knowledgeable

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February 23, 2022

5.0

She is very thorough

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February 21, 2022

5.0

Very friendly, helpful. Listened to what I had to say.

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February 17, 2022

5.0

Knowledge, efficiency, friendliness, timeliness.

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February 14, 2022

5.0

Dr, Birnbaum is an exceptional Doctor. She explained everything that she needed to do and answered all of my questions in a way that I would understand,

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February 14, 2022

4.0

She provides good care and followed up with me directly after my unacceptable wait. She is a good doctor, unfortunately the office is understaffed and overbooked.

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February 14, 2022

5.0

She is very knowledgeable, attentive, caring provider

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January 24, 2022

5.0

Capable and willing to discuss various aspects of the issues involved.

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January 17, 2022

5.0

She explained areas of concern that should be monitored.

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January 11, 2022

5.0

She was very thorough.

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January 10, 2022

5.0

She makes you feel heard and understood. Her advice and care has been spot on

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January 06, 2022

5.0

Detailed exam.

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January 06, 2022

5.0

Great Doctor! Great Listener! explains things so you can understand

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December 28, 2021

4.0

She was pleasant, answered questions I asked gave good explanations

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December 23, 2021

5.0

She's on top of my care and concerns.

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December 20, 2021

5.0

Thorough and helpful

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December 16, 2021

5.0

She 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.

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December 16, 2021

5.0

She’s a great doctor

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December 13, 2021

5.0

Easy to understand, helpful

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December 13, 2021

5.0

Very thorough

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December 13, 2021

5.0

The best visit I ever had when it comes to seeing an ophthalmologist

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December 09, 2021

5.0

Very thorough

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December 06, 2021

5.0

Professional knowledge and expertise

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December 03, 2021

5.0

Dr. Birnbaum was very throurgh. Her questions helped to uncover what is causing the syptoms I am experiencing. Her approach has helped me decide to make NW OPhthalmology my home.

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November 11, 2021

5.0

Caring and very knowledgeable!

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November 04, 2021

5.0

She made me feel like she was here to help

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October 26, 2021

5.0

Dr. Birnbaum has provided quality care to me. She has performed two successful laser surgery for my glaucoma and I'm pleased with the results.

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October 21, 2021

5.0

Very engaging, thorough, responsive and helpful.

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October 18, 2021

5.0

Smart and friendly.

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October 14, 2021

5.0

Could tell she is an excellent doctor - asked the right questions, efficient, in control - plus a pleasant, friendly personality.

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October 13, 2021

5.0

She is personable, she knows her patients and what’s going on in their life. She’s concerned about her patients health.

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October 10, 2021

5.0

The doctor was encouraging about my condition

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October 07, 2021

5.0

She was friendly, thorough, knowledgeable, gentle, not hurried, made sure all my questions were answered. Was prepared with my medical history; made sure I scheduled follow up.

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October 04, 2021

5.0

Excellent doctor

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September 28, 2021

5.0

Takes time to explain!

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September 20, 2021

5.0

Very thorough

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September 13, 2021

5.0

Very Professional and competent Dr.

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September 09, 2021

5.0

Dr. Birnbaum was very good and professional with her care in caring for my eyes.

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September 06, 2021

5.0

Experience

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August 30, 2021

5.0

Acts with confidence.Listens carefully to patient's spoken concerns.Is willing to consider and discuss alternative possibilities.

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August 30, 2021

5.0

Nice lady ...seemed to know her profession.

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August 26, 2021

5.0

Expert with excellent patient manners

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