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Dr. Ru-ik Chee

Dr. Ruik Chee is a board-certified ophthalmologist and retina specialist with over a decade of experience treating complex eye conditions including retinal detachment, diabetic eye disease, retinal vein occlusions, uveitis and other retinal conditions. He earned his medical degree from Trinity College Dublin School of Medicine and completed his internship at the University of Pennsylvania Health System. Dr. Chee went on to complete his ophthalmology residency at Weill Cornell Medical College and a vitreoretinal surgery fellowship at the Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary at the University of Illinois at Chicago.

Dr. Chee practices at the Retina Institute of Illinois, with office locations in Chicago, Crystal Lake, Gurnee and Niles. He is affiliated with Advocate Lutheran General Hospital and Ascension Saint Joseph – Chicago. In addition to English, Dr. Chee speaks Mandarin, allowing him to provide care to a diverse patient population.

Education

  • Fellowship: Vitreoretinal Surgery, Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary – University of Illinois at Chicago
  • Residency: Weill Cornell Medical College – New York Presbyterian Hospital
  • Internship: University of Pennsylvania Health System
  • Medical School: Trinity College Dublin School of Medicine

Certification

  • American Board of Ophthalmology

Clinical Interests

  • Diabetic Eye Disease
  • Flashers & Floaters
  • Age Related Macular Degeneration
  • Macular Hole & Pucker
  • Retinal Detachment & Tears
  • Retinal Vein Occlusions
  • Uveitis

Languages

  • English
  • Mandarin

Hospital Affiliations

  • Advocate Lutheran General Hospital
  • Ascension Saint Joseph – Chicago

Our Doctors

Testimonials

What Our Patients Say

"Dr. Rao is excellent. She is very kind and compassionate. She is a role model for how all doctors should practice. She was very thorough in explaining my issue to me and the procedure she would be doing for treatment. I appreciate her seeing me for an unscheduled emergency procedure on a Saturday. I am very confident in her knowledge and ability to treat my torn retina to prevent further damage to my sight. She called me the next day to check on me. I 100% recommend Dr. Rao.""

- Kelly N.

"Had my first visit today and the staff and technician were friendly and professional. Dr. Rao is amazing too. She listened to my concerns and showed care throughout the whole process. I would recommend this practice to anyone.""

- Kate L.

"It's too much to put in this little space.. 10 stars Dr. Vierling for saving my eyes,and the eye technician/nurses are so dynamite! Yes the wait can be a little long but for wonderful eye care, I'll watch the television to stay occupied. Such a sweet lady with gorgeous hair at the front desk..she can handle 5 things at once and keep a smile on her face . Love my Lombard office,but will go to oak Park if I have to as long as I see my doctor and at least a few of my nurses that I've dealt with over my time . Keep up the great work!!""

- Vonne G.

"From the front desk staff to everyone I came into contact with, employees were informative and pleasant. Doctor Vierling has a calming voice and guides you through procedures excellently!""

- Tonya M.

"Dr. Hong-Gam Le is a great retina specialist! She is attentive and professional. She saved my mom‘s Vision!""

- Lesya P.

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