About Ankit Desai, MD

Ankit Desai, MD, an ophthalmologist at Endeavor Health, specializes in diagnosing and treating disorders of the retina, including diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration and retinal detachment. He offers advanced medical and surgical care such as intravitreal injections, laser surgery, vitrectomy and scleral buckling. Dr. Desai focuses on providing thorough evaluation, clear guidance and treatment plans designed to protect and preserve vision across a wide range of retinal conditions.

Care philosophy

I treat patients like family, offering care rooted in respect, attention and clear communication. My goal is to ensure each person feels comfortable discussing their concerns and confident in the plan we create together.

Overview

  • Languages Gujarati, Hindi, Spanish
  • Gender Male
  • Personal interests Chicago sports, Tennis, Movies, Spending time with my family

Conditions treated (7)

  • Diabetic retinopathy
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Retinal Detachment
  • Retinal tears
  • Macular holes
  • Vein occlusions
  • Macular edema

Procedures performed (9)

  • Retinal Exam
  • Intravitreal Injections
  • Ultrasonography
  • Laser surgery
  • Oct
  • Fluorescein angiography
  • Vitrectomy
  • Scleral Buckling Surgery
  • Pneumatic Retinopexy

Treatments offered (5)

  • Intravitreal Injections
  • Vitrectomy
  • Scleral Buckling Surgery
  • Pneumatic Retinopexy
  • Laser surgery
Windy City Retina, LLC
15905 S. Frederick St., Suite 105
Plainfield, IL 60586-2212
(815) 714-9115 Get directions
Medical School
  • 2010
    Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science
Residencies
  • 2014
    Ophthalmology
    St. Louis University School of Medicine
Board certifications
  • 2016
    Ophthalmology
    American Board of Ophthalmology
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