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Dr. Ivy Zhu, MD is an ophthalmologist in Chicago, IL specializing in ophthalmology (eye disease), general surgery, general practice and vitreoretinal diseases (retina and vitreous). She graduated from University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine in 2017 and has 9 years of experience. Dr. Ivy Zhu, MD is affiliated with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern Medicine, Northwestern Memorial Hospital and Northwestern Medicine Department of Ophthalmology.
Vitrectomy (Vitreous Surgery)
Vitrectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the clear gel (the vitreous) that fills the eyeball. This procedure is usually done in order for the surgeon to reach through the eye to the retina, which is located on the inside back of the eyeball. A vitrectomy may also be performed to remove vitreous that is contaminated with blood, infection, or debris.
Like all eye surgeries, a vitrectomy is performed using very tiny instruments that can handle delicate and exact procedures within the eye, and the surgeon often uses a microscope to see them. The idea of removing the inside of the eyeball can be unnerving, but the vitreous is replaced with a saline or silicone solution and vision is not usually affected. A vitrectomy may be performed as part of treatment for:
During surgery, patients will be given adequate anesthesia so they won't be aware of what is happening. After surgery, patients may feel some discomfort as their eyes heal Patients may have to temporarily wear an eye patch to protect their eyes, or use eye drops to help them heal. Depending on what kind of surgery patients have had, their vision may be blurry for a few days. Patients should feel better within a few days, but it may take more than a month for their vision to completely recover.
Dr. Ivy Zhu, MD graduated from University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine in 2017. She completed residency at University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago. She is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology (Certified) and has a state license in Illinois.
Medical School: University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine (2017)
Residency: University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago (2021)
Board Certification: American Board of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology (Certified)
Licensed In: Illinois
Dr. Ivy Zhu, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Ivy Zhu, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.98 out of 5 stars based on 44 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Ivy Zhu, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Chicago, IL.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Ivy Zhu, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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Dr. Ivy Zhu's specialties are general practice, general surgery, and vitreoretinal diseases (retina and vitreous). Patient ratings for Dr. Zhu average 5.0 stars (out of 5). Her areas of clinical interest consist of macular hole, retina surgery, and diabetic retinopathy. She graduated from the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago. For her residency, Dr. Zhu trained at a hospital affiliated with the University of Illinois at Chicago. In addition to English, Dr. Zhu (or staff) speaks Mandarin and Spanish. She is professionally affiliated with Northwestern Medical Group (NMG), Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, and Northwestern Memorial Hospital. Yext reports that she is accepting new patients at her office in Chicago, IL.
