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Dr. Dimitra Skondra, MD, PhD 4

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University of Crete Faculty of Medicine

Professional interests include: diabetic retinopathy, eye problems, endophthalmitis, and more.

5758 S. Maryland Avenue
Chicago, IL 60637

1-888-824-0200

Office Locations

Address:

1969 W Ogden Avenue
Chicago, IL 60612

Address:

5758 S. Maryland Avenue
Chicago, IL 60637

Some issues Dr. Dimitra Skondra, MD, PhD 4 can help you with:

Eye Problems

Millions of people every year have problems with their eyes. Some of the most common eye problems are refractive disorders, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and cataracts.

Refractive disorders happen when the shape of the eye doesn't let allow someone focus very precisely. They might be myopic (nearsighted), hyperopic (farsighted), or have an astigmatism, which is a focus problem caused by the cornea. Refractive disorders can be corrected by glasses or contacts.

Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in the United States. It happens when fluid pressure builds up within the eye and damages the optic nerve. It is treated with medications and surgery.

Diabetic retinopathy is a common complication of diabetes. The retina is tissue at the back of the eye that is filled with numerous, tiny blood vessels. When diabetes damages these delicate blood vessels, they burst or leak, leading to blind spots and blurred vision. Diabetic retinopathy can be treated with laser therapy and surgery, but often vision cannot be restored.

Macular degeneration is common in older adults. The macula is the central part of the retina and is responsible for crisp center vision. Over time, the cells in the macula begin to die, making central vision blurry. An early symptom of macular degeneration is that straight lines appear wavy.

Cataracts happen when the clear lens in the front of the eye becomes cloudy, making things look blurry or faded. They are extremely common in older people. By age 80, more than half of all Americans will have had a cataract. In early stages, prescription glasses and magnifying lenses can help. As the cataracts get worse, surgery to replace the lens may be the best option.

More than just one of the five senses, the eyes are heavily relied upon to communicate, work, and get around every day. It's important to have regular eye exams for vision stays in good shape for years to come.

**Gender**
Male	27
Female	22

**Age**
From 65 to 74	21
From 75 to 84	14
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	41
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	37
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

eye procedures	151
injections	13

**Gender**
Male	124
Female	148

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	0
Black	168
Hispanic	56
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	126
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	96

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	44
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	71
Dementia	0
Cancer	10

doctor visit	21
eye procedures	218

**Gender**
Male	68
Female	111

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	0
Black	123
Hispanic	31
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	85
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	46

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	42
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	36
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	73
Dementia	7
Cancer	9

diagnostic imaging	19
doctor visit	363
eye procedures	360
injections	78
ultrasound (sonogram)	19

**Gender**
Male	71
Female	137

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	51
Black	142
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	78
From 75 to 84	59
85 and over	21
Less than 65	50

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	44
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	57
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	28
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	63
Dementia	15
Cancer	13

diagnostic imaging	23
doctor visit	657
eye procedures	834
injections	127
photocoagulation	28
ultrasound (sonogram)	23

**Gender**
Male	131
Female	231

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	77
Black	255
Hispanic	16
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	134
From 75 to 84	96
85 and over	39
Less than 65	93

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	57
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	33
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	68
Dementia	17
Cancer	14

diagnostic imaging	62
doctor visit	930
eye procedures	1372
injections	216
photocoagulation	37
ultrasound (sonogram)	62

**Gender**
Male	129
Female	238

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	101
Black	244
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	145
From 75 to 84	97
85 and over	49
Less than 65	76

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	51
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	32
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	60
Dementia	16
Cancer	14

diagnostic imaging	39
doctor visit	696
eye procedures	1077
injections	190
photocoagulation	24
ultrasound (sonogram)	39

**Gender**
Male	117
Female	209

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	111
Black	192
Hispanic	11
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	137
From 75 to 84	83
85 and over	41
Less than 65	65

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	48
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	29
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	54
Dementia	13
Cancer	15

diagnostic imaging	98
doctor visit	1920
eye procedures	3219
injections	621
photocoagulation	88
ultrasound (sonogram)	98

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Dimitra Skondra, MD, PhD 4 for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Dimitra Skondra, MD, PhD 4 treated as in Chicago, IL were eye procedures, injections, diagnostic imaging and ultrasound (sonogram).

diagnostic imaging	48
doctor visit	767
eye procedures	1036
injections	207
photocoagulation	44
ultrasound (sonogram)	48

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dimitra Skondra, MD, PhD 4.

**Gender**
Male	66
Female	109

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	112
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	34
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	11
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	34
85 and over	15
Less than 65	42
65 to 74	72

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dimitra Skondra, MD, PhD 4 From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Dimitra Skondra, MD, PhD 4 treated were hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	51
High Cholesterol	33
Stroke	2
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	11
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	7
Osteoporosis	3
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	42
Atrial Fibrillation	3
Cancer	7
Dementia	6

Education & Training

Dr. Dimitra Skondra, MD, PhD 4 graduated from University of Crete Faculty of Medicine. She completed residency at New York-Presbyterian Hospital. She has a state license in Illinois.

Medical School: University of Crete Faculty of Medicine

Residency: New York-Presbyterian Hospital

Licensed In: Illinois

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Dimitra Skondra, MD, PhD 4 is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

The University of Chicago Medicine

UChicago Medicine

UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Dimitra Skondra, MD, PhD 4. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Biogen, Inc.	$16,745 $16,745
Alcon Vision LLC	$3,346 Constellation $292	$3,053
Alcon Research Ltd	$2,369 $2,369
Allergan Inc.	$1,344 OZURDEX $789	$555
Alimera Sciences, Inc.	$1,021 ILUVIEN $1,021
Other	$3,268 OZURDEX $976	LUCENTIS $376	VABYSMO $236	Optics $221	Constellation $202	Other $1,257

**Types of Payments**
Consulting Fee	$14,635
Food and Beverage	$6,072
Travel and Lodging	$3,495
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$3,140
Honoraria	$750

Research Payments

Dr. Dimitra Skondra, MD, PhD 4 has received 2 research payments totaling $46,020.

Biography

Dr. Dimitra Skondra's areas of expertise include the following: diabetes, uveitis, and diabetic retinopathy. Dr. Skondra graduated from the University of Crete Faculty of Medicine and then she performed her residency at New York-Presbyterian Hospital. She is professionally affiliated with The University of Chicago Medicine.