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Hassan Shah, MD 4

(36 Ratings)

Specializes in: Ophthalmic Plastic Surgery

Aga Khan University Medical College

Professional interests include: eye problems, thyroid problems

5758 S. Maryland Avenue
Chicago, IL 60637

1-888-824-0200

Hassan Shah, MD 4 is an oculoplastic surgeon in Chicago, IL specializing in ophthalmic plastic surgery. He graduated from Aga Khan University Medical College. Hassan Shah, MD 4 is affiliated with The University of Chicago Medicine, UChicago Medicine and UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO.

Office Locations

Address:

5758 S. Maryland Avenue
Chicago, IL 60637

Address:

5841 S Maryland Avenue
Chicago, IL 60637

Some issues Hassan Shah, MD 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.

Thyroid Problems

Thyroid problems are a group of conditions that alter hormone regulation and metabolism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower neck, just below the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence) and larynx (voice box). Despite its small size, the thyroid has an outsized effect on the body by regulating hormones that control metabolism. Metabolism is the body's process of converting consumed food into fuel to power the entire body. Heart rate, weight, cholesterol, body temperature, and even physical growth and development are all affected by the metabolism.

When the thyroid malfunctions, the body is unable to properly process and allocate energy. Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), cause irregular metabolism. In some cases, the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The damaged thyroid responds by releasing either too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones. Thyroid malfunctions may also arise from genetic causes or iodine deficiency. Thyroid problems may include:

Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease that causes hypothyroidism
Graves' disease, an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism
Goiter
Thyroid nodule
Thyroid cancer

Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid does not produce enough hormones to stimulate adequate metabolism. The condition is diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and detect Hashimoto's antibodies. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include sluggish metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, weight gain, brittle hair, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. To supplement impaired thyroid function, patients with Hashimoto's are typically prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone pills. Such patients may need to consume synthetic thyroids for the rest of their lives. Other treatments may include dietary changes, such as the avoidance of certain foods and medication to reduce inflammation. Frequent blood tests can inform patients if their TSH levels are within a normal range.

Grave's disease is most frequently the cause of hyperthyroidism, which is when the thyroid produces too many hormones, overstimulating one's metabolism. The condition is also diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH and detect Grave's antibodies. Elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, sweating, bulging eyes, and weight loss are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for hyperthyroidism include oral radioactive iodine, which slowly shrinks the thyroid, slowing the production of excess thyroid hormone. Other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole (Tapazole) also reduce the production of thyroid hormones. Blood pressure medications known as beta blockers can ease the increased heart rate caused by hyperthyroidism. If treatments are unsuccessful, patients may be prescribed a thyroidectomy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid. Some patients with hyperthyroidism may require ophthalmological (eye medicine) treatments such as eye drops, prednisone, and surgery to reduce eye swelling and bulging.

Untreated thyroid disorders frequently lead to goiters or thyroid nodules. A thyroid goiter is a large lump that can be felt near the base of the neck and is made of swollen thyroid tissue or nodules (excess cell growth). Nodules and goiters are diagnosed by CT scan or ultrasound. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. The most common cause of goiters is hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). However, Hashimoto's is also known to cause goiters or nodules. Goiters develop from continued damage from antibodies to the thyroid over time. At times, a goiter can result from a cancerous thyroid tumor. Most goiters and nodules are themselves benign.

The exact causes of thyroid cancer are unknown. People who develop thyroid cancer may or may not have another thyroid problem such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include a nodule that can be felt on the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the neck, and neck and throat pain. CT and MRI scans are used to diagnose thyroid cancer. There are four types of thyroid cancer which vary in intensity. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery) is usually prescribed to treat thyroid cancer.

Thyroid problems are often long-term conditions that require some form of treatment. With regular monitoring and medication, many people with thyroid problems are able to lead active and fulfilling lives.

In The News

“Dr. Hassan Shah, assistant professor of ophthalmology and visual science at UChicago Medicine, says the University of Chicago Medical Center has seen the impact of the sharp rise in attacks,...”—"Afternoon Edition: Oct. 29, 2020", Chicago Sun-Times, October 2020

“Dr. Hassan Shah, assistant professor of ophthalmology and visual science at UChicago Medicine, says the University of Chicago Medical Center has seen the impact of the sharp rise in attacks,...”—"Paintball attacks explode citywide: 'This is unneeded stupidity' [MAP]", Chicago Sun-Times, October 2020

doctor visit	9
eye procedures	50
plastic surgery procedures	12

**Gender**
Male	38
Female	52

**Age**
From 65 to 74	37
From 75 to 84	34
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	70
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	48
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	27
Dementia	18
Cancer	0

doctor visit	24
eye procedures	273
plastic surgery procedures	48

**Gender**
Male	91
Female	155

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	154
Black	68
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	98
From 75 to 84	82
85 and over	33
Less than 65	33

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	41
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	44
Dementia	12
Cancer	13

doctor visit	13
eye procedures	330
plastic surgery procedures	38

**Gender**
Male	214
Female	326

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	326
Black	156
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	216
From 75 to 84	190
85 and over	60
Less than 65	74

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	41
Dementia	12
Cancer	11

doctor visit	283
eye procedures	133
hospital care	53
inpatient care	53
plastic surgery procedures	47

**Gender**
Male	131
Female	246

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	122
Black	219
Hispanic	19
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	149
From 75 to 84	103
85 and over	46
Less than 65	79

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	13
Ischemic Heart Disease	43
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	45
Asthma	24
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	34
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	43
Dementia	18
Cancer	14

doctor visit	178
eye procedures	219
hospital care	56
inpatient care	56
plastic surgery procedures	40

**Gender**
Male	147
Female	232

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	139
Black	206
Hispanic	19
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	146
From 75 to 84	116
85 and over	44
Less than 65	73

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	45
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	46
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	28
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	44
Dementia	17
Cancer	15

doctor visit	190
eye procedures	217
hospital care	77
inpatient care	77
plastic surgery procedures	35

**Gender**
Male	154
Female	245

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	162
Black	208
Hispanic	15
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	164
From 75 to 84	109
85 and over	43
Less than 65	83

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	43
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	31
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	43
Dementia	20
Cancer	14

doctor visit	190
eye procedures	161
hospital care	92
inpatient care	92
plastic surgery procedures	28

**Gender**
Male	140
Female	234

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	110
Black	230
Hispanic	15
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	150
From 75 to 84	100
85 and over	33
Less than 65	91

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	14
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	48
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	31
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	43
Dementia	21
Cancer	14

doctor visit	141
eye procedures	70
hospital care	65
inpatient care	65
plastic surgery procedures	16

**Gender**
Male	99
Female	152

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	78
Black	158
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	92
From 75 to 84	77
85 and over	22
Less than 65	60

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	12
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	54
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	33
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	43
Dementia	19
Cancer	15

doctor visit	293
excision	30
eye procedures	213
hospital care	209
inpatient care	209
plastic surgery procedures	40
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	30

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Hassan Shah, MD 4 for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Hassan Shah, MD 4 treated as an oculoplastic surgeon in Chicago, IL were eye procedures, hospital care, inpatient care and plastic surgery procedures.

doctor visit	149
excision	30
eye procedures	187
hospital care	92
inpatient care	92
plastic surgery procedures	34
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	30

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Hassan Shah, MD 4.

**Gender**
Male	101
Female	164

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	124
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	109
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	6
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	28
75 to 84	81
Less than 65	49
65 to 74	105

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Hassan Shah, MD 4 From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Hassan Shah, MD 4 treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	43
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	9
Osteoporosis	5
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	32
Atrial Fibrillation	9
Dementia	13
Cancer	9

Education & Training

Hassan Shah, MD 4 graduated from Aga Khan University Medical College. He completed residency at University of Louisville Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the Board Certification: Ophthalmology and has a state license in Illinois.

Medical School: Aga Khan University Medical College

Residency: University of Louisville Affiliated Hospitals

Board Certification: Board Certification: Ophthalmology

Licensed In: Illinois

Affiliations & Hospitals

Hassan Shah, MD 4 is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

The University of Chicago Medicine

UChicago Medicine

UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Hassan Shah, MD 4 appears to accept the following insurance providers: Aetna PPO, Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, CIGNA PPO, CIGNA POS, CIGNA HMO, MultiPlan PPO, Medicare Advantage, Aetna POS, Medicare, Humana, PHCS PPO, Aetna Medicare PPO, United W500 Emergent Wrap, Aetna Better Health *see insurance page, United Options (PPO), CountyCare *see insurance page, BCBS HMO (HMOI) (specialists only), United Select (HMO & EPO) (specialists only), University of Chicago Health Plan (UCHP), United Choice HMO (specialists only), BCBS Blue Precision HMO (specialists only), Aetna HMO (specialists only) and United Choice Plus POS/PPO.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Hassan Shah, MD 4 accepts the following insurance providers:

Aetna PPO

Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO

CIGNA PPO

CIGNA POS

CIGNA HMO

MultiPlan PPO

Medicare Advantage

Aetna POS

Medicare

Humana

PHCS PPO

Aetna Medicare PPO

United W500 Emergent Wrap

Aetna Better Health *see insurance page

United Options (PPO)

CountyCare *see insurance page

BCBS HMO (HMOI) (specialists only)

United Select (HMO & EPO) (specialists only)

University of Chicago Health Plan (UCHP)

United Choice HMO (specialists only)

BCBS Blue Precision HMO (specialists only)

Aetna HMO (specialists only)

United Choice Plus POS/PPO

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Ratings & Reviews

Hassan Shah, MD 4 has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.96 out of 5 stars based on 36 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Hassan Shah, MD 4 from all over the web to help you find the right in Chicago, IL.

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Horizon Therapeutics plc	$227 TEPEZZA $119	$108
Bausch & Lomb, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC	$106 VYZULTA $106
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation	$17 Simbrinza $17

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$349

Biography

Dr. Hassan Shah's area of specialization is ophthalmic plastic surgery. Patients rated him highly, giving him an average of 5.0 stars (out of 5). Dr. Shah's areas of expertise include thyroid problems and eye problems. He usually is in-network for Blue California, Aetna, and CIGNA Plans, as well as other insurance carriers. Dr. Shah graduated from Aga Khan University Medical College. He trained at a hospital affiliated with the University of Louisville for his residency. Dr. Shah (or staff) is conversant in Urdu. Dr. Shah is affiliated with The University of Chicago Medicine.