Dr. Brad Anstadt M.D.
Ophthalmologist
675 W North Ave Suite 107 Melrose Park IL, 60160Rating
4/5
About
Dr. Brad Anstadt, of Buffalo Grove, IL, is a board-certified ophthalmologist who has been in private practice for 31 years in Melrose Park, IL. Dr. Anstadt graduated from the University of Illinois Medical School and completed his residency as chief resident from Michael Reese Medical Center in Chicago, IL.
His honors include Phi Kappa Phi, Phi Beta Kappa and University of Illinois Bronze tablet. He was voted to US News and World Report “Best Doctors” list in 2011 and chosen a top doctor by West Suburban Living Magazine in 2014 and 2017. He was also listed in Castle Connolly Guide to Best Doctors in the Chicago Metropolitan area. Dr. Anstadt has done research at Illinois Eye and Ear Hospital and published articles, as well as given numerous lectures. His professional society memberships include the American Medical Society, from which he was awarded a Physician Recognition Award, the American Academy of Ophthalmology, and the Chicago Ophthalmologic Society. He is currently on staff at Loyola University Gottlieb Memorial Hospital. Dr. Anstadt practices out of his Melrose Park office.
He is an active member in the following organizations:
- American Academy of Ophthalmology
- Chicago Medical Society
- Chicago Ophthalmological Society
- Illinois State Medical Society
- American Medical Association
- Illinois Society of Eye Physicians and Surgeons
Board Certification
American Board of Ophthalmology
Provider Details
Dr. Brad Anstadt M.D.'s Expert Contributions
Do your eyes need a rest from contacts?
Yes, the corneas can be deprived of oxygen if contact lenses are worn continuously. This can lead to irritation, swelling with blurred vision, and possible infections. These problems may be accelerated by dryness and allergies. Removing lenses for a few waking hours each day and not wearing them during sleep will help to keep the corneas healthy. READ MORE
Can you get rid of cataracts without surgery?
Although there are several medications being studied, at the present time, surgery is the only treatment option for removal of cataract. Dr. Anstadt Sent from my LG V30, an AT&T 5G Evolution capable smartphone------ Original message------From: FATD Patient Questions Date: Thu, Jan 30, 2020 5:50 PMTo: bradanstadt@gmail.com;Cc: Subject:You Have a New Question: Can you get rid of cataracts without ... You have a new patient question! All you have to do is reply to this email to answer. All questions and answers are for informational purposes only. READ MORE
Can dehydration cause blurred vision?
Dehydration can cause dryness of the corneas, which can cause blurred vision. Dehydration can also cause metabolic changes in the body that can affect vision. READ MORE
Professional Memberships
- American Academy of Ophthalmology
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