Dr. Shivan Hiralal Tekwani M.D.
Ophthalmologist
2640 183rd St Homewood IL, 60430About
Dr. Shivan Tekwani is an ophthalmologist practicing in Maywood, IL. Dr. Tekwani specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Tekwani can practice medicine as well as surgery. Opthalmologists can perform surgeries because they have their medical degrees along with at least eight years of additional training. Dr. Tekwani can diagnose and treat diseases, perform eye operations and prescribe eye glasses and contacts. Ophthalmologists can also specialize even further in a specific area of eye care.
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
Provider Details
Awards
- Honoree/Member Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society
Treatments
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Retinal Vascular Diseases
- Macular Degeneration
- Uveitis
- Cataract Evaluation And Surgical Removal
- Comprehensive Ophthalmology
Professional Memberships
- Member American Academy of Ophthalmology
- Member Illinois Association of Ophthalmology
- Member Chicago Ophthamological Society
Fellowships
- University of Kentucky & Retina Associates of Kentucky Medical Retina
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