Dr. Diane E. Boone, MD

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Get to know Ophthalmologist Dr. Diane E. Boone, who serves patients in Rockford, Illinois.

Dr. Boone is a board-certified ophthalmologist who was nominated and accepted as a 2017 American Institute of Medical Professionals 10 Best Eye Surgeons in Illinois for patient satisfaction. “My focus is on communication, patient education, and providing comprehensive medical and surgical treatment of eye conditions using the latest, most advanced technology, including the LenSx® laser system and premium intraocular lens choices” as stated by the doctor. 

In addition to her affiliation with SF Saint Anthony Medical Center, she can be found on staff at Mercyhealth Eye Center–Rockton Avenue in Rockford, Illinois. 

Mercyhealth is a regional health system with seven hospitals and 85 primary and specialty care locations throughout 50 northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin communities. Every day, 8,000+ employee-partners and 850+ employed physician partners take the brand expression, a passion for making lives better, to heart. The providers, nurses, and partners are committed to working together to make lives better for patients and their families. Touching lives invigorates, inspires, and drives them to do their very best, and they continuously look for ways to make every life better.

A 1992 graduate of the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Dr. Boone went on to complete both her internship and residency at the University of Iowa Hospital & Clinics. This was followed by a fellowship in comprehensive ophthalmology at the same educational venue. 

A Fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the doctor is board-certified in ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology, an independent, non-profit organization responsible for certifying ophthalmologists in the United States of America.

Ophthalmology is a branch of medicine and surgery, which deals with the diagnosis and treatment of eye disorders. Ophthalmologists are experts in the diseases, functions, and anatomy of the eye. They may provide routine care such as vision testing, as well as prescribe and fit eyeglasses or contact lenses. However, ophthalmologists are also surgeons. They repair traumatic injuries to the eye and perform cataract, glaucoma, and corneal surgery. 

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