Dr. Samuel Minaker, MD

Vitreoretinal Disease & Surgery*•Male•Age 37

Vitreoretinal Disease & Surgery*

Dr. Samuel Minaker, MD is a vitreoretinal disease specialist in Glenview, IL. He is affiliated with Rush University Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

Dr. Samuel Minaker, MD

Illinois Retina Associates

2700 Patriot Blvd Ste 130 Glenview, IL 60026
(847) 773-4567

Accepting new patients

(847) 773-4567

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Minaker specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals

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Dr. Minaker's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Minaker

5.0
3 ratings, 3 with a written review
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Excellent service & repair of retinol tear
Retinal tear & laser surgery. I had my 6 month follow up.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Colleen O’Hara – Feb 20, 2025
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Still happening so far great
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 24, 2024
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Emergency Surgery
Emergency appointment at Liberyville resulted in surgery the same evening at RushDr Minaker was professional reassuring and had me confident in his ability to resolve my retinal detachment. His staff were extremely helpful and set up the whole surgery in a seemless manner.He met me again pre surgery put me at ease, and had me home recovering just after midnight.Dr Minaker was professional and friendly as he has been on my two follow up visits. I would wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone for any similar retinal issues.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Mark Abraham – Feb 14, 2024
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About Me

care philosophy

Established in 1976.  Illinois Retina Associates is committed to excellence.  We are one of the leading retina practices in the United States devoted to diagnosing and treating diseases of the retina, macula and vitreous.  Our retina...read more

biography

Samuel (Sam) A. Minaker, MD, MSc is board-certified in both the United States and Canada in Ophthalmology and specializes in the medical and surgical treatment of diseases affecting the retina, vitreous and macula. He serves as an Assistant Professor...read more

  • Vitreoretinal Disease & Surgery

  • Ophthalmology

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  • University Of Toronto Hospitals

    Residency Hospital

  • University Of Toronto Hospitals

    Internship Hospital

  • University Of British Columbia-vancouver, Canada

    Medical School

  • Rush Medical College

    Fellowship Hospital, 2023
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Illinois Retina Associates

Glenview Office2700 Patriot Blvd Ste 130 Glenview, IL 60026
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Illinois Retina Associates

Libertyville Office1800 Hollister Dr Libertyville, IL 60048
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    • Mon: open 24 hours
    • Tue: open 24 hours
    • Wed: open 24 hours
    • Thu: open 24 hours
    • Fri: open 24 hours
    • Sat: open 24 hours
    • Sun: open 24 hours
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Rush University Medical Center

    1653 W Congress Pkwy
    Chicago, IL 60612
    Recipient of 43
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

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