Debra A. Goldstein, MD
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Practice Focus Areas
- Intravitreal Injections
- Ocular Inflammation
- Ocular Manifestations of Systemic Disease
- Viral Infections of the Eye
- Vitreous Implants
Education
- Medical Education:
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MD, McGill University Faculty of Medicine - 1988
- Residency:
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McGill University - 1993
- Fellowships:
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McGill University - 1994University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago - 1995
Board Certifications
- American Board of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology (Certified)
Faculty Profile
Professor, Feinberg School of MedicinePractice Groups and Affiliations
- Medical Group:
- Northwestern Medical Group
- Alignment Category:
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Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
- On Medical Staff At:
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Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Ratings and Reviews
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730 Ratings
Reviews from Patients
Reviews from Patients
August 23, 2023
5.0 star star star star starGoldstein and her team of residents are great but it can be a bit distracting. My only feedback is for the doctor to focus more on communicating with the patient vs training the residents. It seems the focus is more on their training than communicating with me and to be honest, she only spent about 5 minutes in the room maybe less. I had some things I wanted to address with the doctor but forgot because of all the distractions.
August 23, 2023
5.0 star star star star starDr. Goldstein is a wonderful combination of a doctor’s doctor and one that also understands the human instincts of her patients. Her questions were insightful and her plan was manageable. Overall, she gave me the impression that she “gets this†and that we will take care of it. Hard to ask for anything more in a physician.
August 03, 2023
5.0 star star star star starDr Goldstein’s uveitis experience and expertise is world renowned. She has provided excellent care for a number of years and slowed the progression of a debilitating condition. I am forever grateful
July 30, 2023
5.0 star star star star starA. She is knowledgeable about a relatively unusual and potentially quite harmful inflammatory eye condition, as was her then-resident, [ ], joining the staff in September. B. She shares detail and answers questions willingly and thoroughly which puts a curious patient at ease. C. Between appointments it is easy enough to get answers to questions or problems as they may come up. D. She is sociable, with a good sense of humor.
July 25, 2023
5.0 star star star star starI saw Dr. Goldstein and her mentor early in Dr. Goldstein's career. Done, through my UC employee, I was enrolled in a self-insurance program. I received very good care from the uveitis specialist I saw there, and, when there was no more specialist, I saw a retina specialist, who just did not have the knowledge of the disease. When I was able to choose my own insurance plan again, I picked the plan that included Dr. Goldstein. The last time I saw her she was pregnant with her child who I met at my first appointment with Dr. Goldstein at NWM as she (the daughter), as a premed, followed her mother through he workday as a premed student. I am so glad I am with Dr. Goldstein as the disease progresses.
July 05, 2023
5.0 star star star star starDr. GOLDSTEIN and her team did a great job in seeing me and keeping me informed each step of the exam process. They showed interest in my answers to questions and were very timely in getting me in and out!
June 16, 2023
5.0 star star star star starDr. Goldstein is by far the best doctor. She is constantly aware of where I am in my care, including results and actions of my other doctor at UIC. She always proceeds with the best actions needed at the time but with long-term goals and concerns in mind. This ultimately makes me feel cared for not only as a patient but as a person. I always walk away feel good about the plan of action and know that all my questions and concerns were answered.
June 05, 2023
5.0 star star star star starDr. Goldstein has an international reputation for very good reason; she is not only brilliant in her field, but she cultivates trust in her trainees (evident at every visit) and in her patients. She is an exceptional physician and I am deeply grateful for her care.
May 25, 2023
5.0 star star star star starCompetent, thorough, committed to good patient outcomes. Efficient, seems to treat her students/ fellows well, teaches them without making the patient feel like an object. Takes care to explain what she's seeing/diagnosing to the patient and to the fellows.
April 28, 2023
5.0 star star star star starDr. Goldstein is extremely knowledgeable and always makes me feel like I am not just another patient. She has a wonderful charismatic way of making me feel like I am a top priority not just while in her exam room but also about my overall well being between visits.
April 19, 2023
5.0 star star star star starShe is the best surgeon and eye doctor have ever had she has kept me seen for 20 years and she really cares abo ut her patients she is excellent and you couldn't do better than her with any eye doctor in the world
April 04, 2023
5.0 star star star star starDr.Golstein is an excellent Doctor ( her attending dr as well) Always very attentive, she takes her time and ask if you have any questions or concerns. I trust Dr.Golstein to care for my daughter 100%
Disclosures
Industry Relationships
Consulting / Related Activities
Faculty member engaged in activities such as speaking, advising, consulting, or providing educational programs for the following companies or other entities
- AbbVie, Inc.
- Allergan, Inc.
External Professional Relationships
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