Jeanine Baqai, MD

Jeanine Baqai, MD

4.8 
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Primary Specialty

Cornea and External Disease

Secondary Specialty

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, Rush University Medical College - 2007
Residency:
Rush University Medical Center - 2011
Fellowships:
Washington University/B-JH/SLCH Consortium - 2012

Languages Spoken

  • Spanish

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Associate Professor, Feinberg School of Medicine

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Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:
Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:
Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:
Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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4.8
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August 30, 2023

5.0

The care given

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August 30, 2023

5.0

She is thorough and very knowledgeable, and she communicates well with her patients.

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August 30, 2023

5.0

So nice. Professional

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August 24, 2023

5.0

He checked me and attended and evaluated me very well, he explained every detail about my vision problem and the steps to follow to recover my vision health

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August 21, 2023

4.0

She I good

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August 14, 2023

5.0

She is the best. Ophthalmologist on the planet. She’s smart, kind and doesn’t rush you; she answers all questions and makes you feel comfortable and relaxed.

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August 14, 2023

5.0

Dr Baqai took her time explaining the problems I have with my eyes and her concerns to the procedures that would be part of the plan when the corneas would have to be addressed. I felt very comfortable and felt confident that she is the best cornea doctor for the job.

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August 11, 2023

5.0

Takes time to explain condition

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August 11, 2023

5.0

Dr. Baqai is extremely polite and patient. She answers all questions and I could tell she really cared about my well-being.

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August 09, 2023

5.0

Great Doc! 👍 answer all questions, give options ,let's you know surgery times, recovery etc. Personable, easy to relate to.

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August 07, 2023

4.0

She was very informative and professional.

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August 07, 2023

5.0

Dr. Baqai was amazing. She took on a very difficult case, a very difficult surgery, and executed it with talent and expertise. She answered all of my questions, she was knowledgable and thorough in regard to what I was to expect (and not to expect), and was kind and compassionate, understanding that I had stressful decisions to make, that would be potentially life altering. I cannot say enough good thongs about my experience with Dr. Baqai.

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August 07, 2023

5.0

She is the best Opthamologist i Have ever had

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August 02, 2023

5.0

Professional

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July 17, 2023

5.0

Dr. Baqai shared information about what my experience should be like during and following surgeries and thus I felt no anxiety during the entire experience. Additionally, any questions that I asked were answered thoroughly. My choice for eye wear was explained and thus I felt involved in decisions about my care.

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July 17, 2023

5.0

Excellent Dr.

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July 14, 2023

5.0

Very well qualified and knowledgeable

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July 12, 2023

5.0

She restored my vision to 20-20 and is very pleasant

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July 10, 2023

5.0

friendly, informative, thorough

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July 08, 2023

5.0

She's highly skilled and respomsive to patient's needs and concerns.

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July 08, 2023

5.0

She is considerate, listens to get patients, answers questions and is flat out skillful.

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July 07, 2023

5.0

Great people

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July 06, 2023

5.0

Very professional

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July 05, 2023

5.0

She's awesome

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July 04, 2023

5.0

She was very professional and attentive to what my concerns were and answered all of my questions.

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July 03, 2023

5.0

Please see comments above! My interactions with all Northwestern Staff, even at the Urgent care on [date] demonstrate/support the hospitals repeated national and international rankings!

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July 03, 2023

5.0

Great in every aspect.

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July 02, 2023

5.0

She takes her time to explain and listens to my concerns

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June 28, 2023

5.0

She is great. She restored my vision and very friendly

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June 26, 2023

5.0

Great care and answers concerns

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June 26, 2023

5.0

The patience that was shown as I am a senior & hearing impaired

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June 26, 2023

5.0

The doctor was very nice I would highly recommend her .

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June 26, 2023

5.0

Doctors demeanor, response to questions and concerns and her professionalism and skill.

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June 21, 2023

5.0

Dr. Baqai vastly improved my vision. She is extremely talented friendly and efficient

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June 20, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable in her field

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June 20, 2023

5.0

Excellent surgeon

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June 20, 2023

5.0

Dr Baqai is an excellent surgeon

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June 18, 2023

5.0

Dr. Baqai was professional, experienced, approachable and personable. In addition, she patiently answered all of my questions and gave me confidence and consolation during the pre-op, surgery and post-op.

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June 16, 2023

5.0

Her time with me, including surgery, was a perfect blend of competence and kindness. I'm grateful to have been referred to her by my equally excellent retinologist, Dr. [ ].

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June 15, 2023

5.0

I felt my doctor was very informative and not rushing to give me a surgery until my other issues get resolved.

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June 15, 2023

5.0

Very nice

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June 15, 2023

5.0

Very good doctor.

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June 14, 2023

5.0

Dr Baqai did a great job with surgery and gave great care and explanations.

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June 14, 2023

5.0

Extraordinarily caring, professional, intelligent and excellent

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June 09, 2023

5.0

Very good. Doctor. Has. A lot. knowing. Forks. Very good.

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June 09, 2023

5.0

Very able, skillful and pleasant

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June 07, 2023

5.0

I feel extremely comfortable with Dr Baqai as my care giver!

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June 07, 2023

5.0

Great team

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June 07, 2023

5.0

Very competent surgeon, focused on the issues that matter for your eyes health

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June 07, 2023

5.0

Excellent care

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June 06, 2023

5.0

Dr. Baqai is EXCELLENT. Although her practice is very busy, she makes every effort to take however much time is necessary for each patient. She will also answer any question put to her and provide guidance regarding future activities for the patient.

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June 05, 2023

5.0

Very competent

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June 05, 2023

5.0

Aside from her medical acumen, she answered all questions put to her in an easy-to-understand manner.

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June 02, 2023

5.0

Very good doctor.

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June 02, 2023

5.0

Her surgical skill, affirming attitude and Encouragement/ request that I ask questions about my experience regarding my eye post surgery and the reminder to see the ER if there are unusual changes.

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June 01, 2023

5.0

Great results , but I was surprised that she dumped me off to another Doc for follow up eye care

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May 30, 2023

5.0

Professional services from the Dr. and the assistant were excellent. The wait time after checking in was 40 minutes which was unacceptable.

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May 30, 2023

5.0

Total trust in her. She is fantastic

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May 30, 2023

5.0

She prepared me for the procedure by telling me what to expect and answered all questions. Her demeanor on the day of the procedure was comforting and kind (likewise on the following day). Dr. Baqai was very efficient, professional, and personable.

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May 29, 2023

5.0

Dr Baqai is comforting efficient and skilled

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May 28, 2023

5.0

Dr. Baqai personable, oriofessional, and knowledgeable.

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May 26, 2023

5.0

Dr Baqai is always warm and welcoming. Also refer to comment above!

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May 24, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable and caring physician; skilled surgeon. Very personable yet highly professional.

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May 24, 2023

5.0

She is the best

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May 24, 2023

5.0

Exceptionally informative, professional and caring

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May 22, 2023

5.0

She is very nice.

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May 17, 2023

5.0

Very attentive and great explaining process

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May 17, 2023

5.0

Professionalism

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May 17, 2023

5.0

Patient, thorough, doesn't rush thru appointment.

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May 17, 2023

5.0

Brilliantly, approachable and caring.

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May 17, 2023

5.0

Excellent service and attention

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May 17, 2023

5.0

Outstanding cataract surgery

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May 16, 2023

5.0

Awesome, friendly and professional!

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May 15, 2023

5.0

Doctor Baqai is excellent.

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May 12, 2023

5.0

Beyond perfection

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May 12, 2023

5.0

Simply the best !

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May 10, 2023

5.0

Excellent physician and caring

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May 07, 2023

5.0

Great doctor

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May 07, 2023

5.0

She did her job. Pleasant and on time.

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May 07, 2023

5.0

She is a great doctor

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May 04, 2023

5.0

Skilled surgeon and present for her patients

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May 03, 2023

5.0

Always answers all concerns

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May 03, 2023

5.0

Very personal, warm. Never acts rushed, answers questions, explains options, thinks logically

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May 03, 2023

5.0

Professional, knowledgeable, informative and warm

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May 03, 2023

5.0

Very professional, great outcome

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May 01, 2023

5.0

She’s very good.

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May 01, 2023

5.0

She is good at what she does and very thorough in explaining my disease process.

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April 22, 2023

5.0

Dr. Baqai and her team provided all the care and expertise that anyone might need for cataract surgery, pre and post operation, and patient care

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April 20, 2023

5.0

Incredibly personable, professional and caring. Explained everything related to my condition and addressed my concerns.

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April 19, 2023

5.0

Dr. Baqai was so kind and reassuring I was at ease the entire time with her.

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Jeanine Baqai, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2021.

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