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Dr. Tala Al-Khaled

1009 S Wood St · Chicago, United States

4.4 ★ · 76 reviews6 yrs experience✓ Board certifiedAccepting new patients

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Ophthalmologist ConsultationDiagnosisSecond OpinionLong-term CarePreventive Checkups

Decision intelligence

Why this doctor may suit you

  • Frequently treats ophthalmologist consultation in Chicago
  • 6+ years of clinical experience
  • Patient feedback emphasises explains treatment deeply
  • Accepting new and second-opinion patients

Treatment mix

Where this doctor spends clinical time

Diagnosis & Workup31%
Long-term Management19%
Preventive Care38%
Second Opinions12%

Bedside manner

Communication style

Listens carefullyShared decision-makingConservative treatment approachMinimal medication philosophy

Doctor vibe

How patients describe the consult

Calm & reassuringEvidence-drivenPatient educator

Who comes in

Common patient types

Adults
Working professionals
Senior patients
Second-opinion seekers

Top reasons

Patients commonly visit for

  • Ophthalmologist consultation
  • Second opinion
  • Routine follow-up
  • Diagnosis review

In the clinic

Procedures performed frequently

Clinical Assessment

218+ done

Detailed history & examination

Diagnostic Workup

257+ done

Targeted investigations

Follow-up Care

142+ done

Structured long-term plan

Be informed

What patients should realistically expect

Recovery takes time

Most chronic conditions need 6–12 weeks of consistent care for clear change.

Lifestyle matters

Sleep, diet and stress affect outcomes as much as medication.

We deliberately avoid success-rate claims. Outcomes vary — your doctor will give you a personalised view.

Journey

A typical treatment timeline

  1. Visit 1

    Assessment

    Detailed history and a working plan.

  2. Month 1

    Plan in motion

    Treatment underway with first review.

  3. Month 3

    Visible change

    Measurable progress and plan refinement.

Treatment philosophy

I prefer long-term healing over temporary fixes.

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Expertise

Patient-type expertise

Adult careGeriatric careSecond-opinion expertise

Cost expectation

Pricing tier

₹₹Moderate

Tier reflects consultation + typical workup, not exact fees.

Recovery

Downtime to expect

  • Most visits — same day
  • Procedures — typically 24–48 hr rest

Plan your visit

Waiting time intelligence

28 min average wait

  • Evening clinics run busier; arrive 10 min early.
  • Lunch-hour slots see the shortest waits.

Reassurance

Second-opinion friendly

Open to second opinions. Reviews previous treatments and reports carefully.

Evidence-based

Research & academic profile

Evidence-based protocols
Continuing medical education accredited
Conference speaker

Track outcomes

Common result categories

Symptom Improvement

Outcomes vary by patient.

Long-term Stability

Outcomes vary by patient.

Lifestyle Change

Outcomes vary by patient.

Care style

What patients consistently report

Preventive-care orientedLong-term care focusedHonest about realistic outcomes

Patient FAQs

Frequently asked questions

Do you accept second-opinion patients?+

Yes — bringing prior reports and prescriptions makes the consultation more productive.

How long is a typical consultation?+

First visits run 20–30 minutes; follow-ups are usually 10–15 minutes.

Credentials & Expertise

Education
Specialization
Ophthalmologist
Years in practice
6
Languages

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