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Dr. Jacob Wilensky, MD

Dr. Jacob Wilensky, MD

Ophthalmology*
55+ years of experience

Dr. Jacob Wilensky, MD is an ophthalmologist in Chicago, IL and has over 55 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Tulane University of Louisiana in 1968. He is affiliated with University of Illinois Hospital and Clinics. He is accepting new patients.

2.5 Star Rating
Based on 4 reviews 2.5 Star Rating (4 reviews)

Practice

1855 W Taylor St Ste 3171 Chicago, IL 60612
(312) 996-6660

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Wilensky specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. • See reviews
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Wilensky's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Wilensky

2.5
4 ratings, 2 with a written review
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4 star
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3 star
25%
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1 star
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Dr Wilensky was a great doctor, he treated me from march of 1977 to July of 1999 an I loved him an the staff they were like my only family when my dropped me at hospital and then left till they had to pick me up they loved me and nurtured me to health. Dr Wilensky I am driven now thanks to you for a good 10 years without your amazing work an trust in my healing I would not be where I am today. Thank you so much great love to you and staff the stars i would like to leave is to then galaxies and back not enough sky space for all the stars for you and the staff Baby girl Jessica Wood AKA girl with one eye
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Jessica Woof – Apr 01, 2025
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I went to UI Health and had a routine Glaucoma screening. Dr. Wilensky was very rude. I greeted him and he did not greet me with a simple Hello and I offered to shake his hand. Another nice physician dilated my pupils and Dr. Wilensky came in for 5 seconds and stated that my pupils were not dilated enough. Dr. Wilensky left the room and LET THE DOOR SLAM very hard!! Dr. Wilensky said he would be back in 5 minutes - he came back 30 minutes later! I would NOT recommend Dr. Wilensky!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Chicago, IL – May 18, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Jacob Wilensky, MD is an ophthalmologist in Chicago, IL and has over 55 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Tulane University of Louisiana in 1968. He is affiliated with University of Illinois Hospital and Clinics. He is accepting new patients.

  • Ophthalmology

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  • Tulane University Of Louisiana

    Medical School, 1968
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Office1855 W Taylor St Ste 3171 Chicago, IL 60612
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UI Health Transplant Clinic1009 S Wood St Chicago, IL 60612
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Practice

University of Illinois Hospital1331 W 75th St Naperville, IL 60540
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • University of Illinois Hospital and Clinics

    1740 W Taylor St
    Chicago, IL 60612
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

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

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

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