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Highly Rated Optometrists in Des Plaines, IL
Only the best make this list. These optometrists in Des Plaines have earned 4.5+ star ratings from real customers — consistently.
As of May 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 18 optometrists in Des Plaines, IL by verified customer ratings and review volume. The highest-rated is The Midwest Center for Sight with a 4.8-star rating from 564 verified reviews. Also in the top tier: Dr. Preet Sajnani and Mt Prospect Eye Care. The average rating across all listed optometrists in Des Plaines is 4.5 stars from 134 reviews per business on average.
Eye care in Des Plaines: comprehensive exam $100–$175 without insurance; most vision plans cover 1 exam/year with $10–$25 copay.
Rankings updated May 17, 2026 · Scored by ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.
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Top Rated Optometrists
The Midwest Center for Sight
8901 W Golf Rd #300, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA
Dr. Preet Sajnani
7000 Mannheim Rd, Rosemont, IL 60018, USA
Mt Prospect Eye Care
117 S Emerson St, Mt Prospect, IL 60056, USA
Optometrists Rankings in Des Plaines, IL
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | The Midwest Center for Sight8901 W Golf Rd #300, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA | 4.8★ | 564 |
| #2 | Dr. Preet Sajnani7000 Mannheim Rd, Rosemont, IL 60018, USA | 4.9★ | 342 |
| #3 | Mt Prospect Eye Care117 S Emerson St, Mt Prospect, IL 60056, USA | 4.9★ | 273 |
| #4 | Vision Care Specialists1070 E Oakton St, Des Plaines, IL 60018, USA | 4.6★ | 81 |
| #5 | Des Plaines Eye Care Center782 W Oakton St # A, Des Plaines, IL 60018, USA | 4.8★ | 205 |
| #6 | Clearvision, now part of MyEyeDr.1533 Market St, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA | 4.9★ | 194 |
| #7 | Des Plaines Eye Physicians and Surgeons940 Lee St Suite 200, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA | 3.3★ | 27 |
| #8 | MyEyeDr.865 Elmhurst Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA | 4.7★ | 153 |
| #9 | Eye Care Plaza Inc1477 E Oakton St, Des Plaines, IL 60018, USA | 4.5★ | 11 |
| #10 | Bright Sight Eyecare200 W Northwest Hwy Ste 104, Mt Prospect, IL 60056, USA | 5.0★ | 181 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated May 2026
All Optometrists in Des Plaines
Vision Care Specialists
1070 E Oakton St, Des Plaines, IL 60018, USA
Des Plaines Eye Care Center
782 W Oakton St # A, Des Plaines, IL 60018, USA
Clearvision, now part of MyEyeDr.
1533 Market St, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA
Des Plaines Eye Physicians and Surgeons
940 Lee St Suite 200, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA
MyEyeDr.
865 Elmhurst Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA
Eye Care Plaza Inc
1477 E Oakton St, Des Plaines, IL 60018, USA
Bright Sight Eyecare
200 W Northwest Hwy Ste 104, Mt Prospect, IL 60056, USA
Union Eyes LLC - Rosemont
6300 N River Rd Suite 100B, Rosemont, IL 60018, USA
Janet Y. Tseng, OD
1553 Market St, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA
Shelley Kim, OD
865 Elmhurst Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA
Retina Consultants, Ltd.
2454 E Dempster St Suite 400, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA
Northwest Eye Clinic Ltd
1400 E Golf Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA
Dr. Edgar S. Perez : Vision Source
1477 E Oakton St, Des Plaines, IL 60018, USA
James A. Katz, MD
8901 W Golf Rd #300, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA
Visionary Eye Consultants
73 N Broadway St, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA
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Frequently Asked Questions — Optometrists in Des Plaines
What is the difference between an optometrist and an ophthalmologist in Des Plaines?
An optometrist (OD) performs eye exams, prescribes glasses and contacts, and diagnoses and treats common eye conditions. An ophthalmologist (MD) is a medical doctor who can perform surgery (LASIK, cataract removal, glaucoma treatment) and manages complex eye diseases. For routine vision care and glasses, an optometrist is appropriate and typically less expensive.
Does my vision insurance cover an optometrist visit in Des Plaines?
VSP, EyeMed, Davis Vision, and Humana Vision are the major plans. Most cover one comprehensive eye exam per year with a $10–$25 copay, plus an allowance for frames ($130–$200) and lenses. Without vision insurance, a comprehensive exam in Des Plaines typically costs $100–$175. Contact lens fittings are usually billed separately.
How much do glasses cost in Des Plaines?
Frames typically range $50–$400+. Lenses add $50–$500+ depending on your prescription, lens material (polycarbonate, high-index), and coatings (anti-reflective, blue-light, photochromic). Many independent optometrists in Des Plaines can match online retailer pricing if you ask. Warby Parker, Costco Optical, and Zenni (online) typically offer lower prices on frames.
How often should I get an eye exam in IL?
Adults ages 18–60 with no vision problems or risk factors: every 1–2 years. Adults 61+: annually. Children: first exam by age 1 per the American Optometric Association, again at age 3, before starting school, and then annually. Anyone with diabetes, glaucoma, high myopia, or family history of eye disease should be seen annually regardless of age.
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Editorial notice: Ratings are based on publicly available data from Google Business listings. Consumers should independently verify licensing, insurance, and credentials before hiring any service provider. Last updated: May 17, 2026.
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