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Dr. Paul Phelps, MD

Ophthalmology, Plastic Surgery, Ophthalmic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Accepting new patients
15 years of experience
Chicago Oculofacial Plastic Surgery 2001 N Halsted St Ste 200, Chicago, IL 60614
(312) 888-5754

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Brief Intro

Dr. Paul Phelps, MD, FACS, completed his undergraduate degrees in Chemistry and Neuroscience at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis. With a strong interest in world cultures, Dr. Phelps spent his junior year abroad at the University of Lancaster, England, studying physical chemistry and history. After graduation, he worked for two years as a Research Associate at MIT.Dr. Phelps attended medical school at Drexel University College of Medicine. He then spent another year studying abroad, this time as a Fulbright Scholar at the world’s most productive eye hospital in Madurai, India. It was at this time that Dr. Phelps was first exposed to Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. This experience resulted in his first case report describing a new entity within oculofacial plastic surgery.Dr. Phelps completed his residency at the John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital of Cook County, gaining significant surgical experience in ophthalmology and oculofacial plastic surgery. After residency, Dr. Phelps completed a fellowship with Daniel M. Albert at the University of Madison, Wisconsin, in Ophthalmic Pathology. Dr. Phelps then completed a two-year Oculofacial Plastic Surgery Fellowship (ASOPRS) with Dr. Dale Meyer in Albany, New York. During his fellowship, he was awarded an EyeWiki Contest Award from the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) for his publication on Canalicular Trauma.In his four years as an Attending Surgeon at NorthShore University HealthSystem, Dr. Phelps was honored to teach both ophthalmology and plastic surgery residents of The University of Chicago. He was awarded two grants to teach a simulation lab course on Functional and Cosmetic Oculofacial Plastic Surgery and received a Physician Excellence Award from the operating nursing staff. Dr. Phelps was also promoted from Clinical Assistant Professor to Clinical Associate Professor and authored numerous publications during his tenure at NorthShore.As the founder of Chicago Oculofacial Plastic Surgery, Dr. Phelps is excited to provide the highest quality for his patients and continue his service and academic missions in Chicagoland.

Education Background

FELLOWSHIP

Albany Medical College - 2017

UW Madison - 2015

MEDICAL SCHOOL

Drexel University College Of Medicine - 2010

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish
Greek

Location & Hours

Chicago Oculofacial Plastic Surgery
2001 N Halsted St Ste 200, Chicago, IL 60614
Mon:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed:Closed
Thu:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri:Closed
Sat:Closed
Sun:Closed

Specialties Treated

Ophthalmology
Plastic Surgery
Ophthalmic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

Conditions Addressed

Acute Conjunctivitis
Keratitis
Ptosis
Ectropion
Entropion
Eyelid Malposition and Tumors
Eyelid Lesions
Orbital tumors
Orbital fractures

Procedures Performed

Ophthalmological Exam
Blepharoplasty (Eye Lift)
Skin Surgery
Facial Rejuvenation
Neck Lift
Eyelid Ptosis Repair
Eyelid malposition repair (ectropion and entropion)

Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

Medicare
Humana
Medicaid
Aetna
UnitedHealthcare

Cancer 35
Cardiology, Heart & Vascular Surgery 35
Orthopedics 65
Neurology & Neurosurgery 48
Gastroenterology & GI Surgery 61
Pulmonology & Lung Surgery 65
Diabetes & Endocrinology 32
Children's Hospital 13
Urology 69
Psychiatry 64
Geriatrics 69
Rehabilitation 37
Obsterics & Gynecology 15
Ophthalmology 3
Ear, Nose & Throat 5
Rheumatology 2
Long Term Care 6
Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) 30