Our mission is to protect and preserve your vision with advanced, patient-centered retinal care. Founded by Dr. Brian Larsen, a leading retina specialist with extensive experience in diagnosing and treating retinal conditions, our practice is dedicated to providing the highest level of care in a compassionate, professional environment. Whether you’re dealing with age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, or another retinal condition, we’re here to help you achieve the best possible outcomes and a lifetime of healthier vision.
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Dr. Brian Larsen, founder of the Retina Center of Chicago, is dedicated to delivering exceptional, compassionate retinal care. With 13 years of experience in the Chicagoland area, he combines advanced expertise with a focus on building strong patient relationships.
“My goal is to make sure that every patient feels understood, supported, and confident in their treatment plan. I look forward to helping you protect your vision with the highest level of care.”
— Dr. Brian Larsen
Extensive Training: Completed his ophthalmology residency at Rush University Medical Center and a vitreoretinal fellowship at the Medical College of Wisconsin.
Experienced Leader: Cared for thousands of patients, taught at top academic institutions, and recently completed a Physician MBA to navigate today’s evolving healthcare landscape.
Patient-Centered Philosophy: Believes every patient deserves individualized care, short wait times, and an environment where they feel genuinely heard.
At the Retina Center of Chicago, we offer a full spectrum of retina-focused services using state-of-the-art technology and personalized treatment plans, including:
Retinal care has come a long way from the past—no more prolonged hospital stays or invasive procedures. At the Retina Center of Chicago, we use advanced, minimally invasive techniques that allow us to treat conditions like macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and retinal tears with precision and care. Led by Dr. Brian Larsen, our practice is dedicated to helping you preserve your vision and your lifestyle with treatments designed for optimal results and shorter recovery times.
Discuss your options with Dr. Larsen and discover how modern retinal care can make a lasting difference. Together, we’ll build a personalized plan to protect and enhance your vision for years to come.
Your vision plays an essential role in your day-to-day life, and retinal health is critical to preserving that vision. Before moving forward with treatment, we encourage you to take the time to discuss options with your family, review all available choices, and feel confident in your plan. Our retina specialists, technicians, and patient coordinators are here to answer questions and guide you every step of the way.
Retinal conditions vary widely, and advancements in treatment mean that you may have options to consider beyond traditional therapies. From injections and laser therapy to surgical intervention, your retina specialist will work closely with you to determine the approach best suited for your specific needs.
Depending on your diagnosis—whether it's macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, or another condition—our team will explain the potential benefits, recovery times, and lifestyle impacts of each option. We’ll help you make an informed choice for long-term vision preservation.
Dr. Larsen treated me for several years after a serious eye issue. He remediated the damage and continues to provide follow up care and monitoring. Dr. Larsen takes time to listen to you and explains what the problem is in a very easy to understand manner. I highly recommend him.
Dr. Larsen is kind and considerate. I highly recommend him.
Dr. Larsen I cannot even begin to say how wonderful and warm he is. You don’t get that from a lot of doctors. Very caring. Called me the day I had my procedure to see how I was doing. Recommend him highly any day!!!
Dr. Larsen and his team deserve 10 stars. He is clinically excellent and combines this with a warm personality. He saved my vision in my left eye and I will forever be grateful to him.
Efficient, thorough, and warm staff. Brilliant and kind doctor.
Fantastic staff. Dr. Larsen is very respectful and approachable which are traits I treasure in a doctor. Top ratings form me!
The staff is so pleasant and so nice. They make you feel comfortable. Dr. Larsen is AMAZING!! He is honest and informative and tells you exactly what you need to do and know. Great experience.
