What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.95
Average wait time
4.76
Bedside manner
5.00
“Dr. Charmi was thorough and professional during my eye exam. She took the time to answer all of my questions clearly and made sure I fully understood everything.
Ana and Joyce were both fantastic. They made what can sometimes be a confusing process (insurance, contacts, glasses options) feel easy and stress-free. Super friendly and efficient!”
Yashashwita S.March 9, 2026
“Really happy with my visit to Dr. Charmi and the whole team. Dr. Charmi was super supportive, took the time to explain everything, and gave me useful tips to improve my eye health based on my lifestyle.
The opticians and front desk staff were very friendly and welcoming. They were patient and helped me find the right frames and lenses. Highly recommended!!”
Gurpreet S.March 9, 2026
About Dr. Charmi Kothari
Dr. Charmi Shiyarwala's passion for eye care began with her first pair of glasses as a child, further fueled by her experience as an optometric technician during college. She graduated with honors from the Michigan College of Optometry in 2013 and completed externships at Kresge Eye Institute, John Dingell VA, and Balian Eye Care. With a decade of experience in primary eye care across Illinois and Northwest Indiana, she has developed a keen focus on ocular diseases like glaucoma and macular degeneration, as well as specialty contact lens fitting and pediatric care.
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Education and training
- Michigan College of Optometry, Doctor of Optometry
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Female
NPI number
1366882763
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.95
Wait time
4.76
Bedside manner
5.00
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Dr. Charmi was Awesome, Understanding and the best eye doctor i ever visited. Highly recommend.
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Dr. Charmi was thorough and professional during my eye exam. She took the time to answer all of my questions clearly and made sure I fully understood everything.
Ana and Joyce were both fantastic. They made what can sometimes be a confusing process (insurance, contacts, glasses options) feel easy and stress-free. Super friendly and efficient!
March 9, 2026Yashashwita S.Verified patient
Really happy with my visit to Dr. Charmi and the whole team. Dr. Charmi was super supportive, took the time to explain everything, and gave me useful tips to improve my eye health based on my lifestyle.
The opticians and front desk staff were very friendly and welcoming. They were patient and helped me find the right frames and lenses. Highly recommended!!
March 9, 2026Gurpreet S.Verified patient
I enjoyed my visit with Dr Shiyarwala - she was very kind and patient and answered all my questions. The office was a little frustrating; I wish they had told me before my appointment that my insurance doesn't cover contact lens exams and I would be paying out of pocket.
March 6, 2026Kofi O.Verified patient
First eye appointment since I was a kid, so I’m glad my visit went so well! Staff were super nice and personable. Dr. Charmi was a great explainer. Plan to continue to go here for all my eye appointments moving forward!
January 16, 2026Tasia C.Verified patient
Excellent experience. My appointment confirmation was sent ahead of time with a helpful note on parking options. My eye exam was quick, everything was kindly and clearly explained, and the prescription update was seamless.
December 19, 2025Kyle W.Verified patient
Booking with Dr. Shiyarwala and Dean Optical was a dream. Booking through Zocdoc was simple and easy, and they sent virtual forms to fill out so that my experience in the office was as smooth as possible. Everyone there was just lovely, from the doctor herself, to her nurses, to the receptionist, who all did their best to make my experience as great as possible. I would highly recommend them.
August 16, 2025Madeline M.Verified patient
It was great the entire process went by seamlessly. The doctor explained each process that was being done ans was very patient with me.
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Friendly and informed staff. Attended pretty quickly. The appointment took probably the right amount of time — longer than expected but I definitely had underestimated the level of care/service they'd provide.
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Excellent experience, highly recommend!
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All staff was extremely friendly and helpful!
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What practice does Dr. Charmi Kothari work with?
Dr. Charmi Kothari works with Dean Optical.
Where is Dr. Charmi Kothari's office located?
Dr. Charmi Kothari's office is located at 209 S La Salle St,, Chicago, IL 60604.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Charmi Kothari?
Dr. Charmi Kothari frequently sees patients for Contact Lenses, Eyeglasses, General Eye Consultation, Retina Consultation, and Routine Eye Exam. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Charmi Kothari on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Charmi Kothari speak?
Dr. Charmi Kothari speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Charmi Kothari in reviews?
41 patients have reviewed Dr. Charmi Kothari. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.95/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.76/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.