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Dr. Tala Al-Khaled, MD

Dr. Tala Al-Khaled, MD

Ophthalmologist
1700 East West Rd, Calumet City, IL
4.86
“Professional and friendly staff. Professional, courteous., patient doctor who not only asked questions but listened to make sure I was clear on w treatment process.”
Cassandra J.January 15, 2026
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Overall rating

4.86

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

4.80
“Professional and friendly staff. Professional, courteous., patient doctor who not only asked questions but listened to make sure I was clear on w treatment process.”
Cassandra J.January 15, 2026

About Dr. Tala Al-Khaled

Tala Al-Khaled, MD, is a cataract and glaucoma surgeon certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. She is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Glaucoma Society. Dr. Al-Khaled is a proud alumna of the GPPA Medical Scholars BA/MD program at the University of Illinois at Chicago. At the culmination of her undergraduate training, she was inducted into the Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society and graduated summa cum laude with a degree in the Bachelor of the Arts in the Fall of 2015. She continued on to the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine where she received her Doctor of Medicine degree in 2020. Dr. Al-Khaled continued forward at the University of Illinois at Chicago where she completed her residency training in Ophthalmology in 2024, followed by a fellowship in Glaucoma in 2025, at the prestigtious Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary. During her fellowship, Dr. Al-Khaled underwent robust training in the surgical and clinical management of the spectrum of glaucomatous disease and complex cataracts. Dr. Al-Khaled performs glaucoma drainage implantation (tube shunt surgery), as well microinvasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS). Dr. Al-Khaled’s fellowship experience was under the mentorship of exceptional leaders in the field of glaucoma, Dr. Ahmad Aref and Dr. Thasarat Vajaranant. Throughout her training, Dr. Al-Khaled authored numerous peer- reviewed publications in leading journals in the field of ophthalmology, including work in artificial intelligence, tele- education, and tele-ophthalmology. Dr. Al-Khaled has authored book chapters, as well as articles featured in various ophthalmic magazines, including Glaucoma Today, Retinal Physician, Retina Today, and EyeWiki. She has participated in major ophthalmology conferences, resulting in podium presentations, as well as being a recipient of a travel grant from the National Eye Institute.

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Popular visit reasons

Cataract Consultation
Cataract Removal
Conjunctivitis
Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
Eye Emergency Visit
Glaucoma Consultation
Retinopathy
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Cataract Consultation
Cataract Removal
Conjunctivitis
Diabetes Care - Eye Exam

Office location

Midwest Eye Centers
1700 East West Rd, Calumet City, IL 60409
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Education and background

Practice names

Board certifications

  • American Board of Ophthalmology

Education and training

  • Medical School - University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago, Doctor of Medicine
  • University of Illinois at Chicago (Bachelor's)
  • Illinois Eye and Ear at UI Health, Residency in Ophthalmology
  • Illinois Eye and Ear at UI Health (Fellowship)

Professional memberships

  • American Academy of Ophthalmology

Languages spoken

  • English

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1528697745

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Overall rating
4.86
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
4.80
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Dr. Tala Al-Khaled's office is located at 1700 East West Rd, Calumet City, IL 60409.

Which board certifications does Dr. Tala Al-Khaled have?

Dr. Tala Al-Khaled is certified by American Board of Ophthalmology.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Tala Al-Khaled?

Dr. Tala Al-Khaled frequently sees patients for Cataract Removal, Conjunctivitis, Diabetes Care - Eye Exam, Eye Emergency Visit, and Glaucoma Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Tala Al-Khaled on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Tala Al-Khaled speak?

Dr. Tala Al-Khaled speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Tala Al-Khaled in reviews?

7 patients have reviewed Dr. Tala Al-Khaled. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.86/5. They have a 4.8/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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