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Michael Hennessey, M.D.
Dr. Hennessey was born in Detroit, MI and grew up in the
Detroit area.  He attended University of Michigan for
undergraduate where he obtained his B.S. in Biology with
Honors.  Dr. Hennessey also studied medicine at the prestigious
University of Michigan and then came to Chicago to train in
Ophthalmology at Rush Medical Center.  A fellowship in Cornea
and External Diseases of the eye at UIC Eye Center completed
Dr. Hennessey's formal training.  

Like all the doctors at Oak Park Eye Center, Dr. Hennessey is
Board Certified in Ophthalmology and practices the most
modern medical and surgical care available for your eye care
needs.

Dr. Hennessey enjoys caring for patients with all types of eye
care issues from basic glasses and contact lens fittings to
complex diseases such as Diabetic Retinopathy, Glaucoma and
Macular Degeneration.  Dr. Hennessey performs the most
modern, small incision, cataract surgery and many types of
laser and formal surgical procedures.  He also performs
Botox(R) injections for the reduction of wrinkles and for spasms
of the eyelids and face.

The additional training he received at UIC, under the instruction
of Dr. Joel Sugar, one of the leading cornea specialist in the
country, allows Dr. Hennessey to diagnose and treat the more
complex diseases involving the front of the eye.  These
conditions include Keratoconus, severe corneal infections,
Pterygia, and inherited diseases of the cornea.  He performs
specialized corneal surgeries, such as corneal transplantations
and other reconstructive surgeries involving the front of the eye.

Philosophy:   To provide outstanding, comprehensive eye care
in a caring fashion, with an emphasis on patient education.

Dr Hennessey sees patients at both locations and is a member
of the medical staff at Gottlieb, Elmhurst, and LaGrange
Hospitals.