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Cataract Surgery

Cataract surgery can help restore vision and re-establish independence in daily life. Performed by a trained ophthalmologist, cataract surgery involves the removal of the eye’s natural lens – often using lasers for more precise treatment and a faster recovery. The old lens is removed and replaced with a new one made of silicone or acrylic. These lenses can also be created to specific powers in order to restore visual acuity and lessen dependence on glasses.

Glaucoma

Glaucoma is a category of eye disorders linked to dangerously raised internal eye pressure. The buildup in eye pressure can damage the eye’s optic nerve disrupting the transmission of visual information to the brain. Early stages of untreated glaucoma include a loss of your peripheral vision and progressed eye damage could eventually lead to blindness.

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Dry Eye Center of Excellence

Dry eye syndrome occurs when your eyes chronically do not produce enough moisture and lubrication along the surface of the eye. The medical term for dry eyes, keratitis sicca, refers to a decrease in the production of tears.

Symptoms of dry eyes include constant irritation, such as dryness, scratching and burning. Another symptom of dry eyes is “foreign body sensation,” the feeling that something is irritating the eye. And finally, watery eyes, as a result of an over stimulated production of the water component of your eye.

Diabetic Retinopathy

Diabetic retinopathy is a diabetic eye disease that causes damage to the blood vessels within the retina. The National Eye Institute reports it as the leading cause of blindness in U.S. adults. The condition is progressive, with symptoms beginning subtly and advancing over time. In fact, the earliest stage, known as mild non-proliferative retinopathy, is often symptom-free and identifiable only by a comprehensive dilated eye exam. This exam is especially important for diabetics at least once yearly.

Cosmetic Services

At Multack Eye Care we offer a number of surgical and non-surgical treatments for patients who want to fight the signs of aging and achieve a more youthful, refreshed appearance. For many, when the area surrounding the eyes begins to age, it can affect a person’s ability to see. When this happens, the surgery is deemed medical and can be covered by medical insurance. Surgery can also be performed for cosmetic reasons – to specifically improve and rejuvenate the appearance of the eyes and/or improve vision. Let our experts educate and support you in the right decision for your specific needs!

Gary Yong, OD

Dr. Gary Yong studied psychology at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He then graduated from the Illinois College of Optometry where he worked on researching new technology in the fight against macular degeneration. He completed an extensive medical Ophthalmology externship with Dr. Richard Multack...

Kajal Sangal, MD

Dr. Kajal Sangal, M.D. is originally from Tulsa, Oklahoma. She attended Boston University's Seven Year Accelerated BA/MD Program where she earned a BA in medical sciences and her MD from Boston University School of Medicine.

Jena Gilbertson, OD

Dr. Jena Gilbertson graduated Magna Cum Laude from Iowa State University, with a major in biochemistry and a minor in Spanish. She then graduated Summa Cum Laude from the Illinois College of Optometry, where she was able to publish her research on glaucoma education.

Sam Multack, DO

Dr. Sam Multack is originally from the Homewood-Flossmoor area. He attended Saint Xavier University on the south side of Chicago for his undergraduate work and earned his medical degree at Midwestern University, Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Sam Multack then completed his internship at St. James Hospital in Olympia Fields, IL, where he was awarded “Intern of the year award”, a prestigious award selected by the medical staff and then went on to complete his ophthalmology residency at St. James Hospital where he served as Chief Resident.

Nellie Plummer, OD

Dr. Nellie Plummer joined Multack Eye Care in 2017 and has since provided exceptional patient care and postoperative surgical examinations. She actively engages in cutting-edge medical research and clinical trials, particularly focusing on the latest advancements in cataract surgery. Dr. Plummer graduated from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign with a bachelor’s degree in Molecular and Cellular Biology and Chemistry.

Athanasios Marneris, DO

Athanasios Marneris, D.O., is originally from Tinley Park, Illinois, He is an accomplished board certified Ophthalmologist, with extensive knowledge of Uveitis and Cataract Surgery. He completed his undergraduate work at Loyola University, Medical school at Midwestern University. He then went onto a prestigious Ophthalmology Residency at Michigan State University and additional Fellowship training in Corneal disease and Uveitis at UCSF, University of California San Francisco.

Richa Singh, MD

Dr. Richa Singh is an accomplished board certified Ophthalmologist who has extensive expertise in vision and eye care including LASIK and Cataract Surgery. Her clinical areas of interest include cataract and refractive surgery and aesthetic procedures including cosmetic Botox.

Jessica Jankiewicz, OD

Dr. Jankiewicz’s clinical interests include the treatment and management of ocular diseases, including glaucoma, diabetic eye disease, and dry eye disease, as well as the post-operative care of cataract and LASIK surgery.

Amina Husain, MD

Dr. Amina Husain attained her medical degree in Ohio at NEOMED -- a 6-year accelerated BS/MD program out of high school. She was salutatorian of her high school class of more than 600 students. After attaining her medical degree, she completed her residency in ophthalmology at UTMB in Texas. After becoming an eye surgeon, she went on to Duke University to complete a fellowship in Oculoplastic (plastic surgery around the eyes) and Reconstructive/Laser and Endoscopic Facial Aesthetic Surgery and a second fellowship in Refractive Surgery both at Duke University Medical Center.

Sheila Shifrin, DO

Dr. Shelia Shifrin is a board certified Ophthalmologist specializing the field of Oculoplastic Surgery. After graduating from Emory University in Atlanta, she earned a Masters in Vascular Biology from Georgetown University. Dr. Shifrin received her medical degree and completed her ophthalmology training at the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed a combined Oculoplastic and Neuro-Ophthalmology fellowship in Detroit.

Richard Multack, DO

Dr. Richard Multack, has been practicing Ophthalmology for over 35 years, he currently works as Chief Medical Officer for a large health care system in Illinois. Dr. Richard Multack brings over 35 years of medical and surgical experience practicing Ophthalmology in the Olympia Fields area. He earned his medical degree from Midwestern University and completed his residency at Midwestern University.

Hear from our happy patients

I just completed my cataract removal surgeries. Dr Sam Multack and the surgery center in ORLAND PARK were great, all questions were answered in advance of the procedures by the staff of Doctors and surgery team at the center. It Is really comforting knowing they covered all aspects of the procedures in advance really eliminating my anxiety

Dr. Multack has always maintained an extremely courteous and professional staff that exempliﬁes his business exceeding all expectations for patient care. Dr. Multack is a remarkable individual who puts the patients' needs above everything else providing the highest standard of medical eye care. His professional qualiﬁcations and demeanor are for others to emulate

I have been a patient of Dr. Multack Eye Care for many years. The professional and quality of care never falter. The staff goes above and beyond in providing excellent teamwork throughout the process needed to meet with their wonderful doctors.

Excellent service from the beginning to the end. Dr. Multack is the BEST!

I‘ve had a wonderful experience from when Dr Plummer first diagnosed my cataracts, through testing & measuring & selecting an IOL lens with Michelle, & culminating with Dr. Multack's surgical eye correction. The cataract removal was completely painless & as I walked out of the surgery center I could already discern brighter clearer vision... Dr. Multack has been so kind, so patient with all my questions, & informative throughout. I couldn't have chosen a better eye surgeon & team, & look forward to having my second cataract surgery.

The Dr.'s Multack Eye Care staff is wonderful. I recently have both of my cataract's done at the Frankfort Multack Surgery Center. Everything went so smoothly. The entire staff was professional and friendly. I was anxious about the surgery but, they made me feel so comfortable. If you need regular eye care or cataract surgery Multack Eye Care is the place to go!