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Mathew Maccumber

Ophthalmology

Mathew Maccumber, MD

Professor of Ophthalmology; Director of Research, Department of Ophthalmology, Rush University Medical Center; Director of Clinical Research, Illinois Retina Associates

Chicago, IL

Mathew W. MacCumber, MD, PhD, is a nationally recognized vitreoretinal specialist with expertise in the medical and surgical management of complex retinal conditions, including vitreoretinal diseases such as diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, retinal detachments, macular holes, and epiretinal membranes. He employs advanced techniques like intravitreal pharmacotherapy with anti-VEGF agents, corticosteroids, and sustained-release implants, alongside vitreoretinal surgery using

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35+

Years in Practice

Credentials

Board Certifications

  • Ophthalmology (American Board of Ophthalmology)

Education & Training

  • Duke University Eye Center — Retina Fellowship
  • Wilmer Ophthalmological Institute, Johns Hopkins Hospital — Ophthalmology Residency and Assistant Chief of Service
  • Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine — MD, PhD in Neurosciences
  • Princeton University — AB

Peer Recognition

  • American Academy of OphthalmologySenior Achievement Award

    2015

  • American Academy of OphthalmologyAchievement Award

    2004

  • American Society of Retina SpecialistsSenior Honor Award

    2009

  • American Society of Retina SpecialistsHonor Award

    2005

  • Ronald G. Michels FellowshipFellowship Award

    1996

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Retina & Vitreous

Conditions & Treatments

Retinal DiseasesDiabetic RetinopathyMacular DegenerationVitreoretinal SurgeryIntravitreal InjectionsRetinal Detachment

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

  • Rush University Medical Center

Languages

English, Spanish

Experience

35+ years in practice