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Dr. Tamara Fountain, MD

Dr. Tamara Fountain, MD

Ophthalmic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Tamara Fountain, MD is an ophthalmic plastic & reconstructive surgeon in Deerfield, IL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from HARVARD Medical School in 1988. She is affiliated with Northshore University Healthsystem Evanston Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 147 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (147 reviews)

Ophthalmology Partners Ltd

740 Waukegan Rd Ste 360 Deerfield, IL 60015
Telehealth available
(847) 945-6770

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Fountain specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Fountain's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Fountain

4.8

147 ratings, 67 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Kathy K. – Jan 02, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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MHW – Sep 26, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Anne M – Jul 08, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Geraldine Miller – Jul 07, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Jul 02, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Charlotte Mc – Jun 20, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Fantastic Surgeon – Jun 18, 2024
"Eyes wide open," that's a great double...Read More
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Jessica – May 30, 2024
Well, thank you! If you need new glasses or...Read More
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Astrid H. – Jan 24, 2024
I do care, thank you! Doctor's have good days...Read More
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mia Stein-Kodzik – Jan 20, 2024
I don't always hit a home run with every patient,...Read More
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What could be improved
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Huiqi Yin – Oct 26, 2023
Looking good AND feeling good-- you've made my...Read More
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Oct 21, 2023
I love this, thank you! Upper lid blepharoplasty...Read More
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Joel Gingiss – Aug 23, 2023
Thank you so much for sharing your feedback with...Read More
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Patricia Ferguson – Jun 04, 2023
I am so happy you had a great experience with...Read More
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What could be improved
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2 people found this helpful
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May 31, 2023
Thank you very much. Navigating the US health...Read More
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Apr 23, 2023
Thanks so much for the mention of my...Read More
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Marcia Pedersen – Feb 17, 2023
Thank you so much for this feedback, Ms....Read More
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Laurie – Dec 07, 2022
Great, Laurie. I enjoy the teaching part of my...Read More
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Sep 23, 2022
Appreciate your feedback, Sandra. Our office and...Read More
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Benjamin – Aug 28, 2022
Thank you so much Benjamin. Appreciate the...Read More
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Fountain is committed to patient satisfaction and she enjoys the reward of listening to her patients as well as making sure they understand their conditions and their options for treating it.  Surgery can be an overwhelming life decision....read more

biography

Dr. Fountain grew up in Minnesota where her mother worked for Pillsbury and her father was a pilot at Northwest Airlines. She has always enjoyed an interest in art and design but pursued math and science studies as a premed at Stanford University....read more

  • Ophthalmic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

  • Oculoplastic Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Southern California

    Fellowship Hospital, 1996

  • Johns Hopkins

    Residency Hospital, 1992

  • Pennsylvania Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1989

  • Pennsylvania Hospital Of University Of Pennsylvania Health System

    Internship Hospital, 1989

  • Harvard Medical School

    Medical School, 1988

  • Stanford University

    Undergraduate School, 1984
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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  • American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons, Member

  • American Academy of Ophthalmology, Member

  • Illinois Association of Ophthalmology, Member

  • Department of Ophthalmology Section Chair Emeritus Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Rush University Medical Center Chicago, Professor

  • Women in Ophthalmology, Member

  • American Ophthalmological Society, Member

  • Chicago Ophthalmological Society, Member

  • English

  • Spanish

Focus on Wet Macular Degeneration

Locations

Ophthalmology Partners Ltd

Ophthalmology Partners, Limited740 Waukegan Rd Ste 360 Deerfield, IL 60015
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: closed
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Northshore University Healthsystem Evanston Hospital

    2650 Ridge Ave
    Evanston, IL 60201
    Recipient of 17
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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