Top Oculoplastic Surgeon in Chicago
Kenya M. Williams, MD
Dr. Williams is a board-certified ophthalmologist with fellowship training in ophthalmic and facial plastic surgery. As an oculoplastic surgeon, she specializes in the evaluation and treatment of problems of the:
- Eyelid (upper and lower)
- Eye socket (orbit)
- Tear duct
She addresses issues caused by aging, trauma, and tumors with equal efficiency. In her busy surgical practice, she exclusively performs reconstructive and aesthetic surgery on the eyelids and surrounding tissue. Dr. Williams is a native of Chicago and grew up in Hyde Park.
Education
- She completed her undergraduate education at Spelman College.
- Then she returned to the Chicago area, where she received her medical degree from Chicago Medical School.
- Williams completed her residency in ophthalmology at SUNY Downstate Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY.
- Finally, pursuing an affinity for plastic and reconstructive surgery, she completed a fellowship at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, in Oculoplastic and Orbital Surgery.
Her Mission as an Oculoplastic Surgeon
Eyelid surgery requires a skilled, delicate approach in every procedure. A successful procedure involves a meticulous approach showcasing restraint and balance. This method resonates with Dr. Williams’s philosophy as an oculoplastic surgeon. When patients place themselves in her care, the rest of the world fades away.
“When treating conditions around your eyes, the most important consideration is finding a qualified surgeon who also knows and cares about your eyes. My approach will always put your eye health and vision first.”
Ophthalmic Plastic Surgeon with a Collaborative Approach
Currently in private practice at Rush University Medical Center, Dr. Williams works very closely with other physicians to provide optimal care for patients. Medical conditions in and around the eye often affect nearby structures. As a result, the best treatment for these conditions requires a team-based approach. In these cases, Dr. Williams optimizes care via collaboration with other physicians who specialize in fields such as:
- Otolaryngology (ENT)
- Craniofacial plastic surgery
- Neurosurgery
- Dermatology
- Director of Oculofacial Service, Department of Ophthalmology
- Assistant Professor, Department of Ophthalmology
- Assistant Professor, Department of Surgery, Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
- Faculty Advisor, Office of Integrated Medical Education, Rush Medical College
- Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Surgery, Division of Ophthalmology
Outreach & Involvement in the Field
In addition to maintaining a busy practice as an oculoplastic surgeon in Chicago, Dr. Williams has a strong sense of communal responsibility. She always has been and continues to be committed to service and education. She has dedicated much of her time to inspiring and training the next generation of physicians. Furthermore, she pursues lifelong involvement in her field, never settling for “good enough.”
- She has mentored college and medical students who are pursuing a career in medicine.
- She was a volunteer physician at John H. Stroger Jr, Hospital of Cook County, where she taught ophthalmology residents and performed oculoplastic surgery.
- She is currently an Assistant Professor in the Department of Ophthalmology at Rush University Medical Center, where she holds the position of Director of the Oculofacial Service.
- She is also an Assistant Professor in the Department of Otolaryngology (ENT) and in the Department of Surgery (Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery) at Rush University Medical Center.
Memberships & Affiliations
As a leading oculoplastic surgeon, Dr. Williams holds several memberships and affiliations, including:
- The American Academy of Ophthalmology
- The Illinois Society of Eye Physicians and Surgeons
- The Chicago Ophthalmological Society
- The North American Society of Academic Orbital Surgeons
