Welcome to the
Panton Eye Center!

The Panton Eye Center is a comprehensive ophthalmology and optometry practice serving patients throughout Elmwood Park, Oak Park, River Forest, and neighboring communities in the Chicagoland area.

The Panton Eye Center offers comprehensive ophthalmologic care, which includes medical, surgical and optical services. Care is rendered by board-certified ophthalmologists, assisted by a staff which includes optometrists, ophthalmic technicians, ophthalmic photographers, and opticians.

Medical Director and Founder, Dr. John H. Panton, describes his philosophy of practice: "Two words can summarize our approach to eye care: innovation and compassion. Surgical techniques and medical treatment are constantly changing and we intend to be at the leading edge of those changes. Nonetheless, one thing remains constant-the respect and empathy which we demonstrate to every patient. The need to comfort is every bit as important as the need to cure." 

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Meet the Doctors!

Peter Panton, M.D., F.A.C.S.

Robert Panton, M.D., F.A.C.S.

Elizabeth 
Panton-Karkazis, O.D.

John Panton, M.D., F.A.C.S.

1924-2015

Hospital Affiliations


Gottlieb  Memorial Hospital
701 West North Ave.
Melrose Park, Illinois 60160
708-681-3200

Rush Oak Park Hospital
520 S. Maple
Oak Park, Illinois 60304
708-383-9300

West Suburban Hospital
3 Erie Court
Oak Park, Illinois 60302
708-383-6200


Office Hours

Patient hours may differ from office hours. Please call to make an appointment.

The Optical Shop is closed on Wednesdays.

  • Monday - Tuesday

    09:00 am – 05:00pm

    Appointments only

  • Wednesday

    Closed

  • Thursday - Friday

    09:00 am – 05:00pm

    Appointments only

  • Saturday

    09:00 am – 12:00 pm

    Appointments only

  • Sunday

    Closed

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Premium/Advanced Technology Implants and
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