Dr. Geeta Been is a board-certified ophthalmologist with fellowship training in oculoplastic surgery. Her primary expertise is in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of the eyelids and the tear drainage system. She also specializes in non-surgical options including Botox®, facial fillers and laser resurfacing.
Dr. Geeta Been is a board-certified ophthalmologist with fellowship training in oculoplastic surgery. Her primary expertise is in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of the eyelids and the tear drainage system. She also specializes in non-surgical options including Botox®, facial fillers and laser resurfacing.
Dr. Geeta Been is a board-certified ophthalmologist with fellowship training in oculoplastic surgery. Her primary expertise is in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of the eyelids and the tear drainage system. She also specializes in non-surgical options including Botox®, facial fillers and laser resurfacing.
Dr. Been was born and raised in Iowa. She completed her undergraduate and medical school education at the University of Iowa. Her residency training was at The University of Chicago in ophthalmology. She completed a prestigious fellowship in Oculoplastics in Salt Lake City, UT with Dr. John McCann and Dr. Rick Anderson. She then returned to Chicago and served on staff at Loyola University.
Dr. Geeta Been offers patients a wide variety of cosmetic and reconstructive surgeries. She enjoys performing a full facial analysis with each patient and finding what procedures would best achieve the patient’s functional and aesthetic goals.
Areas of Specialty:
Cosmetic
- Upper and lower eyelid lifts (blepharoplasty)
- Eyebrow and forehead lift
- Laser skin resurfacing
- Treatment of small facial veins
- Facial volumization
- Autologous fat transfer
- Facial dermal fillers
- Botox® and neuromodulators
Reconstructive:
- Ptosis (droopy eyelid) repair
- Upper eyelid lift (blepharoplasty)
- Ectropion repair
- Entropion repair
- Eyelid biopsies and Mohs skin cancer reconstructions
- Eyebrow direct lifts
- Botox® for blepharospasm/hemifacial spasm
- Surgery for tearing issues: includes Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR)
Education & Training:
Fellowship
- Center for Facial Appearances
- Mentors: John McCann, MD, PhD, and Rick Anderson, MD
- Oculoplastics Fellowship, Salt Lake City, UT
Residency
- The University of Chicago Hospitals, Pritzker School of Medicine Ophthalmology Residency, Chicago, IL
Internship
- St. Francis Hospital
- Evanston, IL
Medical School
- The University of Iowa, College of Medicine, M.D
- Iowa City, IA
- Distinction in Research
Pre-Medical Education
- The University of Iowa, B.S. Iowa City, IA
- High Academic Distinction
- Honors in the Field of Exercise Science
Hospital Appointments
- Northwestern Delnor Hospital – Geneva, IL
Memberships
- American Academy of Ophthalmology
- Illinois Association of Ophthalmology
Board Certification
- American Board of Ophthalmology
Personal Background
- Hometown: Mt. Pleasant, IA
- Personal interests: Spending time with our children; Cooking; Physical fitness
Dr. Been is a very kind and a gentle surgeon.The doctors assistant was very kind also.also..
I’ve had very good service each time I’ve been there. Dr. Been is a very good surgeon who cares about her patients.
She is wonderful! She made sure I was happy with my results and made some tweaks in the process. I really enjoy working with the Beens and trust them. They are really knowledgeable and the natural results show it. I have gone elsewhere and been disappointed with my appearance afterwards- but not here.
The doctor addressed all my questions and concerns.
Dr. Geeta welcomes you with a warm friendly smile. She is very knowledgeable and explains your situation and options clearly. I was very much impressed and happy with my experience.
most amazing Doctor!!!
Overall a very satisfying experience!
I recently had the pleasure of receiving medical care from Dr. Been, and I am delighted to share my experience. From the moment I stepped into the clinic, I was greeted with warmth and professionalism by Dr. Been and her dedicated team. Throughout my treatment, Dr. Been showcased an exceptional level of expertise, compassion, and attentiveness that truly set her apart. Dr. Been's deep understanding of her field was evident in the way she approached my case. She listened attentively to my concerns and took the time to thoroughly explain the diagnosis, treatment options, and potential risks. Dr. Been's professionalism and dedication were consistently displayed throughout my journey. They were punctual for appointments, ensuring minimal waiting time. The clinic's staff was also friendly, efficient, and created a comfortable environment that further enhanced the overall experience.
I was made to feel at ease. I felt that I was heard and that the information that was given reflected that. Staff made me feel very much at ease...and love that the appointment was on time.
Very nice and very professional. Talks one through everything she is doing.