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John Tatar, O.D.

Language: English
  • Accepting New Patients
  • Family Friendly
  • In Person Appointments

Meet Dr. John Tatar (Crystal Lake, IL)

John Tatar, O.D., received his Doctor of Optometry from the Illinois College of Optometry in 2023. He completed three years of undergraduate studies at Loyola University of Chicago as a Biology major before being accepted into Illinois College of Optometry’s early admission program in 2019.

Dr. Tatar’s passion for optometry was sparked when his older sister, also an optometrist, prescribed him his first pair of glasses. Experiencing the clarity he had been missing ignited his interest in the field. After working as a technician at his sister’s private practice, where he enjoyed interacting with patients, he decided to take the next step and become an optometrist himself.

Dr. Tatar enjoys meeting new patients and hearing their personal stories. He then tests his knowledge to find solutions for their individual eye care needs. To Dr. Tatar, creating lasting relationships with his patients by helping improve their quality of life through eye care health is a reward.


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Hours
  • Monday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Friday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Saturday 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed

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- Jul. 17, 2025
If I could give Primary Eyecare 100 stars I would. I had an emergency with my right eye and EVERYONE... at Primary Care went over and beyond to see my eye get back to normal. Kasey, Cristian, Cassie, Josephine, Lourdes and Dana - not only are they phenomenal staff members, theyre even more phenomenal human beings. Dr. Cleland - I could easily make this review a New York Times Best Seller on how awesome she is! There should be no hesitations whatsoever going to Primary Eye Care. Should you read ANY REVIEW EVER giving less than 10 outta 5 stars it's clearly an issue with the human doing the review - not Primary Care! Thanks again to everyone at Primary Care!!!!!!
- Jul. 02, 2025
New to area, highly recommend! Great with children! Extremely nice staff, super professional.

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