Thomas R Stelmack, O.D. Abbreviated Biography
Academic: Loyola University Chicago BS (hon. bio pre med)1971 Illinois College of Optometry OD (Feigenbaum Clinical Award) 1975 Residency Hospital Based Optometry Kansas City VAMC1976
Faculty appointments: Illinois College of Optometry Instructor1976 Asst Professor1977 Assoc Professor1983 University of Illinois College of Medicine Dept of Ophthalmology Asst Professor1985
Hospital leadership positions presently held VA Chicago Healthcare System Chief, Optometry Section1978 Director VICTORS1986 Low Vision Rehab Director, Residency 1982 Program
Professional community leadership: Fellow American Academy of Optometry 1998 Member / Past President Chicago Cornea & Contact Lens Society 1988 National Association VA Optometry Chair Residency Education 1984 Committee (Founder VA Residency Match)
Professional Publications: Journal Articles 45 Invited lectures30+ Scientific Presentations26 Book Chapters 5 Funded Research Studies Public 10 Private 3