Stephen Vile
Park Ridge,IL
Summary
Personable Ophthalmologist with 40+-year background in vision care arena. Hands-on experience dealing with glaucoma, strabismus, eye injuries, infectious eye diseases and degenerative conditions. Adept at performing keyhole and laser surgery, as well as managing eye clinic. Outstanding verbal and written communication abilities with excellent active listening skills.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Ophthalmologist
Consulting Eye Services
01.2021 - 10.2025
- Conducted comprehensive eye examinations to diagnose and treat various ocular conditions. Transitioned from surgical to medical office-based practice.
- Educated patients on eye health, preventive care, and post-operative procedures for optimal outcomes.
- Collaborated with optometrists and healthcare professionals to ensure seamless patient care continuity.
- Managed approximately 20 incoming calls, emails and faxes per day from customers.
Ophthalmologist
Self-solo Practitioner
02.2004 - 01.2021
- Implemented best practices for surgical procedures, enhancing safety and efficiency in operations.
- Carried out eye surgery using operating microscopes to perform small incision surgery and laser surgery.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary medical teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for patients with complex diagnoses.
- Developed strong relationships with referring physicians, boosting cross-referrals between practices.
Ophthalmologist
Consultant Within Multi-disciplinary Medical Group
01.2000 - 02.2004
- Provided exceptional care by addressing both medical and emotional needs of patients during consultations and treatments.
- Increased patient satisfaction through timely and accurate communication about diagnoses, treatments, and progress updates.
- Established a positive reputation among patients and colleagues for delivering compassionate, evidence-based care.
- Carried out eye surgery using operating microscopes to perform small incision surgery and laser surgery.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Univ. of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MIM.D. - Medicine
Univ of Kansas Medical School
Kansas City, KSInternship -
Michael Reese Hospital And Medical Center
Chicago, ILResidency in Ophthalmology
Michael Reese Hospital And Medical Center
Chicago, ILSkills
- Visual examinations
- Ophthalmic surgery
- Dry eye management
- Visual field testing
- Glaucoma management
- Macular degeneration treatment
- Oculoplastic surgery
- Retinal disease expertise
Certification
- Board Certified
- General Ophthalmology
- Licensed in State of Illinois - [Timeframe]
- Certified in phacoemulsification, PRK, Lasik and laser surgery.
- Have transitioned from surgical practice to purely medical-based practice for the past 4 years.
Timeline
Ophthalmologist
Consulting Eye Services
01.2021 - 10.2025
Ophthalmologist
Self-solo Practitioner
02.2004 - 01.2021
Ophthalmologist
Consultant Within Multi-disciplinary Medical Group
01.2000 - 02.2004
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Univ. of Michigan
M.D. - Medicine
Univ of Kansas Medical School
Internship -
Michael Reese Hospital And Medical Center
Residency in Ophthalmology
Michael Reese Hospital And Medical Center