Dr. Opitz is a graduate of Loyola University of Chicago and earned his doctorate of optometry from the Illinois College of Optometry. He proceeded to complete a post-graduate residency at the Veterans Affair Medical Center in Hampton, VA. In addition to caring for patients at the Norwood Park Eye Center, he also holds the rank of Associate Professor at the Illinois College of Optometry where he provides both clinical and didactic education to future optometrists. Dr. Opitz lectures frequently for continuing education programs both nationally and internationally.
Dr. Opitz is an accomplished researcher and has had many publications highlighting his contributions to the profession of optometry and eye care. He is a member of the Illinois Optometric Association, the American Optometric Association, a fellow of the American Academy of Optometry, and a member of the Optometric Glaucoma Society. |
Dr. Kelly Cohen graduated from the Pennsylvania State University in 2016 with a bachelor’s degree in Pre-Medicine. She continued her education at the Pennsylvania College of Optometry with a special interest in pediatric care and binocular vision, earning an advanced studies certification in binocular vision and vision therapy. She achieved clinical honors throughout her training experience and developed a strong appreciation for pediatric eye care. After graduating in 2020, she moved from Philadelphia to Chicago to pursue a residency in pediatrics and binocular vision at the Illinois College of Optometry.
Dr. Cohen is beyond excited to continue to provide eye care in the greater Chicago area, which she now calls home. |
Sarah's interest in eye care began in First Grade when she was prescribed her first pair of glasses. She began working for her local optometrist during high school and went on to earn her Associate of Applied Science from Triton College. She completed the Ophthalmic Technician program with honors and has more than 15 years experience in the eye care field. Sarah has worked in private practice as well as at the University of Illinois at Chicago in the Eye and Ear Infirmary.
Her training and passion for all things eye inspired her to help develop Norwood Park Eye Center. She is looking forward to sharing her expert knowledge with the people of Norwood Park and other nearby Chicago neighborhoods. Sarah has been married to Nick since 2007, together they have three children. She enjoys cooking, sewing, and spending time with her family.
|
Location:
6107 N Northwest Hwy STE A Chicago, IL 60631 Phone: 773-867-6165 Fax: 773-853-0476 Email norwoodparkeyecenter@gmail.com |
Office Hours
Mon: 9-2 Tue: 10-6 Wed: Closed Thu: 10-6 Fri: 10-2 Sat: 9:-12 |
Website by Eyefinity
|