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Frank Restivo, OD

Dr. Restivo is a Board Certified Doctor of Optometry with 7 years of clinical experience in primary eye care. He’s had the privilege to work and train in various practice modalities with many leaders in the industry to build his skills and expertise in comprehensive eye care. His interests include dry eye disease, neuro-ophthalmic/binocular vision disorders, ocular disease and various forms of refractive correction. Dr. Restivo thrives in creating individualized treatment plans for specific patient needs and strives to educate his patients so they can take control of their eye health. He loves the human interaction with the people he serves and helping his community with their eye care needs.

Connecticut Eye Consultants has provided Dr. Restivo with a unique opportunity to co-manage a broad spectrum of eye care specialties with accomplished and well-respected physicians. He strongly believes in the importance of close relations between primary and specialty eye care for prevention, early detection and prompt medical treatment of commonly diagnosed eye diseases.

While not in clinic, Dr. Restivo enjoys exploring new areas to hike, experiencing new restaurants, cooking, traveling and further interacting with his community by instructing guitar and coaching soccer.

Illinois College of Optometry Chicago, IL (August 2013 – May 2017)
Doctor of Optometry degree

University of Chicago – Chicago, IL (August 2016 – May 2017)
Neuro-ophthalmic curriculum/clinical training under attending Neuro-Ophthalmologist

Benedictine University Lisle, IL ( September 2009 – May 2013)
Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry: Summa Cum Laude
Music Minor: Theory and Performance

Lead Ophthalmic Technician/Optician: LensCrafters – Oakbrook, IL (June 2011 – August 2015)

  • Lens inventory and order tracking through outside distributors
  • Worked closely with on-staff Optometrist’s to design lenses specific to profession, vision rehabilitation needs, and neuro-ophthalmic conditions
  • Provided detailed information on best-fit practices; modern fashion trends and current optical device technology

Connecticut Eye Consultants: Danbury/Prospect, CT (June 2022 – Present)

  • Dry eye consultation and treatment
  • Routine eye care with refraction/contact lens fitting
  • Post-op medical follow-ups and refractions
  • Diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases with referrals as necessary
  • Binocular vision assessment/treatment in children and adults

Sight Eye Health/ Sight Multispecialty Center – West Hartford/Farmington, CT (October 2020 – March 2022)

  • Comprehensive eye exams for patients 6 months old and above
  • Diagnosis, monitoring and treatment of Glaucoma with co-management/referral to Glaucoma specialist
  • Dry Eye assessment and treatment using various modalities: OTC, punctal plugs, therapeutics and LipiFlow
  • LASIK/Cataract pre and post-op examinations
  • Myopia control using preferred method of Ortho-K specialty lenses
  • Diagnose and create vision therapy/neuro-rehab treatment plans for post-TBI/Stroke and Binocular Vision Disorders including prism based refractions
  • Co-manage with on staff PT and OT for early developmental disorders and vestibular conditions
  • Diabetic eye examinations with correspondence/referral to retinal surgeon and PCP/Endocrinologist

Gold Coast Eye AssociatesTrumbull/Waterbury, CT (July 2017 – October 2020)

  • Comprehensive eye exams for patients 5 years old and above
  • Soft contact lens fittings: spherical, toric and multifocal lens options.
  • Assess, treat and co-manage various corneal, retinal and neuro-ophthalmic diseases
  • Dietary/supplement consultation for eye related health
  • Provided shadowing experience for Pre-Optometry students

Solo Eye Care & Eyewear Gallery: Private Practice – Chicago, IL (February 2017 – May 2017)

  • Comprehensive ophthalmic care through the diagnosis, treatment and management of diseases of the visual system and ocular effects of systemic conditions
  • Design, order and fit specialty contact lenses: Synergeyes Duette, Paragon CRT, Europa Scleral, Boston XO RGP
  • Pediatric eye exams with scheduled vision therapy sessions for various binocular vision disorders
  • Meetings with frame representatives to keep up to date with trends and needs of the community

Alfred & Sarah Rosenbloom Center on Vision and Aging: Geriatric Care – Chicago, IL (November 2016 – February 2017)

  • Examined patients 50 and older with various retinal diseases, glaucoma and age-related macular degeneration.
  • Performed cataract, YAG, chalazion and glaucoma indicated procedure consults/post-ops with on-staff Ophthalmologist.

Illinois Eye Institute: Advanced Care/Pediatrics Chicago, IL (August 2016 – November 2016)

  • Comprehensive examinations on all age groups with diagnosis and referrals for cataracts, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration and suspected neurological lesions/diseases.
  • Comprehensive pediatric eye exams with diagnosis and treatment of strabismus, amblyopia, and non-strabismic binocular vision disorders.

Chicago Lighthouse for People Who are Blind or Visually Impaired Chicago, IL (August 2016 – November 2016)

  • High volume of Ophthalmology referred, low vision examinations for a broad spectrum of retinal and ocular surface diseases.
  • Assessed, educated and trained patients on current optical devices along with physical and psychosocial vision rehabilitation services suited to their specific needs.

Edward Hines Jr. VA/Loyola Medical Center Hines, IL (May 2016 – August 2016)

  • Examined, diagnosed and treated patients from routine visits to complex medical visits; all ages in civilian and veteran populations
  • Fitting/assessment of soft and specialty contact lenses for various prescriptions and ocular surface conditions.
  • Attended monthly grand rounds with Loyola-based Ophthalmologists and Optometrists

Tomb & Key Honor Society – ICO Class of 2017

Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe Health Fair | Des Plaines, IL (July 2019)

  • Organized, trained and led a team of six medical students with interest in an Ophthalmology residency to perform a vision screening for 150 community members of all ages; emphasis on glaucoma detection.
  • Coordinated referrals and educated on ocular health conditions.

Salvation Army | Algonquin, IL (December 2018)

  • Worked with a team of 100 volunteers to prepare and distribute 3000 care packages to Chicagoland families in need

One-Sight | LensCrafters Oakbrook, IL (2011-2017)

  • Participated with team of opticians, lab technicians and Optometrists to provide comprehensive eye exams, vision care, and customized prescription glasses to those in need.
  • American Optometric Association; including Contact Lens and Low Vision chapters
  • CAO Membership (2018 to present)
  • Enhance co-management between Optometry and Ophthalmology to readily transition patients between the two modes of practice for optimal care.
  • Be an active member in the community that I serve
  • Continue to teach and perform musical instrumentation while not in direct patient care

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