Dr. Caden joined the ICO faculty in 1972. Since then, he has been involved in teaching many of the binocular vision courses and related laboratories. He divides his time between administering the fourth professional year externship program and teaching in the Pediatric/Binocular Vision Service. Dr. Caden has served twice as the Pediatric/Binocular Vision Service Chief during his time at ICO. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry and serves as a consultant for the Accreditation Council on Optometric Education.
Why ICO?
I joined the ICO faculty because it gave me the opportunity to develop my clinical skills in pediatrics and stay abreast of the latest research and new techniques for examining children. Any student who chooses ICO for their optometric education will be exposed to a large and diverse clinical population. Additionally, you will be taught by a dedicated and approachable faculty, many of whom are nationally and inter-nationally known.
| CURRENT STATUS |
Associate Professor of Optometry
Assistant Dean for Community-Based Education |
| SPECIALTIES |
Pediatric Optometry and Binocular Vision, Visually Related Learning and Reading Problems |
| TELEPHONE NUMBER |
312-949-7277 |
| E-MAIL ADDRESS |
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| ROOM NUMBER |
1801 |
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Education
| 1977 |
Northeastern Illinois University M.A. |
| 1972 |
Illinois College of Optometry B.S., O.D. |
| 1968 |
Providence College B.A. |
Experience
| 1994-present |
Illinois College of Optometry |
| 1997-2007 |
University of Chicago-Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Science – part time Clinical Associate |
| 1990-1994 |
Danville Eye Clinic and Cataract Center |
| 1972-1990 |
Illinois College of Optometry |
Publications
| Brian W. Caden, Karen Cohen, Jeffrey Newmark and Kenneth Stoller:” Bell’s Phenomenon and Associated Visual Anomalies in the Cerebral Palsied Child.” Optometric Monthly, 1983 |
| Brian W. Caden, Michael W. Lamb and Joseph Pirman: “Nearpoint Lenses and Performance on the Winter Haven Copy Forms Test.” Journal of Optometric Vision Development, 1983 |
| Brian W. Caden: “Utilization of Course Outlines and Behavioral Objectives.” Journal of Optometric Education, 1985 |
Awards and Honors
| 2004 |
Alumni Council Award for Excellence in Education |
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Beta Sigma Kappa Honor Society |
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Tomb and Key Honor Fraternity |
Professional Organizations
| Fellow |
American Academy of Optometry |
| Member |
American Optometric Association/Illinois Optometric Association |
| Member |
ASCO SIG Externship Directors |
Dr. Messner joined the ICO faculty in 1985. Since that time she has served in a variety of administrative roles, primarily related to patient care education and residency programs. In addition she has been an active teacher in the classroom, laboratories and clinical program throughout her career. She is a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry and has served in a variety of professional organizations, including the Illinois State Licensing and Disciplinary Board, the ASCO Residency Affairs Committee and the Accreditation Council on Optometric Education
