Dr. Goodfellow joined the ICO faculty in 2001, and he currently teaches physiological optics, instructs a variety of pediatrics/binocular vision laboratories, and coordinates the Private Practice Clerkship. He is an attending optometrist in the Pediatrics/Binocular Vision Service of the Illinois Eye Institute. Dr. Goodfellow has served as the site coordinator for the Pediatric Eye Disease Investigators Group as well as the chief of the Pediatrics/Binocular Vision Service. Dr. Goodfellow lives in Beecher, Illinois, with his wife and four children.
Why ICO?
ICO offers an outstanding, well-rounded clinical education. As the oldest optometry school, ICO has a rich network of resources that encourages top-notch teaching and patient care. I’ve always felt a calling to work with students. Although I’ve enjoyed my interactions with a wide variety of other schools, ICO continues to be the best choice for optometry students, and I cannot imagine teaching anyplace else.
| CURRENT STATUS |
Assistant Dean for Curriculum and Assessment |
| SPECIALTIES |
Pediatrics/Binocular Vision; Optics |
| TELEPHONE NUMBER |
312-949-7016 |
| E-MAIL ADDRESS |
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| ROOM NUMBER |
Academic Administration Room 1805 |
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Education
| 2001-2002 |
Illinois College of Optometry Pediatrics/Binocular Vision Residency |
| 1997-2001 |
Illinois College of Optometry Doctor of Optometry |
| 1993-1997 |
Benedictine University Bachelors of Science in Biochemistry |
Experience
| 2001-present |
Illinois College of Optometry, Faculty Member |
| 2009-present |
Illinois College of Optometry, Assistant Dean for Curriculum and Assessment |
| 2009 |
Illinois College of Optometry, Chair, Clinical Education Department |
| 2008-present |
Illinois College of Optometry, Associate Professor of Optometry |
| 2004-2009 |
Illinois College of Optometry, Chief, Pediatrics/Binocular Vision Service |
| 2003-2008 |
Illinois College of Optometry, Assistant Professor of Optometry |
| 2003-2008 |
Illinois College of Optometry, Instructor of Optometry |
Publications
Pang Y, Goodfellow GW, Allison C, Block S, Frantz KA. A prospective study of macular thickness in amblyopic children with unilateral high myopia. Invest Ophthalmol Vis Sci 2011 Apr 14;52(5):2444-9.
Pang Y, Trachimowicz R, Castells DD, Goodfellow GW, Maino DM. Optic nerve heads in pediatric African Americans using retinal tomography. Optom Vis Sci 2009 Dec;86(12):1346-51.
Goodfellow GW, Trachimowicz R, Steele G. Patient literacy levels in an inner-city optometry clinic. Optom 2008 Feb;79(2):98-103.
Goodfellow GW, Scharre J. Clinical models within optometric education. Optom Educ 2003 Fal;29(1):20-23.
Goodfellow GW, Allison CL, Schlange DG. Unusual eye movements in a patient with partial complex seizure disorder. Optom 2002 Mar;73(3):160-5. |
Awards and Honors
| 2011 |
Young Alumnus of the Year; Illinois College of Optometry |
| 2011 |
AOSA Founders Award; American Optometric Student Association |
| 2010, 2005 |
Distinguished Service Award; American Society of Ocularists |
| 2009 |
Teacher of the Year Award; Illinois College of Optometry Fourth Professional Year Class and Student Association |
| 2007-2011 |
Golden Apple Award; Illinois College of Optometry Fourth Year Class and Student Association |
| 2006-2007, 2011 |
Teacher of the Year Award; Illinois College of Optometry First Professional Year Class and Student Association |
| 2006 |
Recruiter of the Year Award; Illinois Optometric Association |
| 2005 |
Young Optometrist of the Year; Illinois Optometric Association |
| 2003 |
Dare to Soar Faculty Award; Illinois College of Optometry |
Professional Organizations
Advisory Board Member, Illinois School for the Visually Impaired
Panel Member, Transitions Pro Forum
Appointment to Consultant-Evaluator Corps, Higher Learning Commission
Member, Accreditation Council on Optometric Education
Member, American Public Health Association
Executive Board Member, Vision First Foundation
Member, Association of Schools and Colleges in Optometry
Member, American Optometric Association Political Action Committee Supporter
Member/Fellow, American Academy of Optometry
Member, Beta Sigma Kappa
Member, American Optometric Association
Member, Illinois Optometric Association
Development Member, College of Optometrists in Vision
Member, Fellowship of Christian Optometrists
Member, American Heart Association
Member (2010), The Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology
Member (2008-2009), Vision Sciences Society
Member (2004-2009), Stakeholders Collaboration to Improve Student Health
Member (2001-2009), Illinois Society for the Prevention of Blindness |
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
