Louise A. Sclafani

Louise A. Sclafani, OD, FAAO, FSLS, is a Clinical Associate Professor of Optometry at the Illinois College of Optometry (ICO) and serves as part-time faculty. She graduated from ICO in 1989. Dr. Sclafani is also Vice President of Professional Affairs for SynergEyes and maintains clinical practice at SoLo Eyecare in Chicago. Her prior role included Associate Professor of Surgery and Director of Optometric Services at the University of Chicago (1993-2017).

Research Focus: Her expertise spans three core areas:

• Advanced contact lens applications
• Pathophysiology and management of corneal diseases
• Perioperative surgical co-management protocols

Honors & Leadership: Recognized as a Top 10 Female Leader in Optometry, she holds key positions:

• Diplomate of AAO's Cornea, Contact Lenses & Refractive Technologies section
• Vice Chair of AAO CCLRT Section
• Fellow of Scleral Lens Society
• Illinois State President & Cornea/Contact Lens Section Chair (AOA)
• Founding member of Global Ophthalmic Women (GLOW)

Clinical & Educational Roles: Trains optometry interns at ICO clinics and integrates hospital-based care experience into curriculum development. No specific grants or lab affiliations are detailed.