Dr. Steven T Tichy M.D.
Ophthalmologist
2015 N Main St Wheaton IL, 60187About
Dr. Steven Tichy is an ophthalmologist practicing in Wheaton, IL. Dr. Tichy specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Tichy can practice medicine as well as surgery. Opthalmologists can perform surgeries because they have their medical degrees along with at least eight years of additional training. Dr. Tichy can diagnose and treat diseases, perform eye operations and prescribe eye glasses and contacts. Ophthalmologists can also specialize even further in a specific area of eye care.
Education and Training
Loyola Univ of Chicago Stritch Sch of Med, Maywood Il 1977
Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine 1977
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Shingles
- Retinal Detachment
- Retinal Tear
- Uveitis
- Corneal Ulcer
- Migraine
- Blepharitis
- Chalazion
- Conjunctivitis
Fellowships
- St. Louis University
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