StevenJLichtensteinMDFAAP, FACS, FAAO

Pediatric & Strabismus

Associate Professor of Clinical Surgery & Pediatrics University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria Medical Director of Pediatric Ophthalmology Children's Hospital of Illinois Peoria, IL Head, Division of Pediatric Ophthalmology Department of Pediatrics University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria

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Office
4927 N Glen Park Pl Rd
Peoria, IL 61614
Phone+1 309-308-3500

Fax+1 309-623-4365

Summary

Dr. Steven Lichtenstein is an ophthalmologist in Peoria, IL and is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including OSF Saint Francis Medical Center and Children's Hospital of Illinois. He received his medical degree from University of Louisville School of Medicine and has been in practice 35 years. He specializes in pediatric & strabismus and is experienced in pediatric ophthalmology, strabismus surgery, pediatric cataract surgery, pediatric glaucoma, and pediatric retinal disease.

Education & Training

Boston Children's HospitalFellowship, Pediatric Ophthalmology, 1987 - 1988
Yale-New Haven Medical CenterResidency, Ophthalmology, 1984 - 1987
University of Louisville School of MedicineResidency, Internal Medicine, 1983 - 1983
University of Louisville School of MedicineClass of 1983
University of LouisvilleMS, Anatomy, 1976 - 1979

Certifications & Licensure

FL State Medical License 2024 - 2026
IL State Medical License 2005 - 2026
IN State Medical License 1983 - 2025
KY State Medical License 1984 - 2025
American Board of Ophthalmology Ophthalmology

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

Member, Pan-American Association of Ophthamologists Phi Delta Epsilon Medical Fraternity, 2012
Who's Who In America 2008-2013, 2012
Physician's Recognition Award - with Commendation 2007-2010 American Medical Association, 2007
The LEO Award (Lifelong Education of the Opthalmologist) American Academy of Opthalmology, 2004
Honor Award American Association for Pediatric Opthalmology and Strabismus, 2004
The LEO Award (Lifelong Education of the Ophthalmologist) American Academy of Ophthalmology, 2000, 2007
Physician's Recognition Award June 1, 1998-June 21, 2007 American Medical Association, 1998
The LEO Award (Lifelong Education of the Opthalmologist) American Academy of Ophthalmology, 1997
The Jefferson County Public Schools "Golden Apple Award," for outstanding service to Jefferson County Public Schools Jefferson County Public Schools, 1993
Two Thousand Notable American Men Third Illustrated Edition, 1993
Who's Who Among Executive and Professionals 1993-1994 Edition, 1993
The Jefferson County Teachers Association "An Apple from the Teachers Award," for outstanding service by a lay person to the students of the Jefferson County Public Schools Jefferson County Public Schools, 1990
Physician's Recognition Award June 1, 1989-September 1, 1995 American Medical Association, 1988
Member Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels, 1980
Who's Who Among Students in American Colleges and Universities Who's Who, 1976
Fellow (FACS) American College of Surgeons
Fellow (FAAO) American Academy of Ophthalmology
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Clinical Trials

Topical Treatment of Bacterial Conjunctivitis and Its Effect on Microbial Flora Start of enrollment: 2006 Jun 01
Completed
Phase 4

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Management of Pediatric Conjunctivitis.
Steven J Lichtenstein, Roberto Warman, Rudolph S Wagner
Journal of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus. 2022-05-01
55 citations
Exudative retinopathy and detachment: a late reactivation of retinopathy of prematurity after intravitreal bevacizumab.
Shaun Ittiara, Michael P. Blair, Michael J. Shapiro, Steven J. Lichtenstein
Journal of AAPOS. 2013-06-01
204 citations
Reactivation of Retinopathy of Prematurity After Bevacizumab Injection
Jennifer Hu, Michael P. Blair, Michael J. Shapiro, Steven J. Lichtenstein, John M. Galasso
Archives of Ophthalmology. 2012-08-01

Journal Articles

Significant Treatment Failure with Intravitreal Bevacizumab for Retinopathy of Prematurity
Patel, RD, Shapiro, MJ, Blair, MP, Lichtenstein, SJ, Arch Ophthamologyl
Efficacy of Intravitreal Bevacizumab for Stage 3+ Retinopathy of Prematurity
Mintz-Hittner HA, Kennedy KA, Chuang AZ for the BEAT-ROP Cooperative Group (Lagouros PA, Lichtenstein SJ, Hocker JR), N Engl J Med
Kinetics of Kill of Bacterial Conjunctivitis Isolates with Moxilfloxacin, a Fluoroquinolone, Compared with the Aminoglycosides Tobramycin and Gentamicin
Wagner RS, Granet DB, Lichtenstein SJ, Jamison T, Dajcs JJ, Gross RD, Cockrum P, Clin Ophthalmol
Fluoroquinolones Compared to 1% azithromycin in DuraSite® for bacterial conjunctivitis
Lichtenstein SJ, Granet DB, Clin Ophthalmol
An Assessment of the Tolerability of Moxifloxacin 0.5% Compared to Azithromycin 1% in Dura Site
Granet D, Lichtenstein SJ, Onofrey B, Katz JA, Clin Opthalmol
The Ophthalmologist and Learning Diabilities
Gole GA, Hertle RW, Kowal LM, Lichtenstein SJ, Yeates KO, Focal Points - Clinical Module for Opthalmologists
Bacterial Conjunctivitis: A Clinical Review of Resistance and Treatment Options
Lichtenstein SJ, Monthly Prescribing Reference
Efficacy and Safety of 0.5% Levofloxacin Opthalmic Solution for the Treatment of Bacterial Conjunctivitis in Pediatric Patients
Lichtenstein SJ, Rinehart M, J AAPOS
Early Clinical Microbiological Responses in the Treatment of Bacterial Conjunctivitis with Moxifloxacin Opthalmic Solution 0.5% (Vigamox®) Using B.I.D. Dosing
Gross RD, Lichtenstein SJ, Schleck BA, Today's Therapeutic Trends, J New Dev in Clin Med
A Phase III Clinical Trial of 0.5% Levofloxacin Ophthalmic Solution for the Treatment of Bacterial Conjunctivitis versus 0.3
Schwab IR, Friedlaender M, McCulley J, Lichtenstein SJ, Moran CT, Ophthalmology
Assessment of Retinal Function in Cataract Patients by a Combination of laser Interferometry and Conventional Display Methods to Measure Contrast Sensitivity
Jankelovits ER, Lichtenstein SJ, Groll SL, Remijan PW, Hirsch J, Applied Optics
Computerized Histologic Assessment of Malignant Potential: A Method for Determining the Prognosis of Uveal Melanomas
Gamel JW, McLean IW, Greenberg RA, Zimmerman LE, Lichtenstein SJ, J. Hum Pathol
Sunglasses: A Simple Solution to a Serious Problem
Lichtenstein SJ, Refractive Eyecare for Ophthalmologists
A Multidisciplinary Approach Challenging Current Thinking on UV and Glare. Consensus From the UV and Glare Roundtable
Brunton S, Hamada K, Hebert A, Judelsohn R, Lichtenstein SJ, Newsome P, Stamnes J, Stenson S, White Paper
Double concentration of olopatadine controls allergies all day
Guttman C, Abelson MB, Lichtenstein S, Opthalmology Times
PLT - An Early Guide to Pediatric Vision
Lichtenstein SJ, Elder P, Viewpoints
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Abstracts/Posters

A Study of the Role of the Fuchsin Moiety of Aldehyde Fuchsin in Staining of Unoxidized Pancreatic B Cells
Lichtenstein SJ, Nettleton GS, J Histochem Cytochem, 28:602-603

Lectures

Anatomy and Physiology for the Ophthalmic Technician
Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel, Ophthalmology's 29th Continuing Ed Prgm, Orlando FL
Eye Examination for the Pediatrician Ophthalmoscopy Workshop
American Academy of Pediatrics, Ntl Conference & Exhibition, Boston Convention & Exposition Center
A Closer Look at Ocular Infections: A Case-Based Discussion of Diagnostic Challenges and Advances in Treatment Options
National Nurse Practitioner Symposium, Copper Convention Center, Copper Mountain, Colorado
Pediatric Ophthalmology, It Just Ain't Glasses
American Academy of Pediatrics, Practical Pediatrics Course, Hilton Head Mariott, South Carolina
The Red Eye in Childhood, Differential Diagnosis and Management of the Red Eye
American Academy of Pediatrics Practical Pediatrics Course, Hilton Head Marriott, South Carolina
The Effect of Moxifloxcin Treatment on Fluoroquinolone Susceptibility of the Major Pathogenic Species in Bacterial Conjunctivitis
American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology & Strabismus, Swan Hotel, Orlando FL
Topical Ophthalmic Moxifloxacin Elicits Minimal or No Selection of Fluoroquinolone Resistance among Bacteria Isolated from the Skin, Nose, and Throad
5th Annual Conference on Ocular Infections, The Breakers Resort, Palm Beach, FL
Topical Ophthalmic Moxifloxacin Elicits Minimal or No Selection of Fluoroquinolene Resistance among Bacteria Isolated from the Skin, Nose, and Throat
49th Interscience Conference on Antimicrobial Agents & Chemotherapy, Moscone Center, San Francisco
Retinopathy of Prematurity
Children's Hospital of Illinois Neonatal ICU Grand Rounds, OSF St Francis Medical Center, Peoria IL
More Ophthalmic Anatomy and Physiology for Ophthalmic Medical Personnel
Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel, Ophthalmology's Annual Continuing Ed, Chicago IL
Retinopathy of Prematurity
Illinois Eye Center, Lunch and Learn, Peoria, IL
Grand Rounds, Interesting Cases in Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus
Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel, Ophthalmology's Annual Continuing Education Chicago IL
Differential Diagnosis and Management of the Red Eye
2010 Illinois Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics Annual Education Conference, Lisle, IL
Differential Diagnosis and Management of the Red Eye
Resident's Noon Conference, Dept. of Pediatrics, University of Illinois College of Medicine, Peoria
Differential Diagnosis and Management of the Red Eye
Resident's Noon Conference, Dept. of Family Practice, U of Ilinois College of Medicine, Peoria
Eye Examination for the Pediatrician Ophthalmoloscopy Workshop
twice at American Academy of Pediatrics, Ntl Conference & Exhibition, Washington Convention Ctr, DC
Eye Examination for the Pediatrician Ophthalmoscopy Workshop
three times at American Academy of Pediatrics, Practical Pediatrics Course, St Petersburg, FL
Grand Rounds, Interesting Cases in Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus
Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel, Ophthalmology's 37th Continuing Ed Prgm, SF, CA
Anatomy and Physiology for the Ophthalmic Technician
Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel, Ophthalmology's 37th Continuing Ed Prgm, SF, CA
Strabismus
Illinois Eye Center, Lunch and Learn, Peoria, Illinois
Little Eyes, Not Little Problems: A Potpourri of Pediatric Ophthalmology
Illinois Chapter of American Academy of Pediatrics Annual Educational Conference, Lisle, IL
Understanding Strabismus and Amblyopia
Resident's Noon Conference, Dept. of Family Medicine, U of Illinois College of Medicine, Peoria, IL
Little Eyes, Not Little Problems: Common Pediatric Ophthalmic Conditions
Resident's Noon Conference, Dept. of Pediatrics, U of Illinois College of Medicine, Peoria, IL
Intravitreal bevacizumab (Avastin™) injections versus conventional laser surgery for vision-threatening retinopathy of prematurity: a prospective, randomized, non-blin...
Pediatric Grand Rounds, Dept. of Pediatrics, U of IL, College of Medicine, Peoria, OSF St Francis Me
Grand Rounds, Interesting Cases in Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus
Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology's Annual Continuing Ed Prgm, Atlanta
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Other

Conjunctivitis Across the Pediatric Spectrum
Lichtenstein SJ, Medscape
http://cme.medscape.com/viewarticle/725007
The Diagnosis and Treatment of Bacterial Conjunctivitis in Pediatric Patients
Lichtenstein SJ, Medscape
http://www.medscape.com/viewprogram/14737
The Red Eye
Lichtenstein SJ
Audio Digest
Ocular Infections in Children. Best Practices in Diagnosis and Treatment
Lichtenstein SJ, Gigliotti F, Gross RD, Hwang DG
Monograph
Look into the Eyes of a Child. Ocular Infections in Children. New Developments in Fluoroquinolones
Lichtensstein SJ, Gross RD, Hwang DG, Pichichero ME
Monograph
New Advances in Fluoroquinolones
Lichtenstein SJ, Granet DB, Gross RD, Katz HR
Monograph
Ocular Infections. A Closer Look at Causes and New Treatments
Lichtenstein SJ, Granet DB, Gross RD
Monograph
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Committees

Board of Directors, Director-at-Large, International Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (IJCAHPO) 2017 - Present
Medical Director of Pediatric Ophthalmology, Children's Hospital of Illinois, Peoria, IL 2011 - Present
Commissioner Representing The American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus, Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology 2016 - 2017
Secretary/Treasurer, Peoria Medical Society Foundation 2011 - 2012
Vice President, Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology Foundation 2009 - 2015
Member, Illinois State Medical State Medical Society, Committee on Drugs and Therapeutics 2009 - 2013
Delegate, Illinois State Medical Society House of Delegates 2009 - 2013
Board Member, Illinois Society for the Prevention of Blindness 2009 - 2011
President, Peoria Medical Society 2009 - 2010
Member, Website Committee, American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus 2006 - 2011
Member, Ophtalmic Technology Assessment committee Pediatric Ophthalmology/Strabismus Panel, American Academy of Ophthalmology 2006 - 2010
Member, Council on Membership and Advocacy, Illinois State Medical Society 2006 - 2009
Board Member, Joint Commission for Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology Foundation 2005 - 2009
Immediate Past Chair, America Academy of Pediatrics, Section on Ophthalmology 2004 - 2006
Chair, Bylaws Committee, American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus 2003 - 2006

Professional Memberships

American Academy of Ophthalmology - AAO
Fellow
American College of Surgeons - ACS
Fellow
American Academy of Pediatrics - AAP
Fellow