Scheiman, Mitchell

Professor, Pennsylvania College of Optometry

mscheiman@salus.edu

Education:

• BS, OD, New England College of Optometry
• PhD, Biomedicine, Salus University 

Role at Salus University:

• Director, Graduate Programs, Biomedicine 
• Dean of Research

Clinical Speciality:

• Optometry

Professional Activities / Recognition / Awards:

• 2023 Inducted in AOA National Optometry Hall of Fame. Recognizes and honors doctors of optometry who have made significant and enduring contributions to the optometric profession
• 2022 Inducted in American Academy of Optometry Hall of Fame
• 2018 Neuro-Optometric Rehabilitation Association - The Advancement of Sciences Award. The Advancement of Sciences Award is presented to the individual, group, agency or organization that has provided a unique and valued contribution to the science of neuro-optometric rehabilitation. It may include but not be limited to clinical investigation, scientific discovery, public awareness, publication or research
• 2017 Glenn A, Fry Award, American Academy of Optometry Foundation: The Glenn A. Fry Lecture Award is given annually to a distinguished scientist or clinician scientist in recognition of the quality, significance, impact, and relevance to optometry of his or her current research contributions.
• 2017 The American Public Health Association awarded the American Optometric Association Evidence Based Optometry Committee – Pediatric Eye and Vision Examination the Outstanding Scientific Project Award for their contribution to the advancement of eye and vision care in public health in November 2017. Dr. Scheiman served as Patient Stake Holder on the American Optometric Association Evidence Based Optometry Committee – Pediatric Eye and Vision Examination
• 2015 Dr. Jerry P. Davidoff Vision Care Award - American Optometric Association (AOA) Vision Rehabilitation Section (VRS) Council
• 2015 Distinguished SUNY Resident Alumni Award
• 2012 Heart of America Contact Lens Society Vision Service Award presented annually to an individual or group who exhibits extraordinary dedication and untiring service to the profession of Optometry2011 Woodruff Distinguished Lecture Series - School of Optometry, University of Waterloo
• 2010 2nd Annual Jeffery and Joyce Meyers Lectureship Series at Ohio State University, Columbus, OH (Award to a guest speaker from outside Ohio State with special expertise across the domains of optometry and vision science)
• 2010 University of Alabama, Birmingham, School of Optometry, Springer lecturer (Award given to a person who has distinguished himself in ophthalmic research)
• 2010 Dr. & Mrs. Dominick M. Maino Visiting Professor, Illinois College of Optometry (Award given to nationally recognized experts in the fields of pediatric optometry/ophthalmology, special education, occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech and language therapy, binocular vision, vision and learning, and/or special populations).
• 2010 New England College of Optometry Behavioral Vision Optometry Scholar in Residence, (Award given to an internationally recognized expert in Behavioral Vision).
• 2005 Plenary Session Speaker: American Academy of Optometry Annual meeting San Diego, CA
• 2002 Skeffington Award for Excellence in Writing. COVD Annual Conference

Professional Certifications

• Diplomate In Binocular Vision, Pediatric and Vision Perception from the American Academy of Optometry
• Board Certified in Vision Therapy, FCOVD

Completed Research Activities:

• Study Chair: CITT-ART: Convergence Insufficiency Reading and Attention Treatment Trial (CITT) NEI funded, May 2014 – April 2019
• Co-Protocol Chair: Convergence Insufficiency Treatment Study (CITS) 2012-present
• Study Chair: Convergence Insufficiency Treatment Trial (CITT) NEI sponsored, October 2004 – September 2008
• Principal Investigator: Base In – CITT Study, Lions sponsored, October 2003-September 2004
• Principal Investigator: Correction of Myopia Evaluation Trial (COMET II), NEI sponsored 4-year grant,  March 2003-March 2007
• Study Chair and PI: Convergence Insufficiency Treatment Trial Pilot Study (CITT), NEI sponsored, November 2000-October 2002
• Co-Principal Investigator : Amblyopia Treatment Studies, NEI sponsored, March 2001 – Present
• Principal Investigator, Correction of Myopia Evaluation Trial (COMET), NEI sponsored 5-year grant,  March 1997-ongoing 

Current Research Activities:

• Investigator - NEI- R01EY023261-06/ Functional Mechanism of Neural Control in Post-Concussion Convergence Insufficiency 10/01/2021- 9.30. 2026
• Investigator - NEI -R34EY030582 - Vision disorders in adolescents following concussion.
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