Biography
Since 2020, Dr. Jeffrey Lewis has served as director of school engagement at Keplr Vison. He serves as the East Central Society president for the Illinois Optometric Association. Dr. Lewis is honored to be a keynote speaker, Contact Lens Expert, and has served as an academic consulting expert for Bausch & Lomb.
He comes from the East Coast and brings with him a wealth of knowledge. After graduating with his Doctor of Optometry, Dr. Lewis joined the All About Eyes team in Champaign, IL. Shortly after joining All About Eyes, Dr. Lewis became affiliated with the local Channel 3 News station, where he speaks on various topics related to ocular health. He is a regular guest throughout the year and helps educate the public on ocular disease prevention.
His passion for optometry has pushed him to provide the highest quality care possible for his community, as he believes the gift of sight should be cherished. To further his community outreach, Dr. Lewis currently mentors’ students in high school, undergraduate programs, and optometry programs. He aids in course selection, shadowing opportunities, and provides guidance in their next moves for their career. Dr. Lewis is regularly involved in philanthropic efforts, he helped facilitate a vision screening abroad in Egba, Nigeria.
He also is a board member for the Illinois Society for the Prevention of Blindness. Dr. Lewis was chosen to become part of the National Public Awareness Campaign, led by the Association of Schools and Colleges of Optometry. This campaign, called “Optometry Gives Me Life,” features three optometrists in the United States and serves to find star students to join the optometry profession.
While dedicated to his profession and continuing education, he always ensures time is made for his family and friends.
Education
Illinois College of Optometry — OD’12
LinkedIn
Dr. Jeffrey Lewis’s LinkedIn profile