Meet our professional Consultants
Dr. Stephen C Ume, MD/MS is a Board-Certified Ophthalmologist and Diplomate of the American Board of Ophthalmology. He is also a Diplomate of the International Society of Refractive Surgery of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Ume is a Comprehensive Ophthalmologist with fellowship training in medical and surgical management of glaucoma. He has dedicated numerous years of medical school, residency, fellowship and post-fellowship training to research and education in eye disease.
Dr. Ume graduated in the College Honors Program at University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) with a Bachelor of Science degree in Microbiology and Molecular Genetics. He attended University of Michigan College of Pharmacy in Ann Arbor, Michigan, on Dean’s Scholarship before transferring to Rosalind Franklin University School of Medicine in Chicago, Illinois.
At Rosalind Franklin University School of Medicine, Dr. Ume graduated with a master’s degree in applied physiology and additional joint Doctor of Medicine and master’s degree in pathology. He graduated Medical School an Alpha Omega Alpha Honors Scholar. Alpha Omega Alpha Society is the only academic Honors Medical Society in United States medical schools and is a lifelong honor bestowed on top graduating medical students who demonstrate the characteristics of excellent Physicians.
Dr. Ume continued his ophthalmology training at Henry Ford Hospitals in Michigan and clinical glaucoma fellowship training at the prestigious Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, University of Miami College of Medicine. Bascom Palmer Eye Institute is consistently rated the #1 Ophthalmology training program in the United States
Dr Ume and Gwinnett Ophthalmology are deeply committed to making a positive difference in enhancing eye care both in the United States and abroad. He serves in the UCLA Alumni mentorship program and serves as a Preceptor with Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Ume has participated in numerous medical volunteer missions to combat preventable eye diseases abroad. He established and currently oversees 2 eye care centers dedicated to training and mentoring young Eye Care Professionals in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Dr. Ume is a devout Christian. In his free time, he loves to spend time with his family, attend church activities and travel. He lives with his family in Buford, Georgia.
Publications and Presentations
Scanning Laser Polarimetry with Enhanced Corneal Compensation and Optical Coherence Tomography in Normal and Glaucomatous Eyes. Mitra Sehi, Stephen Ume, David S. Greenfield, and Advanced Imaging in Glaucoma Study Group. IOVS 2007 48: 2099-2104.
Structural Assessments Using Scanning Laser Polarimetry with Enhanced Corneal Compensation, Optical Coherence Tomography, and Heidelberg Retina Tomography in Normal and Glaucomatous Eyes. Stephen Ume, Mitra Sehi, David Greenfield. ARVO annual meeting, Ft Lauderdale, FL. 2006
Angiotensin II and Diabetic Retinal Leukostasis. Ping Chen, Stephen Ume, et al. Am. Soc. for Invest. Pathol. San Diego, CA 2003
Honors, Awards and Achievements
• Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) Honors, Chicago Medical School, 2001
• Dean’s Award for Academics/ Community Service, Chicago Medical School, 2001
• Lakewood Medical Center Foundation Scholarship, 1998-2000
• Internal Medicine Interest Group Award of Excellence, 1999
• Honors Award, Pathology, Chicago Medical School, 1999
• California State House of Assembly Certificate of Recognition in Medicine, 1998
• Pediatric Research and The American Pediatric Society Fellowship, 1998
• The Chicago Medical School Summer Research Fellowship, 1998
• Dean’s Academic Achievement Award, University of Michigan College of Pharmacy, 1995
• Golden Key and Alpha gamma Sigma National Honors Society
Public Service
• Glaucoma Consultant, Care for Sight Foundation, Erode, India, May 2009
• Principal Ophthalmologist, Goodwill and Mercy Foundation medical mission to Nigeria, 2004
• Participant, The United States Congressional Glaucoma Caucus Foundation community eye screenings, Michigan, 2004
• Instructor, Diabetic Ocular Complications Workshop, Henry Ford Health Systems, 2004
• Participant, glaucoma screening, African American Initiative for Male Health Improvement, Henry Ford Health Systems, Michigan, 1991-2001
• Keynote Speaker, Nigeria Optometric Associations (National, Lagos Branch), 2010, 2011
• Consultant Ophthalmologist and Surgeon, various outreach eye camps, Nigeria
Organizations/ Affiliations
• American Academy of Ophthalmology
• American Medical Association
• American Society of Refractive and Cataract Surgeons
• Florida Ophthalmology Society
Dr. Ikechukwu Kane is a licensed Optometrist dedicated to providing exceptional eye care for patients of all ages. With a strong focus on preventive care and early detection, With a career spanning over ten years, Dr. Kane has developed expertise in a broad spectrum of optometric services, including:
- Comprehensive adult and pediatric eye examinations
- Diagnosis and management of ocular diseases such as glaucoma, cataracts, and diabetic retinopathy
- Pre- and post-operative care for cataract and refractive surgery patients
Believing that clear vision is essential for a fulfilling life, Dr. Kane takes the time to understand each patient’s unique needs and provides personalized solutions with a warm and approachable demeanour.
Licensed Eye specialist(od, mph)- University of Benin Nigeria 2012.
Trained in the following fields:
- Myopia control
- Anterior segment diseases (Keratoconus, corneal diseases and irregularities)
- Rigid and soft contact lens practice
- orthokeratology for myopia management.
- Low vision and posterior segment diseases.
- Primary and general eye care.
- Clinical and evidence-based research.
Dr Iriele.(OD,CIPM,GOSHA). is a registered and licensed Professional Optometrist who earned her professional Degree from the renowned Madonna University Elele campus, River state. She’s from Orlu local govt.area of Imo state and from a God fearing home.
Dr Iriele is one of the Optometrists working at Florida Eye Clinic and managing the branch at Minna Niger state for the past 6 years. She has over 10 years of experience working as a professional Optometrist, working to eliminate avoidable blindness in Nigeria.
She holds several Personal Development certificates course/training like, Project management (CIPM), Human Resource Management (HRM) and safety supervisor officer and leadership (OSHA).
She is currently completing her master’s program in Clinical Optometry.
She has worked with several Eye foundations and NGOs to fight against preventable blindness and has also volunteered in free Eye care outreaches, the likes of Special Olympics and Malaria Consult. She’s passionate about quality delivery of affordable and accessible eye health care.
She is meticulous, innovative, Team leadership and easily connects with others. She drives Joy in her patients satisfaction after every clinical visit/consultations.