Steven V.L. Brown, M.D., F.A.C.S.
Dr. Brown, founder of Chicago Glaucoma Consultants, is a board certified ophthalmologist of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) and a member of the Fellowship of American College of Surgeons. A Chicago Native and Harvard Trained glaucoma fellow, he has a long standing reputation as one of the foremost experts in Glaucoma and Cataract Care. A recipient of “Best Doctor” in 2006 and 2007 and “Top Doctor” in 2003 and 2001, Dr Brown is recognized by his peers for providing his patients with excellent care.
As a third generation ophthalmologist, Dr Brown followed in his late father and grandfather’s legacy. He received his Medical Degree from Rush Medical College in 1979, followed by a his residency in ophthalmology at the University of North Carolina in 1983. In 1984, he received a HEED Honorary Fellowship in glaucoma and anterior segment diseases at Harvard Medical School (Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary). Dr. Brown's expertise in cataracts and glaucoma is reflected by his growing list of publications, lectures and professional awards he has received as well as his teaching position as Associate Professor at Rush University Medical Center and Clinical Instructor at Northwestern University Medical School.
Dr Brown continues to blend academics and private practice. He is co-founder of the Chicago Glaucoma Society, past president of the American Eye Study Club and Harvard's Chandler-Grant Society. In 2006, he received the AAO’s Senior Honor Award and the LEO Award. Currently, he serves as a Committee Member of the Ophthalmic Mutual Insurance Company and an Examiner of the American Board of Ophthalmology.
