Michael J. Katich, OD
low vision specialist
Michael J. Katich, OD
low vision specialist
Get to know Dr. Michael Katich
Michael Katich, OD has been offering low vision services through Eye Care Specialists since 1992. His extensive optometric training in primary eye care, vision therapy, and low vision services allow him to provide broader opportunities for many visually impaired patients. Dr. Michael Katich is skilled in prescribing low vision devices which allow patients to maximize the use of their remaining vision, enhancing their day to day activities. Through these devices, patients who may be legally blind or who have lost vision to macular degeneration, diabetes, or glaucoma can function more independently and safely.
Dr. Michael Katich travels from St. Louis every other Wednesday to see patients at our Cape Girardeau office.
In his spare time, Dr. Michael Katich enjoys spending time with his wife and children. He also shares his musical talents in the style of his Croatian and Serbian heritage!
DR. MICHAEL KATICH: EXPERIENCE
EXPERIENCE
EDUCATION
Externship
St. Louis Optometric Center:
Low Vision Clinic
St. Louis, Missouri
Externship
Kansas City Veterans Administration Medical Center:
Eye Victors Low Vision Clinic
Kansas City, Missouri
Graduate
University of Missouri – St. Louis
St. Louis, Missouri
Doctor of Optometry
Undergraduate
University of Missouri – St. Louis
St. Louis, Missouri
Bachelor of Arts–Chemistry
NOTABLE ACCOMPLISHMENTS
The only Doctor of Optometry between Memphis and St. Louis who has extensive experience in prescribing specialized Full Diameter Microscopi Lenses and Telescopic Lenses made-to-order from Designs for Vision in New York
Instrumental in the development of low vision and rehabilitation services in several areas of eastern Missouri and western Illinois
Recipient of the Crown Optical Optometrist of the Year award
Co-authored Environmental Effects on Contact Lens Wettability published in the Am. Journal of Optometry and Physiological Optics
Co-authored Parameter and Environmental Influences on Sessile Drop Contact Angle published in the Am. Journal of Optometry and Physiological Optics
Instrumental in the development of low vision and rehabilitation services in several areas of eastern Missouri and western Illinois.
