Andrea Sewell
Andrea Sewell, OD, is the current Cornea and Contact Lens resident at the Michigan
College of Optometry. She completed her bachelor’s degree in Biology at the University
of Minnesota in 2007. She then pursued her Doctorate of Optometry at the Michigan
College of Optometry where she graduated with honors in 2012 and was awarded the Excellence
in Contact Lens Patient Care Award. Her rotations during her fourth year of optometry
school were at Cherry Street Health Services in Grand Rapids, MI, the Michigan College
of Optometry in Big Rapids, MI and the Aleda E. Lutz VA Medical Center in Saginaw,
MI. Throughout her optometric education she was involved in many student organizations
including the Michigan Optometric Student Association, the American Optometric Student
Association, the American Academy of Optometry and she was the president of the Fellowship
of Christian Optometrists. Following her residency Dr. Sewell would like to enter
private practice with a focus in specialty contact lenses. AndreaSewell@ferris.edu.
Shawn Andrus
Dr. Shawn Andrus is currently completing the Pediatric and Binocular Vision residency
at the Michigan College of Optometry. In 2007, he completed his bachelor’s degree
in Bioengineering at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City, UT. He graduated from
the Michigan College of Optometry in May 2012 with high distinction. Shawn completed
clinical rotations at the Michigan College of Optometry, the Aleda E. Lutz VA Medical
Center in Saginaw, MI, and at the Duane Waters Hospital in Jackson, MI. As a student
he was also involved with the Michigan Optometric Student Association and the American
Optometric Student Association. Upon completion of his residency, Dr. Andrus would
like to join a private practice with a focus on pediatric eye care. ShawnAndrus@ferris.edu
Janiece Mattice-Bober
Dr. Janice Mattice-Bober is currently completing the Primary Care residency at Henry
Ford Optim Eyes. She
graduated from Ferris State University with dual degrees in Biology and Psychology
in 2008 and Indiana University School of Optometry in Bloomington, IN in May 2012. Her
rotations were at OMNI Eye Services in Atlanta, GA, LASIK Pro in Orlando, FL, North
Suburban Vision Consultants in Deerfield, IL, and at Indiana University. As a student,
she was involved with AOA, AOSA, Indiana University Optometry Student Association,
and the IU Private Practice Club. She was an Associate Instructor for the Clinical
Science IV course as well as for the Ophthalmic Procedures I and II courses. During
Optometry school, she also earned real world experience working for a corporate location
as well as a private practice office. jmattice@optimeyes.com
Jill Liechty
Dr. Jill Liechty is currently completing the Ocular Disease and Primary Care residency
at the VA Northern Indiana Health Care System (NIHCS) in Fort Wayne, Indiana. In 2008,
she graduated with distinction from Indiana University with a degree in Psychology.
Following completion of internships at the Indianapolis Eye Care Center, Eye Surgeons
of Indiana referral center and the Bowersox Vision Center, she graduated with honors
from the Indiana University School of Optometry in May of 2012. While in optometry
school, Dr. Liechty served as the president of Gold Key International Optometric Honor
Society, was an Associate Instructor for the Geometric and Visual Optics Course and
was involved in several professional organizations including VOSH, COVD, AOA and AOSA.
Dr. Liechty participated in the AOA Advocacy Conferences in Washington D.C. and authored
an article on optometric advocacy efforts that was featured in the magazine Foresight.
Additionally, she served as an AOSA Trustee and a National Student Delegate to the
AOA House of Delegates. Dr. Liechty also received several awards and grants, including
the IU School of Optometry Dean's Research Scholar grant and the AAO's Carl Zeiss
Vision Fellowship award. As a Dean's Research Scholar, she planned, designed and implemented
a dry eye research project in collaboration with her research advisor, Dr. Carolyn
Begley. In 2010, she presented the results of her research at the annual AAO meeting.
Dr. Liechty enjoys community service activities and has taken part in numerous activities
involving the Special Olympics and the Indiana Multiple Sclerosis Society. Dr. Liechty
is currently a member of the AOA, IOA, and Beta Sigma Kappa. She is very excited to
advance her clinical skills and knowledge and hopes to pursue fellowship in the American
Academy of Optometry.
Zach Roth
Dr. Zach Roth is currently completing the Ocular Disease and Primary Care residency
at the VA Northern Indiana Health Care System (NIHCS) in Fort Wayne, Indiana. In 2008,
he graduated with distinction from Indiana University with a degree in Biology. Following
completion of internships at the Indianapolis Eye Care Center, VA Hudson Valley Health
Care System and NIHCS, he graduated from the Indiana University School of Optometry
in May of 2012. While in optometry school, Dr. Roth was active in a number of professional
organizations including the AOA, AOSA, Indiana Optometric Association, Indiana University
Optometry Student Association, the IU Private Practice Club and VOSH. He also served
as an Associate Instructor for the Clinical Science I course and participated in a
variety of community service activities in support of Hoosier Hills Food Bank, Boys
and Girls Club and Habitat for Humanity. He is currently a member of Beta Sigma Kappa.
Dr. Roth is looking forward to the opportunity to precept optometry students during
this year, and he hopes to practice optometry in the Fort Wayne area following completion
of his residency. He states: "I am appreciate to have the opportunity to hone my
expertise in a positive learning environment here at the VA Hospital."
Kevin Vanden Bosch
Dr. Vanden Bosch is currently completing the Ocular Disease residency at TLC Eye Care
of Michigan. He grew up in Grandville, Michigan where he graduated from Calvin Christian
High School. He then attended Hope College where he earned a degree in Chemistry.
He was a member of the Hope College football team where he was a 4-year starter and
a senior captain. He graduated from the Indiana University School of Optometry in
May, 2012. His rotations were at Eye Care Consultants in Evansville, IN, Northern
Indiana VA in Fort Wayne, IN, Indianapolis Eye Care Center, and at Indiana University.
While in optometry school, Dr. Vanden Bosch was an active member of the AOA, AOSA,
Indiana Optometric Association, Indiana University Optometry Student Association,
the IU Private Practice Club and VOSH. He was an Associate Instructor for the Clinical Science II, III, and IV courses.
He has been married for 3 years to his wife Eden. He is currently a member of the
AOA, IOA, and Beta Sigma Kappa. He wanted to complete a residency in ocular disease because he loves
what medical optometry has to offer for the future of the profession of optometry.
He hopes to stay in the state of Michigan after completion of his year of residency
in either a private practice setting or an MD/OD practice. kbvanden@umail.iu.edu
Brian Dornbos
Brian Dornbos, OD, is currently completing the Ocular Disease residency at the Battle
Creek VA Medical Center. Dr. Dornbos completed his bachelor’s of vision science degree
at Ferris State University. He graduated with highest distinction from the Michigan
College of Optometry, where he was awarded the MCO Academic Recognition and Beta Sigma
Kappa Silver Metal awards. His fourth year rotations include the Garrett Eye Center
in Iron Mountain, MI, the Battle Creek VAMC, and the Michigan State University Neuroophthalmology
clinic in East Lansing, MI. During optometry school he was highly involved in student
organizations, including the Fellowship of Christian Optometrists, Student Volunteer
Optometric Services for Humanity, American Optometric Student Association, and Michigan
Optometric Student Association. Dr. Dornbos was former president of the Michigan Optometric
Student Association, and is currently a member of the Michigan Optometric Association
Public Relations Committee. He is involved with Special Olympics and is a member of
AOA, AAO, and MOA. Upon completion of residency, he is considering fellowship in neuro-optometric
rehabilitation, VA optometry, or private practice optometry. brian.dornbos.od@gmail.com
Donald Rademacher
Dr. Don Rademacher is currently completing the Ocular Disease residency at the Grand
Rapids VA Outpatient Clinic. Dr. Rademacher completed his bachelor’s of Biomedical
Sciences degree at Grand Valley State University with a minor in Chemistry. He graduated
with highest distinction from the Michigan College of Optometry in May 2012 and was
awarded the George N. Holcomb Memorial Scholarship. His fourth year rotations include
the Duane Waters Hospital in Jackson, MI, the Grand Rapids VA Outpatient Clinic, the
Michigan State University Neuro-ophthalmology clinic in East Lansing, MI and Holt
Eye Care in Holt, MI. During optometry school he was involved in student organizations,
including the Student Volunteer Optometric Services for Humanity, Michigan Optometric
Student Association and served as the trustee of the American Optometric Student Association.
Upon completion of residency, Dr. Rademacher would like to enter private practice
optometry with a focus on ocular disease or pursue VA optometry.
Nandini Lohithaswa
