JANAE KADLEC, OD
Contact Lens Specialist, Diagnosis and Treatment of Eye Disease
Dr. Kadlec earned her Bachelor of Science degree in biology and chemistry from Southeast Missouri State University, where she belonged to the Beta Beta Beta National Honor Society. Later she obtained her doctorate with honors from the University of Missouri-St. Louis College of Optometry. Dr. Kadlec is also a long-standing member of the St. Louis Optometric Society.
She enjoys volunteering as a mentor to young women seeking careers in STEM fields through a program sponsored by Microsoft and the St. Louis Science Center. In addition, several magazines and other publications have sought her expertise on articles pertaining to the eye.
Dr. Kadlec specializes in comprehensive eye examinations for children and adults, and takes pride in providing a personalized approach to each patient's eye care. She has extensive experience in the diagnosis and management of ocular disease and has received recognition for her skills in contact lens fitting.
Dr. Kadlec has a special interest in co-managing LASIK surgery and providing pre-operative consultation to patients considering LASER Vision Correction.
Matthew council, MD
Cornea Specialist and Cataract Surgeon
Dr. Council earned his undergraduate degree in Forensic Science at the University of Mississippi and received his medical degree from Washington University School of Medicine. He interned at St. John’s Mercy Medical Center and, in 2008, he completed his residency at Washington University Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences. Dr. Council stayed with the Department an additional year to complete a clinical fellowship in Cornea and External Disease.
Dr. Council has a special interest in corneal infections and cancers of the ocular surface. A skilled surgeon, he performs complex corneal procedures, including transplants. Prior to joining our practice, he was an Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at St. Louis University School of Medicine where, in 2017, he was awarded "Teacher of the Year."
Dr. Council is a past president of the St. Louis Ophthalmological Society and has been Board Certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology since 2010. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, a member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, and a member of the Missouri Society of Eye Physicians and Surgeons.
