Dr. Tam Tran graduated cum laude from the Illinois College of Optometry (ICO) in 2021. He received his Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology from the University of California-Davis. He went on to join Stanford University to conduct research at the Carnegie Institution for Science, where he became fascinated with genetics and microbiology. He completed a second bachelor's degree in Clinical Science at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities.
Dr. Tran then worked at Mayo Clinic for four years in the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology. His time at Mayo Clinic ignited his passion for optometry, and he subsequently chose ICO to become an optometrist. While studying at ICO, Dr. Tran received many recognitions for his academic performance and leadership from the Gold Key International Optometric Honor Society, Tomb and Key Honor Society, and Beta Sigma Kappa Honor Society. His key awards include the ASCO Student Award in Clinical Ethics, the Cribb Leadership & Service Award, and the ICO Research Award. In addition, he actively volunteers in the optometric community, such as the Illinois Optometric Association, American Optometric Association, and Volunteer Optometric Services to Humanity.
Dr. Tran strongly believes in a patient-first philosophy. His clinical interests include contact lens fitting, primary/urgent eye care, and the management of complex ocular diseases, including cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and dry eyes. During his free time, Dr. Tran loves traveling, hiking, photography, and playing tennis.