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Dr. Utang Ekpo

Resident Optometrist

optometrist Danville, IL Veterans Health Care System Of The Ozarks: Gene Taylor Community-Based Out-Patient Center

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Overview

Level

Staff

Function

Healthcare

Tenure

11 years at Veterans Health Care System Of The Ozarks: Gene Taylor Community-Based Out-Patient Center

Connections

400

Position in HealthTal Database

12,945 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the optometrist specialty. Utang Ekpo is one of them.
475 optometrists are based in IL (out of 48,672 total healthcare contacts in that state).
Typical optometrist compensation in IL: $95,000 – $175,000 (median $131,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
Top employers of optometrists in IL: Lenscrafters (25), Sole Proprietor (15), Pearle Vision (12).
10% of optometrists in IL hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
78% of optometrists in IL have verified education credentials on file.

Data refreshed May 2026.

Public records & verifications

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Education

Kennesaw State University

2005

Georgia Institute Of Technology

Bachelors

2008

Illinois College Of Optometry

Doctorates

2015

Skills

Leadership Low Vision Exam Public Speaking Data Entry Curriculum Design Slit Lamp Exam Event Planning Teaching Optometry Diagnosing Contact Lenses Prescribing Spectacles Refraction Microsoft Office Patient Education Giving Presentations Connecting People Tutoring Customer Service Vision Therapy People Skills Lensometry

Professional Overview

Dr. Utang Ekpo is a Resident Optometrist, currently affiliated with Veterans Health Care System Of The Ozarks: Gene Taylor Community-Based Out-Patient Center, based in Danville, IL. As a optometrist, Dr. Ekpo contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Danville, IL. They have been with Veterans Health Care System Of The Ozarks: Gene Taylor Community-Based Out-Patient Center for 11 years. Dr. Ekpo holds academic credentials, including Bachelors and Doctorates, from Kennesaw State University and Georgia Institute Of Technology. Core competencies include Leadership, Low Vision Exam, Public Speaking, Data Entry, Curriculum Design. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit optometrist professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to optometrist specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Danville, IL healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Utang Ekpo located?

Dr. Utang Ekpo is based in Danville, IL. They are currently affiliated with Veterans Health Care System Of The Ozarks: Gene Taylor Community-Based Out-Patient Center.

What is Dr. Utang Ekpo's specialty?

Dr. Utang Ekpo specializes in optometrist. Their current role is Resident Optometrist.

Where does Dr. Utang Ekpo currently work?

Dr. Utang Ekpo currently works at Veterans Health Care System Of The Ozarks: Gene Taylor Community-Based Out-Patient Center. They have been there for 11 years.

What is Dr. Utang Ekpo's educational background?

Dr. Utang Ekpo attended Kennesaw State University and Georgia Institute Of Technology.

How do I contact Dr. Utang Ekpo for recruiting?

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How do I recruit a optometrist?

Recruiting optometrists typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for optometrists across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.

What is the average salary for a optometrist in IL?

optometrists in IL typically earn $95,000 to $175,000 annually, with a median of $131,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.