Russell S. Coates, OD, MEd
Assistant Dean of Student Affairs / Director of Outreach Programs / Associate Professor Administration, Faculty Email: coates@uiwtx.eduDr. Russell S. Coates is an Associate Professor at the University of the Incarnate Word Rosenberg School of Optometry. Dr. Coates grew up in Michigan and graduated from Central Michigan University with a bachelor's degree in computer information systems. He graduated from the State University of New York College of Optometry where he also completed a Family Practice/Ocular Disease Residency. His optometric interests include pediatrics, vision therapy and participating and coordinating optometric service learning/mission trips. He is married and has one daughter. His personal interests include tennis, music, reading and travel.