Aileen Antonio, MD
Associate Program Director/Neuro Ophthalmology
Fellowship
Neuro-Ophthalmology, Michigan State University
Medical School
University of the Philippines College of Medicine
Current Activities, Research, Subspecialty or Professional Interests
As the Associate Program Director for the Neurology Residency Program, Dr. Antonio developed the Resiliency and Humanism Curriculum that secured first place at the 2023 AAN Brainstorm and was showcased at the 2024 AAN Thrive webinar. Dr. Antonio integrates DEI principles into the residency program and leads grant-funded quality improvements projects, such as stroke and sleep apnea education for the Asian American and LatinX communities.
She received the Mercy Health Saint Mary's Neurology Residency Program 2022 Excellence in Teaching Award and the 2023 A.B. Baker Teaching Recognition Award from the American Academy of Neurology, and she also participated in the 2023 AAN Directors Mentorship Program. Dr. Antonio graduated from the 2022 AAN Emerging Leaders Program. She has contributed to the 2023 and 2024 AAN Wellness Hub and HeadTalks Workgroups, and is the Vice-Chair for the HeadTalks Workgroup for the upcoming 2025 Annual Meeting. Currently, she is the Chair of the Neuro-Ophthalmology and Neuro-Otology Section, having previously held the Vice Chair position from 2020 to 2022.
She has been active member of the Emerging Leaders Subcommittee since 2023. In addition to her roles, Dr. Antonio dedicates time and energy to the North American Neuro-Ophthalmology Society (NANOS), where she serves as NANOS’ Alternate Delegate for the American Medical Association and as NANOS’ advisor to the AMA RVU Utility Committee.
She is also on the Board of the West Michigan Asian American Association and plays a significant leadership role within her institution, sitting on the Board for the Trinity Health West Michigan Medical Group, serving as the Vice-Chair for the Trinity Health West Michigan Provider Engagement Committee, and acting as a Board Trustee for the Saint Mary’s Foundation.
Dr. Antonio is deeply passionate about physician advocacy. She serves on the AAN Brain Political Action Committee (PAC) and is a graduate of the AAN’s Palatucci Advocacy and Leadership Forum (PALF), where she also acted as a faculty adviser. As an active Michigan Delegate at the Neurology on the Hill and Neurology Off the Hill, she has been the Michigan State Captain since 2021 for Neurology on the Hill. She has also participated in various county and state medical advocacy events.
Residency
Ophthalmology Residency, University of the Philippines-Philippine General Hospital; Neurology Residency, Michigan State University-Sparrow Hospital
Teaching or Other Awards
2023 A.B. Baker Teaching Recognition Award, American Academy of Neurology; 2022 Excellence in Teaching Award, Mercy Health Saint Mary's Neurology Residency Program
Current Practice Location
Trinity Health Grand Rapids
Hobbies, Personal Interests, etc.
Reading, crafting, traveling, mommy-ger, fencing mom. Would love to get back to dance.
Why I chose to practice in Grand Rapids...
I choose to work for Trinity Health because of its inspiring culture. I am surrounded by hardworking, intelligent and compassionate colleagues who motivate me every day. The company's values align closely with my own, enabling me to deliver compassionate care while pursuing my passions. Michigan's stunning natural beauty offers a wide array of year-round outdoor activities, and Grand Rapids, though moderately sized, has the vibrance of a larger city, featuring musicals, ballet, ArtPrize, opera, and theater. It truly is the perfect blend of community and culture!
