OUR Algonquin OPTOMETRIC TEAM AND STAFF
We offer a full range of eye health services to clients of all ages - all with personalized attention and a smile. In our eye care office, every patient is treated warmly. Individualized attention is the foundation of our care, to ensure that your eyes remain healthy. We're dedicated to optimizing your vision!
Meet The Eye Doctors At Atkinson Eye Care
Dr. Jay Patel’s interest in optometry began at a young age, his ambitious journey already starting when he attended Willowbrook High School in Villa Park, Illinois. Born in Nairobi, Kenya, Dr. Patel received his B.S. in health science from Benedictine University in Lisle Illinois in 2014. He then went on...
When Dr. Elizabeth Atkinson first donned a pair of glasses at the age of 8, her life was forever changed. Suddenly, she could see the board in school for the first time in her life, and her grades improved. She instantly knew that she wanted to be an optometrist when...
Dr. William Atkinson found a passion for the sciences when he was attending Pleasant Plains High School, and began to search for ways he could help people using biology, chemistry, and physics. He landed on optometry, a field in which he remains excited to come to work every day. Dr....
Kim has been with Atkinson Eye Care team since 2011. She is knowledgeable in all areas of the optical field including patient care, insurance and medical billing, and all aspects of eyeglasses frame and lenses. While usually working behind the scenes ensuring our office runs as smoothly and efficiently as...
Melissa Petry joined the Atkinson Eye Care team in 2017. She began her optical career in 2009. She works alongside the doctors in pretesting patients and scribing medical and ocular history into patient charts, as well as assisting with patient procedures, patient special testing, contact lenses, and surgical referral and...
Kira Berndt joined the Atkinson Eye Care team in 2018. Kira brings her outgoing personality and big smile to our patients. Kira works alongside the doctors in pretesting patients and scribing their medical and ocular history into patient charts. as well as assisting with patient procedures, patient special testing, contact lenses, and...
After receiving her formal education at Purdue University, Meg decided to follow her passion for helping people’s vision by becoming an optician. Meg’s warm and welcoming attitude, and expertise at assisting patients with their glasses selection will ensure that you are well taken care of during your visit with us....
Brandy has over 11 years of experience in the optical industry. She is fabulous with assisting with glasses selection and is knowledgeable about eyeglass frames, face shapes and skin coloring. She is up to date on the newest lens technology and is very skilled at selecting the correct lenses for your eyes, and...
Lexi joined the Atkinson Eye Care team in 2020. Lexi has worked in the medical field as a receptionist for Chiropractic care since 2019, but enjoys working in optical field much more. She enjoys greeting every patient with a smile and cheerful attitude, and she makes patients feel at home...
Klaesyn is a Pre-Optometry student studying at Ferris State University and is working on her Bachelor’s degree in Biology with a concentration in Pre-Optometry. She joined the Atkinson Eye Care team in 2019 and has found it a valuable experience learning private practice optometry. Klaesyn works alongside the doctors in pretesting patients and...
Sharon is a Pre-Physicians Assistant student at University of Illinois working toward a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology. Sharon works alongside the doctors in pretesting patients, taking case histories, special testing, and medical scribing. In her spare time Sharon is an accomplished Bharatanatyam dancer....
Cindy joined the Atkinson Eye Care team in 2020. She has an impressive 33 years of optical experience, and is knowledgeable in all aspects of patient care and optometric management. Cindy’s kind personality is professional, polite, and efficient ensuring a quality patient experience. In her spare time she enjoys time...
Jenna is one of the friendly faces at the front desk and is often the friendly voice you will hear on the phone when you call. Joining the Atkinson Eye Care team in 2021 after 8 years of customer service experience, Jenna is always ready to help with your questions...