An estimated 61 million adults in the United States are at risk for serious vision loss, but only half visited an eye doctor in the last 12 months.
– Centers for Disease Control
Meet Our Doctors
Our talented team of highly trained doctors are absolutely committed to providing the highest standard of eyecare available. From protecting the health of your eyes, to ensuring the best vision possible, our doctors deliver the care you and your eyes deserve.

Garth Christenson, O.D.
About Dr. Christenson
Dr. Christenson grew up in Hudson, Wisconsin, and always had a desire to serve the people in his community. The opportunity to help solve people’s vision problems attracted him to the field of optometry. Dr. Christenson says one of the highlights of his daily routine includes the interaction he has with his patients and staff in the practice.
When Dr. Christenson is not treating patients, he enjoys going on outings with his wife, and playing with their dog, Lambeau, and cat, Oliver. While he used to enjoy playing football, he is now strictly relegated to being a spectator. In addition, he is also working toward his Master of Science in Computer Science.

Micki Flynn, O.D.
About Dr. Micki Flynn
Dr. Flynn’s interest in becoming an optometrist began after working in a college research lab that was measuring visual recovery in stroke patients. During this time, she realized just how amazing the visual system is. Dr. Flynn particularly enjoys meeting and getting to know her patients and their families. Helping children with their vision problems become more successful by improving their eyesight and visual skills is a high priority for her.
In her free time away from the office, Dr. Flynn loves spending time with her husband and their son. She also stays active by hiking, skiing, and practicing yoga.

Griffin Christenson, O.D.
About Dr. Christenson
Dr. Christenson grew up in Hudson, Wisconsin, and always had a desire to serve the people in his community. The opportunity to help solve people’s vision problems attracted him to the field of optometry. Dr. Christenson says one of the highlights of his daily routine includes the interaction he has with his patients and staff in the practice.
When Dr. Christenson is not treating patients, he enjoys going on outings with his wife, and playing with their dog, Lambeau, and cat, Oliver. While he used to enjoy playing football, he is now strictly relegated to being a spectator. In addition, he is also working toward his Master of Science in Computer Science.

Jennifer Jacobson Turcott, O.D.
About Dr. Jacobson
Jennifer Jacobson Turcott, O.D. received her Doctor of Optometry from the New England College of Optometry in Boston, Massachusetts, in 1994, and earned her Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry from St. Olaf College.
Dr. Turcott is proud to have followed in the footsteps of both her grandfather, Ray, and her father, Lee, to become a third-generation optometrist. She recognizes the importance of caring for multi-generational families and providing each patient with quality eye care.
Dr. Turcott says, “Seeing patients of all ages and backgrounds has instilled me with a sensitivity to special-needs patients, such as children and the vision impaired.” She especially values the trust her patients put in her as their eye care professional.
When Dr. Turcott is not in the office treating patients, she enjoys spending time with her husband and their two grown sons. She also likes to read and stay active by hiking and skiing.

Jim Kivlin, O.D.
About Dr. Kivlin
Dr. Kivlin is also a certified health coach with an emphasis on nutrition. He strongly believes in nutritional intervention to slow down and prevent eye disease, understanding the nutritional connection to healthy vision.
As a result of wearing glasses at a young age, he was always fascinated with understanding how the eyes worked, which led him to choose a career in optometry. Dr. Kivlin has been practicing optometry since 1976, and says that the most rewarding part of being an optometrist is being able to help people see better.
When Dr. Kivlin is not treating patients, he enjoys traveling and playing golf in his free time.

Doug Monette, O.D.
About Dr. Monette
Douglas Monette, O.D. received his Doctor of Optometry from Nova Southeastern University in Davie, Florida, in 1998. He holds a Master of Business Administration from Cardinal Stritch University in Milwaukee, and he earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology and Chemistry from Minnesota State University in Mankato.
Dr. Monette is a member of the American Optometric Association and the Wisconsin Optometric Association, and specializes in the fields of scleral contact lenses and low vision aids.
Dr. Monette’s early volunteer experience, as well as a mentor’s recommendation, led him to choose a career in optometry. He says he especially likes the pleasant work environment and having a manageable work-life balance. Dr. Monette is a military veteran with 26 years of service in the United States Navy, and he values serving the vision care needs of the community.
In his free time away from the office, Dr. Monette enjoys working outdoors and has an interest in all types of motorsports.
David Hammes, O.D.
About Dr. Hammes
David Hammes, O.D. received his Doctor of Optometry from the Illinois College of Optometry in 2004 and earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from Saint Louis University.
Dr. Hammes has been practicing optometry since 2004 and specializes in specialty contacts and the management and treatment of dry eye. As a second-generation optometrist, he has always had the desire to help people maintain their most precious sense – their eyesight. Dr. Hammes believes that helping the people in his community is one of the most rewarding experiences of being an optometrist.
When Dr. Hammes is away from the office, he enjoys spending time with his wife and two children. He also likes to stay active and enjoys traveling, skiing, biking, and playing golf.

Cortney Birschbach, O.D.
About Dr. Birschbach
Dr. Birschbach had vision problems and always wanted to help others see better. A career in optometry also provides her with a good work-life balance while allowing her to positively impact her patients’ lives like someone did for her. She finds that each day is a new challenge and never the same, and she truly enjoys the relationships she builds with her patients.
In her spare time away from the office, Dr. Birschbach loves spending time with her husband and their son, traveling, being outdoors, and playing volleyball.

Jessica Kulick, O.D.
About Dr. Kulick
Dr. Kulick’s decision to pursue a career in optometry offers her one of the most direct ways to help patients in their everyday lives while maintaining a normal work-life balance. She also appreciates building meaningful relationships with her patients and growing up with them as they mature.
In her free time away from the office, Dr. Kulick loves playing with her son, bowling, camping, and going on cruises.

Grant Lepley, O.D.
About Dr. Lepley
Grant Lepley, O.D. received his Doctor of Optometry from the Illinois College of Optometry in 2013 and earned a Bachelor of Science at the University of Mount Union.
As a child growing up, Dr. Lepley had eye problems and developed a close relationship with his eye doctor. His positive experience helped him to decide to pursue a career in optometry. He provides comprehensive eye care to patients of all ages and is a provider for InfantSEE. This nationwide program provides the youngest patients with their first eye exam free of charge to ensure they have healthy eyes and are developing normally.
When Dr. Lepley is not treating patients, he loves spending time with his wife and their three children. He also likes to stay active by skiing and playing golf.