Dr. Christine Zeifert
Dr. Christine (Martinson) Zeifert is a NBEO board certified optometrist who graduated cum laude from the Illinois College of Optometry in 2010, and is a member of Beta Sigma Kappa and Tomb & Key Honor societies. She received her bachelor of arts in biology from Augustana College in 2006. She is a member of the Illinois Optometric Association, American Optometric Association, College of Optometrists in Visual Development, and is also a provider for the InfantSEE program. InfantSEE is a program that provides a comprehensive eye exam to any child up to one year of age at no cost, in order to promote eye heath and ensure proper eye development. She is also a member of VOSH Illinois, volunteer optometric service to humanity, which provides eye care to people locally and worldwide.

She is dedicated to providing the highest level of care to her patients, and truly enjoys her profession. Her hobbies include running, basketball, and cooking.

Dr. Zeifert is from the northern suburbs of Chicago, and currently lives in the area with her husband and four children .

Dr. Roshni Patel
Dr. Patel excelled on the Dean's List Honor Program at Villanova University where she completed her bachelors of science, before completing her optometric education at Salus University in Pennsylvania.

She specializes in primary eye care, diabetic eye exams, and a variety of contact lens fittings including a special interest in myopia management and multifocal lenses.

Dr. Patel is also able to perform examinations in both Spanish and Gujarati. She values learning every day to provide the best care and guidance to her patients. In her spare time, she enjoys playing board games, doing pilates, and spending time with her husband.

Dr. Hillary Schweihs
Dr. Hillary Schweihs completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Kentucky earning a bachelor's of science in Human Nutrition and Dietetics.

She received her Doctorate of Optometry from Illinois College of Optometry in 2013, and completed a one year intensive residency in Primary Care and Ocular Disease.

She is a fellow of the American Academy of Optometry. She has a special interest in dry eyes and clinical research. She is excited to bring her skills and expertise to the patients at Zeifert Eye Care.

Dr. Susanna Fostiak
Dr. Susanna Fostiak is an experienced optometrist who graduated from the Illinois College of Optometry. She was in private practice in Evanston, Illinois for thirty one years.

She specializes in primary care, contact lens fitting, and nutritional eye health wellness. She brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to Zeifert Eye Care, and enjoys teaching patients about preventative eye health.

Dr. Fostiak is also fluent in Spanish and Italian

She is an avid runner and tennis player, and her personal interests include fitness and nutrition.

Dr. Albert Licup, FAAO
Dr. Albert (Al) Licup is a 2006 graduate of the Illinois College of Optometry. He received a Master of Business Administration from the University of Saint Mary and completed a Bachelor of Science in Education and Social Policy degree at Northwestern University.

He is a member of the Armed Forces Optometric Society and the American Optometric Association. Dr. Licup has experience working in different modalities of optometric practice including hospital, military and private practice settings.

He is committed to providing comprehensive eye care services to patients of Zeifert Eye Care.

Stefania, Office Manager
Stefania, with her Italian roots, brings a flair for fashion and passion for shopping to her meticulous work at Zeifert Eye Care.

She loves the work she does each day because she says she works for the best doctors. She loves helping them and patients to provide the best eye care possible. Stefania says being in the optical field is very rewarding, especially when you work with a great team. She takes her leadership role seriously and always does her best to succeed. Stefania also loves being part of a team that’s so dedicated to meeting and exceeding goals, especially when it comes to patient care.

Stefania says traveling and spending time with family make her the happiest. She’s also happily married with two sweet children, and they’re her world. She also has a German Shepherd dog “Tucker” who gets a lot of her time and love.