Get to Know Lasik Vision Centers of Cleveland’s Staff
At Lasik Vision Centers of Cleveland, the comfort and safety of our patients are our top priorities. Our team, led by Dr. Greg Eippert, one of Ohio’s leading LASIK surgeons, includes some of the most talented and experienced professionals in refractive eye care, ensuring our patients can feel comfortable knowing they’re in good hands.
Get to know our full team below and reach out to our clinic to book a free consultation where you can meet our staff and have a customized vision correction plan recommended to you based on your visual needs.
Each member of our team shares the goal of providing unparalleled patient care and support.
Jacquelyn Kuta, OD
Optometrist
Dr. Kuta graduated from the Illinois College of Optometry in 2016 and moved to Cleveland to complete her residency in Ocular Disease at the Cleveland VAMC. Dr. Kuta and the Lasik Vision Centers of Cleveland team are here to help you determine if LASIK vision correction is right for you and will be with you through the LASIK process. When she is not in clinic, she enjoys everything Cleveland has to offer especially the Metroparks and Playhouse Square; as well as spending time with her husband and taking care of their two pet tortoises, Ferdinand and Bernadette.
Jim Principi
Director of Operations
Jim has been working in the vision industry for more than twenty years. As a professional optician, Jim is currently the Director of Operations for Lasik Vision Centers of Cleveland. In addition to operating the state-of-the-art lasers at our center, he uses his clinical and managerial skills to make sure that patient care is exemplary. When Jim is not working, he enjoys playing guitar and spending time with his family.
Annie Kneeland
Office Manager
Annie was hired as Lasik Vision Centers of Cleveland's first employee in 2012. Her years of service have resulted in taking on the Office Manager role in 2017. When she's not working, Annie enjoys spending quality time with friends, husband, and daughter. She also enjoys fine dining and fitness.
Stephenie Heneghan
Certified ParaOptometric Assistant
Stephanie, a Certified ParaOptometric Assistant, came to Lasik Vision Centers of Cleveland with an extensive background in Optometry and Ophthalmology. She also achieved her Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences in 2018. Stephanie's role includes conducting LASIK consultations as well as surgery preparation. When not at Lasik Vision Centers of Cleveland, Stephanie enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter.
Kim Stegenga
Surgical Technician
Kim has a dual role at Lasik Vision Centers of Cleveland as a Surgical Technician and Liaison to our referring network of Optometrists. With over 20 years in the ocular field, Kim provides advanced skill in and out of the surgery suite. When she's not at Lasik Vision Centers of Cleveland or "on the road", Kim enjoys attending Cleveland sports events.
Katie Cooley
LASIK Technician
Katie is the first face patients see when visiting Lasik Vision Centers of Cleveland. Her background is in Optometry and her role at Lasik Vision Centers of Cleveland is LASIK Technician. Her responsibilities include conducting LASIK consultations and patient data maintenance. When she's not working, Katie enjoys spending time with her daughter.
Don’t wait to get on the path to clearer vision
Get to know Lasik Vision Centers of Cleveland’s staff in person and learn more about your vision correction options by scheduling a free, initial consultation.