Dr. Stephen Steinmetz, is the co-founder of Sauganash Family Eye Center. He is a native of the south side of Chicago. Dr. Steinmetz graduated with honors from Western Illinois University and received his Doctorate of Optometry degree from the Illinois College Optometry.
Lawrence Prange, lead Optician, brings to Sauganash Family Eye Center 40+ years of optical experience. Prior to joining Sauganash, Larry was the Executive Vice President of The Eye Boutique & Doctor’s Eye Clinic headquartered in Schaumburg, Illinois, and was responsible for the workings of the seven Eye Boutique stores located in the suburban Chicago area. He was also a District Manager in Wisconsin for Ipco Optical for several years.
He is a graduate of the Medical College of Wisconsin. After receiving his medical degree, he completed an internship at Cook County Hospital in Chicago followed by a residency in the department of ophthalmology. He is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and is a licensed physician and surgeon in Illinois and several other states.