Dr. Christopher Wetzler

Managing Optometrist · Lenscrafters

optometrist Peoria, IL NPI on file?

Overview

Level
Staff
Tenure
4 years
since Jan 2022
Gender
Male

Experience

Managing OptometristCurrent
Lenscrafters
Since Jan 2022 · 4 years · Peoria, IL

Education

Illinois College Of Optometry
1997 – 2001
Illinois Central College
1991 – 1993
Bradley University
Bachelors
1993 – 1995

Skills

Contact Lenses Optometry Glaucoma Dry Eye Lenses Glasses Treatment Healthcare Macular Degeneration Eye Exams Sunglasses Ocular Disease Low Vision Eyewear Cataract Ophthalmology Cornea Cataract Surgery Refractive Surgery Diabetes Lasik Emr Vision Therapy Microsoft Office Diabetic Retinopathy Hipaa Laser Surgery Pediatric Ophthalmology Staff Supervision Medical Diagnostics Eye Surgery Retina Binocular Vision Refraction Optical Coherence Tomography Patient Education Ophthalmics Medical Retina Eyelid Surgery Latisse Orthokeratology Keratoconus Vision Care Strabismus Uveitis Prk Fundus Photography Allergy Infection Prescription

About Lenscrafters

Industry
Retail
Employees
5000+
Revenue
$1B+
Office Location
Peoria, IL

Professional Overview

Dr. Christopher Wetzler is a Managing Optometrist, currently affiliated with Lenscrafters, based in Peoria, IL. As a optometrist, Dr. Wetzler contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Peoria, IL. They have been with Lenscrafters for 4 years. Dr. Wetzler holds academic credentials, including Bachelors, from Illinois College Of Optometry and Illinois Central College. Core competencies include Contact Lenses, Optometry, Glaucoma, Dry Eye, Lenses. Lenscrafters operates in the Retail sector with a workforce of 5000+ employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit optometrist professionals can use HealthTal to access direct email addresses and personal phone numbers compiled from public LinkedIn profile data and public licensing data in the NPI registry. Direct outreach to optometrist specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Peoria, IL healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

Position in HealthTal Database

  • 12,945 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the optometrist specialty. Christopher Wetzler is one of them.
  • 475 optometrists are based in IL (out of 48,672 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 197 contacts at Lenscrafters are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical optometrist compensation in IL: $95,000 – $175,000 (median $131,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of optometrists in IL: Lenscrafters (25), Sole Proprietor (15), Pearle Vision (12).
  • 10% of optometrists in IL hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 78% of optometrists in IL have education credentials on file.

Data refreshed November 2026.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Christopher Wetzler located?

Dr. Christopher Wetzler is based in Peoria, IL. They are currently affiliated with Lenscrafters.

What is Dr. Christopher Wetzler's specialty?

Dr. Christopher Wetzler specializes in optometrist. Their current role is Managing Optometrist.

Where does Dr. Christopher Wetzler currently work?

Dr. Christopher Wetzler currently works at Lenscrafters. They have been there for 4 years.

What is Dr. Christopher Wetzler's educational background?

Dr. Christopher Wetzler attended Illinois College Of Optometry and Illinois Central College.

How do I contact Dr. Christopher Wetzler for recruiting?

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How do I recruit a optometrist?

Recruiting optometrists typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides contact data for optometrists across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.

What is the average salary for a optometrist in IL?

optometrists in IL typically earn $95,000 to $175,000 annually, with a median of $131,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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