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Dr. Karen Merkle

Optometrist

optometrist Milwaukee, WI Kind Optical
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
30 years at Kind Optical
Gender
Female
Connections
21
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 12,945 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the optometrist specialty. Karen Merkle is one of them.
  • 227 optometrists are based in WI (out of 28,699 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • Typical optometrist compensation in WI: $91,000 – $168,000 (median $126,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of optometrists in WI: Shopko (9), Shopko Optical (6), Sole Proprietor (6).
  • 16% of optometrists in WI hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 81% of optometrists in WI have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed June 2026.

Public records & verifications
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  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Skills
Healthcare Microsoft Office Customer Service
Professional Overview

Dr. Karen Merkle is a Optometrist, currently affiliated with Kind Optical, based in Milwaukee, WI. As a optometrist, Dr. Merkle contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Milwaukee, WI. They have been with Kind Optical for 30 years. Core competencies include Healthcare, Microsoft Office, Customer Service. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit optometrist professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. 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 Milwaukee, WI 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.

Recruiting optometrist

Healthcare professionals with optometrist expertise are recruited nationwide. Direct outreach via verified email and phone produces significantly faster placements than relying on job boards or passive candidates. HealthTal's database provides personal contact data verified against NPI and state licensing records.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Karen Merkle located?
Dr. Karen Merkle is based in Milwaukee, WI. They are currently affiliated with Kind Optical.
What is Dr. Karen Merkle's specialty?
Dr. Karen Merkle specializes in optometrist. Their current role is Optometrist.
Where does Dr. Karen Merkle currently work?
Dr. Karen Merkle currently works at Kind Optical. They have been there for 30 years.
How do I contact Dr. Karen Merkle for recruiting?
HealthTal provides verified direct email address and phone number for Dr. Karen Merkle. Subscribe to access full contact details including personal email, direct dial, and LinkedIn profile.
How do I recruit a optometrist?
Recruiting optometrists typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified 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 WI?
optometrists in WI typically earn $91,000 to $168,000 annually, with a median of $126,000. 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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