Eye care professionals specialize in understanding how the human eye really works, as well as diseases and conditions that affect your vision – many of which do not have obvious symptoms. Eye doctors know how age and risk factors affect vision over time for young and old, and they understand the benefits and features of corrective lenses including eyeglasses and contacts.
Dr. Michael Caister and Dr. Liesl Caister take the time to explain the results of your eye exam, describe your options and listen to your eye care needs. Because maintaining good eye health is an ongoing partnership, we encourage you to ask questions and share your health information, which could be vital to monitoring, diagnosing and treating potential vision problems.Meet Our St. Clair & Richmond Eye Doctors:
Dr. Michael Caister O.D is a cornerstone of our practice, with 35 years of experience in eyecare, Dr. Caister is a wealth of knowledge and undeniable powerhouse in Optometry.
He grew up in Caro Mi, it was as a young boy that he saw firsthand how the quality of one’s eyesight can impact one’s quality of life. His journey in tertiary education began at Ferris State University before he went on to pursue his passion for eyecare at the Illinois College of Optometry.
Dr. Caister’s love for the field of Optometry becomes abundantly clear when you hear him speak of the beauty in the anatomy of our eyes. His field of expertise lies in dry eye treatment, medical eyecare and eye emergencies.
When he’s not working you can find him out on the open road, travelling with his wife of 35 years or one of his 4 grown-up children. and his 10lb poodle, Skye who is a constant plus one. He is a proud pet parent and a dedicated grandpa of two.
His mantra is: “Faith, Family ,Friends”, which reflects in the active role he plays in the community and church.
Dr. Liesl Black is a cornerstone of our St. Clair family with her warmth, expertise, and a deep commitment to patient care. Hailing from St. Clair, Michigan, Dr. Black’s journey into optometry began close to home. She grew up around the profession and quickly developed a love and interest for the role vision and eye health play in people’s lives. Inspired by the opportunity to help others, she pursued her Bachelor of Science in Biology at Ferris State University before earning her Doctor of Optometry degree at the Illinois College of Optometry.
With five years of experience in optometry, Dr. Black is passionate about helping patients achieve their best visual potential. With an impressive toolkit she provides full spectrum care, whether she’s treating ocular diseases, removing foreign bodies, or guiding patients through their eye health journeys, she considers it a privilege to make a difference in their lives.
Dr. Black’s favorite specialty is ocular disease, where she excels in diagnosing and treating complex conditions with care and precision. Her ability to blend technical expertise with a compassionate approach ensures her patients feel confident and supported.
When she’s not in the office, Dr. Black can be found soaking up time with her growing family, including her husband, young son, soon-to-arrive daughter, and their beloved dogs. Living just down the road from her parents, she jokes that she and her dad still get along wonderfully—even after years of living and working so closely together!
Dr. Black’s dedication to her patients and her community makes her a vital part of our practice, and we’re lucky to have her expertise and kindness guiding our care.