Dr. Mary Jo Femrite, a graduate of ROCORI High School, received her BA degree from Moorhead State University and her Doctor of Optometry degree from the Illinois College of Optometry.  Dr. Femrite completed a residency with Minnesota Eye Consultants, specializing in eye disease management, LASIK surgery and comprehensive eye care.  Following her residency, Dr. Femrite continued in private practice from 2001-2006.  She opened LAKES Eye Clinic in May 2006.  Dr. Femrite is active in the Minnesota Optometric Association, the American Optometric Association and the Cold Spring Chamber of Commerce.  She has presented several case reports, research studies and lectures to the optometric community and public.  She currently reside in the Cold Spring community with her husband and 2 children.

Shannon Wait, optometric assistant, was born and raised in Cold Spring.  After graduating from ROCORI High School, she enrolled in the optometric assistant program at the St. Cloud Technical College and received her COA (certified optometric assistant) certification.  Shannon has experience in all aspects of the optical field, from optician, technician and management.  Shannon resides in Richmond with her husband and 3 children.  She is actively involved in many community organizations, including Richmond PTC, little league and church activities.