Meet The Team
Meet the experienced and friendly doctors and staff who make Optimized Eyecare the leading provider of vision care products and services in Chesterfield.
Matthew S. Kelly
O.D. and CEO/OWNER
Dr. Matthew S. Kelly was raised in Ballwin and attended Lyon College for his Bachelor’s in Biology. He then took his talents to the University of the Incarnate-Word Rosenberg School of Optometry in San Antonio, Texas. He completed his externships in Chicago, as well as Peoria, IL, where he provided eye care to United States Veterans at the local VA hospital. Dr. Kelly received the prestigious honor of Pre-Clinical Excellence, acknowledging his ability to perform a top-notch eye exam.
Dr. Kelly is a comprehensive optometrist. He is well-trained in contact lens fittings, from basic single vision lenses to complicated specialty fits, including multifocal, monovision, and scleral lenses. He is more than comfortable managing medical ocular conditions that can threaten patients’ health and vision. Most commonly, Macular Degeneration, Glaucoma, Diabetes, High blood pressure, and so much more. We have all the latest and greatest technology to ensure everything is caught as early as possible and managed or referred as necessary. Dr. Kelly will take his time explaining everything to the best of his ability.
Upon returning to his hometown, Dr. Kelly knew he never wanted to work for a corporate conglomerate, so when his family’s longtime eye care doctor wanted to sell his practice, it felt like a ‘meant-to-be’ moment. He takes pride in the ability to provide care to the same community in which he grew up and currently resides.
Dr. Kelly and his wife Kadira, were blessed with their first child in late 2025. They enjoy spending time with family and keeping up with everything STL. Going to as many sporting events as their time will allow and trying all the local restaurants (tips are very much appreciated). They also have three dogs that are eager to play and go for long walks.
Alysha
Alysha is an experienced optician with three years in the industry. She previously worked at Clarkson Eyecare, where she built a strong foundation in optical care and patient service. She has been with Optimized Eyecare since June 2025.
Alysha is currently pursuing her associate degree in Health Science, further expanding her knowledge of patient care and the healthcare field. She is passionate about helping patients feel confident in their eyewear while creating a positive and enjoyable experience during every visit.
In her free time, Alysha enjoys reading, going on nature walks, and spending time with her boyfriend. She also has two cats, Oliver and Peter. She loves to share pictures when asked about them.
Bailey
Bailey has been working at Optimized Eyecare since November of 2025. Although she is new to the industry, she has a history of customer service roles and is eager to further her experience within the industry. She loves greeting people as they walk in the door and answering any questions they may have. She hopes to eventually be trained as an optician and looks forward to helping people pick out frames.
In her free time, she enjoys thrifting, crafting and DIY projects, watching movies, and spending time outdoors with her boyfriend.