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Get to know the compassionate professionals at Eye Contact Madison. We're here to provide you with personalized eye care that goes beyond just prescriptions. Your vision, comfort, and well-being are our top priorities.

Zachary Makal O.D.

Zachary Makal O.D.

Dr. Makal graduated in 2022 from the Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, Tennessee. He got his B.S. in Biology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He is currently a member of the Wisconsin Optometric Association and the American Optometric Association.

Dr. Makal has interests in geriatric care, diagnosing and managing ocular disease, and providing care to families because he finds it fulfilling to watch families grow. Outside of the office Dr. Makal enjoys spending time with friends, family, and his animals. Additionally, he enjoys local sporting events and travelling. 

Kesha Desai, O.D.

Kesha Desai, O.D.

Dr. Desai graduated in 2016 from the Illinois College of Optometry in Chicago, IL. She got her B.S. in Psychology and B.S. in Biology from Loyola University of Chicago. She is currently a member of the Wisconsin Optometric Association and the American Optometric Association. She comes to Madison Eye Contact with experience in prescribing glasses and contact lenses, diagnosing and managing ocular disease, and managing pediatrics. Dr. Desai enjoys traveling, spending time with her husband exploring Madison, and visiting her family and friends. 

Valerie Vanden Boom, O.D.

Valerie Vanden Boom, O.D.

Dr. Vanden Boom joined Eye Contact in 1991 and has been practicing continually at the west side office since. She graduated from the University of Missouri School of Optometry in 1990 after receiving a bachelor's degree in biology and chemistry from Southwest Missouri State University. She is a member of both the Wisconsin and American Optometric Associations. Specialty contact lenses and refractive surgery consultation as well as peri-operative care are among Dr. Vanden Boom's areas of interest. Dr. Vanden Boom enjoys running, gardening and spending time with family and friends.