We understand that as parents, especially new parents with their first child, it is easy to overthink and overreact when it comes to our children. Parenthood is full of constant new experiences, and we are bombarded by articles, videos, and other media telling us the importance of this check-up or that exam.We get it.This article […]
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Unlike trips to the dentist or health checks with your doctor which we attend quite vigorously, annual eye exams are frequently overlooked as unimportant. “There’s nothing wrong with my eyesight” is a common reaction.In reality, there are many eye diseases and problems which do not show any early symptoms and will only become apparent once […]
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If you normally suffer from dry eye then you’ll have noticed how much worse it can be in the winter. For those who aren’t plagued all year round, you may have developed dry eye symptoms over the winter without even realising what they were!Despite being situated in a fairly humid part of the province, winters […]
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Dry eye occurs when your body is unable to create tears, or is creating the wrong type of tears that end up evaporating too quickly. There are a myriad of different causes for dry eye and the severity of the condition varies amongst each patient. Dry Eye Syndrome (Keratoconjunctivitis or KCS) is the chronic and […]
Approximately 1 in 6 Canadians suffer from eye allergies, with the major cause being seasonal allergens. There are 3 separate groups of causes for eye allergies, though the majority of Canadians have seasonal allergies. Eye allergies are not the same as pink eye/red eye (Conjunctivitis), though they may display similar symptoms. When allergens come in […]
AMD (Age-Related Macular Degeneration) is a disease of the eye that causes the gradual loss of sight as the patient ages. It is the leading cause of vision loss among Canadian men and women aged 60 years and older. AMD is a chronic disease with no available cure at this time. For most patients, their […]
Cataracts are one of the most common causes for vision loss in men and women over the age of 40. As our body’s natural aging process progresses, the crystalline lens in our eye begins to cloud, diminishing eyesight. This is known as a cataract and can present in one or both eyes. After 40 years […]
Conjunctivitis is commonly referred to as pink eye or red eye. True “pink eye” is an aggressive bacterial infection of the front surface of the eye. This is extremely contagious and needs to be treated as soon as possible to prevent further spreading of the condition. Luckily, most red eyes are not “pink eye” […]
The Silent Thief of Sight Glaucoma is a group of chronic progressive eye diseases that affect the optic nerve of the eye. It has been referred to as the “silent thief of sight” due to its lack of symptoms until the damage to your vision has already occurred. Vision loss and eventual blindness in one […]
Eye floaters and flashers are two separate eye conditions, with the latter typically being more serious than the former. Should either of these two conditions occur, they should be investigated by one of our Optometrists urgently to make sure your eye health is not in jeopardy. Potential Causes of Eye Flashes and Floaters Infection/inflammation of […]
Find us on the corner of Main & 52nd Street, across from Westline Autowash.
As you may already be aware, Alberta Health Services has recently cut back coverage on optometry services. These changes were unexpected. We are extremely disappointed with their decision and how they handled bringing about this change.
To maintain the high quality of care that you have come to expect at our clinic, there will now be a fee for most eyecare services that were previously fully covered by AHS. If you would like to know how this affects you, please call our clinic at 587-840-7133 and one of our team members would be happy to assist you. You are also welcome to contact your local MLA to voice any concerns you may have with these changes in coverage.
Thank you for your understanding and your continued support.
You can find us on 51st Avenue, next to the Fire Hall.
As you may already be aware, Alberta Health Services has recently cut back coverage on optometry services. These changes were unexpected. We are extremely disappointed with their decision and how they handled bringing about this change.
To maintain the high quality of care that you have come to expect at our clinic, there will now be a fee for most eyecare services that were previously fully covered by AHS. If you would like to know how this affects you, please call our clinic at 587-840-7133 and one of our team members would be happy to assist you. You are also welcome to contact your local MLA to voice any concerns you may have with these changes in coverage.
Thank you for your understanding and your continued support.
When it comes to our perception of “good vision” some consider 20/20 vision to be standard, and to some degree, it is. Think of it as the baseline standard for “average” eyesight. This ratio represents visual acuity, which measures the sharpness and clarity of our vision. Having 20/20 means you can see detail at 20 […]
Vision problems can be concerning, especially for parents who want the best health outcomes for their children. If you or your partner–or any of your family members–have poor eyesight or eye diseases, your children could potentially inherit this. While poor eyesight is impacted by various factors, such as age, health, environment, and lifestyle, genetics often […]
While eye strain can be frustrating, the good news is that it’s usually a temporary inconvenience. By incorporating proper screen-use habits and maintaining eye health, you can minimize its effects and avoid long-term discomfort. […]
When it comes to our perception of “good vision” some consider 20/20 vision to be standard, and to some degree, it is. Think of it as the baseline standard for “average” eyesight. This ratio represents visual acuity, which measures the sharpness and clarity of our vision. Having 20/20 means you can see detail at 20 […]
Vision problems can be concerning, especially for parents who want the best health outcomes for their children. If you or your partner–or any of your family members–have poor eyesight or eye diseases, your children could potentially inherit this. While poor eyesight is impacted by various factors, such as age, health, environment, and lifestyle, genetics often […]
While eye strain can be frustrating, the good news is that it’s usually a temporary inconvenience. By incorporating proper screen-use habits and maintaining eye health, you can minimize its effects and avoid long-term discomfort. […]
