Spring is in the air outside my office window, our maple tree suddenly filled with birds and sunlight after a rather dreary winter. I sip my coffee, wondering at the simple beauty of it all. And then it happens. From the other side of the house, a crash. A bang. Inaudible obscenities exchanged. I enter […]
We discuss many different eye conditions in our blog posts, because it’s important to us to raise awareness surrounding ocular issues that can affect anyone or their family. It’s also important for our patients to understand why we do certain things in an eye exam, and why we may request additional tests. Our patients’ eye […]
When we think of Blindness, we often think of complete vision loss: no awareness of space, colour or movement, requiring physical aids to navigate the world. In reality, there are varying degrees of blindness, and complete blindness (inability to detect any sense of light) is actually considered quite rare. Many people with blindness actually have […]
It’s that magical time of year! The snow is here (for some of us), carols are on the radio (my condolences to the retail workers), and the holiday season is in full swing. Whether you’re drowning in Hallmark movies, travelling to see family, prepping a Yule log, or revelling in whatever your favourite holiday traditions […]
November is Diabetic Eye Disease Month, drawing attention to this chronic disease, and specifically how it affects vision and eye health, an aspect of diabetes that may not be discussed as often as perhaps it should. What is Diabetes? Diabetes is a disease that revolves around the body’s insulin function. Insulin is a hormone the […]
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! 🥰 In my opinion. The crisp fall air, the leaves blowing in the street, strolling along with my favourite hot bevvie (oat milk latte 🖤), revelling in this beautiful season of transition and change before the quiet months of winter. Also, HALLOWEEN! 🎃 The chance to dress […]
There are a number of skills that come into play when engaging in sports and other recreational activities. From speed to calculation, balance to dexterity, some athletes and professionals can seem almost superhuman. But all those talents tend to lose their flair when you can’t see what you’re doing. This month we’re going to dive […]
Across the country, parents and guardians are beginning to feel that exciting hum in the air: school is almost back. 😎 The usual checklist begins: backpack, pencil case, etc. But how many parents have “eye exam” on their list? 80% of a child’s learning is entirely visual. School is where many children’s eye concerns become […]
The blog post we’ve all been waiting for: DRY EYE DISEASE. We’re happy to present you with the ULTIMATE GUIDE to protect yourself against it, and treat it effectively when it sneaks up on you anyway. What is Dry Eye Disease? Dry Eye (also known as Ocular Surface Disease) is a multifactorial disease that results […]
It’s SUMMER! (Alexa, play Danza Kuduro. 😎) It’s that magical time of year when we in the Great White North leap headfirst into our seasonal reprieve before the snows of autumn are upon us. We love our lakes, camping and outdoor cooking, to say nothing of a good bonfire with friends. Another benefit of this […]
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