Dr. Mona Sandhu Offers Free Vision Services to Those in Need November 3, 2018 Dr. Mona Sandhu and her two optometric assistants, Samantha Kemp and Natalia Jette, teamed up with Nightshift Street Ministries to start vision clinics for those who couldn’t afford the services. Since the past year, they have provided over 100 low income or homeless people with eye exams and eyeglasses. Dr. Sandhu is hoping to help… Read more
Opinion: How to protect your eyes from blue light September 5, 2018 Most of us know not to look directly at the sun, yet we stare at computer screens that emit the same sort of rays. Read the full article in BC Business Read more
Is it safe to look at the sun when it’s obscure by all that heavy smoke? August 20, 2018 Thick smoke in parts of Canada has been giving the sun an orange red hue this week that some may find tempting to look at, especially with the beautiful sunrise and sunsets. But is it safe to look at the sun when it’s obscured by all that heavy smoke? Dr. Harbir Sian, an optometrist based… Read more
Protecting Young Eyes July 3, 2018 Dr. Michael Dennis shares recommendations on the safe use of electronic screens for children in the Optical Prism. Read more
Oak Bay Optometrist to Cycle to Support Mental Health May 17, 2018 Dr. Neil Paterson pedals his third Ride Don’t Hide where he hopes to have 100 riders join his team in celebration of Canadian Mental Health Association’s 100th birthday. Read more
BC Doctors of Optometry announces new President: Dr. Johnathan Lam May 9, 2018 Vancouver, May 9, 2018 – BC Doctors of Optometry (BCDO) is pleased to announce that Nanaimo-based doctor of optometry, Dr. Johnathan Lam, was elected as the Association’s new President effective immediately. Dr. Lam became President after serving on the BCDO Board of Directors for the past year as Vice-President. He also actively advocated for the… Read more
Dr. Pavan Avinashi shares tips on macular degeneration prevention February 22, 2018 Dr. Pavan Avinashi appeared on Breakfast Television to discuss how macular degeneration could be a concern when it comes to your eye health and shared some prevention tips. Read more
Eye exams for kids should be a priority October 31, 2017 Dr. Amanda Farley interviews with North Shore News on why eye exams should be a priority. Read more
Importance of child’s vision health stressed Dr. Amanda Farley explains to the Vernon Morning Star on how children’s vision is among the lowest health priorities for B.C. parents. Read more
Ask an Expert: Children’s Vision Month Dr. Harbir Sian appears on the ‘Ask an Expert’ segment of Global BC to explain the importance on having children’s eyes tested early on in life. Read more
