NEWS

We are pleased to announce that we are now co-owners of Coastal Optical Lab.  Coastal is a lab that surfaces semi-finished lenses such as Progressives, Straight Top bifocals as well as single vision prescriptions.  Being a co-owner of a surfacing lab will allow us to eliminate the middleman and offer the best possible prices to our patients.

Our Lab Technician, Bev, retired in December 2008. We would like to thank her for her eight loyal years of service and wish her the best in her future endeavors. Although she is officially retired, don’t be surprised to see her working occasionally as well as doing our gardening in the spring and summer.

In October 2008 we upgraded to a new fundus retinal camera.  This new fundus camera will take clearer and sharper images as well as allowing us to get clearer pictures of patients that have small pupils.  The software associated with the new camera also has some improvements. 

All pictures taken from the previous camera are compatible with the new one, so we will still be able to compare your most recent photos with the ones we have on file.

We are very excited to be able to provide our patients with the most recent technology.

Eyemaginations - We now have Eyemaginations at all three of our locations.  This is a computer software program designed to assist the doctor in educating patients on a vast variety of eye health issues.  It is also assists when choosing eyewear by allowing patients to see in 3D available lens options and treatments.

HOCKEY GAME –  On Saturday, April 7 we sponsored a Timbits hockey game at the local arena.  The kids had a great time playing in this fun, non-competitive event.  After the game, juice and cookies were served to all the players.

In June of 2005 we added a Digital Fundus camera to our pre-screening examination.  This piece of equipment will photograph a 45 degree field of the back of the eye (retina). This permanent photographic record will be added to your file and can help in tracking changes in the appearance of the back of the eye. During your eye examination, your optometrist will show you your photographs, which may capture signs of diabetes, high blood pressure, glaucoma, macular degeneration or other eye diseases.

On April 7, 2006 we held our first Free Skate at our local arena.  Approximately 60 people attended the event and a great time was had by all.  People were asked to bring a non-perishable food item which was greatly appreciated by our local food bank.  We would like to extend our appreciation to all that attended.