Business Details
16 Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Trusted Optometrists in St. Marys
St. Marys Optometry has been dedicated to comprehensive eye care for patients of all ages since 2010. Our practice combines modern techniques with personalized service to address vision needs, from routine exams to specialized treatments like myopia control and dry eye therapy. We prioritize accessibility through extended hours, including late appointments on Tuesdays, ensuring eye health remains a priority for every schedule. Our team fosters a welcoming environment where patients are treated as family, emphasizing trust, integrity, and community connection.With expertise in eyewear selection and advanced diagnostics, we aim to enhance vision quality while supporting long-term ocular health. Our commitment extends beyond clinical care, offering educational resources and tailored solutions to empower patients in maintaining optimal eye health throughout their lives.
Services
Dry Eye Therapy
Myopia Control
Eye Exams
Contact Lens Fittings
Emergency Eye Care
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized eye care with over 15 years of combined optometric expertise.
- Our practice provides extended hours, including late appointments on Tuesdays.
- We utilize advanced diagnostics for comprehensive eye health assessments.
- Our team prioritizes patient education and tailored vision solutions.
- We maintain a family-oriented, community-focused approach to eye care.
What people say
Personalized care
Thorough examinations
Friendly atmosphere
Expert team
Community-focused
Services
Dry Eye Therapy
Our dry eye therapy addresses tear film imbalances through advanced diagnostics and personalized treatment plans. We analyze mucous, aqueous, and oil layers to identify dysfunction causes, offering solutions like prescription drops, lifestyle adjustments, and in-office procedures. Patients receive comprehensive education on maintaining ocular hydration while managing environmental and physiological factors affecting tear quality.
Myopia Control
Specialized myopia control programs target progressive nearsightedness in children through evidence-based interventions. We implement customized strategies including orthokeratology, multifocal contact lenses, and atropine therapy while monitoring axial eye growth. Our approach combines regular assessments with lifestyle guidance to slow myopia progression and reduce long-term ocular health risks associated with high myopia.
Comprehensive Eye Exams
Full-spectrum eye exams evaluate visual acuity, refractive errors, and ocular health using advanced diagnostic technology. We assess binocular vision function, screen for age-related conditions like glaucoma and macular degeneration, and provide personalized recommendations for corrective lenses or treatment plans. Exams include detailed patient history reviews and thorough anterior/posterior segment evaluations.
Contact Lens Fittings
Precision contact lens fittings consider corneal topography, tear film dynamics, and lifestyle requirements to optimize comfort and vision correction. We offer specialty lenses for astigmatism, presbyopia, and irregular corneas while providing comprehensive training on proper insertion, removal, and hygiene practices. Follow-up evaluations ensure long-term ocular health and lens tolerance.
Emergency Eye Care
Immediate care for ocular emergencies including foreign body removal, chemical exposures, acute infections, and trauma-related injuries. Our team provides rapid assessment and treatment for sudden vision changes, severe ocular pain, and post-injury care. We maintain emergency equipment and protocols to address urgent eye health concerns outside regular business hours.
People
Dr. Carol Venn
Doctor of Optometry / Founder
Dr. Venn founded St. Marys Optometry in 2010 after graduating from the University of Waterloo. She specializes in comprehensive eye exams and myopia management, emphasizing personalized care and community engagement. Her practice philosophy combines technical expertise with compassionate patient relationships.
Dr. Erica Gagnon
Doctor of Optometry
Dr. Gagnon joined the team with expertise in contact lens fittings and dry eye management. She graduated from the Illinois College of Optometry and focuses on creating comfortable vision solutions while maintaining patient-centered care values.
Maggie Banks
Office Manager
As Office Manager, Maggie oversees daily operations and eyewear consultations. Her background in custom framing translates to helping patients select stylish, functional eyewear solutions while managing practice logistics and patient experience.
Mandy Verge
Certified Canadian Optometric Assistant
Mandy provides clinical support in imaging, dry eye treatments, and frame selection. Certified in 2022, she combines artistic perspective with technical expertise to enhance patient care through personalized eyewear guidance and ocular hygiene education.
Vicki King
Optometric Assistant
Vicki contributes to clinical operations and patient education with a focus on eyewear fashion and ocular health. Her healthcare background emphasizes building long-term patient relationships while maintaining the practice's values of integrity and community care.
Questions
What types of eye exams do you offer?
We provide comprehensive exams for all ages, including children's vision assessments, diabetic eye exams, and specialized evaluations for contact lens fittings and myopia management.
Do you handle eye emergencies?
Yes, we offer urgent care for ocular emergencies like foreign body removal, chemical exposures, and acute vision changes during regular business hours.
What eyewear options are available?
Our optical gallery features designer frames, sunglasses, and specialty lenses including blue light protection, progressive additions, and sports-specific eyewear from premium brands.
Are payment plans available for vision care?
We accept major insurance plans and offer flexible payment options through partnerships with financial institutions for vision care expenses.
How do you accommodate busy schedules?
We offer extended hours including late appointments on Tuesdays and convenient online booking for patients with demanding schedules.
What dry eye treatments do you provide?
Treatment options include prescription drops, lifestyle modifications, in-office procedures for meibomian gland dysfunction, and customized hydration strategies based on tear film analysis.
