Business Details
32 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Family Eye Care Partner in Guelph
Guelph Eye Care has been dedicated to serving the vision needs of Guelph and surrounding communities since 1994. Our practice combines decades of collective experience with a commitment to comprehensive eye health, offering services ranging from routine eye exams to specialized care for conditions like dry eye and diabetic retinopathy. Our team of four optometrists brings extensive academic and clinical expertise, including advanced training in ocular disease and pediatric vision care. We prioritize personalized communication, ensuring patients understand their eye health and treatment options while offering a wide selection of designer eyewear. With roots tracing back to a 1952 practice, we maintain a legacy of trust through continuous adaptation to modern optometric advancements.Our approach emphasizes preventive care, early disease detection, and tailored solutions for all ages, from children's first eye exams to senior vision support. We maintain affiliations with professional organizations like the Ontario Association of Optometrists to uphold industry standards. Our facility features modern diagnostic technology and a curated eyewear collection that balances functionality with style. We operate with transparency in pricing and treatment recommendations, focusing on long-term patient relationships over transactional interactions. Community involvement remains central to our mission, reflected in our three-decade presence and localized service area.
Services
Eye Exams
Contact Lens Fittings
Sunglasses
Children's Eye Care
Diabetic Eye Exams
Dry Eye Therapy
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- Serving Guelph communities for over 30 years with continuous care since 1994
- Four experienced optometrists with specialized training in ocular disease and pediatrics
- Comprehensive eye health assessments using modern diagnostic technology
- Extensive selection of designer eyewear updated with monthly arrivals
- Community-focused practice prioritizing personalized patient education
Associations and certifications
- Ontario Association of Optometrists
- Canadian Association of Optometrists
What people say
Experienced optometrists
Thorough eye exams
Wide selection of frames
Child-friendly environment
Effective dry eye treatment
Services
Eye Exams
Our comprehensive eye exams assess visual acuity, eye health, and systemic health indicators. Using advanced diagnostic equipment, we detect early signs of conditions like glaucoma and macular degeneration while updating prescriptions for glasses or contact lenses. Exams include binocular vision testing, color vision assessment, and pupil response evaluation.
Contact Lens Fittings
We provide specialized contact lens fittings for various vision needs, including toric lenses for astigmatism and multifocal lenses for presbyopia. Our optometrists ensure proper lens curvature matches your eye shape while considering lifestyle factors like screen time and outdoor activities. Trial lenses are available for comfort testing.
Children's Eye Exams
Our child-friendly exams assess visual development milestones and detect learning-related vision problems. We use age-appropriate techniques to evaluate eye coordination, focusing ability, and potential amblyopia. Early intervention helps prevent academic difficulties caused by undiagnosed vision issues in children.
Diabetic Eye Exams
Specialized exams for diabetes patients include retinal photography and macular edema assessment. We monitor for diabetic retinopathy progression through detailed vascular evaluations and intraocular pressure measurements. Annual exams help prevent vision loss from diabetes-related complications.
Dry Eye Therapy
Our dry eye treatment begins with meibomian gland evaluation and tear film analysis. Customized plans may include prescription drops, lid hygiene routines, or punctal plugs. We address environmental and lifestyle factors contributing to chronic dryness while managing symptoms like burning and light sensitivity.
People
Dr. Lisa Lazarus
Partner
Dr. Lazarus earned her Doctor of Optometry degree from the University of Waterloo in 1988. With over 30 years in practice, she specializes in ocular disease management and has served Guelph communities since 1992.
Dr. Jason Simpson
Partner
A 1993 graduate of the University of Waterloo School of Optometry, Dr. Simpson brings expertise in ocular disease from his Atlanta externship. He has practiced in Guelph since 1994, focusing on comprehensive family eye care.
Dr. Christine Brown
Associate
Dr. Brown completed her optometry degree with honours in 2010 after graduate studies at the University of Toronto. She specializes in pediatric vision care and has served Guelph patients since joining the practice in 2010.
Dr. Maggie Porter
Associate
Dr. Porter graduated with distinction from the University of Waterloo School of Optometry in 2021. Her interests include pediatric eye care and specialty contact lenses, building on her biomedical science background from the University of Guelph.
Questions
What services does Guelph Eye Care offer?
We provide comprehensive eye exams, contact lens fittings, children's eye exams, diabetic eye screenings, dry eye therapy, and a wide selection of eyewear including sunglasses and specialty lenses.
How often should I get an eye exam?
The Canadian Association of Optometrists recommends exams every 1-3 years depending on age and risk factors. Adults over 65 should have exams every 18 months, while diabetics require annual screenings.
Do you accept walk-in patients?
While we prioritize appointments, we accommodate urgent eye care needs and emergency cases during regular business hours.
What eyewear brands do you carry?
Our optical collection includes designer frames from leading brands with new arrivals monthly, focusing on quality, durability, and current fashion trends.
Is there parking available?
Yes, we have a large free parking lot directly adjacent to our shopping centre location at Victoria Road South and York Road.
