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50+ Years
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Emergency
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Comprehensive Eye Care in Calgary & Surrounding Areas
Bonavista Eye Care Clinic has been dedicated to preserving and enhancing vision health for families since 1970. With locations in Calgary, Olds, Sundre, and Carstairs, we combine cutting-edge technology with personalized care to deliver comprehensive eye exams, specialized treatments, and tailored eyewear solutions. Our team of experienced optometrists and support staff prioritizes patient education, preventive care, and advanced diagnostics to address conditions like diabetic retinopathy, myopia control, and dry eye syndrome.We emphasize community engagement through charitable initiatives and global eye care missions, ensuring accessible, high-quality services for all ages. Our commitment to innovation, evidenced by investments in diagnostic tools like Optos retinal imaging and OCT scans, positions us as a trusted leader in Alberta's eye care industry.
Services
Comprehensive Eye Exams
Contact Lens Fittings
Dry Eye Treatment
Pediatric Eye Care
Diabetic Retinopathy Screening
Details
- Year established: 1970
Highlights and features
- Serving Alberta communities since 1970 with proven expertise
- Advanced diagnostics including Optos retinal imaging and OCT scans
- Specialized pediatric and diabetic eye care programs
- Charitable outreach through global vision missions
- 200+ years combined experience across our optometrist team
What people say
Exceptional pediatric care
Advanced diagnostic technology
Compassionate dry eye specialists
Experienced optometrists
Family-friendly atmosphere
Services
Comprehensive Eye Exams
Our detailed eye exams use advanced technology to assess vision health and detect over 270 systemic conditions. Patients receive personalized evaluations including retinal imaging, intraocular pressure testing, and visual field analysis. The 45-60 minute process includes medical history review, prescription determination, and ocular health assessment, with Alberta Health coverage available for children and seniors.
Dry Eye Treatment
Specialized dry eye center offering IPL therapy, radiofrequency treatments, and BlephEx procedures. Our optometrists conduct detailed tear film analysis to create customized treatment plans combining in-office therapies with at-home care regimens for chronic dry eye sufferers.
Contact Lens Fittings
Expert fittings for all contact lens types including specialty options like scleral lenses and orthokeratology. Our optometrists perform corneal topography mapping to ensure optimal lens fit and comfort, with ongoing follow-up care for patients requiring vision correction or therapeutic lens applications.
Pediatric Eye Care
Child-friendly comprehensive exams starting at 6 months old, following Alberta Association of Optometrists guidelines. Our specialists detect vision development issues affecting learning, with 80% of childhood learning relying on visual processing. Services include amblyopia treatment and myopia control programs.
Diabetic Retinopathy Screening
Annual comprehensive exams for diabetes patients using fundus photography and OCT scans to detect retinal changes. Our optometrists monitor for early signs of diabetic macular edema and retinopathy, coordinating care with primary physicians to prevent vision loss through early intervention.
People
Dr. Brian Trump
Optometrist
Graduate of Waterloo School of Optometry with 25+ years experience in Calgary. Specializes in general optometry and contact lenses, practicing at Bonavista since 2000. Son of an optometrist, continuing family legacy in vision care.
Dr. Allan Jones
Optometrist
30+ years Alberta optometry experience, past Alberta Association of Optometrists president. Founded Canadian Vision Care charity, leading international eye care missions. Practices full-spectrum family optometry across multiple locations.
Dr. Kathleen Murray
Optometrist
Pacific University graduate with 17 years in family practice. Specializes in children's vision and dry eye treatment. Participates in global vision missions, currently serving Sundre and Bonavista patients.
Dr. Dayna Jones
Optometrist
Waterloo graduate with honors, 17 years Alberta practice experience. Focuses on pediatric vision and specialty contact lenses. Completed externship at Detroit VA Medical Center, serving Calgary communities since 2007.
Dr. Natalia Wessels
Optometrist
Costa Rica native practicing in Calgary since 2008. Specializes in pediatric care and dry eye management. Fluent in Spanish, combines clinical expertise with community outreach initiatives for underserved populations.
Questions
What's included in a comprehensive eye exam?
Our exams include retinal imaging, intraocular pressure testing, visual field analysis, and prescription determination. We assess eye coordination, color vision, and depth perception while checking for systemic health indicators.
How often should I get my eyes checked?
Canadian Association of Optometrists recommends: ages 20-39 every 2-3 years, 40-64 every 2 years, and seniors annually. Diabetic patients require annual exams regardless of age.
Do you accept Alberta Health Services coverage?
Yes, we accept AHS coverage for children's exams until age 19 and seniors' exams. Some specialized diagnostic tests may require private payment with insurance reimbursement options.
What dry eye treatments are available?
We offer IPL therapy, radiofrequency treatments, BlephEx, gland expression, and customized eye drop regimens. Our dry eye center uses advanced diagnostics to create personalized treatment plans.
Are emergency eye care services available?
Yes, we provide emergency care for eye injuries, sudden vision changes, and acute infections. Call our 24/7 emergency line for immediate assessment and treatment.
