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Dr. Mei-Ling Chan Optometry

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Dr. Mei-Ling Chan Optometry

Welcome to Dr. Mei-Ling Chan Optometry! Our family-oriented practice has been serving Barrie since 2012.

Our focus goes beyond how well you see today, we want to ensure your eyes are healthy for life!

03/05/2025

Our office will be open regular hours on Monday March 10th, but will be closed the remainder of the week of March Break. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, and we will reopen our regular hours on Monday March 17th at 9:30am.

Have a great March Break!

03/03/2025

March is Workplace Eye Safety Awareness Month!

This month is dedicated to raising awareness of the importance of eye safety in the workplace.

With many people spending long hours in front of screens, dry eyes, headaches and blurred vision are becoming a common problem.

In addition, jobs in industrial settings face different hazards such as flying debris, chemical splashes and other hazards that can cause serious injuries without proper eye protection.

Regular eye breaks, following the 20-20-20 rule, and using appropriate eyewear can help reduce and prevent accidents. Many employee benefits cover the cost of eye exams as well as glasses (safety or otherwise), so make sure to take advantage of these benefits if they are available to you!

02/26/2025

Time really does fly, and before you know it 3 or 4 years have passed since your last eye exam!

Eye exams are recommended at least every 2 years to check for vision changes, as well as monitoring ocular health.

If you have pre-existing conditions such as diabetes or glaucoma, eye exams are recommended yearly to ensure your eyes stay health (OHIP covers these eye exams with a valid health card).

If you feel like you have noticed changes to your vision, or just want to stay up to date with a current exam, give our office a call or e-mail to book!

Evening appointments are available on Mondays and Tuesdays (we are open 9:30am to 7:00pm).

02/20/2025

You may have heard your optometrist recommend a Visual Fields test for you, but what exactly is a Visual Fields test?

A Visual Fields test measures how wide of an area your eye can see when focused on a central point. These tests can determine if you have any blind spots in your vision, and where they are. For example, if you have glaucoma, this test can show any peripheral vision loss from the disease.

Visual Fields tests can be an important part of eye care for patients who are at risk of certain diseases or problems that can cause vision loss, such as:
- Glaucoma
- Central nervous system problems
- Stroke
- Long term use of certain medications

Often, the ministry of transportation will require these tests for certain classes of licenses, or some job applications may ask for testing (such as Police, Firefighters, etc.).

A Visual Fields test is one of the many measurements we have available at our office, as part of our initiative to provide comprehensive eye care all in one place!

02/18/2025

Ran out of contact lenses and forgot to place an order? Our office is happy to announce that we now have online ordering available! Place an order at any time online for in-office pickup, or conveniently shipped right to your home!

Visit our website at https://barrieoptometrist.com/shop/ or call the office at 705-733-8883 to inquire.

02/14/2025

Wishing all of you a Happy Valentine's day from everyone here at Dr. Mei-Ling Chan Optometry!

We are so grateful you have trusted us with your eye care and will continue to strive to provide the best care we can!

02/13/2025

February is Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) Awareness month! So what exactly is AMD?

AMD is an eye disease that causes a gradual loss of central and detailed vision, and is the leading cause of vision loss in people over the age of 55, affecting ~2.5 million Canadians. There are two forms; Dry AMD and Wet AMD.

So what is the macula? A small section of the retina containing a high concentration of photoreceptor cells, and is responsible for central and detailed vision.

Dry AMD is the most common type, where the macula will gradually become thinner. Sometimes fat deposits, called drusen, can build up causing damage and vision loss. Typically there are no symptoms in the early stages of Dry AMD and thus regular eye exams are essential.

Wet AMD is less common but typically more severe, where blood vessels grow abnormally below the thinning macula. If left untreated, these vessels can leak blood and fluid into the eye and damage cells. This type can appear suddenly and progress quicker than Dry AMD. There are several treatment options that ophthalmologists use to slow the progression of Wet AMD.

To learn more, visit www.fightingblindness.ca.

02/11/2025

Winter can cause some serious eye discomfort, and with more snow and cold on the way here are some tips to help!

1. Sunglasses! They're not just for the summer months! Especially with the glare that reflects off the snow, its a good idea to protect your eyes from UV all year round.
2. Use a humidifier! With increased time indoors and central heating, dry eyes can feel even worse this time of year. A humidifier, lowering the temperature in the room or keeping artificial tears handy can help offset the dryness symptoms.
3. Proper indoor lighting! Increased indoors time strikes again, dim lighting can cause eye strain and you may find you are reaching for your glasses more often than usual (if you are not a full time wearer already).

If you find your vision or dry eye symptoms are still bothersome even with all these tips, call our office to book an appointment! Our office number is 705-733-8883

01/27/2025

Did you know that OHIP covers eye exams for children? Up until the age of 20, kids are covered once every 12 months for a full eye exam and no limit of partial eye exams within that time frame as long as they have a valid Ontario health card!

Doctors recommend a first eye exam anywhere from 6 months old to 3 years old, before school age. Even if you do not have any concerns about their vision, regular eye exams are encouraged to ensure that your child has the best vision they can. If you are interested in booking an exam, don't hesitate to give our office a call!

01/14/2025

Did you know that January is Glaucoma Awareness month?

Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that can cause vision loss and blindness by damaging the optic nerve. These symptoms start very gradually which has led to glaucoma being referred to as "the silent thief of sight". With these changes happening so slowly, oftentimes glaucoma can go unnoticed until it reaches later stages. The damage that happens in glaucoma cannot be reversed, and so early intervention is highly important to prevent vision loss. Regular dilated eye exams can be crucial in catching early signs of glaucoma.

For more information on Glaucoma: https://opto.ca/eye-health-library/glaucoma

01/06/2025

If you want to start 2025 with a new look, our office has reopened with our regular hours! Stop by anytime during our open hours to look at the new frames we have in for 2025. Or, if you are looking to try contact lenses for the first time, let us know and we can book you in for a contact lens fitting with Jenn our optician! We can be reached at 705-733-8883.

Monday and Tuesday: 9:30am to 7:00pm
Wednesday: 9:30am to 5:00pm
Thursdays: Closed
Fridays: 9:30am to 5:00pm

01/01/2025

Wishing you a wonderful 2025 from all of us at Dr. Mei-Ling Chan Optometry! We appreciate all of our patients and look forward to caring for your eyecare needs in 2025! 😎👓🕶

Address

207-500 Huronia Road
Barrie, ON
L4N8X3

Opening Hours

Monday	9:30am - 7pm
Tuesday	9:30am - 7pm
Wednesday	9:30am - 5pm
Friday	9:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+17057338883

Website

http://www.barrieoptometrist.com/

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