Drs. Gatrell, Lins, Mitschke, & Associates providing excellent eye care to Southern Saskatchewan
Gatrell, Lins, and Mitschke are seeing new and returning patients of all ages; Dr. John is seeing returning patients only.
02/13/2026
Give your eyes some love this Valentines and all year around. The Bruder moist heat eye compression mask helps to clear oil glands in your eyelids, allowing the natural oils to flow back onto the eye to relieve dry eye discomfort. A quick 30 sec heat-up in the microwave equals 15 minutes of bliss. Your eyes will thank you!
02/09/2026
Introducing Kelsey! Kelsey works in our Front End and also assists with contact lens orders. She has been with us for over 2 years and previously worked for an ophthalmologist in Regina! Make sure to say Hi to Kelsey the next time you see her at our front desk!
02/05/2026
Ordering your Contact Lenses online just got WAY easier! Check out our online Contact Lens Shop here: peccicare.ottooptics.io/reorder/
Thank you for supporting our local business!
02/03/2026
Can't read that medicine label or recipe? We have magnifiers available to make those smaller details easier to see! Stop by our dispensary to see what options might work best to magnify your life!
01/31/2026
Looking for glasses online? Make sure to check out our NEW online optical dispensary catalogue! Here you can browse what frames we have available, and you can even "try them on" virtually before trying them on in real life at our office! We hope that this new feature offers our patients more flexibility with their shopping, while still being able to support our independently owned clinic. Visit our peccicare.com website or shop.peccicare.com. Thank you to all our patients who choose to support local!
01/29/2026
UPDATE FEB 5/26: We are finally back up & running normally again. Our apologies to all the patients and healthcare offices that had difficulty reaching us over the past few days, and thank you for your patience!
We are having some technical difficulties with our phone & fax lines. If you are unable to reach us by phone, please email or text us instead! We apologize for the inconvenience and thank you for your patience as we work to get this resolved ASAP!
01/27/2026
On Wednesday, January 28 our office will be closed ALL DAY as we have our phone system upgraded. Due to the upgrade, our phones will be OFFLINE throughout the day.
If you require assistance, please email us instead at peccicare@gmail.com. If you have an eye emergency, please proceed to your nearest Emergency Room!
Thank you for your understanding and we apologize for the inconvenience!
01/23/2026
Tom Ford glasses are the height of fashion! Tom Ford frames are a designer brand crafted for those who appreciate bold, sophisticated style. Frames are made in Italy & are instantly recognizable by their signature metal "T" on the temples. They are also Kelsey's favourite frame - visit our dispensary to find your next luxury style!
01/21/2026
Optometrists have been able to treat glaucoma for many years, but a new pilot program with Saskatchewan Health allows these services to be covered by a patient's health card since late 2025!
This includes OCT imaging and Visual Field testing for patients diagnosed with glaucoma or those who have high-risk of developing this sight-threatening condition. Talk to your Optometrist about your risk factors for glaucoma and if the new billing allowances will apply to you!
01/18/2026
Whether you’re a local or just touring around Moose Jaw, we’re here to take care of your eyes!
See Moose Jaw clearly 👓 Primary Eye Care Centre provides expert eye exams, personalized care, and the latest in eyewear to keep your vision sharp and healthy.
01/18/2026
This month is Glaucoma Awareness Month in Canada!
Glaucoma is a progressive condition that affects your side (or peripheral) vision and can lead to permanent tunnel vision in the end stages. Some people with glaucoma have symptoms of eye pain or redness, but about 90% of cases are "primary open-angle" glaucoma where vision loss happens slowly and painlessly, with NO warning signs. This is why routine eye exams are so important, even if you're not having problems with your vision!
If your New Year's Resolution was to quit smoking, good for you! Smoking can damage the blood vessels in your eyes which could lead to an eye stroke, as well as cause cataracts and macular degeneration. Make 2026 the year you choose better eye health and talk to your family doctor about quitting!
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Our Mission: We are dedicated to providing the people of southern Saskatchewan with the best complete eye care possible using state of the art diagnostic equipment. Our optical dispensary carries over 1000 frames to appeal to all wants and needs, and uses all the latest lens technologies. We also provide contact lenses, low vision aids and binocular vision training. We work closely with Horizon Laser Vision Centre to provide you with the best possible refractive surgery outcomes.
History of Primary Eye Care Centre:
Primary Eye Care Centre was founded by Dr. Myles McMorris and Dr. Jacqueline John in 1982. Dr. McMorris and Dr. John were both raised in the province of Saskatchewan and graduated from the University of Waterloo, Ontario in 1981 with Doctor of Optometry degrees. Dr. Shannon Gatrell joined the practice in 2008 as an associate and became a partner in the business in 2010. Dr. Shawn Lins then joined the practice in 2014 as an associate and became a partner in 2018. Dr. McMorris officially retired from the practice in June 2018. We wish him the best in his retirement. Dr. Marcia Mitschke joined the practice as an associate in August 2018.
We have always felt that in addition to serving our patients to the best of our abilities, it is important to contribute to our professional Association, our Community and our Province. We are proud members of the Saskatchewan Association of Optometrists (SAO), Canadian Association of Optometrists (CAO), and the Eye Health Council of Canada. We are very supportive of the SAO Optometric Assistants Program.
We also strive to be involved in the community through volunteering, sponsorship, and participation in various community events and fundraisers, such as Relay for Life, Special Olympics, YMCA Healthy Kids Day, Youth Curling, and Youth Soccer to name a few!
We are very fortunate and proud to lead a dedicated, friendly and knowledgeable staff! We look forward to fulfilling all of your eye care needs!