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.
04/03/2026
We are closed today (Friday April 3) and Monday April 6 for the Easter long weekend. We resume our regular hours on Tuesday. If you have an eye care emergency over the weekend, please proceed to your nearest emergency department!
03/31/2026
Last week our staff and doctors recertified their training in CPR - thanks Cal!
03/26/2026
Today our staff are wearing purple for World Epilepsy day! If you have epilepsy, especially if you have any light sensitivities, make sure to let us know when booking your appointment so we can limit or avoid the use of flashing lights during your eye exam.
03/23/2026
Today is World Optometry Day! We are fortunate to have three full-time Optometrists at our clinic - Drs. Gatrell, Mitschke, and Lins - and we are all accepting new patients. We are also excited to have student doctors joining us from the University of Waterloo in the coming months!
03/20/2026
Time to "Spring" into a new style for the 1st day for Spring! Easyclip & Takumi frames feature bold, whimsical patterns, and cut-out details. They include the original magnetic clip-on sunglass technology! These clip magnets are made using rare earth "neodium" magnets that are lightweight yet strong - perfect to stay on in the Saskatchewan wind! Visit our optical dispensary to check out your new spring style today!
03/17/2026
Your pot of gold is here at our office! Everyone will be green with envy when they see you wearing your stylish new specs from Primary Eye Care Centre!
03/14/2026
How many fingers can you count? If you said more than 4 each than you might have double vision! Our two eyes are designed to work together as a team, so if you're seeing double (especially if this is new!), that's a reason to see your Optometrist. Call our office today to book an eye health appointment to make sure your eyes are working together the way they're supposed to!
03/12/2026
Seeing fireworks or other flashy lights in your vision? Does it look like there is a bug or a hair floating in front of your face but no one else can see it? "Flashes or floaters" can be symptoms of an URGENT eye problem like a Retinal Detachment! If you have any symptoms like this, call us right away at 306-693-8584 for a triage appointment!
03/09/2026
Introducing Natalie! Nat comes to us with four years of experience working in the optical dispensary and is currently working through her Certified Optometric Assistant's program. Stop by the dispensary to say Hi to Nat the next time you're in our office!
03/05/2026
Is your eye looking like all the colours of the rainbow? Whether it's a pinky-red colored eye, yellowy-green goopy pus, purply-blue bruised eyelids, or anything else in between - call our office right away for a triage appointment! We have short-notice spots available just for these more urgent eye issues, and some concerns can even be dealt with via a telephone consult.
03/02/2026
You know you need to see an Optometrist if your vision is changing, but follow us this month to learn about many other reasons to visit your Eye Doctor!
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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!