Eye Exam Kelowna
What We Do
Eye Examination
how eye doctors Support YOUR VISION
Eye exams are essential to maintain excellent eye health and detect vision problems early, often before symptoms appear. Regular exams can identify conditions like glaucoma, cataracts, and astigmatism, allowing for timely treatment and preventing potential vision loss. Additionally, eye exams ensure your vision prescription is up-to-date, providing clear and comfortable vision.
WHEN SHOULD YOU HAVE AN EYE EXAM?
It's recommended to have a routine eye exam at least once every two years, but certain individuals may need more frequent check-ups. Children, people over 65, and those with a family history of eye disease should have annual exams. Additionally, if you experience any changes in vision, discomfort, or eye health issues, you should schedule an eye exam promptly to resolve issues before they become severe.
advanced technology means advanced eye care
Optos retinal imaging
Optos retinal imaging offers a transformative approach to eye examinations, capturing ultra-wide field (220 degrees to be exact) high-resolution images of the retina (the inner lining of the eye) in a single scan. That is 50% MORE than conventional fundus photography.
With Optos, we can detect a wide range of eye conditions, including retinal detachments, retinal nevi (freckles inside the eye), epiretinal membranes (retinal wrinkles), diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and glaucoma, with greater efficiency. By providing a panoramic view of the retina, Optos imaging enables early detection of potential issues, allowing for proactive treatment and preserving your vision!
Optical Coherence Tomography
(OCT)
Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) is a non-invasive imaging technology used to obtain high-resolution cross-sectional images of the retina. The layers within the retina can be differentiated to aid in the early detection and diagnosis of retinal diseases and conditions. We use the Topcon Meastro2 OCT to image the macula and optic nerve inside the back of the eye. This helps us better diagnose and manage many ocular diseases, including diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and glaucoma.
our experienced optometrist can help
with special conditions
Dr. Nancy Friessen is a thoroughly trained and highly experienced optometrist, ready to serve you and your family. Our eye exams are more comprehensive than most, offering diagnoses of eye conditions and opportunities for visual improvement. Dr. Nancy has an extensive range of vision care therapies and treatment methods to use in order to help you reach optimal visual health.
dry eye management
Contact Lens Fitting
Refractive Surgery Consults
myopia management
PREPARING FOR YOUR EYE EXAM
There are some things you can do as a patient to ensure that your eye exam goes smoothly and that you’re receiving the best level of care!
Health Care & Insurance
Bringing in your insurance card and arriving early to the office means we can process your payment quickly and provide direct billing where applicable.
Patient Intake Form
Please complete the patient intake form that will be emailed to you before your appointment so that we can use your assessment time efficiently.
Contact Lenses
If you wear contact lenses, make sure to wear them to the appointment and bring your last prescription.
Family history
Knowing your personal and family history of eye diseases or conditions can help the optometrist tailor the exam to your specific needs.
Our location
Find complimentary parking outside our new office in the Guisachan Village Plaza.
Kelowna
2365 Gordon Drive #114, Kelowna, BC V1W 3C2 Located in Guisachan Village Shopping Centre
now offering No
cost Imaging!
We believe in a comprehensive eye exam and we won't charge you more for that. At Visionology, we’re invested in your health and wellness and so we use the best technology possible to keep you safe and healthy.