Over the last several days, Metro Vancouver’s air quality remains one of the worse in the world. Smoke and soot from wildfires in Washington and Oregon are causing unsafe conditions for us up here. I’m looking at the air quality index (AQI) on my Apple watch and it’s a...
My name is Ying and I am an UC Berkeley graduated optometrist practicing in Vancouver, B.C. Optometry surrounds our everyday lives if you pay close attention, which is one of the reasons why I love this profession. Helping people to achieve happy & healthy eyes is my passion and...
Do you have eyecare benefits or a health spending account that will expire December 31, 2017? It’s time to get your spare pair of glasses or prescription sunglasses before your benefits expire! #useitorloseit
We were invited by Axiom Zen|Zen Hub to provide a talk about visual hygiene. Their employees spend a lot of time on the computer and we shared some helpful tips. Here are some of them! 1. 20/20/20 rule (Every 20 mins, look away at 20ft away for 20...
Avenue Eyecare is about bringing you the eyecare products to you. Our staff was super excited when we met the owner of Nerdwax at Vision Expo East. He was featured in Shark Tank and we will be promoting his product at our clinic. If you apply it to your...
Last month when our staff went to Vision Expo East, we were able to look at some very innovative and exciting products. Well, here is one of them. We love eyes ♥ is what our doctors and staff recommends. We love eyes ♥ is a natural and non-toxic make...
Spring time! It has been a long and gruesome winter and we can finally enjoy the beautiful cherry blossoms and tulips. However, for some of us, spring time can trigger our allergies. The worst part is itchy eyes and you want to rip your eyes out. Most over the...
Thank you for reading part one. If you have had a chance, please read part 1 first. Here is part two and I’ll just dive right into it. Orthokeratology – This is one of the hottest contact lenses in the market. Studies have shown that this can help...
Summer is in full swing and the weather is perfect for outdoor activities. This week I have had a few patients that were interested in contact lenses. There reasons range from wedding to regular weekly hikes. I will be discussing in this first part about soft contact lenses and...
We’re now carrying SmokexMirrors!! Designed in New York, and handcrafted in France, SmokexMirrors uses the highest quality materials and most innovative techniques. The current line is inspired by 60’s and 70’s rock music, taking on a classic cool look with a futuristic approach. It has gained popularity among some...
Lisa is our newest member, and the baby of the team. Lisa just recently finished her two year diploma at Douglas College, to become an Optician. During the short time she has been here, Lisa is settling in and getting comfortable in the new environment. She is currently under...
It’s this time of year again. Most likely your Doctor of Optometry will be attending the BC Doctors of Optometry 2015 Annual Conference from February 28th, 2015 to March 2nd, 2015 at the Westin Bayshore. It’s an important opportunity for professional development and networking. There will be 28 courses...
Happy Chinese New year everyone! Some of you may have known but I had my laser eye surgery (PRK) surgery done on December 15, 2014. It’s almost been 2 months of recovery time and I can finally say I’m recovered. So let me give you some background. My prescription...
With the time change, the weather has taken a drastic turn. With this temperature difference, a few of my patients are complaining about foggy eyeglasses. What is fog? Fog is a water vapor which is condensed into tiny droplets lying close to a surface. When it’s on a pair...
The end of 2014 is upon us and it’s time to start thinking about maximizing your unused benefits. Make sure you book your appointment with your Dentist, Chiropractor, Massage Therapist and of course your Doctor of Optometry!! Come in and make use of your extended health benefits or health...
When I went to school in Chicago, one of the things I learned was Seasonal Affective Disorder also known as winter depression or winter blues. Ever since I’ve been working more in my office and less time outside, I have experienced some winter blues. Symptoms may include oversleep, lack...
It’s getting dark and that means Halloween is just around the corner. A lot of children will be trick or treating. Here are some safety tips that will help prevent some eye injuries. 1. Avoid costumes that block vision Masks, wigs and eye patches are fun Halloween accessories but they...
What We Do at Avenue Eyecare On a typical day at Avenue Eyecare, there is an assortment of things we do. In the morning, after opening the clinic, we check the voice messages and emails. Soon after that, the first patient of the day arrives. If it is a...
With just one week left before school is scheduled to start in Vancouver, students and parents are facing the uncertainty of the start of the school year. Despite the uncertainty, many parents are buying their school supplies, clothing and of course sneakers for their children before school starts....
Born in Hong Kong and raised in Vancouver, Dr. Karen HL Lee completed her undergraduate studies at the University of British Columbia with a Bachelor of Science degree in Cell Biology and Genetics. In 2010, she was accepted into the Optometry program at the University of Waterloo. In...